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Optical Contrast Mode

As we mentioned in the TAN-SAM-1C dev blog, we’d like to talk about photocontrast mode! This means today we’ll be talking in detail about some of the upcoming improvements to IR missile functionality in War Thunder and what this means for IR missile gameplay.

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J35A Draken returns for the anniversary of its maiden flight!

The J35A Draken was the first supersonic jet aircraft to enter service in Western Europe. Taking to the skies on October 25th 1955, the J35 was in service between 1960 to 2005, however it did not participate in any real combat.

Flanders: A New Ground Location With A New Format!

In the “Kings of Battle” major update, we’ll be introducing a new location for ground battles: Flanders! This location is special — it’ll be the first in the game where the landscape adapts to the era of vehicles that are participating in the battle. Let’s dive into the details!

M109: The King of Battle

The M109 is an American Cold War era SPH, developed during the early 1950s as a replacement for outdated postwar designs. The anticipated M109 will arrive to War Thunder as part of the upcoming “Kings of Battle” major update!

Meet Tropical Storm, the 13th Season of the Battle Pass!

There’s a storm brewing! New Zealand’s Strikemaster Mk.88 flies over the jungle, wreaking absolute havoc just like a tropical storm. This jet-powered attack aircraft is the grand prize this season, and is a variant created by British company BAC specifically for New Zealand’s Air Force.

AH-129D Mangusta: Spiked Up Mongoose

The AH-129D is the penultimate variant of the Italian Mangusta attack helicopter, originally introduced during the 1990s. Featuring enhanced firepower, the AH-129D will soon join the top rank of the Italian helicopter tree in the next major update “Kings of Battle”!

The Shooting Range #377 - VIDAR the HE Slinger

You are watching The Shooting Range – a weekly show for all tankers, airmen and Captains in War Thunder.

Anniversary Tournament Live Stream with Twitch Drops!

We’re inviting you to celebrate War Thunder’s 11th Anniversary with a whole series of Esport tournaments! Our best modern aircraft pilots and seasoned tankers will come together to show their skills and compete live for your entertainment.

Battle pass vehicles: Strikemaster Mk.88

Welcome to the main aviation prize of the upcoming season of the War Thunder Battle pass called “Tropical Storm”, the Strikemaster Mk.88 strike jet aircraft!

Thunder Show: SHERMAN ANTI-AIR

Hi! Welcome to Thunder Show and the most exciting moments of the past week. This episode is all about mixed battles. Planes and tanks, roles and ranks... It’s all so mixed up that you can’t tell heads from tails and one thing from another. Let’s get started!

TAN-SAM-1C: Vital Air Defense

The TAN-SAM-1C is the result of an effort to develop a modern, missile-based anti-air system for the JSDF which up until then primarily relied on conventional weaponry. Arriving to top rank battles as part of the upcoming “Kings of Battle” major update, the TAN-SAM-1C will reinforce the Japanese SPAA line with a highly capable new SAM system!

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UH-1C XM-30 returns for the anniversary of its maiden flight!

On October 22nd 1956, the Bell UH-1 Iroquois (commonly known as the “Huey”) multi-role helicopter took to the skies for the first time. This helicopter was put into service in 1959, and is still in active use today! Over 70 countries use or have used this famous helicopter, where it is ranked amongst the top 3 in terms of number built.

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Trafalgar Day: A Decal and HMCS Haida to celebrate!

On October 21st 1805, the British fleet commanded by Admiral Nelson caused a crushing defeat to the combined naval forces of France and Spain at the Battle of Trafalgar. This victory not only prevented Napoleon’s invasion of England, but also made Great Britain the ultimate ruler of the seas. For this reason, October 21st is the main holiday for the Royal Navy in the UK!

“Kings of Battle” Update trailer

The next major update for War Thunder — “Kings of Battle”!

Battle pass vehicles: Breda 90/53

This Italian 90/53 self-propelled gun on a wheeled Breda 52 truck will soon arrive to War Thunder as one of the main prizes in the upcoming Battle pass season “Tropical Storm”!

Climbing the ranks with GERMAN TANKS, 2023 edition

On our channel, there is already a video dedicated to the most interesting vehicles in the German tech tree, but we published it a couple of years ago. The game’s changed considerably, especially at high ranks. Germany received new tanks, AA systems and self-propelled guns. Some of them just introduced more variety to pre-existing lineups, but there were also quite a few brand new additions to the roster. That’s why today we take another look at the German tech tree... and talk about the best newcomers!

Battle pass vehicles: HMS Gay Archer

The British Gay Archer torpedo boat will appear in the game as one of the top prizes in the new season of the War Thunder Battle Pass, named “Tropical Storm”!

Battleships HMS Iron Duke and IJN Yamashiro!

Welcome to two new pre-order packs that contain special pre-order bonuses and the following battleships: HMS Iron Duke for Great Britain and IJN Yamashiro for Japan!