What changed in War Thunder in 2025

Fixed a bug that caused aircraft to spawn underground in Arctic missions. All temporarily disabled missions have been added back into rotation.

When external 30 mm cannon ammo catches fire, the cannon breeches, autoloader and vertical drive will be destroyed.

Lift on high angles of attack increased, balance on high AoA adjusted, maximum AoA turn characteristics adjusted to match Su-27SK manual.

Includes coupons for rare vehicles, camouflage coupons for ground vehicles, aircraft, naval vessels, and a unique decal.

Earn camouflage trophies after battles with vehicles rank II or higher, or purchase a key from the Market to open it.

Introducing a new trophy featuring user-created camouflages for ground vehicles, aircraft, and naval vessels.

PC players can purchase a key from the Market, while console players can buy it in the Item Shop.

Fixed a bug that caused the minimaps to be semi-transparent in the Eastern Europe, Maginot Line location.

Fixed a bug that caused CCRP to not display on the HUD in the cockpit if the POI was outside of the HUD view area.

A direct hit on an aircraft's fuel tank by the high-explosive warhead of an air-to-air missile will now always cause the fuel tank to detonate.

Updated guide available for creating user camouflages, with rewards for creators.

A bug that caused the air-to-air missiles and surface-to-air missiles to lack kinetic penetration at large distances has been fixed.

A bug that caused the common rules of electronic equipment damage on aircraft without a detailed Damage Model to not apply to Rafale C F3 and Rafale M F3-R has been fixed.

The reload time for T-64B and T-80B has been reduced from 7 seconds to the correct 6 seconds.

A bug that caused the guidance type multiplier of the guided bombs to incorrectly apply to Spawn Point cost of some other weapons has been fixed.

Discount applies to packs including F-2A ADTW, MiG-29 Sniper, and more.

Christmas and New Year sale with 50% discount on 34 selected packs and unique camouflage bonuses.

A bug that caused the CCRP indication to sometimes not display on the HUD in the cockpit has been fixed.

A bug that caused air-to-air missile explosions in fuel tanks to not lead to the wings tearing off has been fixed.

A bug that caused the names of some camouflages to display as text keys has been fixed.

Unique camouflage available for players who win three matches with vehicles from selected packs.

Arkansas Pack and Object 140 Pack will be removed from purchase after the promotion ends.

The erroneously missing aluminum protective cover around the ammo of the 30 mm cannon has been added.

A bug that caused the hit marker above the ground vehicle to display on close shell flybys has been fixed.

The calculation rules for the Spawn Point cost of aircraft Secondary Armament presets that contain guided bombs have been adjusted.

The activation range for the missile's onboard seeker has been reverted from 4 km back to 10 km.

The reload times of T-64, T-72, T-80, T-90, 2S25, ZTZ96, ZTZ99 and VT4 series tanks have been reduced.

Battle Rating in all game modes has been increased from 9.7 to 10.0.

The Battle Rating in all modes has been increased from 10.3 to 10.7 due to their effectiveness.

Fixed a bug that caused some APDS shells to lack an armor plate demonstrating penetration characteristics in the hangar.

Fixed a bug that caused invisible rocks to appear in the Sinai mission.

Chance to receive talismans and premium vehicles from the Holiday Box, with specific probabilities based on vehicle ranks.

The Holiday Box includes several premium vehicles that are currently unavailable for sale.

Players receive additional rewards for opening 3, 5, 7, and 10 boxes, including decals and decorations.

Guaranteed Prize includes 1 day premium account + 120000 Silver Lions. Additional prizes include various premium account durations and Silver Lions.

Corrected conditions for automatic camouflage selection for BMPT and BMPT-72 to desert conditions.

The Holiday Box can be purchased for 999 Golden Eagles from December 24th until January 13th.

The height of the extended landing gear struts have been corrected to fix clipping issues.

Hit enemy target plates to disable their launcher for 7 seconds; first team to 60 hits or captures wins.

Players can purchase the Firework Mortar decoration for 499 GE if they do not participate in the event.

In the test drive mission for high-rank Chinese vehicles, the M1A1 HC tank and Leopard 2A5 tank have been switched places.

The altitude of clouds has been increased.

A bug with the ground textures appearance has been fixed, and all temporarily disabled missions have been restored.

Earn the Firework Mortar decoration by hitting 50 enemy target plates during the Tank Snowball event.

A bug that caused the 500 lb LDGP Mk 82 bombs and 1000 lb LDGP Mk 83 bombs to incorrectly display on some hardpoints has been fixed.

A bug that caused the destruction of munition by the explosion of intercepted munition to be counted as an interception has been fixed.

Players will use the Snowballer tank equipped with a snowball launcher during the Tank Snowball event.

The content needed for the infantry CBT has been added to the game.

Avionics and fire-control equipment can no longer be disabled by fragmentation or kinetic damage, and other adjustments made to HE damage effects.

A bug on some aircraft that caused hits to some parts of the fuselage to never lead to the wings tearing off has been fixed.

Only Silver Lions can be earned during the Tank Snowball event.

Participate in the Tank Snowball event from December 23rd to January 1st, featuring unique gameplay mechanics and rewards.

Mechanics of crediting destruction by intercepted munitions have been corrected based on team affiliation.

A bug that caused the intercepted munition to not deal damage to the player and their allies has been fixed.

No vehicle lineups are needed; players automatically use the Snowballer tank in the event.

Earn various decorations and decals by completing mission points during the holiday season.

Enjoy 50% off on a range of in-game items and starter packs from December 18th to December 24th.

Purchase Festive Cupcakes for Silver Lions to earn various rewards including decals and vehicles.

Use code 'NEWYEAR26' to receive the free 'Elf helper' decal until February 1st, 2026.

F/A-18E, F/A-18D Late (Japan), Hawk 209 (Japan), Su-30MKK (China), J-10C now have new camouflages.

A new event where players can shoot snowballs at enemies, starting December 23rd.

Participate in battles to earn rewards including high-rank vehicles and decorations.

Celebrate the Winter Holidays with various activities and rewards in War Thunder.

This aircraft is now correctly recognized by radars with target recognition by radar signature.

A bug that caused some HESH rounds in the hangar to lack the armor plate demonstrating the penetration has been fixed.

Ash River, Arctic has been temporarily removed from rotation until bugs are fixed.

The MiG-25PD features new R-40RD and R-40TD missiles, enhancing its combat capabilities.

The ability to select the hangar has been enabled.

The Winter Concert event has started, offering the MiG-25PD and other unique vehicles as rewards.

Additional LS-6(IR) 250 guided bombs have been added, bringing the total amount to 10 max.

A bug that caused the missile autopilot to sometimes guide the missile to the incorrect trajectory which lead to the loss of tracking has been fixed.

Unlock four new vehicles including MiG-25PD, H-75M, IJN Tosa, and CRV Block 2 by completing tasks.

The MiG-25PD can carry up to four R-40RD and R-60M missiles for long-range and close encounters.

The Holiday hangar has arrived!

The MiG-25PD is designed for high-altitude combat, lacks guns, and has mediocre maneuverability.

A bug that caused the number of dropped nuclear bombs on the “Atomic Ace” profile showcase to not increase has been fixed.

A bug that caused the names of PL-8 and PL-12 air-to-air missiles to display as a text key on the MFD has been fixed.

A bug that caused the shadows from the weapons around aircraft in the hangar to not render in if the weapons were not on the screen has been fixed.

A bug where, when selecting shells or countermeasures, only the ammunition of one weapon, launcher, or countermeasure pod was taken into account and selected has been fixed.

Team Voyager finished 2nd overall after a strong comeback in the final event.

Unlock a special decal by activating all decal coupons on your account.

A classic heavy battleship with outstanding firepower and solid armor protection.

Participate in the Winter Concert Event from December 19th to January 8th to earn rewards.

A bug that caused the maximum mass of the suspended armament to be underestimated has been fixed.

A bug that caused the vehicles to spawn inside the buildings or facing them has been fixed.

The restriction on the combined use of the under-fuselage SPICE 250 and LITENING III pod has been removed.

A bug that caused the rank of the player’s vehicle preset to be incorrectly displayed in the queue window has been fixed.

Fast infantry fighting vehicle for British ground forces, armed with a 30 mm automatic cannon and SPIKE missiles.

A bug that caused the lack of sounds when playing vessel animations in hangar has been fixed.

Rank I Premium fighter for China, featuring heavy and light machine guns with decent speed and agility.

A bug where the text and price on the new crew slot were displayed with an offset has been fixed.

The WTCS 2025 season has officially ended with Team DODEC crowned as champions.

Purchase the Festive Cupcake for rewards including vehicles, camouflages, and decorations.

Team pack bundle available at a 20% discount in the Gaijin Store.

Team AVReS finished 3rd overall, showcasing remarkable consistency throughout the season.

Earn Marks of Distinction by completing tasks to unlock various rewards.

The MiG-25PD, the fastest aircraft in the game, is introduced as a reward in the Winter Concert event.

Forze was unanimously selected as the MVP for his outstanding performance throughout the tournament.

In sensor view in replay mode, a bug that caused Multi-Vehicle SAM systems that were not currently under the player’s control to not display as the player’s vehicles has been fixed.

A bug that made it impossible to change the belt of the right cannon in the modifications window has been fixed.

A bug in the operation of the phased array radars, which led to distortions of track parameters and loss of tracking of air targets in TWS mode has been fixed.

New Christmas themed decorations, decals, and a special profile icon available during the event.

