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Modern Warships is an online action game about contemporary military vehicles. Join now and detect the enemy with recon aircraft, launch volleys of guided missiles from cruisers, sneak up to surface vessels wit

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About Modern Warships

Modern Warships is a cross‑platform arcade action game that simulates present‑day and speculative naval combat. Players command a roster of over 200 ships, submarines, drones and aircraft, each behaving as described: surveillance planes locate foes, cruisers fire guided missiles, submarines approach stealthily, and jet fighters provide air cover. The title offers simple controls, online PvP and co‑op modes, a customization system for most vehicle components, and regular updates that add maps, vehicles, weapons, tournaments and events.

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Vehicle Variety

The game lists more than 200 ship and aircraft types, including carriers, submarines, drones, stealth fighters and strategic bombers.

Players can switch between different vehicle classes during a single battle, enabling combined sea‑and‑air tactics.

  • Swap vehicle classes mid‑battle to respond to changing enemy composition.
  • Use submarines for surprise approaches, as they are described as sneaking up on surface vessels.

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Customization System

A potent customization system lets players change and modify almost all components of ships and aircraft.

These modifications affect weapons, missiles and other equipment, allowing players to tailor performance.

  • Experiment with component swaps, such as missile upgrades, to see how vehicle behavior changes.
  • Consider balancing offensive and defensive components to keep overall vehicle stability.
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Multiplayer Modes

Modern Warships supports online PvP, co‑op and cross‑platform multiplayer, letting players on different devices compete or cooperate.

Full controller support, including DualShock and DualSense, is listed among the game’s features.

  • Join co‑op matches to coordinate attacks with teammates.
  • Track progress with Steam achievements that record multiplayer milestones.

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Dynamic Battlefield

Battles feature surveillance aircraft detecting enemies at distance, cruisers launching guided missile volleys, submarines sneaking up on surface vessels, and jet fighters providing air cover.

New battle maps are added regularly, providing varied environments.

  • Deploy surveillance aircraft early to locate enemy positions.
  • Combine missile launches with air cover to reduce exposure.

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Ongoing Content

The game receives frequent updates that introduce new maps, vehicles and weapons.

In‑game tournaments, events and other activities add fresh experiences and explore different aspects of modern naval and air combat.

  • Participate in tournaments to test skills against other players.
  • Check the event schedule for limited‑time activities.

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    Modern Warships FAQ

    Can I play Modern Warships on macOS?

    No. The official platform list includes Windows only; macOS and Linux are not supported.

    Is there a controller option for playing?

    Yes. The feature list includes full controller support, with DualShock and DualSense compatibility.

    Do I need to purchase anything to access multiplayer?

    Multiplayer is available in the free‑to‑play version; in‑app purchases are optional and do not block access.

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    Original editorial guidance. Game imagery and trailers are provided by the publisher through Steam. Media and reference links checked 2026-10-22. Game versions, supported platforms, and balance can change; consult the linked release notes for current details.