Is the F-18 module a good start for a complete newbie?

[dorianR666]

On 7/23/2021 at 7:39 PM, eydlehoms49 said:

Never played DCS before and am really considering taking a crack it. Problem is where is the best place to start? Is the new F-18 module noob friendly or should I start a bit back like the A-10 and use Chuck's guides to get may eye in first?

Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.

Why not try it personally?

You can install the module for a free 14-day long trial.

[Jenson]

for starter, you can try F15C first (FC3 model) for fun and aviation basics, but if you prefer full simulation, get a hornet without doubt. 

[AvgWhiteGuy]

A-10.....learn how to do it all and appreciate the fidelity of this beast. As much as I like flying the F/A-18, the Hawg is very special because it's a machine you get to fly, you have to fly, and you learn about flying. From cold start thru avionics, navigation, weapons (more on that later) to an understanding of strategies, the Hawg beats them all.

When you get 'hit' in an F/A-18 it is game over, but the Hawg tells you to 'fly me home, I'm good for another round'...and you proudly manage it.

Weapons...she'll carry a couple tons of bad-ass to kill damn near anything, and you get to learn all the ways to get it done; which weapon, which strategy...low & slow. You get to appreciate the truth of why troops on the ground adore this beast...which can really add motivation & emersion to your experience and SIM flights.

Sure, you can go fast & sexy (F/A-18 / F-16), pickle 4 and dash home OR you can hang around and watch the chaos you created while adding more beat down to the bad guys.

***This message was approved by .........anyone that likes to create battle field chaos and enjoys the view***

[Steel Jaw]

The HWG IS AN AWESOME a2g bEAST FIR SURE WITH GREAT LOITER TIME BUT AS AN OWNER OF IT MY ISSUE IS THAT ANY SWINGING DICK WITH AN a2a MISSILE OWNS YOU.

[randomTOTEN]

Every seasoned Hog driver has bagged a couple of those "swinging dicks." If you think they're easy pickings, just go and try it.

[Tholozor]

Many a fighter pilot have fallen into the F/A-10 with 4xAIM-9 trap.

[Steel Jaw]

On 7/26/2021 at 9:23 PM, randomTOTEN said:

Every seasoned Hog driver has bagged a couple of those "swinging dicks." If you think they're easy pickings, just go and try it.

 

No problem, will do:  enjoy the Slammer from BVR (didn't say it would be fair)

[randomTOTEN]

2 hours ago, Mower said:

enjoy the Slammer from BVR (didn't say it would be fair)

do your worst. Will you give me the credit for the kill, or ragequit first?

[Steel Jaw]

LMAO..."rage quit", well first you wont find me on the quake servers but also Im no suck hole regardless.  Be well, brother.