Official News 2023

Graphics · June 22, 2023

23 June 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

We are delighted to announce the Early Access release of the much anticipated DCS: F-15E by RAZBAM. If you haven’t already seen the video, check it out here: DCS: F-15E | LAUNCH.

The F-15E, also affectionately known as the “Mud Hen”, was developed in the mid-80s as a true swing-role fighter-bomber capable of performing all air-to-air and air-to-ground missions at low or high altitude, day or night, and in any weather. The F-15E is the USAF's premier strike fighter in use today with over 220 aircraft deployed.

The 750-gallon Conformal Fuel Tanks give the F-15E an un-refuelled combat radius of 790 miles (1270 km). In the air-to-ground role, the F-15E can carry just about every weapon in the USAF inventory. Air-to-air, can be armed with the latest generation AIM-9X Sidewinders and/or the formidable AIM-120C Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM) and is additionally equipped with a 20mm cannon carrying 500 rounds.

The APG-70 radar boasts a synthetic mapping function that creates detailed target pictures based solely on radar imaging. A self-contained, networked electronic warfare suite provides an enviable level of self-protection.

The Weapons Systems Operator (WSO - back seater) is at the heart of the aircraft’s capabilities, maximizing the effectiveness of the F-15E. The DCS: F-15E features multi-crew capability and can be flown in DCS as a single pilot/WSO from either front or backseat. Despite both cockpits offering mostly-mirrored systems and capabilities, the WSO's job guarantees excellent role optimisation with a focus on the management of this potent integrated weapons and avionics suite. This results in enhanced situational awareness, aircraft survivability and platform performance with lower workloads and higher target engagement numbers.

The Low-Altitude Navigation and Targeting Infrared for Night (LANTIRN) gives the F-15E phenomenal accuracy in day/night, low altitude, and all-weather conditions, and enables it to attack ground targets with a variety of precision-guided and unguided weapons.

Bringing this all together and placing battlespace information at the hands of the crew, the F-15E is a weapon revered the world over.

Download it here: DCS: F-15E by RAZBAM.

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

F-15E

Early Access

The Early Access release includes:

Study level simulation of the F-15E Suite 4E+ software, present in the F-15E since 2003
Advanced Flight Model that provides ultra-realistic performance and flight characteristics for the F-15E with P&W F100-PW-229 engines
Exceptionally detailed 6-degrees of freedom, fully-clickable and functioning cockpit
3D textured model for the most accurate F-15E available today
Fully simulated hydraulic and electric systems
Next level pilot modeling and animations
Laser-guided and unguided weapons - INS/GPS-guided weapons will follow
Detailed and thorough simulation of the F-15E’s AN/APG-70 Radar
A free copy of Be Afraid of the Dark by Steve Davies about the inception, development, and operational history of the F-15E up to 2002
Interactive training missions covering the most important aircraft weapons and systems
DCS: F-15E flight manual
Instant Action and Single Missions

During the Early Access period, RAZBAM will be continuously adding and enhancing the capabilities and content of the aircraft, systems, missions, and documentation.

For those of you who want a little bit of extra reading, please enjoy the first chapter of Steve Davies’s latest digital book: F-15E Be Afraid of the Dark (Part 1). You will receive the entire book as part of the DCS: F-15E download.

Download the DCS: F-15E today and save 20% while in early access on our Shop and on Steam. Take your combat skills to the next level. For more information, please visit the RAZBAM F-15E forum here. If you encounter any issues that you’d like to report, kindly report them here.

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Graphics · June 25, 2023

25 June 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

We hope that you manage to take advantage of this year's Summer Sale which started on the 25th of June. All our most popular aircraft, terrains, and campaigns are on sale with up to 50% discount. Please do not miss the opportunity to grab something special for your collection. Watch the video!

Of particular interest check out the DCS: AH-64D which is on sale with a 50% discount for the first time. DCS: Supercarrier is also available with 50% savings.

In addition we are delighted to announce that all Heatblur products are available with 40% off. It’s going to be a hot, hot summer.

Thank you for your passion and support. Enjoy!

