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40 New User-Created Camouflages in the “Kings of Battle” Trophy!
The “Kings of Battle” major update has been released! This means you’ll be able to get the “Kings of Battle” skin trophy, which includes 40 camouflages from Live.WT presented in coupon form.
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  • 3 November 2023
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Italian National Unity & Armed Forces Day: The P40 and a Decal to celebrate!
On November 4th 1918, Austria-Hungary capitulated in the First World War, allowing Italy to gain a number of territories and finally complete its unification which began in the mid-19th century. This date has been celebrated as the Day of National Unity and the Armed Forces of the country for more than a century, remaining a holiday under different regimes. On this day, Italian leaders lay wreaths at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, barracks are opened to the public and army departments hold concerts in major cities.
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  • 3 November 2023
Battle of the Atlantic: Ships Against Submarines!
Welcome to the Battle of the Atlantic event, which pits two teams of players against each other in asymmetrical ship and submarine combat!
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  • 3 November 2023
American Panther Hunters
After WWI, tanks became a fixture of European battlefields, but the US, mostly because of the local geographic conditions, was not as impressed with the whole idea. That’s why, at the start of WW2, the American army found itself in a pretty precarious place as their tanks were simply not adequate to the tasks at hand.
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  • 1 November 2023
Following the Roadmap: Skill Bonuses in RP & Selectable Night Battles!
We’re continuing to follow the Roadmap that we released in June. Skill bonuses in RP have arrived in the “Kings of Battle” major update, and optional night battles and their rewards will be enabled soon in a future small update, which we’ll announce. Today, we’d like to explain the details surrounding these two mechanics. We fully appreciate the patience that you’ve had while waiting for these as well as the feedback you left. Let’s dive into the details.
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  • 1 November 2023
Dreams Come True: TOG II
The TOG II is a British prototype super-heavy tank that was developed at the start of World War II. The TOG II was developed by “The Old Gang” — a committee set up by the same members who created tanks of the First World War. This long-awaited “land battleship” comes to War Thunder as part of the game’s 11th Anniversary. Play to get it as well as other cool prizes!
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War Thunder’s 11th Birthday: Let’s Celebrate Together!
Let's light the candles on the cake: November 1st marks 11 years since War Thunder entered open beta testing.
Meet Major Update “Kings of Battle”!
In this update, 3 formidable aircraft join the top ranks, including the F-111A which breaks records regarding its payload! Every nation in the game has received at least one ground vehicle, some of these include the M109 “King of Battle” for multiple nations, the long-awaited Type 81 (C) for Japan, the Vickers Mk.11 for Britain and the incredibly unique Object 775 for the USSR! The MH-60L DAP and Spike-capable helicopters have also arrived, and in addition to this, premium Battleships for Britain and Japan. Several new mechanics have been implemented, as well as the very interesting Flanders map, which features an all-new era adaptive format.
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  • 31 October 2023
New Features & Mechanics In Kings of Battle!
While you’re waiting for the Kings of Battle major update to install, we’re going to be talking about some of the new features and mechanics that have arrived alongside this update that you might have missed. Let’s take a look!
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  • 31 October 2023
RN Conte di Cavour: A Challenge For The Bravest
This new top Italian Battleship, the RN Conte di Cavour, will join the ranks of the mightiest ships within the Bluewater fleet. Meet one of the most interesting ships in the “Kings of Battle” major update!
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  • 30 October 2023
The Shooting Range #378
You are watching The Shooting Range – a weekly show for all tankers, airmen and Captains in War Thunder.
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  • 29 October 2023
Thunder Show: UTILITY ZRINYI
Hi! Welcome to Thunder Show and the craziest moments of the past week. And the theme of this episode is... Nah, not gonna tell ya! Just for the sake of some variety. Let’s get started!
  • 27 October 2023
MH-60L Black Hawk: Air Cavalry!
The Black Hawk is an American utility helicopter developed as the successor to the prolific UH-1 Huey. Arriving to the game in the upcoming War Thunder update in one of its later modifications, the MH-60L expands upon the strengths of its predecessor and will soon reinforce the American helicopter trees!
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  • 27 October 2023
Halloween in War Thunder!
The spOoOoky season is upon us, which means beasts of the night — black cats, bats and killer snails have arrived in War Thunder to celebrate Halloween! Participate in Halloween themed events, get unique decals and decorate your vehicles to get into the holiday spirit.
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  • 27 October 2023
Pages of History (November)
In this month's Pages of History, you'll find yourself at the centre of events that happened at numerous battlefronts. From North Africa and the Mediterranean, to Moscow and the Middle East — participate in battles using the vehicles that were used in these historic events and receive prizes!
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  • 27 October 2023
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Republic of Turkey 100th Anniversary: A Decal and the T129 ATAK is back!
In 1919, a war broke out between the Turkish military led by Mustafa Kemal and the countries that laid claim to the territory of the former Ottoman Empire. In the summer of 1923, it came to an end, and on October 29th of the same year, Mustafa Kemal proclaimed the formation of the Turkish Republic.
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  • 27 October 2023
JH-7A: The Flying Leopard!
The Chinese aviation research tree will receive the outstanding JH-7A jet-bomber, which features advanced avionics and excellent ordnance capabilities, enough to strike fear into any enemy it encounters!
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  • 26 October 2023
F-111A Aardvark: The Ultimate Bomber!
An incredible jet strike-aircraft with the largest payload weight in the game arrives in War Thunder as part of the “Kings of Battle” major update!
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  • 26 October 2023