War Thunder
War Thunder is the most comprehensive free-to-play, cross-platform, MMO military game dedicated to aviation, armoured vehicles, and naval craft, from the early 20th century to the most advanced modern combat units. Join now and take part in major battles on land, in the air, and at sea.
Release DateAug 15, 2013
Metacritic81
Achievements91 items
PlatformsWindows / macOS / Linux
DeveloperGaijin Entertainment
📖 Wiki Guides
Quick Start Guide
Getting Started in Three Steps
- First, check the official information summary: Confirm the release status, available platforms, and pricing to avoid buying the wrong version.
- Compare system requirements: Use the minimum / recommended specifications to confirm whether your device can run it smoothly.
- Familiarize yourself with the basic loop: Go through the tutorials and core operations first, then consider deeper gameplay.
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| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Genre Tags | Action, Massively Multiplayer, Simulation, Free To Play |
| Supported Platforms | Windows / macOS / Linux |
| Controller Support | Full controller support (Steam marks as full) |
| Official Languages | English, German, French… |
| Store Pricing | Free |
| Difficulty | High |
| Session Length | 30-60 minutes |
💻 System Requirements
Windows Minimum
- OS: Windows 10 (64bit)
- Processor: Dual-Core 2.2 GHz
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: DirectX 11 level video card: AMD Radeon 77XX / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660. The minimum supported resolution for the game is 720p.
- DirectX: Version 11
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 70 GB available space
- VR Support: SteamVR. Keyboard or gamepad required
Windows Recommended
- OS: Windows 10/11 (64bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i5 or Ryzen 5 3600 or better
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: DirectX 11 level video card or higher and drivers: Nvidia GeForce 1060 and higher, Radeon RX 570 and higher
- DirectX: Version 12
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 95 GB available space
macOS Minimum
- OS: Catalina 10.15
- Processor: Core i5, minimum 2.2GHz (Intel Xeon is not supported)
- Memory: 6 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel Iris Pro 5200 (Mac), or analog from AMD/Nvidia for Mac. Minimum supported resolution for the game is 720p with Metal support
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 70 GB available space
Linux Minimum
- OS: Most modern 64bit Linux distributions
- Processor: Dual-Core 2.4 GHz
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA 660 with latest proprietary drivers (not older than 6 months) / similar AMD with latest proprietary drivers (not older than 6 months; the minimum supported resolution for the game is 720p) with Vulkan support.
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 70 GB available space
🏆 Achievements
91 items
Kraken
Hooked
Air-to-Air
Ground-to-Air
Air-to-Ground
Ground-to-Ground
Ultimate
Ninja
At one blow
Treasure Hunter