First aircraft capable of reaching speeds of approximately 3,000 km/h at high altitudes, armed with air-to-air missiles.

Missed Marks of Distinction can be purchased for Golden Eagles until January 12th.

Banujek recognized as the MVP of the Year for showcasing outstanding consistency and skill.

Team DODEC secured 1st place overall with 356 points, showcasing exceptional consistency.

A bug that made it impossible to play the vehicle animations in hangar when playing from a controller has been fixed.

Eight official WTCS Grand Finals Team Camouflage Bundles available until January 25th, 2026.

The premium AH-1S Kisarazu helicopter will no longer be available for purchase after December 24th.

Enjoy 50% off on a range of in-game items, including vehicles, modifications, and starter packs.

Includes various expendable items such as battle trophies and universal backups.

Fixed bug related to ATGMs and ammo pack destruction.

Includes new decorations and decals such as 'Xmas Tree' and 'Christmas Wreath'.

Fixed overestimation for 76–105 mm HE shells.

New profile icons including 'Call sign Snow Maiden'.

A new in-game item available for purchase that rewards players with various items and vehicles.

F/A-18E, FR-1 Fireball, J-10C, MB-326B, Rafale M F3-R.

New camouflages available as coupons for vehicles like T-80UD/BE and Kfir C.10.

Sight, fire control system, and rangefinder now use the correct ballistics.

Battle Rating in Ground Realistic Battles changed from 12.7 to 13.0.

Changed from R-985-48 to R-985-AN-2.

CCRPs were interfering with bomb drops.

Includes vehicles such as T-80UD/BE, Kfir C.10, and IJN Kirishima among others.

New features in the hangar including weapon stands and vehicle animations.

New large ships including Stalingrad and HMS Prince of Wales added to the game.

Ground battle lineups at 9.3 and above now include an additional vehicle.

Introduction of the Severe Damage mechanic in naval battles, rewarding players for significant damage.

Closed Beta Testing for War Thunder’s new Infantry game mode will start soon, allowing players to experience battles from an infantry perspective.

Resolved graphical artifacts appearing around shipwrecks and radar arrays.

Three Typhoon variants equipped with AESA radar introduced for multiple nations.

A fresh new cockpit design for the B-25 and its variants.

Addition of two new WWII aircraft, FR-1 Fireball and DB-LK.

The winter version of Poland has been visually refined with improved details and vibrant elements.

Introduction of new vehicles including Ajax, M10 Booker, Chū-SAM, NASAMS 3, and HQ11 across various nations.

Various adjustments made to ground vehicle models, damage models, and characteristics.

Introducing a new subtree featuring three Malaysian jet aircraft in War Thunder.

A special export modification with advanced electronics and a wide range of weapons.

A multirole fighter with a focus on air combat, featuring advanced missile systems.

The HMS Prince of Wales, a King George V-class battleship, is being added to War Thunder with unique armament and robust armor.

A two-seat multirole Hornet comparable to the F/A-18C Late, with advanced weaponry.

The USS South Dakota (BB-57) battleship is being added to War Thunder, featuring powerful armament and exceptional protection.

Maximum engagement range of 30 km and minimum effective range of 1 km.

Radar and launcher combined on one vehicle with 8 vertical launch missiles and phased array radar.

New advanced surface-to-air missile system for China at Rank VIII.

Features inertial guidance, radio command guidance, and active radar homing for missile interception.

Best positioned behind cover to avoid detection while maintaining radar functionality.

The F/A-18E Super Hornet features 11 weapon hardpoints, allowing for a diverse arsenal.

The Centauro RGO (rank VII) is an export variant produced for the Omani Armed Forces, featuring a powerful engine and advanced weaponry.

The F/A-18E Super Hornet is equipped with an AN/APG-79 active phased array radar for real-time target information.

The F/A-18E Super Hornet includes advanced active and passive defense systems, including a helmet-mounted display.

The F/A-18E Super Hornet includes an ATFLIR targeting pod with a thermal imager for enhanced ground attack capabilities.

Four vehicles at rank VIII for USA, USSR, China, and Sweden will be temporarily available until rank IX is introduced in early 2026.

The Super Hornet features new F414-GE-400 engines, enhancing its speed and maneuverability.

The F/A-18E Super Hornet carrier-based fighter-attack aircraft is now available in the game.

The Centauro RGO is available for purchase with a 30% discount for 6,734 Golden Eagles from December 11th to December 15th.

The Super Hornet can carry up to 12 AIM-120B or C-5 ARH missiles and a variety of guided bombs.

The Hudson Mk V bomber is temporarily available for purchase for 700 Golden Eagles from December 10th to December 15th.

Includes guided air-to-ground ordnance like Brimstones and Paveway, enhancing versatility.

Maximum speed of 64 km/h, decent protection for its class, but vulnerable to MBT fire.

A new US light tank featuring a 105 mm gun, thermal imager, and good speed, coming to War Thunder.

Features a light chassis and is designed for direct fire support for infantry.

Equipped with wide field of view, fast scan rates, and exceptional situational awareness.

AESA equipped Eurofighters excel at beyond visual range combat with enhanced tracking and situational awareness.

New generation Eurofighter aircraft added to German, British, and Italian aircraft trees.

Equipped with XM35 105 mm gun, M900 APFSDS rounds, and lacks an autoloader.

German EF-2000 AESA now features IR locking capability.

Eurofighter AESAs can now carry up to 8 AIM-120 AMRAAM missiles.

New historical decals for each nation available from December 8th until January 12th.

The British Army's Ajax light tank featuring a 40 mm cannon and advanced electronic systems is being added to the game.

Emblems include 'FOR SALE' Inscription (USA), Tauch-PzAbt. C Emblem (Germany), and others.

Ajax has light armor sufficient against small explosions and heavy machine guns but vulnerable to larger threats.

Equipped with a laser rangefinder, thermal imager, and panoramic sight for effective target engagement.

Monthly markings can be found in a special tab at the bottom of the customization menu.

Tasks include scoring damage with American vessels and finishing in top positions with German tanks.

Players can track progress of completing tasks for decals via Player Profile.

Ajax features a variety of ammunition including APFSDS, HE, and AHEAD rounds for different combat scenarios.

Ajax has a max speed of 70 km/h forward and 35 km/h backward, enhancing its mobility on the battlefield.

Granitograd is a new location for infantry battles, featuring Domination mode with three control points.

Infantry will be supported by tanks and helicopters, with specific vehicles available in Arcade and Realistic modes.

Players can command their infantry squad with tactical control, allowing quick assignments to key positions.

Infantry mode will feature a variety of weapons and attachments, including M4A1, AK-74, and tactical gear.

Some functionality will be limited during the CBT, including the absence of Ultra-Low graphics settings and ray tracing modes for consoles.

Players can apply for Closed Beta Testing of the new infantry mode, featuring two game modes: Arcade and Realistic.

Closed beta testing for a new game mode featuring player-controlled infantry squads.

Experience large-scale battles featuring soldiers in various combat roles alongside ground vehicles and helicopters.

Vehicles in the hangar will perform animations such as moving parts and rotating turrets.

Experience battles from the perspective of an infantry soldier with tactical building clearouts and sniper duels.

Featured premium and event vehicles can now be viewed in a detailed hangar with mechanics working on them.

Weapons are now displayed on stands in the hangar, allowing players to view weaponry and their stats.

Dive into diverse weapon customization and outfit your squad with various equipment.

Players can customize their hangar's appearance by toggling festive themes on or off.

The winter version of the Poland map has been visually transformed with improved details and environmental elements.

A new event vehicle for the USSR at Rank V featuring advanced weaponry and radar.

The AK-225 is a new event vehicle for the USSR at Rank V, featuring advanced armament and radar capabilities.

Fixed a bug that caused the current scan area limits of the radar to display incorrectly when zooming in on aircraft in 3rd person view.

Players can purchase incomplete stages for Golden Eagles at reduced prices based on their progress.

Fixed a bug that caused the automatic gunners in Arcade Battles to fire at distances that exceeded the capabilities of the guns.

Earn new decals and the Flag of the naval units of the Border Troops of the USSR during the Sea Defender Event.

Earn the 'Upgrade for coupon' item to convert a non-tradable coupon for AK-225 into a tradable one.

Fixed a bug that caused the guns in Arcade Battles to stop automatically counting the lead.

The event started today, allowing players to earn the AK-225 for free.

Equipped with a 57 mm cannon and a six-barreled 30 mm AK-630 autocannon, designed for coastal combat and anti-air support.

Participate in naval battles from December 3rd to December 17th to earn themed rewards including the AK-225 patrol gunboat.

Players must manually collect rewards after completing each stage by accessing the Sea Defender menu.

Fixed a bug that caused the radar to be unable to update the data on targets tracked in TWS mode.

Earn mission points in Naval Battles to unlock stages and rewards, with specific point requirements for each stage.

Equipped with four 12.7 mm M2 .50 caliber guns and limited suspended ordnance options.

Pilots can turn off the prop engine while keeping the jet engine running, creating a unique experience.

The Fireball features a unique mixed-propulsion system with both a propeller and jet engine.

The Fireball has a max speed of around 650 km/h and good climb rate and agility.

The FR-1 Fireball will be added to the US air tree as a premium fighter in the next major update.

Tasks can be completed in random battles except for 'Assault' mode.

Participate in 8 tasks from December 1st to December 30th for rewards including a unique player icon.