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

Summer Sale

Big Discounts

Our entire range of products is on sale during the annual DCS Summer Sale. All products are 50% off except:

Upgrades Not on Sale

DCS: Normandy 2 Upgrade for DCS: Normandy 1944

DCS: Normandy 2 Upgrade for DCS: The Channel

DCS: Normandy 2 Upgrade for DCS: Normandy 1944 + DCS: The Channel

Aircraft Not on Sale:

DCS: F-15E

DCS: MB-339A Aermacchi

DCS: Mirage F1

Campaigns Not on Sale:

DCS: A-10C Operation Agile Spear

DCS: AV-8B Kerman

DCS: F-14 Speed & Angels

DCS: F/A-18C Flaming Sunrise

DCS: F/A-18C Hornet Inherent Resolve

DCS: AH-64D MAD

DCS: Mosquito FB VI - V for Victory

Terrains Not on Sale:

DCS: Sinai

DCS: Normandy 2

Campaigns with a -25%

DCS: F/A-18C Hornet - The Serpent's Head 2 Campaign

DCS: F/A-18C Persian Lion Campaign

DCS: F/A-18C Persian Lion II Campaign

DCS: A-10C Iron Flag Part 1 Campaign

DCS: F-15C The Georgian War Сampaign

DCS: F/A-18C Operation Pontus Campaign

DCS: F/A-18C Raven One Сampaign

DCS: F/A-18C Raven One: Dominant Fury Campaign

DCS: M-2000C Red Flag Campaign

DCS: The Enemy Within 3.0 Campaign

DCS: A-10C Operation Persian Freedom Campaign

DCS: F/A-18C Operation Cerberus North

DCS: Bf 109 K-4 Jagdflieger Campaign

DCS: F-14A Fear the Bones Campaign

DCS: F-14A Zone 5 Campaign

DCS: F-86F Hunters over the Yalu Campaign

DCS: Fw 190 A-8 Horrido! Campaign

DCS: P-47D Wolfpack Campaign

DCS: P-51D: The Blue Nosed Bastards of Bodney Campaign

DCS: Spitfire Beware! Beware!

DCS: Spitfire IX The Big Show Campaign

DCS: UH-1 Paradise Lost

DCS: F-14B Operation Sandworm

Aircraft with a 30%

DCS: F-16C Viper

DCS: F/A-18C Hornet

DCS: Mosquito FB VI

DCS: AV-8B Night Attack V/STOL

DCS: JF-17 Thunder

DCS: M-2000C

DCS: MiG-19P Farmer

Upgrade with a -30%

A-10C II Upgrade

Black Shark 3 Upgrade

Helicopter with a 30%

Terrains with a 30%

Campaigns with a 30%

DCS: AV-8B Sky Warrior Campaign

Aircraft with a 40%

DCS: F-14 Tomcat

DCS: AJS-37 Viggen

Apart from the exceptions above, all our remaining aircraft, terrains, modules and campaigns are on sale with huge 50% savings. Please take this opportunity whilst it lasts on our E-Shop. We will also be participating in the Summer Sale on Steam.

Please kindly note that the DCS Summer Sale 2023 ends on the 16th of July, 2023, at 23:59 GMT.

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Graphics · June 30, 2023

30 June 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

We hope you are well and enjoying the summer. Don’t forget to take advantage of the super deals available in this year's massive DCS Summer Sale! Up to 50% discounts are available on our popular modules like the DCS: AH-64D and DCS: Supercarrier. Check out the DCS World Shop and Steam now.

We have made good progress on the General Flight Model (GFM), which is currently being tested using the DCS: MiG-29 as the test bed. Based on results, we will be including GFM in more aircraft. Please read on below and stay tuned for more GFM news.

Dust off your paint brushes help us improve the World War II assets with the B-17G Livery Contest! The top ten liveries will be integrated into the DCS: WWII Asset Pack. Good luck!

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

Summer Sale

Massive Discounts

Most aircraft, terrains, modules and campaigns are on sale with huge 50% savings. Please take this opportunity whilst it lasts on our Shop. We will also be participating in the Summer Sale on Steam. Please note that the DCS Summer Sale 2023 ends on the 16th of July, 2023, at 25:59 GMT.

