Mouse Support? VR in DCS

[spacefox]

Hi,

 

I am 100% newbie to this sim (like 48 hours or so). I am trying to figure out on how to use mouse cursor in VR. I do see mouse support is enabled in VR settings of DCS.

 

In the cockpit of the default trainer aircraft, I am unable to see the mouse cursor? does the mouse work on other aircraft or I have to remember all the keyboard commands to activate in VR.

 

Any insights or tips appreciated.

 

Thanks,

 

-spacefox

 

 

Specs: Specs: i7-5820K - 4.4 Ghz oc, 980 GTX, Rift CV-1

Edited June 30, 2019 by spacefox

[BIGNEWY]

Hi spacefox and welcome to DCSWorld.

 

If you are using Flaming cliffs 3 the cockpits are not clickable.

 

All other aircraft use clickable cockpit and the mouse option can be found in the VR settings tab in the main menu.

 

hope that helps

[mxpower76]

The SU-25 that comes free is not clickable. But the free Mustang is. Switch to that one to get an idea of what it's like. I play in VR and use a trackball mouse. Works good.

[spacefox]

Thanks for the feedback!!!

 

I am also trying to figure out on what to buy for this sale. I am absolutely blown away by DCS VR performance. It is unreal!!!

 

What is a good solid clickable addon jet for newbies - Does the addon jet have tutorials which progress from basic to advanced?

[mxpower76]

I started playing during the Easter sale. I got the FC3 pack (not clickable) and the A-10C. This current sale I got the F/A-18 and Huey. The A-10C learning curve felt steep but I found it satisfying. I've only had the Hornet a couple days but it seems way easier to learn then the A-10. The Huey i got last night and I've not messed with it. I'm figuring it will be a little difficult to control.

 

So I'd say go with the F/A-18. I like the A-10 but be prepared to do a bit of reading and watch some tutorials. Yes both have training missions.

[FastForward]

For a beginner, I'd say F-86F Sabre, AJS-37 Viggen and Mirage 2000C are the easiest jets to learn.

 

As a beginner I started with the A10C and found it too overwhelming in my taste.

[spacefox]

Thanks - I did get the Mirage 2000C and F-18 for now. Originally, it was was challenging to see the controls on the panel in VR. Later I discovered the zoom feature and Flashlight. Either way very cool feel in VR.

 

I know I will be spending more time in DCS later tonight to learn these birds.

 

I was hoping for a jet with very easy to read dials and less control switches - more like touch on screen to turn on etc - slightly more automation like PMDG birds for Prepar3d for example.

 

Is there a tool like Chaseplane for DCS? or can I make it work with DCS?