Many features in War Thunder must be purchased with Golden Eagles, but the ways to get them are quite unclear.

Some of the best things in War Thunder cost Golden Eagles, such as premium vehicles or the right to create your own squadron. But none of the activities in the game give you a chance to get one. So, how can you earn Golden Eagles?

The most common way to get Golden Eagles is to buy them with real money in the game store. 1000 Eagles cost $6.59 at the time, so the prices aren't as high as some other free-to-play games. And since the game locks a lot of content behind them, if you can afford it, you might want to buy something, although you should only do so if you're absolutely sure it's worth it.

In addition to that, Golden Eagles are also rewarded for participating in tournaments during promotional events. However, you have to get high in the rankings to get a prize, so it's not the most reliable strategy. Still, if you don't need much and feel confident in your skills, you might be able to scrape by this way without having to spend real money.