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World War, Battle Ratings & more, Pt. I

An introduction to some exciting news in our development, today we would like to summarise the existing mechanics in War Thunder.

New additions to the KV-2 series

We are pleased to present a additional three new tanks for the KV-2 series, coming to your War Thunder ground vehicle hangar in upcoming updates.

Review: Chieftain Mk. III

The Chieftain Mk. III is Britain's new high-end tank set to go toe-to-toe with T-10M, M60, Leopard 1 and the like. A formidable machine indeed, it has already conquered the hearts of many tankers. Let's see what tricks we can learn to master this beast!

303 Squadron Ep. 5: We Are Only Six

In this Community Corner, we're happy to present to you the fifth part of a video series called "303 Squadron", telling the story of Polish pilots in service with the British Royal Air Force. Enjoy!

Thunder Show: Teamwork

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, you can also send us your own video!

An Italian beast to challenge the mighty Spitfire: Macchi MC.202

With its sleek fuselage, speed and great maneuverability, the Italian Macchi MC.202 Folgore fighter was easily the best Italian fighter in the initial stages of World War Two and was an unpleasant surprise to Allied fighters. In War Thunder, it’s no less effective.

Review: I-185 (M-82)

The Soviet fighter aircraft I-185 with M-82 engine sports great technical performance and three cannons with an respectable amount of ammunition. To the inexperienced pilot, however, it can be quite challenging to fly - and mastering it is a whole other story.

Bonus Golden Eagles when using Paysafecard!

For a limited time only, get bonus Golden Eagles when purchasing items from the Gaijin Store using Paysafecard!

Sunniest Screenshot - Winners

The Sunniest Screenshot competition is over! Hundreds of submissions have been sent in, and the winners have now been decided. Time to congratulate!

Website Comment System

Today we are introducing a much easier way to comment on our news items, from this moment, you will be able to comment on news topics that will be accessible on our front page at War Thunder.

Pages of History: Tempest Mk.V

The Hawker Tempest was one of the aircraft that created a serious threat to the new German Jet fighters and provide a pretty robust defence against the notorious "Buzz Bomb".  Watch our video to find out more about this fearsome machine that was introduced at the beginning of 1944.

  • 13 April 2016
Snail Awards: Heroes Redux - Winners

Ladies and Gentlemen! Today, we are happy to present to you the winners of our recent 'Snail Awards' Video Competition, in which we asked for the best Community trailers for the topic 'Heroes Redux'. Applause!

  • 12 April 2016
Special
Day of Cosmonautics

For the 55th anniversary of the conquest of space - the Day of Cosmonautics - we have prepared a special event for explorers of high altitudes and speeds in War Thunder!

  • 11 April 2016
Decorations: Soon available with Warbonds!

Very soon, we will be introducing an alternative way of unlocking 3D Decorations. Read the details here!

  • 11 April 2016
Aviators of War: A fan-based roleplay campaign

Time ago, some War Thunder players founded  Aviators of War. AoW is a Roleplay-Project for War Thunder-Pilots with it´s own game mode. Their focus is not about unlocking planes, but the life of virtual Characters. It is played in War Thunder Simulatormode.

  • 10 April 2016
'Large Calibres!' Event

Earn additional Research Points and Silver Lions in the unforgiving 'Large Calibres' Arcade Event, for all aircraft with an armament of 37 mm or above!

  • 8 April 2016
T-34 Model 1942 - A Tough Nut to Crack

With an unprecedented blend of speed, protection and firepower the iconic T-34 tank was the backbone of the armoured forces of the Red Army in World War II, epitomised by the mid-war Model 1942.

  • 7 April 2016
Pages of History: M4 Sherman

No other tank of World War II deserves the title of 'American Legend' more than the M4, named after the famous U.S. General William T. Sherman. Serving on all theatres that the US Army was involved in, it many modifications represented the major tank workhorse of the USA.

  • 6 April 2016