The DB-LK carries both high-explosive fragmentation and armor-piercing bombs, with offensive and defensive 7.62 mm ShKAS machine guns.

New bundle available including Fiat G.91 R/4 Pack and VRCC Centauro Pack with a unique title.

Tasks are available from 11:00 GMT until 11:30 GMT on the final day of each task.

A new experimental Soviet bomber, the DB-LK, will be added to the game in the next major update.

The DB-LK features a payload of up to 2000 kg of bombs, 5 defensive mounts with 7.62 mm machine guns, and comfortable flight characteristics.

New permanent camouflages available for various vehicles in-game for Golden Eagles.

Available for purchase with Golden Eagles until January 3rd.

Completing tasks grants trophies with various rewards including RP boosters, SL boosters, backups, and camouflages.

Available with a 50% discount, includes unique camouflage and a premium account for 15 days.

Celebrate Portugal's Restoration of Independence Day with a new video dedicated to the event.

Introducing the Hawk 209, a premium multi-role strike aircraft for Japan at Rank VII, featuring a large arsenal including AGM-65G Maverick missiles.

Pre-order the Hawk 209 Pack for $69.99, which includes the Hawk 209, a 20-day premium account, 2500 golden Eagles, and unique pre-order bonuses.

Pre-order bonuses include a unique title 'Wings of the Motherland', a decal of the '12th Air Squadron Black Panther', and an experimental marine camouflage.

Award for causing 30% crew depletion on large vessels like cruisers and battleships.

Players can redeem last year's free decal codes until December 11th.

Positive reception of the Bullet Hell event with plans for future iterations.

Equipped with three triple SM-31 turrets housing high-velocity 305 mm guns and advanced mechanized loading system.

A big winter event featuring four vehicles instead of one is coming soon.

A mix of advanced SAM systems and interesting light vehicles planned for all nations.

A new Soviet battlecruiser designed as a 'cruiser killer' featuring nine 305mm guns and high speed.

Players will receive kill credit for causing 50% crew depletion on a ship.

Damage and rewards will now be tied to crew depletion rather than ship sections.

Can cruise at 35.2 knots but has vulnerable armor, requiring tactical gameplay to maximize effectiveness.

New feature allows random vehicle spawns in lineups of 9.3 and above.

A new matchmaking system reduces the likelihood of players encountering the same map twice in a row.

Next update will feature detailed cockpits for the B-25 series.

Includes six twin 130 mm dual-purpose guns and a robust anti-aircraft battery with 24 45 mm guns and 40 25 mm guns.

Stalingrad features very high armor penetration, great anti-aircraft battery, and high speed but poor protection.

A 'Select all' button has been added to various filter menus for easier selection.

Now, the first available backup is selected by default when respawning.

R400's gun changed from 105 mm L7A3 to 105 mm Rh 105-30.

Visibility affecting vehicle height parameter for R400 has been corrected.

Crew replenishment icon for SPYDER changed from German to Israeli crew.

Fixed several bugs affecting radar systems, including target acquisition issues.

Wheel thickness for R400 changed from 20 mm to 10 mm.

Gun elevation angles for R400 changed from -9/20 to -7/18 degrees.

Fixed an error in the description of the armor of the internal partition in TAM 2IP.

Fixed a bug that triggered a warning when daily tasks were completed with excess War Bond balance.

Fixed an issue where air frags would not appear on the scoreboard correctly.

Anti-cheat is now required to participate in Arcade Battles with a Battle Rating of 4.7 or higher.

Resolved a bug preventing vehicle search by name if the name contained spaces.

Fixed a bug that displayed a text key instead of the engine name for FSAF SAMP/T.

Removed an extra hull detail on EBRC Jaguar that should only appear with additional armor.

Fixed a bug where it was not possible to lock onto targets on the ground when using the GBU-15(V)2/B guided bomb.

Fixed an issue where there was no image in the headset when turning on VR mode with DX12 selected.

Details on the streaming schedule for the tournament across multiple weekends.

Fixed a bug that sometimes prevented the vehicle destruction counter from increasing in the scoreboard after a target was destroyed due to damage.

Team packs dedicated to the eight participating teams available in the store from November 25th 2025 until January 25th 2026.

The final showdown of the WTCS 2025 featuring the top 8 teams in various game modes.

Fixed a bug where the gun barrel and breech modules were displayed incorrectly in X-ray mode.

Fixed a bug where tracking signatures would stop updating during a single scan, resulting in frozen targets and loss of vector tracking.

Fixed a bug where the burning effect from shell hits was displayed in the air when firing at the left side of the turret.

Fixed a bug where the flares/chaff text was displayed as a text code in the modification window.

A bundle containing all team packs available at a 20% discount.

Additional pages have been added to the MFD for the F-16A MLU.

Viewers can earn unique camouflage and vehicles by watching the tournament on Twitch.

The R400 is a new event vehicle for Germany at Rank VI, featuring a 105 mm gun and high mobility.

The Fast and Dangerous ground vehicle event has started, featuring the R400 as a main reward.

ISU-122S has been added to the SU-85/ISU-122 group as the 3rd vehicle with the release of the Spearhead major update.

The R400 has a three-axle chassis with independent suspension and a diesel engine for high speed.

A bug that caused ground vehicles to float in the air has been fixed.

The R400's armor can only withstand machine gun bullets, limiting its defensive capabilities.

The R400 can fire HESH, HEAT, and two types of APFSDS rounds (DM23 and DM33).

The R400 features a 105 mm L7 gun, thermal sight, and a wheeled chassis with light armor.

A bug that occurred when the power system on a player’s vehicle was destroyed and caused desync, which lead to the vehicle twitching when moving.

A bug on part of the map that caused missiles to explode right after launch, and the sounds of cannon and machine gun fire to sound muffled has been fixed.

A bug that caused the hatches on the turret to not rotate with the turret has been fixed.

Earn the Upgrade for coupon item to convert a non-tradable coupon for the R400 into a tradable one.

All secondary weapons except cannons will be discarded upon spawning in the Bullet Hell event.

Participate in the Fast and Dangerous Event to earn the R400 light tank and themed rewards.

Complete stages to earn various rewards including decals, trophies, and the R400 coupon.

Players can earn research points and Silver Lions during battles in the Bullet Hell event.

Players can purchase unfinished stages for reduced Golden Eagles based on progress.

Two teams of eight compete to destroy 20 enemy aircraft using only cannons. Each pilot has 3 respawns.

Event runs from November 19th to December 3rd, with stages changing every two days.

Earn mission points in Ground Battles to unlock stages and rewards.

Spawning with a vehicle requires Silver Lions, which are returned if the aircraft isn't destroyed.

Participate in a team deathmatch style mode using only cannons in modern jet aircraft.

Players must manually collect rewards after finishing a stage.

Fixed a bug that made it possible to use the fire extinguisher without having the EFS modification.

Fixed a bug that caused the plane to spawn in the air.

Fixed a bug that caused the names on R-27ET1 and R-27ER1 missiles to display as text keys on the MFD in the cockpit.

The purchase windows for Silver Lions and Golden Eagles now display correctly on ultrawide monitors.

Naval missions on the South Kvarken location have been disabled for a rework.

Removed the erroneously present ability to extinguish engine fires on the Alpha Jet (all variants).

Fixed a bug where XeSS could be displayed in the list of anti-aliasing options for video cards that did not support it.

Fixed a bug where an extra hardpoint was displayed on the conformal fuel tanks when using certain missiles.

Fixed a bug that caused ESA radars to lose tracked targets if they moved outside of the current scan area.

Fixed a bug where part of the aircraft obstructed the view from the targeting pod when using the RB75 and RB75T missiles.

Fixed a bug that caused the drop tanks to float in the air when tips of the wings were ripped off.

Improves long-range visibility.

Introduction of 40 new camouflages, including 12 for new vehicles and 5 from older trophies.

L/D ratio at high AoA increased and gross weight reduced.

Includes coupons for rare vehicles, camouflage coupons for ground vehicles, aircraft, naval vessels, and helicopters.

Su-30MK2 AMV, F-15C Golden Eagle, F-16AM (Norway), Tornado IDS SLE, JH-7, JH-7A Prototype now recognized by radars.

Trophy can be earned after battles with vehicles rank II or higher, or purchased in the Item Shop for console players.

Opportunity for players to create user camouflages and earn rewards through the War Thunder partnership program.

Sizes changed from 15°x15° to 30°x15°, 30°x10° to 70°x15°, and 60°x5° to 70°x30°.

Reduced from 30 seconds to 4 seconds

The MIM-146 missile has been made smokeless.

A bug that caused the hardpoint for the air-to-air missile under the fuselage to be missing in some custom secondary weapon presets has been fixed.

The speech of the instructor in tutorial missions is no longer drowned out by the aircraft engine sounds.

Pz.Sfl.Ic and Panzer IV/70(A) are temporarily available for purchase for 1,000 and 2,980 Golden Eagles respectively.

The categories of the 500 LB S.A.P. Mk.II and G.P. 500 lb Mk.IV bombs in the secondary weapons menu have been corrected.

The name of the BA-11 modification has been corrected.

Celebrate Bundeswehr Day from November 12th to November 15th with special tasks and rewards.

A bug that caused the name of a M44/55 group to display as a text key has been fixed.

The engine sounds of LVT series tanks have been changed to historically accurate ones, the same as on the Stuart M3 tank.

A bug that caused some rockets on the right wing to not display has been fixed.

