War Thunder is a free-to-play, cross-platform, military MMO that blends aerial, ground, and naval combat into one giant battlefield. Unlike arcade shooters, it offers a unique mix of realism and accessibility—you can fly planes, drive tanks, or command warships from WWII to modern-day conflicts.

Whether you want fast-paced dogfights, tank battles with tactical positioning, or methodical naval duels, War Thunder has a mode for you.

War Thunder offers different experiences depending on how “realistic” you want your battles to be:

🔹 Arcade Battles (AB) – Fast, fun, and forgiving. Great for beginners. Planes handle easily, tanks reload faster, and markers show enemies.

🔹 Realistic Battles (RB) – A step up in difficulty. More realistic physics, limited ammo, and no enemy markers (except spotting). Perfect balance for most players.

🔹 Simulator Battles (SB) – The most authentic experience: full cockpit view, realistic controls, and teamwork-heavy gameplay. Best suited for veterans.

1. Pick One Nation to Focus On

🔹 Don’t spread your progress too thin. Each nation has unique strengths (Germany: strong tanks, USSR: versatile, USA: balanced, Britain: good aircraft, etc.).

🔹 Choose a nation that fits your playstyle.

2. Learn the Basics

🔹 For tanks: Always angle your armor, avoid rushing into the open, and aim for weak spots (ammo racks, engines, crew).

🔹 For planes: Energy management is key! Don’t just turn endlessly—use altitude, speed, and positioning.

3. Use Backups and Free Repairs Wisely

🔹 Early on, Silver Lions (SL) can be scarce. Try not to waste all your money repairing vehicles you don’t use much.

4. Play Events & Daily Tasks

🔹 They give boosters, currency, and free vehicles—great for faster progression.

🔹 Research Points (RP): Unlocks new vehicles. Earned from playing battles.

🔹 Silver Lions (SL): In-game currency for repairs, ammo, and crew training.

🔹 Golden Eagles (GE): Premium currency (can be bought or earned occasionally). Used for premium vehicles, account time, and speeding up progression.

Pro Tip: Premium accounts and premium vehicles speed things up, but you can still progress well without spending money—just be consistent.

🔹 Don’t Rush Tiers: Jumping too quickly into high-tier gameplay can be frustrating (and expensive). Master each tier first.

🔹 Crew Skills Matter: Upgrade repair speed, vitality, and targeting early on.

🔹 Know Weak Spots: Learn where to shoot different tanks—knowledge beats firepower.

🔹 Squad Up: Playing with friends boosts RP/SL income and makes teamwork far more effective.

🔹 Keybinds Save Lives: Customize controls for quick actions (smoke launchers, engine off, gun targeting).

🔹 Germany 🇩🇪 – Strong tanks (Tigers, Leopards), great cannons, but weaker armor at higher tiers.

🔹 USSR 🇷🇺 – Heavy armor, powerful guns, but less accurate at range. Excellent brawlers.

🔹 USA 🇺🇸 – Versatile lineup; great at combined arms. Planes are strong, tanks balanced.

🔹 Britain 🇬🇧 – Excellent aircraft, strong APFSDS rounds in modern tanks, but weaker armor.

🔹 Japan 🇯🇵 – Agile planes, but fragile. Tanks are niche, but late-tier is solid.

🔹 Italy 🇮🇹 – Fast vehicles, glass cannons. Air force is underrated but fun.

🔹 France 🇫🇷 – Unique playstyle, powerful late-game tanks, but awkward early progression.

🔹 China 🇨🇳 – A mix of Soviet and American equipment. Hybrid playstyle.

🔹 Sweden 🇸🇪 – Excellent AA, strong lineups in mid-to-high tiers. Good jets.

War Thunder is huge—don’t try to master everything at once. Focus on one nation, learn maps, and improve step by step. The game rewards knowledge and patience more than raw reflexes.

Stick with it, and soon you’ll be flying top-tier jets or rolling out with modern MBTs like a pro.


I hope this review has been helpful.