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Welcome to preliminary update notes for War Thunder "Direct Hit" Update.

Please note all specifications and dev server details are subject to change and NOT FINAL.

Known Bugs:

New vehicles may have inaccuracies in characteristics, armour and weaponry settings.


The armour model for new ground vehicles is “work in progress” for adjustment and improvement.


Some new aircraft lack c*ckpits.


Some ground vehicles lack a visible crew.


There may be a lack of localization for some equipment.


No sound played for some events.


Some aircraft may have inaccu

The Dev Server will be opening today featuring the new War Thunder "
Direct Hit
" Major Update!

You can download the Dev Client here.

> From 15:00 GMT, August 28

> To 07:00 GMT, August 30

For technical reasons, the dev server may close immediately at any time

before the indicated time!

The Dev Server may close an any time

so please make the most out of the opening window!

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Premilitary Notes can be found here

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Known bugs:

New vehicles may have inaccuracies in characteristics, armor and wea

Planned economy changes implemented.


Purchase cost for ground vehicles and aviation have been reduced (see the full table).


Research and modification costs have been reduced (see the full table).

Changes in research trees:

Ground vehicles:

M16 MGMC and M15A1 CGMC — Switched places.


Dicker Max and 8,8 cm Flak 37 Sfl. — Switched places.


PT-76B — Moved to rank III.


SU-85 and SU-85M — Grouped and placed after the group with SU-152 / ISU-152.


Object 906 — Moved to rank V.


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Planned economy changes implemented.


Purchase cost for ground vehicles and aviation have been reduced (see the full table).


Research and modification costs have been reduced (see the full table).

Changes in research trees:

Ground vehicles:

M16 MGMC and M15A1 CGMC — Switched places.


Dicker Max and 8,8 cm Flak 37 Sfl. — Switched places.


PT-76B — Moved to rank III.


SU-85 and SU-85M — Grouped and placed after the group with SU-152 / ISU-152.


Object 906 — Moved to rank V.


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On August 12, the Day of the Aerospace Forces of the Russian Federation is celebrated, being one of the leaders in the number of aircraft in the world and capable of solving any tactical task given to them. The famous aerobatic demonstration teams, the "Russian Knights" and the "Swifts" are one of the few who pilot heavy combat fighters such as Su-30SM and MiG-29.

Until 07:00 GMT on the 16th of August.

Participate in 3 battles using Soviet aircraft of rank II or higher (with an in-game activity of at least 60%) to receive one o

To open the Battle Rating changes list in a new tab, click here!

If you think we should make some additional changes or do not agree with listed changes, please support your suggestions with arguments!

We read all your feedback, so it can take some time to approve your post. Please be sure to stay on topic.

Thanks!

To open the Battle Rating changes list in a new tab, click here!

If you think we should make some additional changes or do not agree with listed changes, please support your suggestions with arguments!

We read all your feedback, so it can take some time to approve your post. Please be sure to stay on topic.

> To discuss about the BR changes <

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Pages of History: We'll Make Our Own Apache


Round Study: The Ikv 91


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In this episode:

Pages of History: The Tragic Bombing of Copenhagen;


Special: The New Ground Map;


Metal Beasts: The All-Seeing Soviet Fighter.

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Introducing the next major update teaser for War Thunder - 'Red Skies'!

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France was responsible for A LOT of unconventional tank designs created in the first half of the XXth century. Tanks with oscillating turrets, 70 ton medium tanks, heavies with very thin armour. In short, many bold choices, and the French engineers couldn’t always solve all the problems that arose during development. The saddest tale among them all was the tale of the French heavy tanks.

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The 38.M Toldi IIA light tank is a representative of European war-time tanks. Hungarian vehicles are rare guests in War Thunder!

38.M Toldi IIA, Light Tank, Italy, I rank. Premium vehicle.

After defeat in World War I, Hungary, like Germany, was prohibited from having its own army and armoured vehicles. However, like Germany, this ban didn’t hold Hungary back for long. After purchasing small batches of Italian and German tanks, the Hungarian government announced its intention to select a foreign tank design to be deployed at domestic facilities. As a result

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In the “Encounter” missions, two AI controlled transport ships have been replaced with an Emden light cruiser and an Admiral Hipper heavy cruiser. The maximum mission time has also been changed from 35 to 25 minutes.

Discuss it here!

The current provided changelog reflects the major changes within the game as part of this Update. Some updates, additions and fixes may not be listed in the provided notes. War Thunder is constantly improving and specific fixes may be implemented without the client being updated.

In the “Encounter” missions, two AI controlled transport ships have been replaced with an Emden light cruiser and an Admiral Hipper heavy cruiser. The maximum mission time has also been changed from 35 to 25 minutes.

The current provided changelog reflects the major changes within the game as part of this Update. Some updates, additions and fixes may not be listed in the provided notes. War Thunder is constantly improving and specific fixes may be implemented without the client being updated.

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

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Pages of History: Air Ramming Champion;


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Metal Beasts: the Soviet Schwalbe.

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Hey folks! You are watching Thunder Show - redesigned and redefined!

We will no longer limit you and ourselves to strict categories, yeah, we got rid of them! Now we’ll feature only the best videos of the week. You can find our new and simplified terms of participation at the end of this episode.

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Small update: The damage mechanics been added for aircraft rockets, missiles and bombs.

A legendary combat helicopter designed to be used in high-threat environments and even behind enemy lines! Today, we're looking at the Apache.

Previously

The Centurion family

The Panther Family

The KV Family

The Panzerkampfwagen Family

The Abrams Family

The Patton Familly

The Mi-24 Family

The Chieftain Family

The Stuart Family

The Cobra Family

The M60 Family

The Tiger Family

The Sherman Famil