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About World of Warplanes
World of Warplanes drops players into large‑scale aerial combat set in the Golden Age of military aviation. Battles consist of two teams of twelve pilots, where quick reactions and coordinated effort decide which side dominates the sky.
The title features five distinct aircraft classes drawn from seven national line‑ups, each customizable with weapons, engines, equipment and consumables. Matches unfold over original maps that echo real‑world landscape types.
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Aircraft Classes
Five separate aircraft categories are offered, each with its own design philosophy, typical role and in‑game behaviour. The classes guide how a plane performs in the twelve‑versus‑twelve encounters.
Understanding a class’s strengths and limits helps pilots choose tactics that suit the situation, whether focusing on dogfighting, high‑altitude interception or ground‑support duties.
- Try each class in a practice match to feel its handling differences.
- Observe how teammates employ various classes to cover multiple combat roles.
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National Rosters
Players may select aircraft belonging to one of seven nations: the USSR, Germany, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, China or Japan. Each nation supplies its own set of models.
Choosing a nation determines the visual design and historical background of the aircraft while keeping gameplay balanced across the same twelve‑versus‑twelve matches.
- Experiment with different nations to experience the full variety of aircraft silhouettes.
- Mix nations in a squad to diversify visual cues.
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Plane Customisation
Every aircraft can be modified using a selection of weapons, propulsion upgrades, auxiliary equipment and consumable items. These options let pilots tailor a plane to personal tactics or specific match demands.
Loadout changes affect attributes such as speed, firepower, durability and special functions, enabling pilots to specialise a plane for aggressive or defensive play.
- Balance firepower upgrades with engine improvements to keep handling manageable.
- Test consumables in a low‑stakes match before relying on them.
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Battlefields
Combat takes place over a collection of visually striking locations. While the maps are original creations, each is inspired by a type of real‑world landscape found across the globe.
Different map layouts create distinct flight paths, altitude opportunities and choke points, prompting teams to adapt their approach to the terrain presented.
- Spend a few minutes observing the map before engaging to locate high‑ground spots.
- Coordinate with allies to secure strategic zones early in the round.
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Match Format
The core mode pits two squads of twelve pilots against each other in an online player‑versus‑player setting. Victory is achieved by dominating the aerial space through individual skill and team coordination.
Matches run continuously, offering an ongoing series of engagements where pilots can progress their virtual careers as pilots.
- Maintain clear communication about target priorities to improve team focus.
- Watch the flow of the battle to know when to push forward or fall back.
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