War Thunder

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3.8

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 1908 Ratings

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  1. dralian
    Oct 28, 2013
    10
    Excellent game. Great visuals, sound, and gameplay.

    Extremely small learning curve mouse control is simple and straight-forward. You do not need a joystick. I played for hours before even trying the tutorials, which are really not necessary but they give you points for completion. It is helpful to modify your DPI settings depending on what type of plane you are flying (higher for    Excellent game. Great visuals, sound, and gameplay.

    Extremely small learning curve mouse control is simple and straight-forward. You do not need a joystick. I played for hours before even trying the tutorials, which are really not necessary but they give you points for completion. It is helpful to modify your DPI settings depending on what type of plane you are flying (higher for fighters, lower for bombers).

    I have not spent single penny and I am able to compete easily with other players at my level.

    The game is pretty historically accurate, which is why the "factions" (a.k.a. countries) are not perfectly balanced. That is part of the fun.

    I love other comments about dogfighting with bombers... they are bombers and are not designed for dogfighting. They are designed for bombing, hence the name. Bombers are great fun and extremely easy to aim/drop and destroy targets.

    All plan types are easy and fun fighters, heavy fighters, dive bombers, bombers, etc. If you spend a little time messing around with maneuvering your plane you will quickly learn how to handle yourself in a dogfight. I find it quite enjoyable inventing new maneuvers on the fly, and pulling of a ridiculous move to evade an enemy fighter.    … Expand
  2. Allions
    Aug 20, 2013
    10
    I think that's one of the best F2P game out there. Real Free to Play, absolutely no "Pay 2 Win" in War Thunder. If you pay, you just get levels a bit faster. No more.
    The game is just amazing: graphics, gameplay (divided between arcade, historical and real battles), longevity... everything is great. I played about 40 hours and still not annoied.
    They also plan to add ships and tanks    I think that's one of the best F2P game out there. Real Free to Play, absolutely no "Pay 2 Win" in War Thunder. If you pay, you just get levels a bit faster. No more.
    The game is just amazing: graphics, gameplay (divided between arcade, historical and real battles), longevity... everything is great. I played about 40 hours and still not annoied.
    They also plan to add ships and tanks controlled by players in single battles... if they will accomplish that... it will be the best WWII game ever.    … Expand
  3. Valgancar
    Aug 17, 2013
    10
    This is best simulation of World War II. Take your plane and prepare for best war simulator ever!yet better this game is simulator it MMo mode!!!!!!!!
  4. ViCEMAN
    Sep 2, 2013
    10
    This is exactly what I've been looking for a long time. After all I am a simulation gamer, but the arcade battles are great fun when you don't want to go actual simulation gaming (IL1946). There are enough variation in missions and environments. Flying and dogfighting between mountains is very intense and fun. Just don't play this dick in your forehead, have fun!
  5. ptrac2
    Oct 23, 2013
    10
    War Thunder is a very realistic and fun multiplayer game. I am constantly excited during the gameplay and the flying is amazing. The range of vehicles improves on the game so much. The game will never leave you bored with a large variety of goals to strive for. Overall I LOVE IT!
  6. Drlk02
    Jun 6, 2014
    10
    War Thunder is really good game, it isn't pay2win game. Many maps, planes and tanks, rly good optimized, beautifiul graphics. This is best simulation of World War II
  7. Fritz69
    Aug 30, 2013
    10
    For me... The most fun I have hade playing multiplayer since BF2!! Takes a little time to become familiar with the menu and how it all works, but this should not stop someone who like this type of games...
  8. KillerGunner123
    Aug 21, 2013
    10
    Great game still a beta so they are still fixing bugs and adding new things. If you like World War II games this game is for you. War thunder has great visuals and sounds and the planes are realistic.
  9. DrAdorable
    Aug 27, 2013
    10
    One of my new favorite war plane games, and my favorite WWII based game. There is no pay to win; there is only pay for a new experience. From the great joy of downing your first enemy, to the bitter taste of being shot down in your favorite plane, War Thunder will always reward.
  10. Hotfighter
    Oct 19, 2013
    10
    War Thunder Gaijin Entertainment. 2009 War Thunder World of Planes. 2011 World of Planes War Thunder, World of Planes World of Planes War Thunder. 2012 года.

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    После War Thunder War Thunder сражаться.