A bug that caused the installation of missiles on BOL countermeasure pylons to cause the pylon on the left wing to not display has been fixed.

Earn the decal by completing a task in battles using German vehicles at rank III or higher.

Unique engine sounds have been added for the XF5U-1.

Incorrect maximum launch speed of the Kh-59ME missile has been corrected to 1.01M.

A bug that caused tank engine sounds of other players to sound idle regardless of their actual RPM has been fixed.

Separate settings for 'Effects resolution', 'Heat haze', and 'Particle density' have been replaced with a single setting called 'Effects quality'.

Players now have 5 daily universal backups for respawning.

A Chieftain Mk 5 variant with a 900 HP engine and laser rangefinder.

New mechanic for firefighting, module repair, and water pumping.

The classic Tiger II has received a model update.

The EBRC Jaguar features a 40 mm cannon and tandem-charge ATGMs.

The C13/TUA provides I-TOW ATGM firepower.

Earn 3,000 mission points in battles using Chinese aircraft at rank III or higher to receive the decal.

Various adjustments to vehicle characteristics and weaponry.

Removed ability to destroy airfields and adjusted base respawn mechanics.

Both maps received new textures and environmental additions.

The first compound helicopter in War Thunder with unique design and weaponry.

Earn the 'PLA Air Force chevron' decal by completing a task during the event.

Event runs from November 11th (10:00 GMT) until November 14th (10:00 GMT).

A variety of ships including the premium IJN Nagato.

The Tu-1 is temporarily available for purchase with a 30% discount in honor of Tupolev’s birthday.

New decal available for players to earn during the Norwegian Air Force Foundation Day event.

Available for 3,416 Golden Eagles from November 10th (11:00 GMT) until November 13th (11:00 GMT).

Earn the 'Emblem of the 131st Air Wing' decal by completing a task during the event period.

Five new decals available for unlocking, including the British 'Chinese Eye' marking and the Swedish 'The King' inscription.

Tasks include defeating players using specific vehicles and achieving certain scores in battles to unlock new decals.

The model of the MB-326K was created by War Thunder player Vitaly “NovA29” Vostokov.

The MB-326K, a new strike aircraft for Italy at Rank V, featuring excellent maneuverability and a large payload, will be added in the Spearhead major update.

The MB-326K can carry a variety of weapons including 30 mm cannons, free-fall bombs, and unguided rockets, making it effective in both air and ground combat.

Players can track progress for completing tasks for decals via Player Profile > Decals > Monthly Decals.

Available from November 6th (11:00 GMT) until November 10th (11:00 GMT) to celebrate the anniversary of its first flight.

The Mosquito B Mk XVI, a high-speed bomber variant for Great Britain at Rank III, is now available.

The He 219 A-7 is temporarily available for purchase for 2,980 Golden Eagles.

The Mosquito B Mk XVI can be earned through squadron activity points or purchased with Golden Eagles.

The Mosquito B Mk XVI features a 4000lb 'Cookie' bomb and improved high altitude flight performance.

A new Damage Control mechanic allows pre-selection of three action presets for automatic repairs: firefighting, module repair, and water pumping.

The BTR-82AT is a modernized variant of the BTR-80/82 family, featuring advanced weapon systems and armor.

Upgraded to a 300 HP engine for better agility despite increased weight from armor enhancements.

Includes optional slat armor and internal spall liners for improved protection against HEAT munitions.

Each ship will have an individual DC coefficient affected by size, crew count, and generation, improving repair effectiveness.

Players can no longer avoid repairing knocked-out modules to save crew, ensuring fairer gameplay.

Joins the SPG and ATGM carrier line at rank VI, positioned between IT-1/Shturm-S and Object 775.

Manual quick repair is no longer needed; repairs will be carried out automatically by the crew as long as possible.

Equipped with a 30 mm cannon and powerful tandem-warhead Kornet ATGMs, enhancing offensive capabilities.

Features a combined dual-channel gunner’s sight with thermal imager and laser rangefinder.

An Easter Egg inspired by the legend of Syn and Vir has been included in the Carpathians map.

All environmental objects on the Carpathians map have been completely redesigned, including terrain, buildings, and vegetation.

The map's climate has changed to a greener appearance, reflecting the warm surroundings of the Carpathian Mountains.

Earn a trophy by completing tasks with Italian vehicles from November 4th to November 7th.

The ruins of the fortress and watchtowers have been visually improved with new details like moss and climbing plants.

P40 'G.C. Leoncello' and M43 'G.C. Leoncello' available at 50% discount for a limited time.

Open the trophy to receive one of four new decals related to the event.

Participate in tournaments dedicated to War Thunder’s anniversary from November 3rd to November 14th.

Infrastructure will start slightly damaged at the beginning of the mission to aid attackers.

A new mission variant has been added to the Vietnam map for Deep Strike.

Research the Maus tank during the anniversary event with no loss of progress after the event ends.

Durability of infrastructure buildings has been reduced, making them easier to destroy.

The XF5U-1 is the main prize of the Dreams Come True event, available through gameplay.

Earn a commemorative decal by playing one battle with any vehicle at rank III or higher.

The XF5U-1 is a unique aircraft with exceptional maneuverability and armed with six .50 caliber guns.

Participate in the Dreams Come True event to earn the XF5U-1 'Flying Flapjack' and other rewards.

The XF5U-1 is a premium fighter for the USA at Rank IV, featuring a unique aerodynamic design and capable of tight turns.

Deep Strike mode available from October 31st to November 3rd.

The Fokker D.XXIII features a pair of Czechoslovakian Walter Sagitta I SR engines in pusher and puller configuration, with a notable cooling issue for the rear engine.

Equipped with a pair of F.N. 7.9 mm machine guns and a pair of F.N. 13.2 mm machine guns, the Fokker D.XXIII offers impressive firepower for its rank.

Complete visual update for the Tiger II and the experimental Tiger II (Sla.16) models.

The Fokker D.XXIII excels in low-speed maneuvering combat but is vulnerable to damage that affects its engines.

Introducing the Fokker D.XXIII, a unique Dutch prototype fighter with powerful guns and good maneuverability, coming to the French aviation tree.

Pack includes F/A-18С Early, 30 days premium account, and 3000 Golden Eagles at 50% off.

The Jaguar EBRC can reach a maximum speed of 100 km/h, providing excellent mobility on the battlefield.

Pack includes Type 90B 'Fuji', 20 days premium account, and 2500 Golden Eagles at 50% off.

The Jaguar EBRC, a modern French light tank armed with a 40 mm cannon and tandem-charge anti-tank missiles, is being introduced.

Celebration discounts on various vehicle packs in the Gaijin Store.

The Jaguar EBRC features a 40 mm CTC cannon with a rate of fire of 200 rounds per minute and two Akeron MP anti-tank missiles.

Up to 50% off on various packs in the Gaijin Store during the anniversary celebration.

Pack includes M1A1 HC, 20 days premium account, and 2500 Golden Eagles at 50% off.

Several packs will be removed from the store after the sale ends.

Pack includes F-16A Block 10 Netz, 30 days premium account, and 3000 Golden Eagles at 50% off.

The Jaguar EBRC has light protection with aluminum alloy armor and slat armor as a researchable modification.

Introducing the Su-30MK2 AMV, a premium jet fighter for the USSR at Rank VIII with advanced weaponry and capabilities.

Equipped with FFAR Mighty Mouse rocket pods, six BGM-71 TOW missiles, a 40 mm grenade launcher, and a 30 mm cannon for ground battles.

The AH-56A Cheyenne, a unique compound helicopter, is being added to the USA's squadron vehicles at Rank VI.

Vehicles in ground force trees will be rearranged to improve structure and accuracy of Battle Ratings.

Players can obtain the AH-56A by earning squadron activity points or purchasing it for Golden Eagles.

The pack includes the Su-30MK2 AMV, a premium account for 30 days, 3000 Golden Eagles, and unique pre-order bonuses.

The AH-56A features increased maneuverability and a top speed of around 400 km/h, requiring propeller pitch control for optimal performance.

The Kh-59M missile is introduced, featuring an engine in an under-fuselage pod for increased warhead mass and guidance.

The CM-34 can reach speeds up to 100 km/h on paved roads and has a good power-to-weight ratio.

Equipped with thermal imagers for all crew members and a laser warning system.

The CM-34 features add-on composite armor but is still vulnerable to most tank rounds.

The CM-34 features a 30 mm Mk44 Bushmaster II automatic cannon with various ammunition types including APDS and APFSDS.

A new light tank for China's tech tree at rank VI featuring a 30 mm Bushmaster cannon.

Purchase the Dead Man's Chest trophy to obtain Halloween decals from previous events.

Celebrate Halloween with themed cosmetics, races, and events from October 24th to November 3rd.

Purchase the Witch's Cauldron trophy to obtain Halloween decorations from previous events.

Race the Po-2 'Night Witch' aircraft through dangerous terrain to earn rewards.

Participate in fast-paced races using the M18 'Witch' tank to earn points and rewards.

Earn spooky profile frames and decals by participating in Halloween races.

Players can purchase incomplete stages with Golden Eagles at reduced prices based on progress.

50% discount on vehicles for all nations for Silver Lions and Golden Eagles.

The Hawk 200 will be the first jet to introduce the new Sea Eagle missile, replacing the AJ 168 Martel missile.

50% discount on a Premium Account in-game for 90 and 365 days and in the Gaijin store for 180 days.

The Hawk 200 includes internal 25 mm ADEN cannons and an option for a 30 mm ADEN gunpod.

