Nuclear Thunder!
Nuclear Thunder event introduces the legendary B-52H and Tu-95M strategic bombers as permanent rewards alongside the debut of Anti-Radiation Missiles (ARMs).
Key Changes
- 1B-52H added as a permanent Rank VI reward for the USA
- 2Tu-95M added as a permanent Rank VI reward for the USSR
- 3Introduction of Anti-Radiation Missiles (AGM-88A, Kh-58U, Kh-25MPU)
- 4New Tropical Coast map featuring massive scale and diverse biomes
- 5New ECM systems for strategic bombers providing immunity to radar missiles
- 6Escalation Level system for deploying tactical and strategic nuclear weapons
- 7FAB-9000 added as the largest bomb in the game for the Tu-95M
- 8B-52H features the largest payload capacity in the game
- 9AI-controlled Patriot and S-300P long-range SAM systems added to frontline
- 10New Mk.117 AIR assault bombs introduced for the B-52H
All Changes
✈️Aircraft(9)
- newB-52H: Added as a permanent Rank VI event vehicle with 8 engines, thermal imaging, and a 20mm Vulcan defensive turret.
- newTu-95M: Added as a permanent Rank VI event vehicle featuring the FAB-9000 bomb and 23mm cannon turrets.
- newA-10A Early: Available by default for US players during the event.
- newA-6E TRAM: Available by default for US players; equipped with AGM-88A ARMs.
- newF-4E: Available by default for US players; can carry B61 thermonuclear bombs (5kt and 30kt).
- newA-7E: Available by default for US players; equipped with AGM-88A ARMs and B61 bombs.
- newMiG-23MLD: Available by default for USSR players during the event.
- newSu-24M: Available by default for USSR players; equipped with Kh-58U ARMs and RN-40 30kt nuclear bombs.
- newSu-25T: Available by default for USSR players; equipped with Kh-25MPU ARMs.
🚀Weapons(7)
- newAGM-88A HARM: New American anti-radiation missile with a maximum launch range of 150 km.
- newKh-58U: New Soviet anti-radiation missile with a maximum launch range of 120 km.
- newKh-25MPU: New Soviet anti-radiation missile with a maximum launch range of 40 km.
- newB28: New 1.45 megaton nuclear bomb for the B-52H.
- newRDS-37: New 1.6 megaton nuclear bomb for the Tu-95M.
- newFAB-9000: Largest conventional bomb in the game added for the Tu-95M.
- newMk.117 AIR: New assault bombs added to the B-52H arsenal.
🗺️Maps(1)
- newTropical Coast: New massive location inspired by Central America featuring jungles, mountains, and large-scale airbases.
⚙️Gameplay Systems(4)
- newEscalation Levels: New three-tier battle progression system unlocking increasingly powerful nuclear weapons based on team losses.
- newECM Systems: Strategic bombers now feature noise and deception jamming, preventing radar-homing missile locks.
- newPatriot / S-300P: Added AI-controlled long-range air defense systems that can intercept both aircraft and munitions.
- newM270 / Smerch MLRS: Added AI-controlled mobile rocket artillery that can be destroyed to aid ground forces.
🎁Event Rewards(4)
- newB-52H: Earned by completing 5 stages for the USA side.
- newTu-95M: Earned by completing 5 stages for the USSR side.
- newDecals: Available for completing 1 and 3 stages for the USA side.
- newLoading Screen / Profile Background: Available for completing 2 and 4 stages for the USSR side.
Summary
Nuclear Thunder Event
From April 1st to April 13th, players can participate in the 'Nuclear Thunder' event to permanently unlock the B-52H (USA) and Tu-95M (USSR) for their respective research trees. The event features a new escalation mechanic where players progress through three levels of conflict, starting with conventional weapons and culminating in the deployment of strategic nuclear bombers with megaton-yield payloads.
New Weaponry: Anti-Radiation Missiles (ARMs)
This update introduces ARMs designed to target and destroy enemy radar sources, specifically medium and long-range anti-aircraft systems. These missiles include the American AGM-88A HARM and the Soviet Kh-58U and Kh-25MPU. During the event, these missiles feature simplified guidance to ensure higher hit rates against SAM and SPAA units.
Strategic Bombers & ECM
The B-52H and Tu-95M arrive as Rank VI event vehicles. The B-52H features the largest payload in the game and a 20mm Vulcan defensive turret, while the Tu-95M carries the massive FAB-9000 bomb. Both aircraft are equipped with advanced ECM (Electronic Countermeasures) that provide noise and deception jamming, making them immune to radar-homing missiles.
New Map: Tropical Coast
A massive new location inspired by Central America, featuring diverse biomes from snow-capped mountains to tropical jungles. The map is designed for large-scale frontline operations involving supply lines, depots, and long-range tactical missile systems like the Patriot, S-300P, and M270 MLRS.