Available nowSky Odyssey · Sep 16Vehicle combatMMOSimulation

War Thunder

Tanks, planes and ships. One battlefield.

© Gaijin Entertainment

About

A free combat game where tanks, aircraft and warships from a century of military history fight in the same battles. Research new vehicles, pick your nation and play arcade or full simulation.

Our verdict

8.3

Deep, loud, demanding.

Huge vehicle roster and real depth, but the grind slows down once you climb the higher ranks.

  • Depth9.5
  • New-player friendly6.5
  • Fair to free players8

What you get free Every vehicle in the research trees can be unlocked by playing, without paying.

Skip it if you want quick matches with no learning curve.

By Teo Marlow · based on official information and player reception

Features

  • 01Tanks, planes and ships
  • 02Huge vehicle roster
  • 03Arcade to full sim
  • 04PvP and co-op

Gallery

Official trailer · © Gaijin Entertainment
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FAQ

Is War Thunder free to play?

Yes, on Windows and Mac.

What platforms is War Thunder available on?

Windows and Mac, plus consoles.

Is War Thunder worth playing?

Our verdict: 8.3/10 — Deep, loud, demanding.

Can my PC run it?

It starts on a GTX 660; a GTX 1060 runs it comfortably. About 70 GB.

Ready to play?

War Thunder is free on PC.

Play War Thunder free

Free · Windows & Mac · 70 GB · official launcher

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