GFM

Development Progress

Following the completion of tight formation GFM implementation our current GFM task is development of algorithms loose formation behavior. Due to the large turn radius for loose formation modes, wingmen must follow their own independent trajectories in order to position correctly on the leader. New algorithms are being developed to take both kinematic trajectories and pilot/aircraft visibility conditions into account, similar to what real pilots must to keep their lead aircraft always in sight.

Stab and trim position during speed changes

The above graph is a recording of the stab trim position during acceleration and deceleration. As increased power creates a nose-up pitching moment, the stab trim positions are not the same for acceleration at max AB and deceleration at idle, especially at low speeds and requires more nose-down input. Mach-related changes are noticeable near Mach 1. We are really excited with the progress being made and are confident that the wingman GFM and general AI aircraft GFM will be unique in any simulation worldwide. Please follow the news for more information as we continue to enhance this highly complex general flight model.

B-17 Flying Fortress

Livery Contest

Contest details: The livery must be created using this template. The livery must be based on historical liveries in use for the B-17G in the timeline of 1943-45. The livery should be associated with a country who genuinely operates the B-17G, USAAF, RAF, etc. If you do a specific livery with nose art and aircraft name, please also include a generic version with no nose art, aircraft name or bort numbers. This will give users more options.

Here are instructions for saving textures with MIP levels using NVIDIA Texture Tools for Adobe Photoshop. After submitting your file to User Files, please post in the B-17G Livery Competition forum topic with a screenshot and link to your file from the ED user files.

The contest will run until the 30th August 2023. The top five winners will receive a free copy of the DCS: World War II Assets Pack or a module of their choice. The top ten will have their liveries added to DCS. The top winner will also receive two additional modules of their choice. Good luck!

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Graphics · July 6, 2023

07 July 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

The DCS World Summer Sale is in full swing. Don’t miss the opportunity to grab something special as most of our most popular products are on sale with up to 50% discount. Enjoy!

We are pleased to announce substantial improvements coming to DCS: Syria. Our partners Ugra-Media continue to develop and support the map and soon we will be releasing a huge update that will include new features, optimization, as well as improvements to the landscape and models.

Special announcement : the 30th Flying Legends airshow will once again take to the skies. Come to the famous RAF airbase of Church Fenton, UK on the 15th and 16th of July, 2023 and witness this totally unique aviation event, considered by many as the best Airshow for WWII fighters in Europe and the World. Please watch the Flying Legends Trailer 2023 and spoil the whole family with this unforgettable day out. See below for more details.

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

Summer Sale

Up to 50% OFF

Summertime is in full swing, and so are our thrilling discounts! We are excited to offer you the perfect opportunity to expand your collection at jaw-dropping prices. Whether you're a veteran or new to our world, this is an event you won't want to miss!

From now until the 16th of July, 2023, take advantage of our unbeatable offers on a wide range of breathtaking DCS modules, campaigns, terrains and important add-ons.

Syria

Development Progress

The Syria map has been enhanced to maximise performance, while still striving to uphold an even greater level of detail. Notably, night time illumination has been enhanced throughout the map, rendering night flights even more captivating. Furthermore, we have diligently upgraded a significant portion of our cars fleet, implemented right-hand traffic on the island of Cyprus, updated the map's legend, and augmented damaged vehicle models.

A lot of work has been done to optimise the map, which provides an increase in FPS from 10-20%. Moreover, this update encompasses numerous minor refinements to heighten the realism and immersion. It is with great enthusiasm that we present this update in the next Open Beta update and kindly await your feedback.

Please remember that during the on-going DCS Summer Sale, you can benefit from a huge 30% discount on this map. With the imminent update, DCS: Syria at $41.99 USD is a steal. Hurry! This offer ends on the 16th of July at 23:59 GMT.

Flying Legends

The return

Hosted by The Fighter Collection at the truly historic ex RAF base, Church Fenton UK, this is your chance to get up close and personal with a superb line-up of important and iconic piston-engine aircraft. Click here to buy tickets.

