Open your mission file (BLK) in notepad or other software for editing text files 2. This will lower their distribution of firepower to two targets, whereas the flanking force and main force can still concentrate their firepower on just one enemy force. Players can share created content with each other on the LIVE portal and . One or two spawn depending on vehicle type. As such, many conventional tank tactics such as the hull-down position and terrain exploitation (such as hills) are complicated by the lacking gun depression. While i was browsing over the mission titles i thought it would be kind of cool to have some single missions for GF also. Some missions just have you following simple way points to help with your maneuverability, those are the missions which are really easy and can be done on the hardest difficulty. Starters: While the armoured car option is extremely fast on roads compared to tanks and more viable for mobility, the expense is extremely thin armour that allows even rifle-calibre (7mm) machine gun rounds to penetrate it at the right conditions. Flanking is one of the main tactic that must be recognized by everyone. However, this also means that against enemies that are more focused to a specific trait, the American tanks would do poorly in regards. Different levels, different challenges etc. By Rank IV, the firepower and armour of the medium tanks start to wane in the presence of the stronger heavy tanks such as the IS-2 and Tiger II. All trademarks, logos and brand names are the property of their respective owners. Ambush the T-34 on its sides, it is less sloped than the front armour. If you do get one or, want to set up your tank controls or aircraft controls on your DS4, you are welcome to PM and add me as a friend in PSN. Outside of the written guide here, there are several YouTube tutorials provided by War Thunder to further enhance your experience, as listed here: Beyond those videos, here are some details to consider when playing in a match. #2 Some of them you can't even finish due to physics changes with some of the updates. All trademarks, logos and brand names are the property of their respective owners. There is no way that you are too stupid for aircraft! The controls command "Tank: short stop" (no keybind by default), when pressed and held, will stabilize and progressively slow down the tank to a stop. Congratulations! However, different design aspects on these tanks lead to different doctrines within the same class. Sniping is also an option with them because the guns fire at relatively high velocities. It finally hit me that this tickled my old MechWarrior nostalgia something fierce and their singleplayer campaigns. Going up to the enemy increases the risk of their gun being able to penetrate certain weak points on your frontal armour or even get a tank onto your sides and penetrate your weaker side armour. All trademarks, logos and brand names are the property of their respective owners. Most objectives in the game rely on the capture and control of strategic points, with the game mode being called "Conquest" or "Domination" depending on the number of capture points available. These are weak spots and are much weaker than the frontal hull. Due to their low altitude of attack, equipped bombs should be set on delay to avoid the bomb blast and shrapnel on the ground from affecting the aircraft. Defend La Gleize with your Pz.Kpfw. Pick up some speed from a short distance, make sure to narrowly drive past the tank (don't drive into it! These are divided into three categories: Mobility, Protection, and Firepower. Tech Tree trends: Use the terrain for cover and concealment under foliage, rubble, hills, buildings, and the such. I was already thinking of some missions which occurred in the second world war and are known for being big tank battles: Or perhaps the battle of La Gleize with Kampfgruppe Peiper? By Rank II however, all of Britain's anti-air crew compartments are decently protected from enemy fire that can allow for closer protection of the fighting groups. Even in Rank IV, which features improved tank armour as seen in the T-44 and IS-2 tanks, the stronger enemy guns could make short work of the hull, and even the weaker ones could penetrate through the turret. Tank destroyers for Germany also split into two design philosophies. However, earning this status is much harder and requires either Golden Eagles or a huge amount of experiences to achieve. Tanks are relatively new to the game so. Arguably one of the least looked at part of tank upgrades, crew skills can play a big role in the firepower and mobility of a tank. You might have to do them in order to unlock the next ones, but I can't rightly remember been ages since I did them. With the addition of lowering the enemy's attention to one target, the flanking force also had the benefit of being able to get to one of the tank's main weaknesses, their side armour. chevron_left chevron_right Recently added51View all2,156 Log into view your list of favourite games. I'm loving every minute of it. Upgrading tanks comes down to two factors, unlocking modifications for the modules and training the crew. If coordinated, this