The Hawk 200 can carry a variety of bombs and rocket pods, making it versatile for ground attack missions.

Rewards include decals, profile frames, backgrounds, loading screens, and the XF5U aircraft.

Earn mission points in Air Battles to unlock stages and receive various rewards.

Participate in the Dreams Come True event from October 31st to November 14th to earn rewards.

50% discount on all modifications, talismans, and backups.

The Hawk 200 will feature AGM-65 Mavericks for anti-tank operations, enhancing its role as a CAS platform.

The XF5U is a new premium fighter for the USA at Rank IV, featuring a unique pancake shape and capabilities.

The aircraft will be equipped with four AIM-9L Sidewinders for air-to-air engagements.

Celebrate War Thunder's 13th birthday with discounts on vehicles, modifications, backups, and Premium Account time.

The Hawk 200 features a Radar Warning Receiver (RWR) and countermeasures for enhanced survivability.

Players can track their progress for completing stages through the Achievements window.

The Hawk 200, a lightweight multirole strike aircraft for Great Britain, will be added in the Spearhead major update.

The previously announced Rearrangements to the British Ground Forces Tree have been implemented.

Updated the winter forest and added snowdrifts for a more authentic look.

Includes 19 aircraft, 18 ground vehicles, and 1 helicopter camouflage designs.

Added snowdrifts, icicles, and realistic ice crust to the frozen river, enhancing the winter theme.

The height at which clouds appear in the Sinai map has been increased, they no longer appear close to the ground.

The maximum Battle Rating for Ground Vehicles has been increased from 12.0 to 12.7, and for Helicopters from 12.3 to 13.0.

Reworked every element of the Stalingrad map's environment, including buildings, structures, and terrain details.

Introduced track markings in mud, frozen puddles, and glimpses of grass under snow for improved realism.

Includes multiple squadron decals and new decorations for vehicles.

A bug that prevented the GBU-15 seeker from locking on to a target has been fixed.

Players no longer need to set filters again after each spawn.

New items including the 'Sangoma' decal and various vehicles available for purchase.

The appearance of the pop-up displaying trophy rewards has been updated.

A bug where armor plates were missing from the ship's armor model has been fixed.

An advanced Italian fighter at Rank IV, known for its speed and maneuverability.

A Premium Light Cruiser for Italy at Rank III, featuring high speed and robust armament.

The player list no longer overlaps with aircraft parameters in Referee mode.

Celebrating the UH-1's maiden flight anniversary with a special discount event.

Attacking team uses F-4E Phantom II and AH-1F helicopter; defending team uses MiG-21bis.

Clicking the air event button now respects the cooldown period.

The UH-1C XM-30 is temporarily available for purchase with a 30% discount for 6,237 Golden Eagles.

The aircraft visual weapons selector now correctly displays external guns.

A bug that caused one or multiple detected targets to be randomly lost in TWS modes has been fixed.

Introducing the new Battle Pass Season 21 featuring premium vehicles and rewards.

Players can earn Upgrade Coupons to get the next Battle Pass for free.

Players must adapt to different roles and strategies as one team attacks and the other defends.

A new Battle Trophy featuring vehicles from previous Battle Passes.

Deep Strike serves as a testing ground for new operation ideas in World War Mode, focusing on aerial combat.

The close button in the chat window now maintains its position with many chat tabs.

The minimum Battle Rating for vehicle lineups requiring anti-cheat has been reduced from 11.0 to 8.0.

Each player has 3 respawns available, with Silver Lions required for vehicle respawns.

Defending team protects an oil refinery or power plant with a detailed damage model.

The power of the fragmentation field has been increased to be comparable to large-caliber ATGMs.

The missile guidance disruption hint now stays visible for a longer duration.

Players can earn research points and Silver Lions during the Deep Strike event.

Introducing the Deep Strike event, an asymmetrical game mode where one team attacks and the other defends important infrastructure.

The selected vehicle no longer resets when opening the game menu.

The aiming sectors for the 7.7mm Lewis machine guns have been corrected.

The tooltip now correctly updates when changing game mode and depth settings.

Separate firing for APKWS has been added, preventing instant detonation while hovering in Realistic Battles.

Players can now respawn in singleplayer missions when playing in co-op.

Players' nicknames are no longer shown twice in brackets in replays.

Corrected a bug that caused the composite armor on the turret roof to be treated as solid steel against high-explosive shells.

Corrected a bug where the free camera in replays would detach from the player after respawning.

Nagato has average overall armor but strong protection around the citadel, with vulnerabilities in other areas.

Earn the 'Emblem of HMS Victory (1765)' decal by completing a task during the Trafalgar Day event.

HMCS Haida is temporarily available with a 30% discount for 3,416 Golden Eagles from October 21st to October 24th.

The battleship can reach speeds of around 26.5 knots, offering good mobility for its size.

Resolved a bug where the radar indicator could freeze and stop updating when switching targets.

Introducing the IJN Nagato, a premium battleship for Japan at Rank VI, featuring powerful weapons and an extensive anti-aircraft battery.

The pre-order pack includes IJN Nagato, a 30-day premium account, 3000 Golden Eagles, and unique titles and decals.

Resolved a bug preventing the action to spawn an aircraft with a nuclear bomb from appearing.

The Fairmile D (5001) is temporarily available for purchase for 910 Golden Eagles with a 30% discount.

IJN Nagato boasts eight 410 mm main guns, impressive secondary armament, and a robust anti-aircraft defense system.

Fixed an issue where the laser warning direction indicator was displayed incorrectly on ground vehicles.

A new squadron vehicle, the C13 TUA anti-tank missile carrier, is being added to War Thunder.

The light armor of the C13 TUA is only bulletproof and vulnerable to high-explosive shells.

The C13 TUA features a folding launcher for I-TOW ATGMs, cannot fire on the move, has light armor, and good mobility.

The C13 TUA has a maximum speed of 70 km/h, allowing for quick repositioning on the battlefield.

The C13 TUA can fire while concealed behind cover, but requires a static position to do so.

Fixed a bug that caused the @psn and @live nickname suffixes to be displayed in the battle.

Fixed a bug that caused the proximity fuze of HE-VT shells to not trigger on AGMs and ATGMs.

Elsa's pack features a unique Leopard 2A4M tank, along with a profile icon, camouflage, decal, and title.

Three unique packs featuring the Senrai Maidens characters and their customized tanks are now available.

A fan art contest inspired by the Senrai Maidens video, running from October 17th to November 17th, 2025.

Kate's pack includes a stylized American M1A1 HC tank, unique profile icon, camouflage, decal, and title.

Fixed a bug where the radio fuze sometimes did not work on all missiles except the first one when launching two or more missiles.

Fixed a bug where the sight was not displayed on the glass in the cockpit of the AU-1.

Maria's pack includes a T-80U-E1 tank, unique profile icon, camouflage, decal, and title.

Fixed a bug where the artificial horizon and compass in the cockpit of the A-10A did not work correctly.

The T-34-85 will be moved from rank IV to rank III, grouped with the T-34-85 (D-5T).

The T-34-85 (STP) includes a vertical stabilizer for improved aiming stability during movement and sudden stops.

An experimental variant of the T-34-85 with a vertical gun stabilizer, improving firing accuracy on the move.

The Chieftain 900 features a unique armor layout with metal-cladding, simulating potential Chobham armor.

The Chieftain 900 includes a laser rangefinder for improved targeting.

The Chieftain 900 retains the 120 mm cannon and adds the L23 APFSDS round.

The Chieftain 900 features a 900 HP Rolls Royce engine, increasing max speed to 52 km/h.

The countermeasures filling has been adjusted to include an equal number of flares/chaff.

A bug that sometimes allowed players to fly through cliffs has been fixed.

A bug that caused HEAT shells to ignore the armor of reversing tanks has been fixed.

A bug where it was possible to go inside some buildings while driving at full speed has been fixed.

A new variant of the Chieftain tank featuring improved mobility, firepower, and armor layout.

A bug that caused the Mark V and Beutepanzer IV tank to shake has been fixed.

Introduction of free backups for players to use in battles, resetting daily.

A highly anticipated variant of the Mosquito that can carry a 4,000 lb bomb is coming for Great Britain.

A new SAM system for China is in development along with new top jet aircraft.

Plans to implement a standalone Korean research tree with vehicles from South and North Korea.

A new system allowing players to automate damage control processes in naval battles.

The typical Dreams Come True event will take place, focusing on an aircraft.

Introduction of Italy's first squadron vehicle, the С13 TUA.

The T-34-85 with a stabilizer will be introduced in the upcoming major update.

New mechanism to display complex vehicle parameters, starting with armor penetration and shell ballistics.

Japanese tree will welcome more Indonesian vehicles and aircraft from Malaysia.

The regular Tiger II will receive a newly updated visual model.

Israeli tree will include vehicles from Greece and Cyprus, and potentially Singaporean vehicles.

Plans to add Singaporean vehicles to various trees based on relevance and applicability.

USS Cowell (rank III) is temporarily available at a 30% discount for 3,416 Golden Eagles from October 13th to October 16th.

Earn 10,000 mission points in battles with a Coastal or Bluewater USA vessel at rank III or higher to receive the 'US Navy Jack' ship flag from October 13th to October 16th.

A new bundle featuring multiple vehicle packs is available for purchase at a discounted price.

New unique camouflages for various vehicles are now permanently available in-game for Golden Eagles.

