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A Decal, Decoration, the Object 140 and Discounts on Soviet Vehicles!
When German troops began their offensive against Russia in early 1918, the Bolsheviks, who had come to power as a result of the October Revolution, declared mobilization. The new armed forces were named the “Workers’ an…
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Ho-Ni II: Devastating Power
Meet this Japanese self-propelled gun based on the Chi-Ha tank with a 105 mm howitzer, becoming a new and interesting vehicle for the Japanese lower ranks. Ho-Ni II: A Tank Destroyer (SPG) for Japan at Rank I At a glanc…
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Workhorse: F-16A Block 5
Meet the main reward in the Workhorse vehicle event! This is an early variant of the F-16A multirole fighter of the Royal Netherlands Air Force. This is the first time we’ve had an F-16 variant as an event vehicle, so i…
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Pre-Order: GBT 155: Frankenstein’s HE Slinger
Meet the GBT 155, featuring a 155 mm howitzer mounted onto a Vickers chassis, coming to the game as a premium in the next major update. GBT 155: A Premium Tank Destroyer (SPG) for Great Britain at Rank IV At a glance:15…
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It’s fixed! №113
Today, we’ve rounded up and will be covering some of the bug fixes and improvements that we’ve made to the game today and over the past few weeks. If you’d like to catch up on every fixed bug, then be sure to check out…
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The WTCS Pro League Major I is Here: Register Now For The Qualification Stage!
Register Now for the Qualification Stage The War Thunder Championships Series (WTCS) kicks off now. The first Major of the season is the 4v4 Mixed Realistic Battles (with markers). Whether you are an experienced pilot o…
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The Horseshoe Pouch!
2026 is the Year of the Horse, and every horse, even a fiery one, needs horseshoes! When harnessing your trusty steed, don’t forget to take a horseshoe pouch with you, keeping your precious belongings safe. The “ Horses…
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Update 2.53.0.92
Aircraft A bug where, if there were a large number of threats on the RWR, important threats could be given lower priority than less important ones and would not be displayed on the indicator has been fixed. More dangero…
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Celebrate the Lunar New Year with a Decal, a Decoration, and Discounts!
Lunar New Year is an ancient holiday and one of the most important in Eastern countries. Fireworks, gifts, and a festive atmosphere await you in War Thunder. We’re celebrating the Year of the Fire Horse! Get the “Red Fi…
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Community Update No.10: Starting The Year Off!
Hey everyone! Welcome to the first Community Update of 2026, where we’re going to be talking about what’s coming as well as some other bits and bobs. So sit back, grab your favourite snack and read on! Disclaimer: While…
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The BO 105 CB-2 is Temporarily Discounted for its First Flight Anniversary!
The maiden flight of the light twin-engine Bo 105 helicopter took place on February 16th 1967 at the Messerschmitt-Bölkow-Blohm airfield in Ottobrunn near Munich. The prototype took to the air with a new hingeless four-…
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Screenshot Competition – Iron Giants!
Welcome to the 211th War Thunder Steam Screenshot Competition! We enjoyed looking through all of your screenshots from last week! This time, we’re highlighting the largest and heaviest machines found in battles. Whether…
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Update 2.53.0.87
Aircraft Mosquito F.Mk.II — a bug that caused the aircraft to turn too far to the left during takeoff has been fixed. (Report). Buccaneer (all variants), Javelin F.(A.W.) Mk.9 — the 3rd person camera view has been moved…
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Get the Dutch F-16A in the Workhorse Event!
The Year of the Horse is approaching, and to celebrate, we’re offering you a true workhorse of Western air forces: the ever-popular F-16A fighter in its Dutch configuration. And along with it, the emblems of two Royal N…
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Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Decals and the Return of a Rare Tank!
Celebrating Valentine’s Day on February 14th is a charming tradition dating back to the Middle Ages. Valentine cards, flowers, and chocolates became symbols of the day in the 19th and 20th centuries. War Thunder has its…
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Monthly Decals for February!
Hey everyone! February marks one full year of historical decals returning! As of this event we’ve added 60 new decals, along with returning 60 decals from previous events, so newer players have a chance to collect them…
