In War Thunder, the CH-8 is placed at rank II of the Japanese naval research tree and can be researched after the slightly more powerful Kusentei No.13 Type which is equipped with a large 80mm cannon and has a larger displacement and crew. Why? Because the CH-8 carries a record number of depth bombs for its rank - up to 18,160 kg worth of the Type 95! At the same time, bomb weapons can be enhanced - among the researchable modifications, you will find bomb mortars which will add four more bombs that “jump out” on the sides. The CH-8 sports relatively weak weaponry - the main calibre is represented by a pair of 40 mm cannons, and there are a few 25 mm anti-aircraft guns; that's all. This combination makes the CH-8 a role-specific, but interesting battleship.

Depth bombs, while at times difficult to use, are a powerful weapon for ships to take advantage of. The CH-8 is a great chance to master this weapon and will allow one to learn how to use it effectively in battle. The only thing that the Japanese bomb carrier is missing is speed - CH-8 doesn’t go faster than 20 knots, so it will not be able to show tactical initiative against other small ships and boats. However, the large size and relatively large crew allow the CH-8 to withstand short chases, causing the enemy to stumble upon the bombs that it drops.