An un-matched gathering of wartime aircraft will perform acrobatic aerial displays and this year will see some unique choreographed flying from aircraft once based at RAF Church Fenton. Visit the website to browse the line-up of aircraft attending this year.

In addition to the flightline walk amongst many Flying Legends and Fighter Collection favourites, Vintage themed entertainment, re-enactor groups, trade stands and numerous food & bar concessions will deliver an unforgettable day out for the whole family.

Over three hours of legendary flying will culminate in the world famous Flying Legends Balbo, a massed warbird formation finale.

The Fighter Collection and DCS have a special historic relationship. The Fighter Collection provides DCS unprecedented access to many WWII aircraft to assist in the understanding and development of these warbirds. The Fighter Collection was additionally a publisher of DCS and continues to be a close collaborator in the physical and digital preservation of these legendary flying machines.

So take your inspiration from history and jump into the cockpit of your favourite warbirds in preparation for the incredible Flying Legends Airshow. To learn more and buy tickets, click here.

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Graphics · July 12, 2023

14 July 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

The DCS Summer Sale ends on the 16th of July at 23:59 GMT ! Don’t miss the opportunity to grab some incredible offers on almost all our range of aircraft, campaigns, and terrains. Save up to 50% now in the Shop.

We are excited to share that DCS: South Atlantic is receiving significant enhancements. Our partners, Razbam, have been actively developing and supporting the map, and we will soon be launching a major update. Read the details below and check out the Development Screenshots.

The Grim Reapers community is not just about flying, camaraderie and friendship. Connect with like-minded aviators from all walks of life, forge lifelong bonds, and join us in regular community events, contests, and challenges. Their active Discord server is bustling with conversation, flight planning, and real-time support, ensuring you never fly solo in the virtual skies! Join Grim Reapers Discord.

We hope you are enjoying your Summer.

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

Summer Sale

Offer ends 16 July

The Summer Sale is arguably the biggest sale of the year with more modules at 50% off than usual. This is also the perfect chance for newcomers to join the DCS community and for seasoned veterans to expand their collection. Don't miss out! Check out some of the featured modules included in this year's Summer Sale:

A-10C Warthog

Get ready to dominate the battlefield with the legendary A-10C Thunderbolt II. Experience the thrill of piloting this iconic attack aircraft, renowned for its heavy firepower, advanced avionics, and exceptional durability. Now available at an exclusive 50% discount for a limited time at only $39.99 USD.

Persian Gulf Map

Immerse yourself in the beauty and vastness of the Persian Gulf Map, meticulously recreated with stunning visuals and unprecedented accuracy. Take part in intense aerial and naval operations within this beautiful environment, now available with a 50% discount.

Combined Arms

Expand your experience beyond flying and take command of ground forces with Combined Arms! Operate tanks, infantry, artillery, and more, coordinating with your fellow pilots to conquer the battlefield. This essential addition to DCS is available now at an incredible 50% discount.

South Atlantic

Development Report

This update will bring various improvements, including a major technology change for city blocks throughout the entire map. New points of interest (POIs) for cities, starting with Punta Arenas and Port Stanley have been added. Razbam are now using new city block models that are in line with the region's aesthetic. Additionally, they have made significant adjustments to tree distribution that aims to eliminate repetitive patterns across the map.

The roads in all cities have undergone a major revamp, with new textures, models, and layouts. Rural areas have also received attention with the addition of new villages across the map. Furthermore, we have introduced a deep water port for Rio Grande, and completely reworked Port Stanley and Goose Green from the ground up.

Grim Reapers

Multiplayer Server

With a community of over 12,000 members, the Grim Reapers run a number of multiplayer servers covering basic flight for newer players to a more advanced server. They also run a WWII server and a couple of helicopter servers. Stay tuned on Sunday nights at 18:00 GMT for the Sunday Funday public event where anyone can come along and take part in a mass mission. Make sure to join their discord for details!