    Но War Thunder PvE, PVP-режимов. War Thunder.     … Expand
  11. rasken
    Dec 14, 2013
    10
    A great product that does not have today in the marketplace, which could provide comparable quality, relevance and optimization of the game engine. Keep it up.
  12. trollmster5556q
    Dec 20, 2013
    10
    Nice game. Very easy to start playing and find a plane for comfortable game. You start with a biplanes and you can get some other planes fast. You can make setup that best fits your game style without spending a lot of time or money.
  13. Xqutr
    Dec 20, 2013
    10
    Good physics and graphics. It all works with fine optimisation.
    Not like world of tanks, which give zero graphics and zero physics and demands ultra-high-end computer for that crap
  14. SmitingEvil
    Dec 20, 2013
    10
    Excellent game, that will include 3 forces: air, ground and naval, fighting with each other on one map. Great graphics, sound, gameplay. Have 3 levels of difficulty: from arcade to simulator. This amazing game already have air forces, but tanks will come out soon. Also this game is free to play.
  15. alexneverlate
    Dec 20, 2013
    10
    Warthunder is a "dream game" for anyone who likes the ww2 aviaton but is not serious enough to be a pro-vurtual pilot. Its easy, simple yet deep to play, has a 100 gameplay variations with single and multiplayer options. Plus... its free and there is no pay-to-win. (those who say otherwise are quite dumb andor havent played the game). I especially like the "realistic battle" setting. ^^Warthunder is a "dream game" for anyone who likes the ww2 aviaton but is not serious enough to be a pro-vurtual pilot. Its easy, simple yet deep to play, has a 100 gameplay variations with single and multiplayer options. Plus... its free and there is no pay-to-win. (those who say otherwise are quite dumb andor havent played the game). I especially like the "realistic battle" setting. ^^ Higly recommended… Expand
  16. Octu
    Dec 20, 2013
    10
    I think, the main feature of the game is rather detailed phisical model wich generate various interesting situation.
    War Thunder isn't the most easy game I've been played. But if you spent some time to acquaint with it You won't regret.
  17. Gared
    Dec 20, 2013
    10
    The best session MMO and the easiest way to learn how to fly, with getting small history lesson. After WarThunder flying school, you would not have any trouble with some hardcore sim, like BoS, or DCS.
  18. Mrbi9man
    Aug 2, 2015
    10
    There are no other game like this one! One of the best session MMO games and best WWII themed game! Different modes for everyone, different game options... like dualshock -go grab and play, like serious sim games - welcome to the sim battles! every platform for everyone!
  19. miguezc24
    Dec 29, 2013
    10
    Hello,

    I have seen a lot of negative reviews. In my understanding it was due: - Old reviews (before game was polished) - WWII freaks complaining about plane X was designed to work against plane Y and it doesn't work in the same way in the game. - People complaining about this is a pay to win videogame Absolutely false! These people are suc*kers. I can guarantee I have finished    Hello,

    I have seen a lot of negative reviews. In my understanding it was due:

    - Old reviews (before game was polished)
    - WWII freaks complaining about plane X was designed to work against plane Y and it doesn't work in the same way in the game.
    - People complaining about this is a pay to win videogame Absolutely false! These people are suc*kers. I can guarantee I have finished first or second a lot of times and I have not spent a single euro.

    Now... What we have in War Thunder:

    - Impressive graphics (And I don't have NASA computer).
    - Best dogfighting EVER and with that I mean memorable and sometimes absolutely epic fights between other players
    - Plane parts enhancements
    - Crew enhancements (G-force tolerance, vitality, visibility, etc...)
    - A ton of planes
    - Best mouse aim system in years
    - Even in "arcade" mode, quite realistic behavior

    Closure comments: Plz, give it a try. I cannot say about realistic and simulation modes (joystick needed) coz I haven't played them but the "arcade" mode is THE FUNNIEST THING IN AGES!

    MUST PLAY! IT'S FREE! GIVE IT A TRY!    … Expand
  20. ViperShift
    Jul 22, 2014
    10
    This is a free to die game and verry expensive to win, about 200€ to start. However is the verry best flight simulator of WW II in multiplayer on-line (MMO) mode.
  21. TheDireWolf
    Jul 3, 2014
    10
    This game has been plagued by people complaining about the economy and research system because "it used to be better". However, if you look at the game ignoring how it used to be, it is fantastic. Great graphics, a huge number of vehicles to play with and customize, loads of beautiful maps and a dynamic, exciting battles. Many people also complain that the game is pay to win yet I findThis game has been plagued by people complaining about the economy and research system because "it used to be better". However, if you look at the game ignoring how it used to be, it is fantastic. Great graphics, a huge number of vehicles to play with and customize, loads of beautiful maps and a dynamic, exciting battles. Many people also complain that the game is pay to win yet I find once you get a decent amount of experience and build up your skill it gets easier and easier to progress. I can't wait to see how the game will turn out to be when finished.… Expand
  22. XxMcFlyxX
    Jul 27, 2014
    10
    I have played a lot of flight simulators and this one is the best. I can't wait to see how this game pans out after oculus rift comes out.

    I like to point out that people cry about how this game matches you up with higher tier planes/tanks (VERY RARELY), they don't understand that this game takes in BATTLERANKS of the vehicle, not the HARDCODED tier. This prevents players from using    I have played a lot of flight simulators and this one is the best. I can't wait to see how this game pans out after oculus rift comes out.

    I like to point out that people cry about how this game matches you up with higher tier planes/tanks (VERY RARELY), they don't understand that this game takes in BATTLERANKS of the vehicle, not the HARDCODED tier. This prevents players from using highest planes in Tier X vs the lowest planes in Tier X which helps balance significantly.

    Another thing I want to address is that there are also people crying about how a specific faction's guns are a bit weaker. Ex. 3 Cannons Japs vs 4 Cannons Fw190. Despite historical accuracy, this is a great balancing decision. Using the above example. Fw190 is an energy fighter which requires a complete different style to fly (aka boom and zoom), which means that the window of triggering is only a fraction of a second. On the other hand, Jap Zeros are turn fighters which means they will have more time on target, therefore slightly less fire power to even out the playing field.