A new video in the Moments of Valor series dedicated to Spain has been released.

30% Discount on HMS Iron Duke from October 10th to October 13th.

Corrected camera position in cockpit view and fixed a bug causing MFDs to not function.

HMS Iron Duke (rank V) available for 5866 Golden Eagles.

Fixed a bug in the Damage Model that caused some shells in the hull’s ammo rack to stick out of the side of the hull.

Multiple bugs with water flow simulation effects around ground vehicles have been fixed.

Fixed a bug that caused the corresponding Pages of History achievement to not properly open.

Fixed a bug where destructible modules continued to affect secondary fragments after destruction.

Corrected the position of the MFD page with the artificial horizon in the cockpit.

Fixed a bug that could cause the interface in Naval Battles to stop displaying normally.

Fixed a bug that made it impossible to guide APKWS II M282 and APKWS II M151 missiles.

Complete tasks using specific vehicles to earn new decals, including defeating players and destroying targets.

5 new historical decals including 'A Colpo Sicuro' inscription and Wekusta 5 emblem available from October 8th.

Fixed a bug where destroyed modules could still interact with secondary fragments, affecting damage calculations.

Fixed a bug where countermeasures hitting the ground would leave a very large crater.

Fixed a bug that caused the marker of the next weapon to display incorrectly for asymmetrically mounted weapons.

Fixed a bug where it was impossible to view the list of rewards for some achievements.

Fixed a bug that occasionally caused targets to disappear from the radar indicator of ground vehicles.

Fixed a bug that could cause a player to be kicked off a nuclear aircraft when certain Multi-Vehicle SAM systems were destroyed.

Players can track progress for completing tasks for decals via Player Profile > Decals > Monthly Decals.

Adjusted the sound of tank guns on enemy and allied ground vehicles to improve perceived range and direction.

Fixed a bug where vehicle rank requirements could be cut off in the Semper Fidelis marks of distinction on-hover popups.

Added an option to enable a compass display in third-person view for planes and helicopters.

Resolved an issue where enemy shells penetrated armor incorrectly when the tank was moving away.

Fixed a bug in cockpit view that made everything appear darker when SSAA and TSR were enabled.

Fixed a bug that caused a specific area on the turret roof to have no armor.

Fixed issues with the naval battles interface displaying incorrectly during long battles.

Added polyurethane foam fuel tank filler to Su-17 and Su-22 variants to reduce fire/explosion risk.

Increased turret roof thickness from 25 mm to 45 mm for the BM Oplot-T.

Fixed a bug where the option to leave a vehicle disappeared from the pause menu after losing a reconnaissance UAV.

The 'Ground multi strike' and 'Water multi strike' awards can now only be completed in Air Battles.

Fixed a bug that caused the vehicle to jerk in replays when using the free camera.

Fixed a bug that caused camouflage unlocks for certain vehicles to not progress.

Fixed a bug that caused the aircraft to not be correctly recognized by radars with target recognition by radar signature.

Fixed a bug where switching to a Multi-Vehicle SAM vehicle and using binoculars caused camera direction issues.

Shell calibers between 19 mm and 27 mm now produce a larger splash sound when they hit water.

Fixed a bug where the camera in replays would get stuck facing the ground after switching to free camera.

New water flow simulation effects around tanks added, visible on Very High 'Water Quality' setting.

The sound of ground vehicles moving in water has been made slightly more noticeable.

Fixed sound artifacts when firing missiles, flares, and chaff from cockpits of jet aircraft at high speeds.

The sounds of water falling after explosions have been made more distinct.

Fixed an excessively large volume difference between small and large caliber automatic cannons.

Adjusted the sound of enemy/allied ground vehicle tank guns for better distance and direction perception.

Fixed a bug where some elements of the HUD moved along with head movements in VR.

Fixed a bug where exterior fuel tanks would continue to affect fragments after being destroyed.

Changing the volume of gunfire in sound settings now works more noticeably for ground vehicles.

Fixed a bug where the trace effects from tanks on water didn’t fade out properly.

Fixed a bug where the 'Mission Maker' award could not be obtained for destroying AI vehicles in Air Battles.

Fixed a bug that caused API and APHE shells to ignore the armor of reversing tanks.

Fixed a bug where some targets could disappear from the radar indicator of ground vehicles.

Fixed a bug that caused the 'Multi strike' award to be unobtainable when playing with ground vehicles and naval vessels.

A new 'Jaws' camouflage has been added for the AH-64E, obtainable through tasks or purchase.

Fixed a bug that caused players to be kicked out of a nuke aircraft after their TADS vehicle was destroyed.

Fixed a bug that caused the laser warning detection indicator on ground vehicles to disappear quickly.

Fixed a bug where starting an air event in Ground Arcade Battles caused deployment silhouette issues.

Fixed a bug where the 3D models of some missiles were not displayed in the Protection Analysis.

Fixed a bug where outlined capture point circles on the ground might not display correctly in Ground Battle replays.

The 'Air Superiority' pack is now available on console for $1.99.

Earn the 'German Unity Day 2025' decal by completing a task during the event.

Celebrate the anniversary of German reunification with a special decal and discounts.

Watch the WTCS Air Superiority Play-Offs on October 4th-5th and October 11th-12th.

Enjoy a 10% discount off all products eligible in this War Thunder offer from October 3rd to October 19th.

The 'German Unity Day 2025' Bundle is available at a 50% discount from October 3rd to October 6th.

Packs from the 'German Unity Day 2025' Bundle are available separately with a 30% discount.

Pz.Sfl.Ic, Sea Hawk Mk.100, and Prinz Eugen are temporarily available for purchase with Golden Eagles.

Earn Twitch Drops including boosters, premium days, and exclusive decals during the event.

Earn the 'Upgrade for coupon' item to convert a non-tradable coupon for the EFV into a tradable one.

The American EFV landing vehicle is introduced as the main ground vehicle reward for the Semper Fidelis event.

The EFV can transform into a boat, reaching speeds of 46 km/h on water, providing new tactical opportunities.

Players can purchase unfinished stages for Golden Eagles at reduced prices based on progress.

Players must manually collect rewards after completing each stage in the event.

The EFV is armed with a 30 mm Bushmaster cannon and a coaxial machine gun, with options for different ammunition types.

Earn mission points in Ground Battles to unlock stages and rewards during the event.

Earn new decals and camouflage for the EFV during the Semper Fidelis event.

Unlock the EFV, a Light Tank for the USA at Rank VI, during the Semper Fidelis event.

Participate in the Semper Fidelis event to earn the EFV vehicle and various rewards.

The EFV can reach speeds of up to 72 km/h on good roads, enhancing its mobility on the battlefield.

Track progress for completing stages and the 'Upgrade for coupon' item through the Achievements window.

RWR type changed to SPO-15LM for Su-22UM3K, Su-17M4, Su-22M4 (all variants).

Earn the 'National Day of the People's Republic of China 2025' decal by completing a task from October 1st to October 8th.

The Al-Khalid-I and J-7D Packs are available at a 50% discount from October 1st to October 8th.

Type 69-IIa and Т-62 №545 are temporarily available at a 50% discount for Golden Eagles from October 1st to October 8th.

Participate in historical battles from October 1st to October 31st to earn rewards.

Completing tasks grants various rewards including RP boosters, SL boosters, and camouflages.

Tasks are available from 11:00 GMT until 11:30 GMT on the final day of each task.

F-5TH TCU, F-16I Sufa, F-16A OCU (Belgium), F/A-18A (Australia), AF/A-18A Late (Australia), CF-188 (Canada) now correctly recognized by radars with target recognition by radar signature.

Several Chinese vehicles are available at a 50% discount from October 1st to October 8th.

Fixed a bug causing the 'Switch secondary weapons' action in helicopters to display incorrect control hints for aircraft.

Purchase the Léo Major profile icon for Golden Eagles until November 3rd.

Battle Rating increased from 6.3 to 7.0 in all modes.

Fixed bug causing some trees to not get destroyed by autocannon fire.

Tank weight increased from 27.7 tonnes to 35 tonnes.

New sound tails for impacts on various materials.

Maximum horizontal aiming speed increased from 14°/s to 25°/s.

Tank weight reduced from 67 tons to 64.1 tons without Dozer Blade modification.

Fixed bug where Dozer Blade modification did not increase tank’s weight.

Fixed bug in X-ray where all shells were designated as charges and vice versa.

Battle Rating decreased from 7.0 to 6.7 in all modes.

Thickness of radiator grilles covered with metal plates increased from 5 mm to 10 mm.

Battle Rating in Arcade Battles reduced from 9.7 to 9.3.

Armor plate covering the exhaust increased from 50.8 mm to 76.2 mm.

Turret armor thickness adjusted in the stat card.

Fixed bug preventing commander from taking control of the gun when the gunner was knocked out.

Turret front material changed to cast homogeneous armor; volumetric armor introduced.

Splash sound updated to reflect larger splash.

Engine power increased from 780 HP to 840 HP with 2S6M1 modification.

Fixed bug causing visual weapon selector to display incorrect loadout when using backup aircraft.

Thickness of internal part at the front of the cannon breech set to 45 mm for T-64, T-72, T-80 variants.

Fixed bug preventing the creation of user skins for Vampire F.B.5 and Meteor F Mk.3.

A bug that made it impossible to select the anti-aircraft machine gun on the M901 has been fixed.

The thrust in maximum continuous power (100%) of the Merlin 61 engine for Spitfire Mk.IX and IXc has been increased.

