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Kneeboard Builder is not starting for me when I click on the .exe. I've downloaded the latest version (1.9.1.1) and tried extracting the .zip contents to my desktop, my downloads folder, and also on the separate SSD drive on which DCS is installed. I've tried running as an administrator. I verified I've met its requirements; I am running Windows 11 64-bit 23H2 and my .NET Framework version is 4.8.9032 according to Properties Details tab in the Accessibility.dll found in my Windows/Microsoft.NET folder. I get no error messages; when I double click on the .exe it seems to start and shutdown right away or disappear without giving an error message. I found some online help that talks about ensuring the correct paths for the DCS install folder and Saved Games folder in a file called "KneeboardBuilder.exe.Config" but this file doesn't exist. For kicks I created one, and inserted the lines: <appSettings> <add key="DCSpath" value="F:\Program Files\Eagle Dynamics\DCS World\" /> <add key="SavedGamesPath" value="C:\Users\terry\Saved Games" /> </appSettings> but this doesn't appear to help. What can I try next? Thanks for any help!

Where are the colored string lights that frame the website header during Holiday time? I loved these every year. You can break them with your cursor and they made such a satisfying "crash" sound when they broke, and shards of glass fell all over, IIRC.

Indepth, but generally unfavorable review here: Still waiting to see something from other reviewers' (MRTV, VRFightSimGuy, etc) but it doesn't look good so far.

I find it unusual there aren't already in-depth reviews available from VR-focused YouTube channels. I expected multiple reviews on Release Day, and it's already several days past and I haven't seen anything yet. I don't want to jump to conclusions, but I see this as a bad sign.

This unit also has eye-tracking. I hope somebody is able to try it in DCS with dynamic foveated rendering enabled. Could significantly improve the frame rate, right? Its advertised FOV is greater than the Crystal Light, and if I'm not mistaken the CL doesn't have eye-tracking? Dying for some reviews.

To be fair, a per-eye resolution of 2448x2448, FOV of 120o, and DisplayPort connection are all advantages over the Quest 3. Both have LCD displays. I'm anxious for reviewers to get their hands on some units and report (curious about the size of the sweet spot, glare/God rays), but even if the DisplayPort cable is included at the $999 price point, it seems like a tough sell against an $899 Crystal Light with local dimming. Pending positive reviews, a lower price it might make it a real option to consider.

Hi guys, thanks for this forum. I haven't played DCS in quite a while, buthave built myself a new computer that should give much better fps in VR. So, how do I go about migrating my DCS installation to the new computer? Can I just copy the installation folders from the old SSD to the new one? Will my module licenses still be valid? My game installation is perhaps a year or so out of date. Or, would it be better to download a fresh copy of the game? If I do that, is there a way to copy all the modules from the old drive to the new one? Finally, is there a particular forum or FAQ I should be checking? Thanks for your help, anxious to get back in the virtual DCS sky.

OK, thank you Tundra!

Is the Hornet grip seen as a different controller in DCS from the standard Warthog joystick grip? I'd like to be able to switch back and forth between grips depending on which aircraft I want to fly, however I assume if the Hornet grip is not seen as unique from the standard grip, it would mean I have to re-assign the switches and buttons each time I switch grips?

That's a fair suggestion. I went to nVidia's download section and did a driver search for my card - found I had been using driver 4141 version dated 11/20/2019. I updated to the latest WHQL version, 4587- dated 4/3/2020. FPS still at 61-62, but GPU usage is now at solid 100%, no longer fluctuating between 99-100%. I have also tried MSI Afterburner and increased both Core and Mem clocks by +200, but it makes no difference in my FPS.

Thanks for that suggestion, Cy-27. I checked nVidia Control Panel and found I had made some changes to some settings for DCS. I took a snapshot of the settings for future reference and restored to default settings. My FPS improved to 62 FPS, still at 99-100% GPU usage.

I have eVGA GTX 1080 Black Edition. INSTANT ACTION-Su-25T-Free Flight at MineraInye Voby, Preset=HIGH, MSAA=4x, 1920x1080, Vsync OFF: GPU usage is 99-100% and FPS is 61. I tried using RyzenMaster to do an all-core overclock to 3.9GHz, and saw no change in the numbers. Normally my 2700 sits at all-core clock of 3.35 MHz. I thought DCS was highly dependent on CPU speed so was surprised the overclock made no difference. I guess the 1080 is my bottleneck, no matter the clock setting of the 2700 CPU? My result is a little lower than I expected/hoped, with my 1080's performance between the 5700 and 5700XT, lower than a 1070Ti, and the 1080Ti being around 35% faster then the 1080. Baffled how Sniper34's 1080 can perform so well; better than the two 1080Ti's listed. Thanks for this thread!

The P-38 in DCS would be incredible. Include me as a Day 1 purchaser. :thumbup:

I have a Ryzen 2700, GTX 1080, and 32 Gb of DDR4 3200 RAM. I use hp Reverb and get 35-45 fps or under when on the ground (depending on map - Nevada seems hard on fps) and 50-60+ when at altitude. I did use Ryzen Master to disable SMT, and overclock to 3.9 Ghz with Vcore @1.39375V and Vsoc @1.15V. I have the standard Wraith Spire cooler, am my CPU temps remain under 70C, though sometime I remove the tempered glass side panel for better air circulation. I think your CPU and RAM are OK but the 2060 may be borderline for VR? gpu.userBenchmark shows the 1080 with about an 11% fps advantage over the 2060: https://gpu.userbenchmark.com/Compare/Nvidia-RTX-2060-vs-Nvidia-GTX-1080/4034vs3603 Maybe you could get the Rift S from a retailer that allows returns with no re-stocking fee, so you could just try it and see what kind of experience you have? Good news is new video cards coming out this year with should drive price down of existing cards. I'm following the prices of the 2080 Super closely. For me VR so immersive that when I bring my aircraft to a halt after landing/taxiing, I find my torso sometimes actually leans forward to counter the expected deceleration when coming to a complete stop. Feels foolish after I realize I'm just sitting at my desk!

I think they are a great option for you. I own Saitek Pro Flight rudder pedals (same model as yours, they look unchanged since Logitech took over) and they have given me good service for 5+ years, with moderate usage. I also have a Warthog and find it to be a very satisfactory combination. Eventually I'd like those TM Pendular pedals, but that's another $500 - and I need to upgrade my system before spending that much on pedals.