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Dassault Rafale C F3: Le Rafale!
The Dassault Rafale jet fighter is coming to the game as a new top aircraft for the French aircraft tree!
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  • 12 December 2024
Sword & Dagger: How to Play on BMP-3
In War Thunder, there are three vehicles that feature Bakhcha-type dual weapon systems: the Soviet BMP-3, the Russian BMD-4, and the Chinese ZBD04A. Each has its own distinctive traits, but their armament largely shapes their overall playstyle.
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  • 11 December 2024
Pre-order: RDF/LT and BMD-4M
Today, pre-orders for the American RDF/LT light tank with a 75 mm autocannon and the Russian BMD-4M airborne light tank have started in the store!
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  • 11 December 2024
M44: Big-Bore Bulldog
Today we’ll be taking a look at the American-made M44 self-propelled howitzer, making its way to several nations in the "Storm Warning" major update!
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  • 11 December 2024
Battle Pass: Guided Fury
The ‘Guided Fury’ Battle Pass is past its middle point by now! Which means it’s time to review the second half of its challenges and discuss the best ways to complete them — and get those rewards faster.
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  • 10 December 2024
Squadron Vehicles: Su-33
The Russian carrier-based Su-33 fighter is coming to the game as a Squadron Vehicle in the “Storm Warning” major update!
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  • 10 December 2024
The Hudson Mk V is Temporarily Available on the Anniversary of its First Flight!
The Lockheed Hudson patrol bomber first took to the air on December 10th 1938 in Burbank, California. Two months later, deliveries began to the Royal Air Force, who ordered 200 Hudson aircraft, making it Lockheed’s first major order.
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  • 10 December 2024
"Storm Warning" Update Trailer!
Introducing the next major update trailer for War Thunder: Storm Warning!
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  • 9 December 2024
New Location: Attica!
Today, we’d like to show you some screenshots of this new location for Ground Battles!
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  • 9 December 2024
La Galissonnière: Harmony of Qualities
Today, we’ll be taking a look at the La Galissonnière, a well balanced light cruiser arriving for France in the next major update!
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  • 9 December 2024
Pages of History: Minengeschoß Shells
Early in the Battle of Britain, the German command realized that large four-engine bombers and durable all-metal fighters would soon become a major challenge and a very tough obstacle for the Luftwaffe.
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  • 8 December 2024
Sabra Mk.I - Beyond Magach
Israeli tanks in War Thunder can be divided into two large groups. One includes the famous Merkava MBTs made at home, while the other one unites various modifications of the American M48 and M60, known locally as the Magach.
  • 7 December 2024
Thunder Show: TANKAMBO
Hi! Welcome to Thunder Show and the most flaming moments of the past week. Each video in this episode could’ve been a major scene in a good action movie. Did you get your popcorn? Let’s get started!
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  • 6 December 2024
A Line of Thai Aircraft for Japan!
Today, we’re pleased to announce that a whole flurry of Thai aircraft will be reinforcing the Japanese air tree in the next major update! The Royal Thai Air force currently fields a wide range of aircraft, from capable fighters to powerful ground attackers, meaning a varied selection is ready to support Japan at the higher ranks. Let’s meet them!
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  • 6 December 2024
Discounts on the Vijayanta and MiG-21 Bison to Celebrate Indian Armed Forces Flag Day!
After India gained independence, the government had problems funding the country’s armed forces. On December 7th 1949, Flag Day was first celebrated! Small flags were distributed to the population in exchange for donations. The holiday has been held annually since then, on this day the armed forces parade, veterans are honored and funds are raised to support the military.
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  • 6 December 2024
VBCI: Tactical Titan!
In today’s first December major update dev blog, we’ll be taking a look at the French VBCI featuring a 25 mm autocannon!
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  • 5 December 2024
War Thunder Anti-Cheat System Update
In the coming weeks, War Thunder will be fully protected by a new anti-cheat system, BattlEye! With its help, we’ll be able to fight prohibited modifications even more effectively.
  • 5 December 2024
Twin-Boom Aircraft: Vanishing Species
In the early days of aviation, as the field of aircraft design was just beginning to take shape, engineers were constantly experimenting with new airframe concepts. Aerodynamic layouts ranged from groundbreaking innovations to outright oddities. Many were quickly tested, and while some faded into obscurity, others laid the groundwork for future advancements.
  • 4 December 2024