War Thunder beginner's guide: the best tier 1 planes

War Thunder's aviation game takes minutes to learn, but a lifetime (not literally, so please don't try) to master. With some tutorials under your belt and time spent picking off ground targets and dabbling in dogfights, you'll quickly find that every plane has its strengths and weaknesses. There are over 90 planes in tier 1 alone, so you can save yourself a lot of grinding by picking the right plane for you and working towards it.

Whether you're looking to dominate the skies with featherweight fighters or rain fire down on the battlefield with bombers, War Thunder has every aspect of aerial combat covered. So for those looking to earn their wings in one of the best plane games, these are the tier 1 planes to get your hands on.

So you know, we're not including any premium or bundle planes in this list, figuring that most beginners probably aren't looking to dip into their wallets just yet. And if you're hunting for more endless action, but not looking to break the bank, check out the best free games on PC.

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