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Development
Hummel: A lot of Buzz!
Today we’re pleased to present the long awaited Hummel! This powerful SPG will be joining the lower ranks of the German research tree in the next major update.
Nuclear Escalation: The Fight Continues!
We’re starting to test the updated Nuclear Escalation Mode!
M1A2C Abrams: Heavy Cavalry!
Today, we’re taking a look at the most advanced modification of the Abrams, the third variant of the SEP modernization with the TUSK add-on armor package. Meet the M1A2C in the Heavy Cavalry update!
Pre-order: F-14D Super Tomcat
Today we’re starting pre-orders for this famous member of the F-14 family!
Ground Locations Reworks & Arresting Gear in the Heavy Cavalry Update!
Today we’re talking about the graphical rework of the Ash River, 38th Parallel, and Ardennes (Winter) locations and arresting gear at ground airfields!
Aiming Points for Salvo Firing Guided Weapons
Today we’d like to talk about how we’re expanding the functionality of points of interest on top-tier aircraft!
Comparison of Missile Parameters & Improved Tracking on the Minimap!
Today we’re continuing our coverage of the new features coming in the upcoming major update, this time focusing on aircraft weapons!
Spitfire Mk Vb Floatplane: Going Full Circle!
A long requested Spitfire variant joins the game with the return of a rather legendary pilot!
Rewards for Crashed Aircraft!
Today we’re looking at some changes to how aircraft rewards operate when an enemy aircraft crashes without taking any damage. Let’s get into it!
Washington B.1: A Friend in Need
A legendary long range heavy bomber reinforces the heavy bomber gap in the British tree in the next major update!
The New Update in Progress: Detailed X-Ray and New MFD Screens
Today we’d like to cover the improved aircraft damage models and new multifunctional display screens (MFD) that we’re preparing for the next War Thunder update.
Palmaria: The Island-Sized Slingshot
The Palmaria is an Italian self-propelled howitzer developed in the late 1970s and early 1980s by OTO Melara primarily for foreign operators on the basis of the OF-40 main battle tank.
Pre-orders: M60A1 Predator
Today we’re launching pre-orders for the premium version of the American M60A1 RISE (P) tank.
Hunter AFV: Singaporean Hunter
Today we’re taking a look at an exotic combat vehicle from Singapore, built for speed, with a 30 mm Bushmaster and Spike ATGMs!
Man-in-the-Loop: Guidance Mode for Munitions with TV and IR Seekers
Today we’re talking about new retargeting mechanics for some munitions with TV and IR homing heads!
MAS 429: A Kid With A Club!
Meet the MAS 429, a pre-war Italian patrol boat with a small secret!
Pre-order: Puma u14
Today we’re launching pre-order offer for the German AFV Puma u14 wielding 30 mm cannon and Spike-LR II homing missiles.
Welkin F. Mk. I: From Heaven’s Vault
The super-high-altitude Westland Welkin will be joining Britain’s heavy fighter line in the next major update!