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The New Damage Control Mechanic for Naval

Hey everyone, today we’d like to go into detail regarding the new Damage Control mechanic for naval vehicles and clarify any misconceptions about the change and repairing in general.

BTR-82AT: Into a New Age!

The BTR-82AT is a thoroughly modernized variant of the BTR-80/82 family, arriving in the Spearhead major update with advanced weapon systems, optional slat armor, and powerful ATGMs!

A Decal Trophy and Discounts for Italy’s National Unity and Armed Forces Day!

Following the defeat at the Battle of Vittorio Veneto, Austria-Hungary capitulated in the First World War. Under the terms of the armistice that came into effect on November 4th 1918, Italy received a number of territories, completing its unification. This is why November 4th is celebrated both as National Unity Day and Armed Forces Day in memory of the victory that completed the reunification of Italian lands, which started in the mid-19th century.

Visual Improvements to Carpathians!

We’re continuing to visually improve the most popular locations in War Thunder!

JH-7 & Pre-order for the JH-7A Prototype!

Meet China’s new jet attack aircraft: the JH-7 and pre-orders for the premium JH-7A Prototype!

Deep Strike Returns Again this Weekend!

Deep Strike, an asymmetrical mode where one team attacks and the other defends important industrial facilities at several locations, returns again this weekend!

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Let’s Celebrate War Thunder’s 13th Anniversary Together!

Happy Birthday, War Thunder! The War Thunder open beta test began on November 1st 2012. Just think, that was 13 years ago! We’ve come a long way together since then, and we’re happy to invite all of you to celebrate the game’s birthday with us!

XF5U-1: Dreams Come True!

Today we’re very excited to share the special vehicle for this year’s Dreams Come True event – the experimental American XF5U-1 “Flying Flapjack”!

Model Updates to the Tiger II and Tiger II (Sla.16)!

Hey everyone! Following on from the model update of the Tiger II (Nr.1-50) in the previous major update, today we’re pleased to present you with another model update, this time for the serial production of the Tiger II manufactured by Henschel, as well as the version with the Sla.16 diesel engine!

Fokker D.XXIII: The Somber Swan

Today we’ll be taking a look at a very unique Dutch prototype fighter, the Fokker D.XXIII! With powerful guns and a good top speed, this rare bird never made it past the testing stage, but will soon be making its way to the French research tree in the next major update!

Jaguar EBRC: Grace, Space and Pace!

Today we’re checking out the most modern French light tank, armed with a 40 mm cannon and tandem-charge anti-tank missiles!

Discounts in the Gaijin Store for War Thunder’s 13th Birthday!

It’s War Thunder’s 13th birthday anniversary, and what better way to celebrate than with sales on the Gaijin Store! A huge number of vehicle packs available at a discount, so be sure to check them out and see what takes your fancy!

Pre-order — Su-30MK2 AMV: Pirate of the Caribbean Skies!

The Venezuelan Su-30 possesses a vast arsenal of weapons and is capable of brilliantly performing combat missions in both air-to-air and air-to-ground combat!

Minor Rearrangements to Ground Force Trees

Hey everyone! Today we wanted to go over some minor changes that will come to ground force trees soon.

Squadron Vehicles — AH-56A Cheyenne: First Of Its Kind

Today we’ll be taking a look at the AH-56A Cheyenne, a special helicopter coming to the USA as a squadron vehicle!

CM-34: The Clouded Leopard!

Today we’re taking a look at a new tank coming to the higher ranks of Chinese tech tree: the fast and wheeled CM-34 IFV with a 30 mm Bushmaster cannon!

Video Digest 27.10.2025

New week, a new selection of informative videos about very different vehicles! This time featuring the American B-25 bomber, the Swedish Gripen fighter, the Thai version of the F-5, and the German Jagdpanzer 4-5 tank destroyer.

Celebrate the Spooky Season with Halloween in War Thunder!

Happy Halloween! Give your opponents hell in a demonic tank, fly through a dangerous ravine in a witch’s plane, and earn themed profile frames and decals this Halloween.