A bug that caused an incorrect mass calculation for aircraft that had internal machine guns and cannons, leading to worse maneuverability on some aircraft has been fixed.

A bug that sometimes caused some crew members to not get knocked out by an ammunition fire with a breached bulkhead has been fixed.

The mass of the APHE shell for Tiger II (10.5 cm Kw.K) has been increased from 15.9 kg to 16.9 kg.

Part of the rocks in the Sinai mission has been removed.

T58 — the erroneously present artillery strike ability has been removed.

Players can earn P-40E-1 TD (USA) and Strv m/39 TD (Sweden) through Twitch Drops.

A bug that caused the torpedo counter to display wrong values has been fixed for several naval vessels.

Rewards for watching Active Matter Twitch streams from September 27th to September 29th.

A bug on DX12 and Vulkan APIs that caused the HUD and MFDs in cockpits of some helicopters to flicker has been fixed.

The size of the sector where tanks automatically try to keep their gun aim in has been increased from 30° to 80°.

A detailed guide on how to enable and use the new Game Recording feature in War Thunder.

A bug that caused the airfield markings to not display on Ultra Low Quality has been fixed.

Players can create clips from their recorded gameplay to share with friends easily.

New timeline feature shows different colors for gameplay events and allows players to place markers.

IL-28 (all variants), H-5 — “Sirena-2”/“SPO-2” RWR has been added.

A bug that allowed Multi-Vehicle SAM launchers without their own radar or IRST to launch missiles when the radar on the radar vehicle was turned off has been fixed.

War Thunder now supports Steam's Game Recording feature, allowing players to record and share gameplay videos.

The size of the smoke screen deployed from the OS2U-3 scout aircraft has been increased.

A bug that caused the mode switching of one of the MFDs in the cockpit to cause others to flicker has been fixed.

Updated guide for becoming a creator of user camouflages, offering glory and real money through the partnership program.

China: The T-34-85/85 Gai folder has been moved from Rank IV to Rank III. The M36/ISU-122 folder has been moved from Rank IV to Rank III. USSR: The Object 268 has been grouped with the Su-122-54.

A bug that caused the “Horizontal speed” setting in the Helicopter battle settings to affect all aircraft has been fixed.

A bug that caused the targeting pod to display in the X-ray has been fixed.

Contents include coupons for rare vehicles and various camouflage coupons for ground, aircraft, naval vessels, and helicopters.

AI-controlled Abrams tanks in test drives now have APFSDS shells loaded in the racks, instead of HEAT for consistency.

New 'Tusk Force' key available for purchase on the Market to unlock the trophy.

A bug that prevented the selected missile type to automatically switch to the next one when the missiles of the first type were expended has been fixed.

A bug that caused buttons with long control hints to move on top of the radar display on aircraft has been fixed.

A bug that caused a part of the fuselage near the engine to become transparent has been fixed.

A bug that caused the overpressure damage to no longer apply for opentop vehicles in some cases has been fixed.

A bug where Fighter-class aircraft could not spawn in Malta and Defending Stalingrad missions has been fixed.

A bug where radar target markers on ground vehicles could extend beyond the radar indicator has been fixed.

A bug that caused the survivability skill to not be taken into account in the hit analysis has been fixed.

Trophy can be earned after battles with vehicles rank II or higher, with a minimum activity of 50%.

A bug that made it impossible to collapse the active order information block in battle when in spectator mode has been fixed.

Introduction of 40 new camouflages from creators for the Tusk Force trophy, featuring more ground vehicle camouflages than usual.

A bug that caused the sound of the tank ammunition burnout to fade out too quickly with distance has been fixed.

A bug that caused messages about vehicle hits or destruction and warning messages to overlap the cursor in third-person view has been fixed.

A bug that made it impossible to place the “A.F.V. 601 Crewman Helmet (Israel)” decoration on any vehicle has been fixed.

The air spawn altitude has been increased so that aircraft don’t spawn facing the mountain.

A bug that caused the Flz Lwf LB 82’s missile seeker sight to have a decreased zoom in view has been fixed.

A bug that caused all other game sounds to disappear for a few seconds after the missile was launched has been fixed.

Engine characteristics at different altitudes have been adjusted and handling improved for all control types.

A belt with a new 75 mm Type 1 APHE shell has been added with the release of the Tusk Force major update.

A bug that caused the targeting pod to display in the X-ray has been fixed.

Cockpit lighting has been adjusted for all variants of the Boomerang.

A bug where radar target markers on aircraft could extend beyond the radar indicator has been fixed.

A bug where player actions would desynchronize after turning on the torpedo sight has been fixed.

The auxiliary power unit module has been removed until the corresponding mechanics appear in the game.

A bug where Fighter-class aircraft could not spawn in certain missions has been fixed.

New premium battleships added for USA and Great Britain.

New mouse controls for radar management in aircraft.

Three new nuclear-capable aircraft introduced for ground battles.

M55 features a 203 mm cannon, the largest conventional tank gun in the game.

Introduction of new aircraft including Bf 109 T-2 and B-66B with detailed cockpits.

New fire control system modules added to several tank variants.

Four new Thai tanks including M60A3 TTS, M163, Stingray, and BM Oplot-T.

The date for converting temporary connections between vehicles into permanent ones has been adjusted to 28 days after the Tusk Force update release.

New SAM vehicles for Great Britain, France, Italy, and USSR.

Resolved an issue where short trunk trees would spin when knocked over.

A bug that caused building textures to disappear after a plane crashed into them has been fixed.

Updated visuals with detailed buildings and landscape refinements.

Trees can now be procedurally destroyed with new physics.

A bug that caused shells to stop ricocheting correctly has been fixed.

A timer showing the time until the missile’s impact has been added for AGM-65E (all variants).

New Mi-35 for USSR and Indonesia, AH-64E for USA, with updated damage models.

Polyurethane foam fuel tank filler has been added to Ka-50 and Ka-52, reducing fire or explosion likelihood when hit.

War Thunder’s third major update of 2025 introduces new vehicles and gameplay improvements.

The BM Oplot-T features an impressive reverse speed of 30 km/h, enhancing its mobility in combat.

The BM Oplot-T includes a modern fire control system with a panoramic commander’s sight, laser rangefinder, and thermal imaging.

Celebrate the anniversary of the Yak-38's first flight with a 30% discount on the premium vehicle.

The BM Oplot-T, an export version of the Ukrainian T-84 Oplot MBT for the Thai Army, is being added to the game.

The BM Oplot-T is armed with the new BTA4 APFSDS round and GP125 ATGM, providing enhanced firepower.

The BM Oplot-T features improved armor protection with integrated and external ERA modules.

Receive the 'Active Matter' decal and Pz.III J1 TD (Germany) tank as rewards for watching streams.

Watch Active Matter streams from September 20th to September 22nd to earn rewards in both Active Matter and War Thunder.

Players must link their Gaijin and Twitch accounts to receive rewards from the Twitch Drops campaign.

The German Mi-24P HFS 80 and Hungarian Mi-24P helicopters are available with a 30% discount, each priced at 6,111 Golden Eagles.

The Mi-24D is temporarily available with a 30% discount, priced at 5,992 Golden Eagles.

The F-16I Sufa will feature a new Pratt & Whitney F100-PW-229 turbofan engine.

The F-16I Sufa will come equipped with an improved radar system.

The F-16I Sufa, a specialized Israeli variant of the F-16, will be added to the Israeli aviation tree.

The F-16I Sufa will have access to a larger selection of suspended weapons, including new SPICE bombs.

The F-16I Sufa will be capable of carrying advanced IR and ARH missiles, including AIM-9L, AIM-9M, and AIM-120C-5.

The F-16I Sufa will feature the PAWS-2 MAWS for missile awareness.

The YP-38 is temporarily available for 1,150 Golden Eagles from September 16th to September 19th.

The F-5TH can now mount advanced air-to-air missiles including AIM-9M, Python-3, and Derby ARH missiles, as well as guided bombs.

The aircraft features advanced avionics, a fully digital cockpit, and a modern radar system.

The F-5TH Super Tigris, a modernized variant of the F-5E/F Tiger II, is being added to the game.

The F-5TH will be included in the top ranks of the Thai subtree, enhancing the Japanese aviation lineup.

The SAMP/T features long-range Aster missiles, a modern ARABEL radar system, and a multi-vehicle setup.

Earn 10,000 mission points with USSR ground vehicles at rank III or higher to receive the Golden HEAT decoration.

All Soviet tank packs in the Gaijin store (except for the 'In May 45' Pack) are available at a 30% discount.

The SAMP/T, a mobile air defense system developed by France and Italy, is introduced in the Tusk Force major update.

The SAMP/T comes in a two-vehicle setup: one for radar and another for launching missiles.

The SAMP/T chassis, based on Renault and Iveco trucks, can reach a maximum speed of 100 km/h.

The Aster-30 missiles can intercept aerial targets moving at supersonic speeds up to a range of 100 km.

Celebrate Nikolai Kamov’s birthday with a 30% discount on the Ka-50 attack helicopter in the Gaijin Store.

Event runs from September 12th (09:00 GMT) until September 15th (09:00 GMT).

The ARABEL radar system can detect targets up to 80 km away and track up to 10 individual targets simultaneously.

Players can now control aircraft radars using the mouse cursor, simplifying interaction and reducing the need for key binds.

Introducing the USS Charles F. Adams destroyer featuring RIM-24 Tartar anti-aircraft missiles.

