Key Points on Improving at War Thunder

Introduction

• Discussion on common reasons players struggle with War Thunder.
• Not meant to criticize but to provide constructive feedback.
• Aimed at players who struggle and aim to improve.

Main Reasons Players Struggle

1. Poor Positioning

• Ground Battles (RB):
  • Avoid shooting unnecessarily; it reveals your position.
  • Avoid exposing tanks unnecessarily and running into open fields.
  • Be mindful of your own position and potential enemy positions to minimize risks.
• Air Battles:
  • Avoid staying low; gain altitude to avoid energy deficit against higher aircraft.
  • A 2-4° climb is better than flying level; most prop planes can handle 8-10° climbs comfortably.

2. Lack of Situational Awareness

• Ground Battles:
  • Avoid blocking allies who are attacking the enemy.
  • Be vigilant about enemy movements.
  • Increase enemy engine noise settings to better detect nearby enemies.
• Air Battles:
  • Regularly use the camera to check surroundings.
  • Prevent being ambushed by enemies from higher altitudes.

3. Jumping into Top Tier Too Early

• Buying top-tier vehicles without experience can lead to poor performance.
• High-tier matches involve faster gameplay and skilled players.
• Recommended to grind out high BR vehicles in the tech tree first.

4. Tunnel Vision and Teamwork

• Tunnel Vision:
  • Avoid focusing solely on a target while ignoring surrounding threats.
• Teamwork:
  • Prioritize helping allies and defending them against threats.
  • Assist in repairs during ground battles.

Philosophical Approach

• Find a personal playstyle that is enjoyable and effective.
• Avoid treating the game like work; focus on having fun and improving.

Conclusion

• The video encourages finding fun and effective ways to play.
• Improvement comes from practice and finding one's unique style.
• Highlight the humorous notion of using boosters as a final reason for struggling.