Gaijin Entertainment has officially released the Sky Odyssey major update for War Thunder, bringing significant changes to the game across PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms. This update focuses on both technical adjustments to vehicle combat and quality-of-life improvements for long-term players managing large rosters of military hardware.

Combat and Technical Adjustments

One of the most notable changes in this release is the complete overhaul of the damage model for bombers. This adjustment fundamentally changes how these aircraft interact with incoming fire, directly impacting their survivability in high-altitude engagements. Additionally, the update introduces a brand-new map specifically designed for Ground Battles, providing fresh terrain for armored combat encounters.

The update also addresses player feedback regarding roster management. The maximum number of vehicle presets has been increased to 25, allowing users to organize their lineups with greater flexibility. This change is particularly useful for players who maintain diverse vehicle rosters across multiple nations, including the newly expanded options for Greece, India, and Indonesia.

Permanent Mode Access and Event Updates

Beyond vehicle and map changes, the developers have transitioned several previously limited-time game modes into permanent status. This ensures that players have consistent access to these modes without waiting for rotating event schedules. Furthermore, for those participating in the ongoing Space Program event, the achievement completion time has been officially extended by 12 hours, providing a wider window for players to secure their rewards.

  • The Sky Odyssey update introduces a new map for Ground Battles.
  • The maximum number of vehicle presets has been increased to 25.
  • Specific game modes have been transitioned to permanent status.
  • The damage model for bombers has been overhauled.
  • The achievement completion time for the Space Program event has been extended by 12 hours.

These changes are now active for all players. Users should ensure their game client is updated to the latest version to access these new features and the expanded preset capacity. The shift toward permanent game modes and the increased preset limit represent a clear effort to streamline the user experience for those managing extensive vehicle collections.