    I rarely give games 10s but I think this game deserves every single score of mine. Developers are CONSTANTLY adding more features and new vehicles with World War Mode coming soon (Don't quote me). It is a mode where everyone fight in different threaters of wars which influences each other (i think, not many details are out).

    Keep up the GREAT work Gajin!!!

    Note: This game is by all means NOT a P2W, Strict battle rank system ensures you will rarely be out guned because panzer 2 vs Tiger 2. Progression is VERY reasonable.    … Expand
  23. Cyberex8775
    Aug 5, 2014
    10
    One of my favourite games ever! Played for a few years and never got bored. Best free simulator ever!!!!!!! Those guys with low reviews are just trolls or suck at gaming. Not a pay to win, and balanced planes!
  24. kokolas2000
    Aug 16, 2014
    10
    The best game i have ever play because it has got very good graphics and gameplay !I think that this is the best simulation game that it discovered ! So try it and u will play lots of hours and u will catch yourself get stucked with it!Play for ever !Have fun ansd keep safe lalalalalalalalalalala!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    ps:Nick(in warthunder:nickolas.zaf)!ha
  25. Bagelsofdeath
    Mar 16, 2015
    10
    People complained about the cut scenes in the campaign, this is an easy fix. Don't play campaign. If you don't like the cut scenes then just play multiplier, at first your going to find everything difficult, trust me with practice and a little effort, you can fly these planes like a champ. I found War thunder to my funnest personal retreat from my insulting "friends" and obnoxious habits.
  26. angeliux77
    Apr 8, 2015
    10
    Muy buen juego en la tematica y variedad de juego desde el arcade hasta el simulador,eltener en tierra aire y ambos es muy bueno los graficos y la simulacion.
  27. Anitrex
    May 9, 2015
    10
    Switched from World of Tanks to War Thunder when they added tanks to the game. Best decision i ever made in my gaming life. Just give this one a try if you like World of Tanks. I assure you tank combat in War Thunder is 10x better. The progression system is a bit confusing at the start but once you figure it out you'll be hooked to your computer screen hours on end.
  28. Tvink_DeSeRtoda
    Aug 29, 2015
    10
    Отличная игрушка, перечислять её плюсы много бесконечно! всем советую поиграть в неё. Разработчики молодцы!
  29. Maurise
    Oct 22, 2015
    10
    I think, that is an epic game. You can choose so many of aircrafts and fight with them, that i give it 10 out of 10. The graphic is super and the sounds too. In the most airplanes you can get into a detailed cockpit. The best is, that you can choose that realistic mode you want to fly and there are so more thinks in the game you can do. The feeling of your first jetfly for that you spend aI think, that is an epic game. You can choose so many of aircrafts and fight with them, that i give it 10 out of 10. The graphic is super and the sounds too. In the most airplanes you can get into a detailed cockpit. The best is, that you can choose that realistic mode you want to fly and there are so more thinks in the game you can do. The feeling of your first jetfly for that you spend a lot of time and kills is so great, you want more and more. And the air mode is so much better than in other games like world of planes. To the tank mode i can not speak so good. There are thinks that in my mind not so good like air, like fairness of spawn points and other. But the artillery fire, you can order, and the air events, you can get for kills, make the game more exciting. Who want not to kill the guy that you kill before with an one thousand kg bomb on his face?

    Conclusion: A game you can play for long time, where to get a top tier vehicle in round about 2 month, if you play 2 hours per day and don't pay, money realistic is.( i get it in these time my first jet)
    So, if you want a fly-simulator game for nothing and against real players in the World War Two, is that what you like play.

    Ps. Sorry for my bad english skills, but im a child and learn the language at school, so put your inside grammar-natz* away and enjoy the day, where you read these kind of poo. :)    … Expand
  30. Daniel0745
    Jan 30, 2016
    10
    I have been playing this game since Oct 2015. I have greatly enjoyed my time and have encouraged everyone I know that games to pick it up. The beginning when you are trying to figure out what to update and research can be confusing so I would advise checking out the youtube videos gaijen puts out that explains a lot of the early need to know info.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

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  2. Mixed: 1 out of 8
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  1. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Jan 25, 2017
    87
    One of the cornerstones of War Thunder is that player’s skill is more important than his wallet. Premium vehicles offer no combat advantages, there is no “microtransaction-only” ammo or consumables, so no amount of cash will buy you a spot on the top of the food chain. [Issue#216, p.56]
  2. GRYOnline.pl
    Jan 13, 2017
    75
    The official launch of War Thunder reminded me why I like this game so much. It's adorably chaotic - in contrast to the reliably designed World of Tanks. That's why it can be really fun and frustrating at the same time. There's tons of great vehicles (and the planes are superb!) and a difficult simulation mode, but there are also balance and technical issues.
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  3. CalmDownTom
    Aug 14, 2014
    90
    Overall the War Thunder tank battles are great even at this early stage.
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