would force the enemy to engage in two different directions, the front where the main force would be, and the sides where the flanking force is. At Rank V, battle rating 8.0, Italy finally stands back up and starts getting tanks that feel more unique, featuring the infamous wheeled tank Centauro and the medium main battle tank OF-40. By They are only normally available to play in specific game modes / special events, tutorials, or in user made missions. The player will have to take part in tank battles, but it is possible to fly a plane, helicopter, or take the fight on the water. Another important half of Italian tank tree revolves around wheeled armoured cars. Also, German flak should be added as protection against those fighter-bombers. *DJMerlinX, January 9, 2016 in PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 Discussion. Anti-air capabilities exponentially rise by Rank V-VI with the M163 and M247 providing heavy fire onto target. Tech Tree trends: Armour is enhanced little by little with each version of the Panzer III and IV, but the enemy cannons could also deal with this armour easily as well so they are simply proof against earlier enemies. Most German vehicles at this early stage are quite quick due to their light weight and engine power. Driver view, is sometime useful to peek below obstacles. Tech Tree trends: Early Italian tanks have good emphasis on firepower, sub-par armour, but are quite lacking in mobility. This gives them an advantage in Realistic battle mode. For more details on the game modes for tanks, click here! So, fast tanks like the Cromwell are working alongside heavily armoured ones such as the Churchill tanks. Most American tank destroyers rely on mobility to benefit their firepower and definitely have armour considerations last, so careful positioning is always important to preserve the tank destroyer's efforts on the battlefield. Tank destroyers are a specialized type of vehicle meant to well, destroy tanks. These tank destroyers rely on moving to areas in a very short amount of time to set up flanking ambushes against the incoming enemy. Scenario of the test missions. In tank warfare, flanking is absolutely essential to gain an upper hand over the enemy. homeWar Thunder Mods Collections Media Community Support Mods Mods Games Images Videos Users search Log inRegister videogame_assetMy games When logged in, you can choose up to 12 games that will be displayed as favourites in this menu. For more details on ammo type, see, It should be pointed out that when choosing a vehicle to load into a battle, not every tank in the game is optimal for every situation. Going up the tech tree to Rank II and III, the German tanks begin catching up dramatically in firepower, with armour improving as well. Espaol - Latinoamrica (Spanish - Latin America). Should you wish for more excitement in your gameplay, there are other modes to try out with their own perks! Crew information can be reached on the left drop-right menu on the screen with the middle button for the selected crew (under "Vehicle Information" and above the "Favourite Achievements" button). Don't waste your money and/or time until that "feature" is removed/fixed. Yes, i know that game. With practice, practically all Light and Medium tanks and many Heavy tanks can be put back on their tracks on the first try. Rank IV introduces some of the more popular French tanks of the game such as the Lorraines and the AMX tank series. As part of the offensive, your team must break through to the capture zone, while destroying the forces of the defending AI opponents which have anti-tank cannons and ground vehicles. Tank Training Mission - War Thunder.This is a video featuring the tank training mission where players learn the controls and basics of the tank and how to fi.. Whether the enemy spots you or not, this tank will be able to get . Also remember that every vehicle have a different battle ranking and stats card in different game modes. Remember to slope your armour by angling the hull so the enemy would never get a straight shot onto your armour. Jack-of-all-trades, master of none. The SPG line, which has generally mobile tank destroyers usually with little armour, which makes them good for taking positions and firing from afar. War Thunderis an online game about tanks, planes, helicopters, and ships with simulation elements. While looking through the Binoculars, the Gunner can be ordered to aim where you are looking, by left-clicking. The American tanks' good mobility allows them to take on advantageous position against enemy routes, with their firepower allowing them to penetrate foes with ease. You've been warned. Well first off, you get experience in more ways than one. Join now and take part in major battles on land, in the air, and at sea. Before starting up the first tank match, it is recommended for all players to play the tutorial section in-game to be familiarized with the tank controls and damage mechanics of the game. Their heavy armour allows them to absorb enemy fire, their size makes them bullet magnet to take fire intended for your weaker teammates, and more often than not you have a very powerful gun able to