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MiG-29SMT: Strike From Beyond The Horizon
The MiG-29SMT multi-role jet fighter will arrive at the top of the line in the Soviet research tree. This highly advanced combat aircraft will appear in the next major update, “Sons of Attila”!
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The KV-2 (ZiS-6) and a Decoration for Tanker’s Day!
Armored and mechanized forces played a pivotal role in the USSR's victory in World War II. In their honor in 1946 a professional holiday of tankers and tank constructors was established. It is celebrated every second Sunday of September, commemorating the breakthrough of the Soviet armored forces during the East Carpathian Strategic Offensive that took place on September 11th, 1944.
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  • 8 September 2023
KF41: The Majestic Lynx
The KF41 is a cutting-edge IFV design developed by Rheinmetall in the mid 2010s in order to provide potential operators with a well protected combat vehicle. Soon, the KF41 will make its debut in War Thunder as part of the upcoming “Sons of Attila” major update!
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  • 7 September 2023
OH-58D: Headwatch
A new versatile attack helicopter that is coming to the “Sons of Attila” update will come to the game with two nations at once!
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  • 7 September 2023
New visual effects in the Sons of Attila update!
Today, we’d like to share with you some of the new features and effects coming to War Thunder in the upcoming “Sons of Attila” major update!
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  • 6 September 2023
Tactics: Panther Tanks: German Cats
During WW2, almost every nation that played a major role in the conflict employed at least one iconic medium tank. The US had the Sherman, the Soviets used the T-34... And Germany employed several vehicles that could fit the bill, but in the latter part of the war there was only one tank that could claim that title: the legendary Panther. Today we’re going to discuss the nuances and strategies involved in using tanks of this series in combat.
  • 6 September 2023
Leopard 2 PSO: Urban Warfare Tactics
A special version of the Leopard 2 series tank, which has been specifically designed for urban combat, featuring improved defensive capabilities. Meet this new German top-tier tank, coming in the “Sons of Attila” update!
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  • 6 September 2023
Improved Chaparral: Oppa Chaparral Style!
The Improved Chaparral SAM will help strengthen the ranks of the US and Israeli ground forces trees when it comes to War Thunder in the upcoming major update!
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  • 5 September 2023
Mi-8TV: A Good Mate To Have
The assault modification of the multi-purpose Mi-8 helicopter was envisioned as a "flying IFV" (Infantry Fighting Vehicle) with combat capabilities close to that of dedicated attack helicopters.
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  • 5 September 2023
The Shooting Range #370
You are watching The Shooting Range – a weekly show for all tankers, airmen and Captains in War Thunder.
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  • 3 September 2023
Thunder Show: RED GOEZ FASTA
Hi! Welcome to Thunder Show and the brightest moments of the past week. Today we’re going to discuss how to achieve maximum efficiency in battle in the shortest time possible − and whether it’s worth it. Let’s get started!
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  • 1 September 2023
Rank VI Bluewater fleet and pre-order for premium battleships: Arkansas and Marat!
In the upcoming major update, we’re going to be introducing a new rank for Bluewater ships: rank VI!
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  • 1 September 2023
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Victory in WWII Anniversary Decal
On August 15th, 1945, Japan announced its surrender, marking the end of hostilities on the Pacific Theater. However, the official end of World War II came on September 2nd, when Japan signed the act of capitulation. This date is celebrated in the US as the Victory over Japan Day.
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  • 1 September 2023
New Locations: “Rocky Pillars” and “Test Site — 2271”
We’re excited to bring you the first screenshots of two new locations that will be arriving to War Thunder in the next major update: “Rocky Pillars” for aviation, and “Test Site — 2271” for mixed battles!
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  • 1 September 2023
39.M Csaba: The Youngest Son
The 39.М Csaba armored car is the first researchable vehicle of the Hungarian armored vehicles lineup!
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  • 1 September 2023
"SONS OF ATTILA" Update Trailer
The next major update for War Thunder — "Sons of Attila"!
  • 31 August 2023
Following the Roadmap: Reducing Research/Purchase Cost of Aircraft, map changes & more
We’re continuing to move along with our Roadmap that we released back in June. In today’s news article, we’re going to be talking about the reduction of the research and purchase cost of aircraft, as well as the changes to numerous maps thanks to your feedback. These changes will come to the game in the upcoming major update — thank you very much for leaving feedback across all War Thunder platforms, which in turn helps to make the game better!
Pre-Order: VIDAR: Divine Vengeance
The VIDAR is an export variant of the South Korean K9 Thunder self-propelled gun, developed during the mid 2010s as a replacement for outdated equipment used by the Norwegian Army at the time. Soon, the powerful VIDAR will join the ranks of the Swedish ground forces tree as a new premium ground vehicle arriving as part of the next major update!