Look, I completely agree with everything said in this post. Recently, I tried the Combined Arms trial mode with my friends in missions involving tanks, helicopters, and ground-attack aircraft, and it was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had in DCS.
I know many people might read this and think, ‘But DCS is a flight sim.’ Yeah, I used to think the same—until I played these missions with my friends.
That’s when I realized how Combined Arms can add an entirely new layer of immersion and strategy to the game. The interaction between ground and air units completely transforms the experience, making every decision and action have a real impact on the battlefield.
On top of that, the coordination between different types of units demands teamwork and planning, which makes everything even more exciting. For those who’ve never tried it, I highly recommend giving it a shot, especially in cooperative missions. You might start ‘just out of curiosity’ and end up completely immersed in this universe.
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