Gaijin Entertainment has released update 2.59.0.62 for War Thunder, bringing a series of technical refinements and gameplay additions to the PC, PlayStation, and Xbox versions of the game. This update focuses heavily on audio immersion and stability, while also expanding the tactical scope of the Air Superiority game mode.
Audio and Crew Enhancements
A primary focus of this patch is the refinement of cockpit audio mechanics. Players piloting aircraft and helicopters will notice that rushing airflow now effectively drowns out engine and missile sounds, providing a more realistic auditory experience during high-speed maneuvers. Additionally, the developers have updated the sound profile for the Harimau, replacing its previous engine audio with a more accurate sound effect. For players operating Indonesian ground vehicles, the update introduces a dedicated voice-over set, further enhancing the localization and immersion for those specific units.
Gameplay and Technical Fixes
Beyond audio, the update introduces new strategic layers to the Air Superiority mode. Bombing bases have been added to several maps, including Britain, Kursk, Malta, Mozdok, Stalingrad (Winter), Vietnam, and Smolensk. This change forces players to balance air-to-air combat with ground-attack objectives, potentially shifting the flow of these matches. On the technical side, the update addresses several long-standing issues that impacted visual fidelity and client stability.
- Cockpit Audio: Rushing airflow now drowns out engine and missile sounds.
- Crew Localization: New voice-over added for Indonesian ground vehicle crews.
- Harimau Sound: Engine audio replaced with a better fitting sound.
- Air Superiority: Bombing bases added to Britain, Kursk, Malta, Mozdok, Stalingrad (Winter), Vietnam, and Smolensk.
- Naval Visuals: Fixed incorrect display of ship gun foam and spray effects.
- Client Stability: Fixed a possible cause of client freeze when using Alt+Tab.
The following table summarizes the key technical improvements implemented in this release:
| Feature Category | Improvement Description |
|---|---|
| Audio | Updated cockpit airflow mechanics and Harimau engine sounds |
| Localization | Added Indonesian ground vehicle crew voice-overs |
| Gameplay | Added bombing bases to seven Air Superiority maps |
| Stability | Resolved Alt+Tab client freeze issue |
| Visuals | Corrected ship gun foam and spray effects |
These changes are now live across all supported platforms. Players should ensure their game client is updated to the latest version to access these features and stability improvements.
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