War Thunder relies heavily on server-side architecture. Crucial data—such as player positions, currency balances, vehicle damage, and shell trajectories—is calculated on Gaijin Entertainment’s secure servers, not on your home computer.

Ultimately, the decision to avoid cheating comes down to understanding what makes War Thunder special in the first place. The game’s appeal lies in its realism—ballistics, armor angles, historical accuracy, and the genuine challenge of out-thinking and out-flying real opponents. Cheating fundamentally undermines this experience, not just for others but for yourself.