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Fw 189A-1 Uhu

Work is in full swing in our offices to develop War Thunder version 1.57. A key part of this update will be the Fw 189 A-1 "Uhu" light reconnaissance aircraft, nicknamed ‘Flying Eye’ by the Germans.

  • 16 February 2016
Special
Valentine's Day in War Thunder

The Archer will be firing its arrows from cupid, and the Valentine will make sure the message of affection is received. Join in the fun with the perfect match made in heaven.

  • 13 February 2016
The XP-55

The XP-55 is an unusual aircraft of U.S. American origin and a not very common sight in the skies of War Thunder. Let's get to know this duck with a propeller on its tail a little better. 

  • 13 February 2016
Falcon AA: Britain’s foremost anti-air gun

British forces finally have a worthy successor in their line of self-propelled anti-air cannons for high-ranking battles. Meet the British ‘Falcon’ in War Thunder version 1.57.

  • 12 February 2016
Special
Air Duels: Spitfire vs Bf.109

Take part in Air Duels whilst flying late-war Bf 109 and Spitfire aircraft. Destroy the enemy and receive 'Supply Boxes' containing valuable items!

  • 12 February 2016
Т-44-100: Maneuver and fire!

The favourite of thousands of players, the T-44 medium tank, now has a model with a 100mm D-10T cannon.

  • 10 February 2016
How not to lose playing Heavy Tanks

Heavy armour and firepower are two proven assets in tank combat. Learn how to put the strenghts of your heavies to good use with our latest video!

  • 10 February 2016
P-47D-25 - The All American Juggernaut

The affectionately known “Jug”, is one of the most popular and Iconic aircraft of the US Inventory. A universally multirole aircraft with a plethora of weapons in its arsenal, the P-47 Thunderbolt has a reputation for durability and all round effectiveness regardless of the role it plays in battle.

  • 9 February 2016
How can you get an SMK tank? Warbonds!

Pilots and tankers, we now have new offers for you in the renewed “Warbonds” shop. Now, there is the two-turreted “Soviet Giant” - a premium SMK tank and various premium aircraft from different nations.

  • 9 February 2016
A Rare Bird - Do 335

Meet the Do 335 "Pfeil" - an aircraft of unusual design with tandem-mounted engines, a true air monster!

  • 8 February 2016
Get Ready For... Enduring Confrontation, Pt.2: Situational Awareness

After talking about the basics of Simulator piloting in the last episode, YouTuber DerSheriff will today detail an important subject often overlooked by new virtual pilots: Situational Awareness in aerial combat. Have fun watching!

  • 6 February 2016
Rapid Fire!

Join the 'Rapid Fire!' event this weekend and battle in AA vehicles for victory! Are you brave enough to call-in air support in this battle of AA only?

  • 5 February 2016
Cromwell Mk I

One of the most iconic British tanks of the Second World War, the A27M Cruiser Tank Mk VIII Cromwell Mk I was the first of the Cruiser Series to really bring an effective, fast and reliable tank capable of holding its own against the Superior German Panzers of the period.

  • 4 February 2016
How to not lose playing SPAAGs

Nothing is more lethal to a tank than a bomb. If the enemy has air superiority, that's a guaranteed tough luck - unless you have something on the ground to defend yourself with. Learn the basics of being an effective AAA commander in our newest video.

  • 3 February 2016
10,000,000 Views - Victory is ours!

'Victory is ours!', the War Thunder Live Action Trailer that took the world by storm, is celebrating more than 10,000,000 views. Scoring a multitude of awards and nominations, 'Victory is ours!' has become the game's most successful trailer to date.

  • 2 February 2016
Ace of the Month - February - Lt(JG) Hiroyoshi Nishizawa

Fiercely independent and taciturn on the ground, in the air he could command his fighter to do impossible aerobatics as a martial artist could perform astounding feats of acrobatics, Hiroyoshi Nishizawa achieved the bujutsu of aerial combat.

  • 2 February 2016
Cash payments in Mexico

We are glad to announce that cash payments are now available in our Online Store!

  • 1 February 2016
War Thunder Competitions - January 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 25 000 Golden Eagles! Interested in joining in yourself? Find out more here!

  • 1 February 2016