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A virus that specifically targets my ability to host DCS and leaves everything else intact? I don't think so.

It only changes the 3d for the plane, doesn't really do anything other than that. Why hasn't there been at least a FC level multirole since 2003? Or any other new FC plane that isn't a derivative of the ones present in original Lock on? The basic code seems to be there. You have radars and capability for BVR combat on FC fighters and ability to shoot ARM and precision guided munitions on FC attack planes. Why haven't/can't those things be wrapped up in a FC level multirole jet? If A-10C level planes really require that much time and money, why not make some new FC level planes as a way to acquire funds for more serious projects? Releasing FC3 with the same plane selection from 10 years ago is extremely disappointing. And now stand-alone modules of those same planes? I mean, great for those who only want a specific FC3 plane. But c'mon, at least bring something new to the table for the rest of us. And this is my biggest problem with DCS/FC series, there hasn't been anything new at all. Sure there have been 3d and FM improvements for FC planes, but that's not new content. And IMHO, ED will keep releasing same planes over and over again, because hardcore fans will buy anything from them to "support" the series and hopefully get a DCS plane one day for their effort and loyalty. But why would ED make new DCS level planes if people will buy the same ones 5 times, albeit in a new fancy wrapping? But anyways. DCS World is a great product which is still in it's infancy and will take few more years to mature. There are some very interesting 3rd party modules coming out soon which will give new life to this sim and will help us with the waiting. Also, DCS: F-18C is a fairy tale. :megalol:

What if I don't have a router and have disabled the firewall?

+1 What is wrong with hosting in this game?

Didn't work. How can I host this game normally then? I disabled firewall, uninstalled anti virus, allowed ports in windows firewall. Friends still get the "can't connect messege". :( I'm not behind a router so that's not a problem and I could always host every other game without a problem. The only way I got another DCS to connect was if the other computer was connected to the same modem. Is something blocking outside connections? Is there any way that I can host this game online?

Any links, videos or pictures?

Don't listen to NRG-Vampire. :P Your AC skins are great, loving the Scarface squadron skins.

Excellent. Don't want them to shift focus away from F-18.

Is this something official? Or just a wishlist?

Thanks, will try and report back.

Congrats man. :)

Thanks for advice, will give it a try.

Could you please provide more details? I also had to rely on VPN to host games and now I can't do it anymore.

Same problem here. Can't host DCS anymore since they removed LAN function in 1.2.6. Never could host without it. Server is set to public, everybody has the latest version and they can see the server but they get "can't connect" messege. I am behind a Mil-Sm801G switch, so ports aren't the problem. I even tried using router and opening the 10308 port but it didn't solve anything. What other data do you need?

It happens under all conditions and in all missions, tried pretty much everything from SAS sites to Shilkas. Re-installing the game didn't help either.

Hello. I am encountering a strange problem, whenever I am using ELINT I can't lock enemy radars, the diamond icon for radars on the HUD is flashing and isn't solid like it's supposed to be and because of that I am unable to lock the target.

Well, you could always just not place it into a mission meant for player vs player combat, or from any other online mission that you'd want for that matter. Anyways, gonna get flamed for saying this but still... Any new jet plane for DCS series is great and needed very badly at this point. Doesn't matter if it's on level of FC, DCS or something in between. I'd rather buy F-35 with a lot of guess work in it and some features or systems missing than buy the 5th release of Su-25, A-10 and F-15. You know, because we've been flying the same fixed wing planes (with the exception of P-51) since 2003.

Thanks for the heads up. We're looking forward to this one. :)

+1 We've been flying the same set of planes for 10 years now. Something different with more than one role, please.

Wasn't there some talk about DCS WW2 backers getting the map making tools?

I agree with your points. If they would have a free game with a trainer, that would most likely make them pay for real combat planes. But then the question is, how many casuals would even try it out if they already knew that they would only get a WW1 like biplane and not a cool combat plane that can blow stuff up? :) Or how many would just skip the trainer altogether? When I first tried Il-2, 10 years ago, the first thing I did was take my favorite plane for a spin against enemy fighters. I failed miserably, but that excited me and gave me motivation to learn and master it. I doubt I'd be so excited if I'd be stuck with a Po-2 on a three month learning session.

And what makes you think that only cadets will play the free DCS WW2? I'm pretty sure that most rookies would prefer a combat plane since it would actually allow them to go in the multiplayer, it's a Free to Play sim and not Free to Train. :P And don't forget that they can always simplify the game settings at start. And Ilya was talking a lot about making the learning curve more fun and rewarding for newcomers, so that defeats the purpose of a trainer plane if we'll have more user friendly tutorials.

Although I disagreed at first, three free DCS level planes at release is too much. You're gonna need sales to get the whole DCS WW2 ball rolling. You can worry about releasing more free planes/theatres after that. For a start, flight simulation community needs a great base game that will have offical support by it's creators.

Thanks for the clarification. And we the $40 backers get all three of them plus any extra ones on the release?

Can somebody please explain this to me?