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G-5 torpedo boat: The Little Terror

We present the most widely produced Soviet boat of the 1941 to 1945 WWII period – the G-5 motor torpedo boat.

Thunder Show: Petlyakov’s Might

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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  • 14 October 2016
Large Calibres and Rocket Science!

Only enemies which have been destroyed and torn to shreds can be considered ‘not dangerous’, and so, what better way to achieve this than with large calibre weapons?. Pilots and tankers, this weekend only, take part in these ‘one shots’ events: "Large Calibres" and "Rocket Science!"

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  • 14 October 2016
Reconnect mechanics

Loss of connection to the server is no longer a verdict for battle! We are introducing the long-awaited mechanics of return to battle due to a lost connection!

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  • 14 October 2016
The Shooting Range Ep.14

You are watching The Shooting Range - a weekly show for all tankers and airmen of War Thunder.

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  • 13 October 2016
Ki-87 Japan's Rakurai (Thunderbolt)

Envisioned as an interceptor against the threat of high altitude bombers, the Ki-87 pushed the limits of Japan's technology and successfully flew, but it came too late to challenge the very real danger.

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  • 12 October 2016
The history of naval battles - Part 1

With the news of our Naval Forces being brought to War Thunder, we thought our players might like a little background info on how naval warfare began.

War Thunder Competitions - September winners

After reviewing the entries of our last month's Community competitions, we are now happy to announce the winners that are sharing a total prize fund of 10 500 Golden Eagles! Interested in joining in yourself? Find out more here!

  • 8 October 2016
Thunder Show: Rank This

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!

Night events (RB) "Guardian Angel” and Operation “Chastise”

Play night events (RB) "Guardian Angel” and Operation “Chastise” with 30% RP and SL bonus!

The Shooting Range Ep.13

You are watching The Shooting Range - a weekly show for all tankers and airmen of War Thunder.

The Shooting Range Ep.12

You are watching The Shooting Range - a weekly show for all tankers and airmen of War Thunder.

Newsflash from IgroMir 2016! New ships and first look at Japanese Ground Forces!

Unable to participate in IgroMir 2016? Dont worry! We will tell you everything you need to know about the new additions we introduced at the biggest Russian Game Expo in 2016!

How can you get Pz.Kpfw. III Ausf. N? Warbonds!

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

Thunder Show: Wholesale frags

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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  • 30 September 2016
Floats!

Due to popular request from our players, again we present you the 'Floats!' special event in War Thunder! You can participate in the event with a new super-heavy flying boat BV 238. 

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  • 30 September 2016
Update 1.63 'Desert Hunters' released! (survey added)

23 new and improved vehicles, two locations, High-resolution Texture Streaming and many other novelty changes. Meet Update 1.63 “Desert Hunters”!

Texture Streaming in War Thunder on all platforms

“Texture Streaming” is the main technical addition to update 1.63 Desert Hunters. The technology improves the game in five ways at the same time!