The War Thunder Championships Series (WTCS) continues! The third Major of the season will feature an intense 4v4 top-tier ground format. Whether you’re a seasoned commander or a master of modern ground combat, this tournament is for you!
Build a versatile roster of seven players, develop the best strategies, and prepare to dominate every match.
Now, let’s take a look at the schedule and prizes!
Tournament Dates
After each Open Qualifier, four teams will advance to the Playoff stage. For full details about the competitive structure and what to expect this season, make sure to read the War Thunder Championship Series 2026 Plans news, which breaks everything down.
Open Qualifier I: August 22nd–23rd at 15:00 GMT
Open Qualifier II: August 29th–30th at 15:00 GMT
Playoffs: September 5th–6th and 12th–13th at 15:00 GMT
Tournament Prizes
Attention! Please note that coupons must be selected within 10 days after the end of the tournament.
Live Streams with Twitch Drops!
When: Each stream will start from 14:45 GMT.
Open Qualifier I: August 22nd–23rd
Open Qualifier II: August 29th–30th
Throughout the two weekends of the Open Qualifiers, live broadcasts will feature Twitch Drops, giving you the chance to earn boosters and Premium Account time. Be sure to tune in during the Finals as well to claim exclusive Twitch Drops rewards.
Matches will be broadcast in multiple languages to ensure the best viewing experience, including English, Russian, German, Polish, and French.
You’ll be able to watch every match live, as well as catch up on replays and highlights, on our official YouTube channel.
Login to your Twitch account → link your Gaijin account → click “Allow” to be able to receive Twitch Drops!
Discord & Stream Giveaways!
During the WTCS 2026 Major III, join the Official War Thunder Esports Discord server to connect with fellow competitive players and take part in exclusive giveaways featuring the following packs:
Discord:
Twitch:
- 10x Esports Bundle - 2026 Season, dropped exclusively on our Twitch channel randomly during the show.
The Esports Team wishes you the best of luck in the qualification stages. See you on the battlefield!
Esports Bundle - 2026 Season -15%
This bundle includes:
- Esports Veteran Pack - Season 2026
- Winter Warrior Esports Pack - Season 2026