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Graphics · July 21, 2023

21 July 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

We would like to take this opportunity to remind you that the Free to Play Program is available for all of our most popular modules, such as the DCS: F-16C Viper, DCS: F/A-18C, DCS: AH-64D, DCS: Mi-24P Hind. If you haven’t yet test flown some of the fabulous aircraft, don’t wait to discover something challenging and new.

We are happy to announce that we are working on some important improvements to the multiplayer interface. The first step involves adding numerous filters and a search field to the "Select role" server screen. The second phase will include being able to select spawn locations directly from the map. These enhancements are based on your feedback and from multiplayer server owners, closed beta testers and content creators. Thank you and keep those ideas flowing.

Please kindly remember that if you are a server owner or a content creator, we’d love to hear from you! Make sure to get in touch for a chance to be featured in a future newsletter.

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

Free to Play

Development Progress

In the Free to Play Program, you can test any participating module of your choice for a period of two weeks. Enjoy seamlessly transitioning to the next one or even try out multiple modules simultaneously. If you wish to reactivate the trial license after the initial period, you'll have the opportunity to do so after six months.

To participate in the trial, simply follow the link and click on the "Try" button next to the module. Once you've made your selection, proceed to install the chosen module through our user-friendly module manager.

For more details, please refer to these instructions on installing modules.

Multiplayer

Development Progress

The new filters will allow you to much more efficiently navigate the select role screen, which often contains dozens of aircraft slots on sophisticated multiplayer missions. The filters can be added one by one to narrow the list of available slots you may be interested in. They include airfields or starting points for the slot, aircraft type and specific seat/role in the cockpit.

In addition, a special group of filters will be available to filter slots to only those modules you have installed. Another filter for which airfield coalition is currently the same as the slot, in case of the airfield being captured by another coalition. Moreover, hot start, cold start and air start slots filters. A free search field will allow search for any specific string; you can search for a username to see which slot is occupied by this user. As a second step, we plan to improve the interface after joining the server with additional interaction right on the map. Please follow the news for more details coming soon.

Stand up & Be Counted

Calling on you!

If you are a content creator, mission maker or server owner we want to hear from you! Get in touch now to get featured in our weekly newsletter! This is your chance to invite new friends, find co-pilots, build squadrons and share stories. Please do not hesitate to get in touch on our discord or on the forum now!

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Graphics · July 28, 2023

28 July 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

This week, an update was released and followed up with a patch to fix some critical issues. The latest DCS Open Beta version includes substantial improvements and fixes for DCS: F/A-18C and DCS: F-16C Viper. The DCS: AH-64D also received a fairly large number of bug fixes. For more details, please read the full changelog.

The F-100D Super Sabre is a renowned supersonic fighter-bomber that served with the United States Air Force during the Cold War era. As part of the ongoing development efforts for DCS, the F-100D module aims to provide authenticity and immersion whilst flying this iconic aircraft. To achieve this, Grinelli Designs has collaborated with enthusiasts and members of the Collings Foundation, who granted them access to an exceptionally well-preserved F-100, which has been extensively scanned and photographed. Please read the details of their exciting progress below and check out the Development Screenshots.

DCS: UH-1H The Last Show campaign, created by SorelRo is out now! This gripping campaign takes you on an immersive and challenging journey, exploring the final days of the UH-1H's participation in combat.

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

Open Beta

Development Progress

The latest DCS Open Beta version contains fixes for our F/A-18C and F-16C. It also contains mixed hellfire loadouts for DCS: AH-64D. If you have not already, please check out Matt Wagner’s DCS: AH-64D | Radar-Guided Hellfire Missiles and to brush up, make sure to check out the DCS: AH-64D | Laser Spot Tracking.

Please read the full changelog.

F-100D

Development Report

Utilizing advanced 3D scanning technologies and photogrammetry we have obtained precise measurements, shapes, and textures of the exterior and cockpit. All data was then processed and refined before being sent to our 3D art team to be used as accurate reference for modeling & texturing. The following areas were addressed to enhance the F-100D Super Sabre module:

Exterior Model:
Detailed photography serves as the foundation for creating an accurate exterior model of the F-100D. This included refining the aircraft's overall shape, panel lines, surface details, and textures. The goal was to recreate the iconic appearance of the Super Sabre with the utmost fidelity, allowing users to appreciate its unique design features.