Added actions for locking radar/IRST on target and selecting radar/IRST target to lock.

The La-11 and Dolgushin’s La-7 are temporarily available for purchase for Golden Eagles.

The destroyer is equipped with RIM-24 Tartar missiles, 127 mm main battery guns, and torpedo tubes.

New buttons around the radar screen allow for quick access to radar functions like changing mode and scale.

Specializes against aircraft and can engage smaller boats and enemy destroyers.

Available from September 11th (11:00 GMT) until September 15th (11:00 GMT).

The M55 self-propelled howitzer is being added to the game for the USA, Germany, China, Italy, and France at Rank III.

The M55 is designed for support roles, providing devastating fire from a distance due to its thin armor and long reload time.

The M55 is armed with a 203.2 mm M47 howitzer, fires M106 HE shells, has a top speed of 56 km/h, and a total ammunition capacity of 10 shells.

The B-66B Destroyer will join the ranks of early jet-powered bombers in the American aviation tree.

Features subsonic top speed, 12,000 lbs payload, and a defensive turret with twin 20 mm cannons.

New historical inscriptions and markings including 'Rosie the Rocketer' and 'Have Another'.

Players can track progress for completing tasks for decals via Player Profile.

Decals available from September 8th until October 8th.

Tasks include destroying targets with rockets and defeating players using bombs.

The Buk-M3, a modern Russian surface-to-air missile system, will be added to War Thunder as a Multi-Vehicle SAM system.

Equipped with AIM-7P missiles with Datalink, 20 mm M61A1 cannon, CRV-7 rockets, and various JDAMs.

The radar vehicle can control airspace and lead/hit up to 12 targets at once, continuing combat even if destroyed.

Includes AIM-9L and AIM-7M/F missiles, conventional bombs, and AGM-62 ER/DL TV guided bombs.

Each launcher vehicle has six missiles and a thermal imager for target detection and tracking.

Bundle includes A-5C Pack, Al-Khalid-I Pack, and Mi-35M Pack for $89.99.

Features LITENING targeting pod, JDAMs, and AIM-120C-5 AMRAAMs.

Pre-order pack includes CF-188A, 3000 Golden Eagles, 30 days premium account, and unique bonuses.

The Buk-M3 features 12 missiles in two launchers, tracking and hitting up to 12 targets simultaneously, and a launch range of up to 70 km.

Purchase the Mi-35M attack helicopter and A-5C strike aircraft at a 30% discount.

The Buk-M3 uses 9M317MA missiles with thrust vector control and a large warhead, capable of hitting targets with ease.

Three new Commonwealth Hornets added to the British tree: CF-188A, RAAF F/A-18A (Early), and RAAF F/A-18A (Late).

The technical issues with Custom Battles and Air Simulator Battles have been resolved, custom rooms can now be created again.

Sky Sabre can fire and track 16 missiles simultaneously, enhancing its threat level against aerial targets.

Sky Sabre, a new Multi-Vehicle SAM System for Great Britain at Rank VIII, featuring two launch vehicles and a radar vehicle.

Complete 8 stages to receive a non-tradable coupon for Mackensen, which can be upgraded to a tradable one.

Players must manually collect rewards after completing each stage by accessing the 'Black Hussar' section in-game.

Players can purchase incomplete stages for Golden Eagles with reduced prices based on mission points earned.

Sky Sabre utilizes a cold launch system, where gas pushes the missile out before the missile engine ignites.

Mackensen, a Rank VI battlecruiser for Germany, introduced as a reward in the Black Hussar event.

Earn various rewards including decals, ship flags, profile icons, and camouflage by completing event stages.

Sky Sabre introduces two types of missiles: CAMM with a range of 25 km and CAMM-ER with a range of 45 km.

The Sky Sabre features a newly added Radar Control Screen for tracking and firing at targets.

Mackensen is a new event vehicle battlecruiser for Germany at rank VI, featuring 350 mm main guns and good survivability.

Players can track their progress and rewards through the Achievements window in-game.

Participate in the Black Hussar event from September 4th to September 22nd to earn mission points and unlock rewards.

The Black Hussar naval event has started, allowing players to obtain the Mackensen battlecruiser.

A bug that allowed aircraft to remain mostly unharmed from forward fuselage impacts from large air-to-air missiles with warheads similar to or larger than the AIM-9 has been fixed.

Reworked buildings and added destructible objects in Poland, along with improved vegetation and landscape details.

A bug where the visual model showed the torpedoes being launched in the wrong order has been fixed.

Enhanced details and natural elements added to the Eastern Europe map, including reworked vegetation and urban architecture.

A bug on tanks with LWS that caused the laser irradiation notification on the compass to not disappear after the exposure had ended has been fixed.

Earn 10,000 mission points with US vehicles at rank III or higher to receive this profile icon.

Earn 3,000 mission points with Chinese vehicles at rank III or higher to receive this decal.

Celebrating the first flight anniversary of the Hawker Tempest with a special discount event.

30% discount on all premium vehicles at rank I-IV in the Chinese research trees.

Earn 10,000 mission points with Chinese vehicles at rank III or higher to receive this decoration.

The T58 features an oscillating turret with a 155 mm cannon, heavy armor, and mediocre mobility.

Includes a premium account for 15 days, 2000 Golden Eagles, and unique title and decal.

Earn 3,000 mission points with US vehicles at rank III or higher to receive this decal.

Celebrate the anniversary with themed decals, a decoration, and a player icon.

50% discount on starter packs for the USA, China, Great Britain, and the USSR in the Gaijin store.

Introducing the T58, a premium heavy tank for the USA at Rank V, available for pre-order with special bonuses.

The German Tempest Mk V is temporarily available at a 30% discount for 4970 Golden Eagles.

Detailed schedule of tasks from September 1st to September 30th, covering various historical battles.

Participate in historical battles from September 1st to September 30th, completing tasks for rewards.

Earn a unique player icon by completing all tasks during the event or purchase it for Golden Eagles until October 3rd.

Completing tasks grants various rewards including RP boosters, SL boosters, backups, and camouflages.

Tasks are available from 11:00 GMT until 11:30 GMT on the final day and can be completed in random battles except 'Assault' mode.

The Qing-6 will have access to a new bomb loadout including 250 kg incendiary bombs, alongside other familiar loadouts.

This issue occurred when using Dynamic Super Resolution (DSR).

The Qing-6 features five 23 mm autocannons in three turrets for defense against enemy fighters.

Includes USS Maryland (Rank VI, USA), 3000 Golden Eagles, Premium account for 30 days, unique 'Fighting Mary' title, and unique flag of Maryland.

The Qing-6 is equipped with upgraded Chinese-made turboprop engines, improving flight characteristics and reliability.

The Qing-6, a Chinese modification of the Soviet Be-6 flying boat, will be added as a premium bomber for China at Rank IV.

Includes HMS Nelson (Rank VI, Great Britain), 3000 Golden Eagles, Premium account for 30 days, unique 'Wonder of the Seas' title, and unique profile icon of Horatio Nelson.

The recharge mechanic worked correctly, only the display was incorrect when viewed through the gunner’s sight or binoculars.

Participate in the Red Army's first offensive operation against German forces.

A protective ring has been added around the turret ring to enhance protection.

The Tiger II (P) will receive a new visual model with geometry corrections, especially on the turret.

The armor will be updated to a more accurate volumetric model reflecting the tank's protective structure.

The cost of researching and purchasing Bluewater fleet ships at ranks I-VII has been altered, generally reduced.

Zimmerit, a cosmetic compound used for protection against magnetic mines, has been added to the hull and turret.

The actual tracks of the Tiger II (P) have been updated to a new model.

Improvements to the external model of the Tiger II (H) are planned for a future update.

The models of the internal modules have been reworked for more detail and accuracy.

The amount of research points needed to research vessels and unlock modifications has been altered.

Values for crew cost, Expert crew price, and modification prices in Silver Lions have been changed.

Cooldown after a successful scout increased to 12 seconds in Arcade Battles and 18 seconds in Realistic Battles when using a Scout UAV.

The description of the 'Air Strike' modification now includes information on how a launched Scout UAV influences the rate at which the required spawn points for an aircraft are reduced.

Players can now scout enemies using Scout UAVs without switching to a tank.

The Bf 109 T-2 is equipped with two machine guns and two 20 mm cannons, with options for bomb pylons.

A table with scouting awards in the message with the battle results now indicates whether the scouting was conducted when the Scout UAV was launched.

The Bf 109 T-2, a navalized variant of the Bf 109, is introduced as a new premium aircraft for Germany at Rank II.

The Bf 109 T-2 offers premium bonuses to help newer pilots progress more quickly.

A bug that sometimes caused the textures of some airfields to be overlapped by the underlying landscape has been fixed.

The Bf 109 T-2 features improved low speed handling, enhancing its performance for dogfighting.

A bug that caused one of the drop tanks to always display in X-ray view has been fixed.

Cooldown time remains at 6 seconds in both modes when no Scout UAV is operational.

Action in the panel grays out and a hint appears if the selected target exceeds the maximum scout range.

The Active scouting mechanic is now available on Scout UAVs.

A bug that still caused aircraft to jump on runways in some cases has been fixed.

There is now a 3 second delay when switching back to the ground vehicle after the player’s Scout UAV gets destroyed.

Reduction in spawn cost for each target destroyed by an ally scouted is halved when using a Scout UAV.

Scout range limited to 1,500 meters without a thermal imager and 3,000 meters with one for Scout UAVs.