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Gaijin Entertainment · Gaijin Network Ltd
Aug 7, 2023 · 37mo ago

Update 2.27.2.15 (BR changes)

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Update 2.27.2.15 focuses on Battle Rating adjustments, extensive map layout refinements to prevent spawn camping, and changes to ground rolling resistance.

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Buffs3

  • Eastern EuropeAdded natural cover to allow players to move between points while protected from long-range shots.Added
  • VietnamPoint A:Drained a swamp at point A, making the ground more easily passable.swampdrained
  • Ground VehiclesTracks/Wheels:Rolling resistance on steppes and meadows has been significantly reduced, improving acceleration and top speed.Reduced

Nerfs1

  • Ground VehiclesWheeled Vehicles:Rolling resistance on weak ground types like untouched snow and sand dunes has been increased for wheeled vehicles.Increased

Bug fixes2

  • El-AlameinSB missions:Fixed the 'forbidden zone' problem for SB missions.
  • Seversk-13Removed police cars that left invisible collision models, which previously caused shells to arm prematurely.invisibleRemoved

Other changes14

  • El-AlameinUnfairly effective positions on mountaintops have been removed to improve balance.Removed
  • Aral SeaFixed the asymmetry of spawn zones to ensure fair starts for both teams.asymmetricsymmetric
  • Iberian CastleRemoved a house that granted an unfair advantage to one of the teams.presentRemoved
  • NormandyRemoved the ability to shell spawn zones from the edges of the play area.possibleRemoved
  • Alaska TownClosed entrances to the mountain forest to prevent spawn zones from being shelled.openClosed
  • Ground ZeroClosed entrances to the mountain forest to prevent spawn zones from being shelled.openClosed
  • Maginot LineRemoved the ability to shell spawn zones from the edges of the play area.possibleRemoved
  • StalingradRemoved the ability to shell spawn zones from the edges of the play area.possibleRemoved
  • Sun CityCity blocks and architecture have been reworked to a more modern style.Modern
  • Eastern EuropeRemoved the ability to shell spawn zones.possibleRemoved
  • VietnamImproved the minimap and increased background contrast for better visibility.
  • Jungle
    • Closed paths leading out of the play area that allowed players to control the location without retaliation.openClosed
    • Corrected tree colors and reduced the amount of small greenery.Reduced
  • Smoke MechanicsSmoke:Returned to the mechanic where vehicles do not disappear while inside smoke, improving visibility consistency.disappearvisible

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Patch history

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  1. Update 2.57.1.103Aug 20, 2026 · 1d

    General bug fixes across War Thunder addressing desynchronization, radar locking, repair, hit registration, and ship/ground vehicle interactions; plus event duration extensions and a spawn bug fix for B-52H.

  2. Update 2.57.1.98Aug 19, 2026 · 2d

    Patch 2.57.1.98 introduces numerous structural and operational changes across Aircraft, Ground Vehicles, Nuclear Escalation content, and convoy mechanics, including new anti-radiation missiles, updated carrier aircraft roles, and extensive ground battle logistics and convoy behaviours.

  3. Update 2.57.1.81Aug 11, 2026 · 1w

    A number of bug fixes across Aircraft, Naval Vessels, Interface, Graphics and Controls improve weapon detonation logic, turret alignment, indicator accuracy, Mac graphics, and UAV test drive interactions.

    +6
  4. Update 2.57.1.70Aug 6, 2026 · 2w

    Ground Vehicles and Graphics tweaks: Scimitar Mk.2 mass reduction, removals, new optics, ATGM autopilot tweaks, and two fixed UI/RT shadows/Ansel interface issues.

    +2
  5. Update 2.57.1.67Aug 4, 2026 · 2w

    Bug fixes across interface, locations, missions, and sound reduce UI glitches, map/mission visuals, and audio levels.

  6. Update 2.57.1.60Aug 1, 2026 · 3w

    Sound-related fixes: Ju 87 siren sound artifact bug fixed and overall stability with sound mods improved.

  7. Update 2.57.1.58Jul 30, 2026 · 3w

    Update 2.57.1.58 focuses on bug fixes for aircraft countermeasures, ground vehicle missile stowage, and various interface issues in replays and screenshots.

    +1
  8. Update 2.57.1.50Jul 28, 2026 · 3w

    Update 2.57.1.50 focuses on bug fixes for aircraft and ground vehicles, interface improvements, and specific adjustments to the Nuclear Escalation event.

    +21

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