Tank simulations are popular not only in Germany. Especially in Eastern Europe and Asia, the titles excite buyers. No wonder that the experts for the game are found rather east of Berlin.
The Polish online magazine gry-online.pl now places the top dog World of Tanks alongside War Thunder. This was provoked by the recently released Ground Forces update, which made an attack on the rival’s territory. Gry-Online now presents both titles side by side in tank combat. We summarize the magazine’s comparison for you.
Differences in Damage Model and Authenticity of Tanks
The main difference of War Thunder compared to WoT is the different damage model. In War Thunder, players are forced to aim precisely at the enemy’s damage zones. This also means that no damage is inflicted if a already destroyed part is hit again.
Although World of Tanks also has damage zones and it is possible to hit weak spots, the game is generally more random and predictable. 5 hits with the 76 mm cannon mean the certain destruction of a specific enemy tank. No matter where they hit. This is not the case in War Thunder. Gry-Online rates this more as a draw.
The magazine sees advantages in the authenticity of the individual tank models. World of Tanks had to make some compromises for historical reasons and at times used prototypes or vehicles that never came out of the planning stage. In War Thunder, there are advanced tank models that are based on the battles fought. Advantage: War Thunder.
New Features, Gameplay and Match-Making
War Thunder is also seen as leading in the complicated subject of matchmaking. It decides which tanks ultimately encounter each other on the battlefield.
In the actual gameplay, World of Tanks appears rather as an arcade game with an emphasis on action. War Thunder, on the other hand, places greater value on realism and positional combat. Since the game is still in beta and thus in its early stages, it offers fewer game modes in comparison; a similar point applies to the physics, which at this time are not always flawless. Here, World of Tanks is somewhat more mature after 4 years on the market.
Both games have a number of features and goodies planned for the future. World of Tanks is planning the introduction of clan wars. The highly anticipated feature of War Thunder lies in mixed ground and air combat. In addition, the game is easier for modders to access.
War Thunder as a True Alternative
In conclusion, the magazine recommends World of Tanks to all players who prefer a “Rambo” approach and want direct and fast action. War Thunder, on the other hand, is more for strategists who prefer a war where “every bullet” counts. In any case, War Thunder is a serious competitor to World of Tanks.
With enough time, one should spare oneself the decision and simply play both. After all, you can never have enough tanks!
Curious? If you want to try one of the two tank games for free, just follow the links that take you to the respective game: World of Tanks and War Thunder.
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