What a year 2017 has been, Italian and French aircraft, Rank VI, ERA/composite ground vehicles, a radical redirection with destroyers in Naval combat, smoke screens, the beginning of world war mode testing. Though this year isn't quite over yet, we look forward to moving into another battle filled year, full of content and additions.

It is a time to put on a silly hat, whistle Christmas carols, fill your table with a glorious seasonal feast and share some love with your family, Here at War Thunder, we send you our best wishes and love, you are the players that have kept us going, kept us on our toes and we are sure you will keep us going through 2018 and beyond.

Raise your glasses, give a cheer, here’s to everyone, may you and yours be safe, happy and fulfilled. Now dive into our Festive Quest and get some rare prizes.

Merry Christmas and a very happy New Year with all our best to you for 2018!

The presents have arrived. Check out your hangar.

From December 22nd, 15:00 GMT to December 25th, 07:00 GMT just win a couple of battles using any vehicle of rank III or higher* with at least 60% activity.

*You need to end a battle in a vehile of rank 3-5 of a respective type (ground or air) in order for the achievement to be counted.