War Thunder’s 2.57.0.35 patch changes Nuclear Escalation and cuts two maps from rotation
The Red team's Buk-M3 was replaced with an S-300, while Sweden and Alaska Town were taken out of Ground Battles because of tree collision issues.
Gaijin Entertainment posted War Thunder Update 2.57.0.35 on July 3, 2026, and this patch keeps things focused on two practical changes. It adjusts the ongoing Nuclear Escalation event and temporarily removes two Ground Battles maps while collision problems are worked through.
It follows the recent 2.57.0.30 patch, which landed on July 1, 2026 and also touched Nuclear Escalation alongside aircraft handling changes.
War Thunder Update 2.57.0.35 Patch Notes
This update centers on one event adjustment and a temporary map rotation change.
- The “Red” team’s Buk-M3 air defense system has been replaced with the S-300 air defense system.
- Sweden and Alaska Town — These locations have been temporarily removed from the Ground Battles rotation due to issues with tree collisions.
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War Thunder
Developed by Gaijin Entertainment
War Thunder is the most comprehensive free-to-play, cross-platform, MMO military game dedicated to aviation, armored vehicles, and naval craft, from the early 20th century to the most advanced modern combat units. Join now and take part in major battles on land, in the air, and at sea.
- Genre: Shooter, Simulator, Tactical
- Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Mac, Xbox One
- Modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Massively Multiplayer Online (MMO)
- Release: 2013-01-28
- Publisher: Gaijin Entertainment
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Age Rating:
PEGI 12 / USK 12 / CERO B / ACB PG / GRAC 12+ / ESRB T
- IGDB Rating: 74.2/100
