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Gaijin Entertainment recently opened the Dev Server for War Thunder’s next major update called Spearhead, giving players a deep dive into what’s to come. The server went live on October 24, 2025 (16:00 - 17:00 GMT), and will remain live till November 7, 2025 (07:00 GMT).Let's take a look at the new content you can expect from the War Thunder Spearhead update.New things to expect in War Thunder’s Spearhead updateSpearhead is a major update to War Thunder, introducing new ground and air combat additions, along with more map content. Here are all the features revealed so far by Gaijin Entertainment:New vehicles:Gaijin Entertainment is introducing multiple new vehicles for you to add to your arsenal with the Spearhead update:Aerial vehicles:1) Hawk 200: A versatile British aircraft, known for its agility in combat.The Hawk is the newly added fast and efficient British aircraft (Image via Gaijin Entertainment)At a glance:Sea Eagle Missiles!AGM-65 Mavericks for CASManeuverable lightweight multirole aircraftRWR and countermeasures!Wide range of ordinance options2) Fokker D.XXIII: A historic marvel of Dutch prototype aviation technology.The Fokker is an old-school Dutch fighter prototype (Image via Gaijin Entertainment)At a glance:Powerful 13.2 mm machine guns!A pair of push and pull propsGood maneuverabilityGround vehicles:1) Jaguar EBRC: A modern French light assault and reconnaissance tank.The Jaguar is an agile armored reconnaissance tank whose smaller size gives it more versatility (Image via Gaijin Entertainment)At a glance:40 mm cannon with a rate of fire of 200 rounds per minuteAkeron MP ATGM with a tandem warheadMaximum speed of 100 km/hLarge in size, making it easy to hit2) Chieftain 900: A hefty British tank that offers superior mobility and firepower.This powerhouse British tank is agile and carries a variety of firepower (Image via Gaijin Entertainment)At a glance:900 HP engine, providing better mobility120 mm L11A5 gun that fires APFSDS, APDS, and HESH roundsArmor similar to the Chieftain Mk 5’s, but with metal-cladding on topAddition of a Laser rangefinderHelicopters:1) AH-56 Cheyenne: An extremely capable squadron helicopter with advanced weaponry.The AH-56 Cheyenne is the first compound helicopter in the game (Image via Gaijin Entertainment)At a glance:The first compound helicopter in War Thunder!Three propellersGood top speed and maneuverabilityLimited armament: rockets and TOW missilesRequires propeller pitch controlWar Thunder: Map adjustmentsReworked StalingradThe geometry and map of Stalingrad remain the same as before but have received significant graphical improvement (Image via Gaijin Entertainment)Significant adjustments have been made to Stalingrad's look and feel. Players who enjoy ground battles will notice a complete graphical overhaul of the map. However, the gameplay remains the same as before.While the visuals have changed, Stalingrad's geometry remains almost unchanged, allowing players to navigate familiar terrain.The reworked Stalingrad is the only map available for ground battles during the Dev Server phase. This allows players to thoroughly test the changes and provide valuable feedback to the developers.How the Dev Server works in War ThunderIf you are new to War Thunder’s Dev Server system, here’s how it works:The server uses a copy of your most recent account.Whatever progress you make in the Dev Server doesn't move on to the live one. This means that all Research Points (RP), Silver Lions, and achievements you earn in the Dev Server will not carry over to the live server.Whatever in-game currency you have spent in the Dev Server does not affect your live server currency. However, whatever you purchase through the Dev Server store will carry over to your live server account.Active bonusesX5 RP and Silver Lion earnings50% cost reduction of vehiclesRP conversion using Golden Eagles is cheaper by 50%These bonuses are set in place to help testers experience the Dev Server more efficiently with an increased progression rate.Also Read: Is War Thunder still worth it in 2025?Issues related to the Dev ServerAs with every other test server, this Dev Server contains multiple bugs and unfinished assets. Most issues are related to missing textures, cockpit designs, and armor models. Some of the aircraft are affected by missing damage models and effects. In some cases, sound effects and interface icons are also absent.The MB-326K is erroneously listed as a premium vehicle, but this is expected to be corrected when the Spearhead update goes live.Spearhead promises to be a major update for War Thunder, introducing new vehicles and improved graphics. If you're eager to explore its features, be sure to check out the Dev Server notes.While there is no official release date yet, the live version of Spearhead is anticipated to launch soon.Check out our other MMO guides and features here:Who is Ono Kensho in Duet Night Abyss? Japanese VA's previous works exploredRV There Yet: Antidote and EpiPen guideHow to get Bear Spray in RV There YetBest Barbarian leveling build in Diablo 4 Season 10Fellowship: All Ascensions and Curses, explained