destroy the opposing forces. Valve Corporation. Register now and play for free: http://warthunder.com/play4free?r=You. Knowing the tank's mobility power can allow for more complicated manoeuvres in rough terrain like steep hills and river-bogged areas to get around predictable road routes that may have enemy in sight. However, repairs to critical modules such as the gun, turret, transmission, and engine would be impossible away from a captured point without the Parts modification. The usage of the cruiser tanks enable the British to have some of the fastest introductory tanks available in the game, second to USSR's BT tanks. To add to this, the Type 90 also has one of the highest penetrating sabot round in the game, meaning while the journey to the top may be hard, it could be quite rewarding with a potent vehicle and a huge reserve of game skills. Firepower upgrades turret characteristics, accuracy, and unlocks new ammunition to be used. Any tank can play this tactic really, its just two factors that matters the most now, how many tanks your team has and the penetration value on your gun. Most of these maps have configurations for all three air game modes (Arcade, Realistic, and Simulator). Peek out the other side of the cover or reposition for a better chance at survival. Finish by either waiting for the replacement gunner to come in and take him out as well or flank the T-34 during this opportunity and fire at its weaker side armour at the driver's compartment in front. Anti-aircraft vehicles for the French are quite lacking, with only a few available vehicles in this role. Create custom battles to challenge you and your friends by going up against all odds or devastating the enemy! When you must move into an area that an enemy tank is aiming at, remember to pre-angle your armour and aim your weapon to do as much damage as you can with your first shot. Some of these maps are re-used to form the air battles area of tank maps. The Anti-Aircraft line, oriented to the destruction of aircraft, but that has some fun vehicles like the OTO R3 T20 FA-HS and the OTOMATIC at the end of the tree. War Thunder is the most comprehensive free-to-play, cross-platform, MMO military game dedicated to aviation, armoured vehicles, from the early 20th century to the most advanced modern combat units. How to create a basic singleplayer mission, Changing the fuel amount for player's plane, Instructions for Using the Mission Editor, https://wiki.warthunder.com/index.php?title=Singleplayer_mission_creation_basics&oldid=126531, Choose other settings - time of a day, weather, mission type in, To move or rotate your unit select the unit, then press. All trademarks, logos and brand names are the property of their respective owners. At this point, start playing the medium tanks akin to the light tanks, taking cover and popping out occasionally to fire before repositioning or get on the enemy's flanks. Now, multiplayer WT is something I'll be coming to daily for as long as I can foresee, but now I feel a hankering for singleplayer campaigns with story and so on. All this is capped off by the introduction of newer tanks like the infamous "Panther" and "Tiger tanks" in Rank III and IV. Attention: To test and play user missions you should have the unit that is used in mission bought. While ranks are important for progression, they are not the deciding factor on what types of battles you enter. Choosing a nation. This is especially important if artillery is incoming onto the location; as exposure to this attack is detrimental to anyone's health, movement to another firing location will make the incoming rain of explosions miss your vehicle. Most importantly, the Binoculars view position is from the Commander point of view, which is nearly always higher than the Gunner view ("Sniper mode" in the controls option), allowing you to scan and spot above obstacles and hills without exposing more than your cupola. Contents Official trailer You could play as Michael Wittman in Villeirs Bocage, or Ernst Barkmann in St.Lo, or participate as a Tiger against the Soviet counter attack at Kursk. Medium tanks begin to dominate the Soviet playstyle by Rank VI as the introduction of main battle tanks such as the T-64 and T-80B set the score up at the top. By Rank VI, the British revolve around the Chieftain and Challenger tanks for their duties, with the assisting Warrior for recon tasks. Go to Mission Settings mission Singleplayer params 2. These maps are (under normal circumstances) only available in Air Arcade Battles. Because even if one side manages to knock out more total tanks than the enemy, if the enemy retains the capture points, they will win by draining the ticket counter. Capt_Avatar, April 6, 2015 in Ground Forces Discussion. There are a wide variety of missions to choose from but you have to gain levels to unlock more missions by playing competitively. By Rank VI though, tank destroyers primarily focus on missile launching systems. While still firing solid-shot, the cannon can penetrate most, if not all, of its peers' armour. This page was last edited on 6 April 2022, at 22:26. Make good usage of your mobility and small size to move from cover