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So-Ki: Elusive Twin Guns

The So-Ki is one of several experimental SPAAGs developed by Japan based on the Type 98 Ke-Ni light tank during World War II. Incredibly quick and maneuverable, and also armed with a pair of the best Japanese light anti-air guns of the war, allow us to introduce – the So-Ki anti-air tank!

Major updates for aircraft

In update 1.65 we plan to introduce one of the most anticipated features in Simulator battles: 3D cockpits for all aircraft that do not have them at the moment.

Thunder Show: My friend’s a boxer

It's time for your weekly episode of the Thunder Show! Enjoy our selection of epic and humorous Community videos of the week and don't forget: If you want to send in your own video, then check out how below!

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  • 2 December 2016
Weekend Tournaments, December 3-4

War Thunder players! Each weekend you can take part in new exciting battles at our tournament portal. Register now and win great prizes!

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  • 2 December 2016
Type 61: The Japanese-style Patton

After their defeat in World War II, the post war Japanese Self-Defense Forces used American tanks which didn’t quite suit their needs for a range of reasons. In the mid-50s, the Japanese designers began to once again design their own medium tanks. We present to you the Type 61 – Japan’s first post-war main battle tank accepted into service.

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  • 2 December 2016
Battle for Moscow

Participate in events dedicated to Battle of Moscow and don't miss 30% discount on a special Battle of Moscow Bundle!

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  • 2 December 2016
How the instructor works

Have you ever considered how the virtual instructor influences your aircraft? Perhaps keen to learn more about the control methods available to you  in War Thunder?

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  • 1 December 2016
The Shooting Range Ep. 21

You are watching The Shooting Range – a weekly show for all tankers, airmen and aspiring Captains in War Thunder.

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  • 1 December 2016
Music composition for Naval Forces in War Thunder

The soundtrack for War Thunder Naval Forces is released and you can purchase it in iTunes, Amazon and the GooglePlay stores.

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  • 1 December 2016
Тu-14T: The Fastest Torpedo Bomber

The Tu-14T (T for “torpedonosyets”, EN: torpedo carrier) is a Soviet jet-powered torpedo bomber. The story of this vehicle’s creation is complex. It was a direct competitor to the famous IL-28 and will also be the first jet-powered torpedo bomber in our game. It will soon join the ranks of War Thunder’s naval aircraft.

How can you get premium vehicles? Warbonds!

Pilots and Tankers, we now have new offers for you in the updated “Warbonds” shop. The beginning of the new month will bring you access to new premium vehicles which will be available for the completion of battle tasks.

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  • 30 November 2016
Videos week (30.11.2016)

Hello, friends! We present you user-made videos on Youtube about War Thunder in the past week. Enjoy watching!

  • 30 November 2016
Type 3 Ho-Ni III: The Japanese Marder

The Type 3 Ho-Ni III is a Japanese self-propelled anti-tank gun inspired by the German ‘tank destroyers’ The Ho-Ni III embodied all the best characteristics of the vehicles of its series. This Japanese equivalent of the German Marder has almost reached the battlefields of War Thunder!

St Andrew’s day

To celebrate St Andrew’s day (the feast of St Andrew) on the 30th of November, The Scottish Saltire will be introduced and available for limited time to buy in the game.

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  • 30 November 2016
NVIDIA Ansel in War Thunder and a competition “A new look”

Try out Ansel, NVIDIA's enhanced screenshot technology - newly introduced in to War Thunder, now participate in two contests, where you can win up to 5000 Golden Eagles and premium vehicles!

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  • 29 November 2016
Type 2 Ho-I – A Volatile Ally

The Type 2 Ho-I  is a fire-support tank created with the aim of providing proficient reinforcement to armored divisions. This zippy and maneuverable medium tank is equipped with a 75 mm gun with semi-armor-piercing shells chock full of explosives. How did it turn out in the end?

Black Friday & Thanksgiving [Discounts have ended]

Take advantage of special Black Friday offer from November 24th 15:00 GMT till November 28th 09:00 GMT.

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  • 26 November 2016
Thunder Show: Offroad Stuka

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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  • 26 November 2016