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The Thunderstorm Family
Today we’re going to speak about vehicles belonging to the Thunderstorm family — or, to put it simply, about vehicles with names that were inspired by this glorious natural phenomenon. Like the mighty Kugelblitz… the Japanese Raiden… the British Lightning… and many many others.
“Victory Cup” tournament - Winners
Today we celebrate the winners in the "Victory Cup" tournament  team ENP, and its 5 members receive PlayStation 4 gaming consoles. Team N4sty scored 2nd place, in 3rd place stands team AVeS. Congratulations! All winning teams also receive special prizes from War Thunder!
New detection system for missile launch
We’ve decided to improve the game’s missile warning mechanics, making it more realistic preserving the interest in gameplay.
Thunder Show: One way or another
It's time for your weekly episode of the Thunder Show! Enjoy our selection of epic and humorous Community videos of the week.
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Special
D-Day
On June 6th we celebrate the anniversary of the Allied landing in Normandy. D-Day was the largest sea landing in history, it began the liberation of France from Nazi occupation. The landing in Normandy opened the Western front in Europe and brought the anti-Hitler coalition significantly closer to Victory in World War II.
Squadron vehicles: BMP-2M "Berezhok"
A deep modernization of the Soviet “veteran”, aimed at increasing the firepower for the combat vehicle. Meet the new squadron vehicle - the BMP-2M Berezhok with new ATGM’s, that can be launched two at a time.
New authentic decals (04.06-25.06)
Make your vehicle more authentic! We regularly introduce new decals that you can unlock and/or purchase.
Book of Records: The Heavy Ones
This video has tanks... planes... helicopters... missiles... ammunition… and still, all things mentioned on the list have one thing in common. They are.... the heaviest of their kind!
“Victory Cup” tournament
We invite teams to fight in one of the main eSport events - the “Victory Cup” tournament in a format of mixed battles 5 vs 5 in aircraft and ground vehicles.
Premium vehicles for Warbonds until the 30th of June
We present to you assortment of Warbond shop items for June. Fulfill Battle Tasks, earn Warbonds, and grab your rewards!
The Shooting Range #202
You are watching The Shooting Range – a weekly show for all tankers, airmen and Captains in War Thunder.
Thunder Show: MiG Power
It's time for your weekly episode of the Thunder Show! Enjoy our selection of epic and humorous Community videos of the week.
Trophy with a user-made “Starfighters” camo
Get a unique trophy by simply playing the game. Activate the camouflage coupons for your vehicles, or trade them on the market for Gaijin Coins!
Watch streams on Twitch — get rewards!
Hi, friends! To celebrate the release of the “Starfighters” update, we've prepared some special rewards for Twitch viewers – Twitch Drops!
The Dornier Family
Today we're talking about the Dornier Family, a new generation of fast bombers.
Italian Naval Forces - Become a tester!
In War Thunder update “Starfighters” we are beginning the beta-test of the Italian Naval Forces -  Regia Marina!
Meet Major Update "Starfighters"!
Introducing War Thunder: Starfighters, a brand new major update that introduces the Italian Fleet, Japanese helicopters, several iconic jet aircraft, including the famous F-104 family! New ground vehicles, reworked maps as well as many improvements, fixes and a plethora of other surprises awaits!
War Thunder: Starfighters teaser
Introducing the new fan-made teaser from well known Content Creator Pandramodo, created during a public test of War Thunder Update Starfighters!