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Steam announcementView the game on SifterAugust 24, 2026

Update 2.0: New Interface

Hello everyone!

Welcome to the long-awaited major Update 2.0! We’ve done a massive amount of work, reworked key game elements, and packed in tons of powerful content to take your battles to a whole new level.

What’s new:

  • New Aviation: A-10 and Su-27.
  • New Fleet: Varyag and USS Barry.
  • New Air Defense Systems: THAAD, HQ-9, Skynex, FlaRakRad.
  • New Ballistics: FP-9 and Zircon.
  • New Munitions & Weapons: FAB-500 and new air-to-air missiles.
  • New Mechanics: Aircraft fuel mechanics and save system for game modes.
  • UI/UX: Complete overhaul of the entire interface.
  • Optimization & Fixes: Bug fixes, performance optimization, and much more.

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