to cover, peeking out occasionally to fire at the enemy. The short stop is the best way to survive an unexpected duel. They are larger than Arcade maps, generally being between 64 km x 64 km and 131 km x 131 km, with a couple of exceptions. Equipped with rapid-firing autocannons or machine guns, you are to lead the enemy plane right into your firing field to knock them out of the sky. I was already thinking of some missions which occurred in the second world war and are known for being big tank battles: - Battle of Brody - El Alamein - Battle of Kursk - Operation Goodwood - Battle of the Bulge Or perhaps the battle of La Gleize with Kampfgruppe Peiper? There are other things to consider about the German tree besides those fancy Tiger tanks in Rank III-IV, hold your horses. However, at the end of Rank II, the Chi-Nu vehicle begins to solve the firepower issue with a larger and more powerful 75 mm gun. Though APCR ammunition may have a large amount of penetration potential up close, they are poor at long-range fighting, against non-flat armour plates, and have negligible post-penetration damage. I have tried to add a poll . Second battle of El Alamein (Ground Forces), https://wiki.warthunder.com/index.php?title=Category:Maps_and_missions&oldid=159777. If you are able to exploit not only your tank's firepower, but also the environment, the enemy may never be able to accurately pinpoint your location and you will be able to pick them off one-by-one. The one thing that stay unique for most early Italian tanks is their upgraded high-normalization APHE shell, which gives them upper hand at longer ranges compared to other factions that use similar APHE shell, although at point-blank range these shells aren't any better than normal ones. The impact can be quite noticeable once put into a match. There is a lot of things to learn about War Thunder, so much so that all other tips are placed here! This way, you can minimize the sloping effectiveness of the tank, as the armour facing towards you is less sloped if you can see it in a near 90 degree angle. Parts This is due to otherwise being unable to repair critical modules on the battlefield. Vehicles are then linked via an arrow branching from one vehicle to the next. Without further ado, here's a general "doctrine" on how each tank type are to perform on the battlefield. There is a preset for the joystick set up with War Thunder, however, I have never tried it (and judging by the default tank controls) it may not be up to speed to be competitive with the cross platform market. These tank destroyers, with examples like the Jagdpanzer IV, SU-85, and Semoventes, are distinguished by a fully enclosed fighting compartment with a gun mounted fixed to the front on a flexible mount. However, the armour in these tanks is often the bare minimum, and sometimes even thinner especially on the sides. This develops into the concepts of "uptier" and "downtier" as coined by the community, where "uptier" would be placing the 2.3 line-up in a 2.3-3.3 match, while a "downtier" would be in a 1.3-2.3 match. Don't fire from the same place more than twice as it will let the enemy take aim at your position. As the ranks go up however, the armour becomes much thicker, as seen going from the StuG series of tank destroyers to the Jagdtiger. This is further divided into groups separated by a value of 1.0, so matches would consist of vehicles in the 1.3-2.3, 1.7-2.7, 2.0-3.0 and 2.3-3.3 vehicles. They are accessible in a menu on the right side of the Hangar user interface, under the "Events & Tournaments" tab. Every encounter with an enemy, like in most player-versus-player games, is a test of wits and initiative. The British all have a very high damage output with their large, rapid-fire guns. Starter tanks for Germany are characterized by high mobility, decent firepower, and dubious armour protection. Localizations are saved in CSV format (separator - ;) in the same folder with necessary prefix usr_. If your team needs to quickly capture the "A" point to avoid a loss, you want a fast-moving vehicle to get there quickly to stop the "ticket bleed". Some of these vehicles can be destroyed even by fighters. The first thing encountered upon joining a match is a vehicle and ammo selection screen, with vehicle selection done atop and ammunition done in the center. Single Player Tank Missions? These descriptions will cover the first impressions of each country and the trends in tank characteristics as a player progresses in the tech tree. Highly doubt it but there are great single player tank missions in the live mission warthunder forum site #5 TimeNinja Sep 12, 2017 @ 11:47am You can set up custom battles (i think thats what i used) that use tanks and AI for all the other players. + Ground Mission are more specific than the AF-ones (intercept, patrol, bomb) based on the sky scene. Powered by Invision Community, History, outdoor recreation, hunting, fishing, baseball. Planes, Tanks, Model building, hanging round with friends. Progression is restricted by two factors in the tech tree, vehicle unlock criteria per rank and vehicle branch connection. 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