Cockpit Model:
The 3D scans provide invaluable references for recreating the F-100D's cockpit. Every switch, knob, gauge, and control panel can be meticulously replicated to reflect the real-world counterpart. The integration of accurate cockpit lighting and functional elements further adds to the immersive experience of operating the aircraft.

Sound Design:
To complement the visual and flight model improvements, the development team additionally recorded a multitude of sounds from the cockpit enhancing the audio experience associated with the F-100D Super Sabre.

Current Progress:
The current development progress of the F-100D module is steadily moving forward, with the module currently in a flyable state. We have made significant progress in various areas, including the flight model, engine, fuel and hydraulic systems, which are currently undergoing alpha testing. Additionally, we are actively testing and refining the core systems of the aircraft, such as electrical, radio, radio navigation, TACAN, oxygen, lighting, IFF, seek silence, and base weapon systems. These systems are being fine tuned to ensure their functionality and authenticity in the aircraft. Comprehensive testing allows us to identify and address any issues or improvements necessary to deliver an immersive F-100D experience to the community.

Future Development:
The integration of 3D scans has significantly improved the accuracy and fidelity of the F-100D Super Sabre module in DCS World. However, our commitment to ongoing development means that there are still further improvements to be made. Our future plans include:

Continuously refining and optimizing the exterior and cockpit models based on feedback from the community and subject matter experts.
Fine-tuning the flight model to ensure a more realistic and enjoyable flight experience.
Weapon system implementation and integration.
Expanding the available liveries and customization options to provide a wider range of visual variations.
Collaborating with real F-100D pilots and experts to incorporate their insights and knowledge into the module's development.

To stay up to date with our progress, we invite you to follow the latest developments at www.grinnellidesigns.com/progress.

UH-1H Last Show

Campaign by SorelRo

Packed with 15 detailed story-driven missions, over 2000 voiceovers and late 1970’s units, this campaign provides an unparalleled glimpse into the life of a war helicopter pilot. Experience the high-octane action, tough decisions, and poignant moments as you fly the legendary DCS: UH-1H helicopter. Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to relive history and embark on an unforgettable adventure.

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Graphics · August 3, 2023

04 August 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

The veteran DCS mission maker Sim Sedlo has joined up with Steve Davies of 10 Percent True to bring you Inherent Resolve Mission 1 for the new DCS: F-15E module. This challenging mission puts you in the role of a coalition fighter pilot tasked with providing Close Air Support on the Syria map. Make sure to check out all Sedlo’s free missions!

We are pleased to share progress on our latest DCS Stable version 2.8.7.42718. This enormous update encompasses all the latest features from Open Beta and delivers you with a reliable simulation environment.

To support the launch of our Spanish website localisation, we are keen to promote the D3W. Their server’s main objective is making the newcomers' experience more gentle. The server gives you a place to learn and have fun with other pilots through their public PvE servers such as Capture Caucasus and Capture Syria. Join their Discord now.

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

Inherent Resolve

Free Mission

Featuring hundreds of voice overs, realistic scenarios and built-in randomisation, this Inherent Resolve mission can be experienced over and over again. It also incorporates a unique “Start from Push” option, which will enable you to either start in a “Cold and Dark” jet on the airfield or airborne, right behind the tanker and ready to take on tasking immediately. Download the mission for free: 10 Percent True and Sedlo Present: Operation Inherent Resolve - An F-15E Strike Eagle Mission. Enjoy!

If you are still hunting for some more free content, make sure to download the other free missions in Sedlo’s User Files.

DCS Stable

Development Progress

We are thrilled to announce the successful update of the DCS Stable version. Now, all the latest and greatest content from Open Beta can now be experienced by our wider audience. Thank you for your patience and understanding whilst we polish some very sought after features. Also, thank you to our growing team of closed beta testers who have provided untold feedback and greatly helped with the delivery of this DCS Stable version.

This update includes the DCS: F-15E and many improvements for DCS: F/A-18C, DCS: F-16C Viper, DCS: AH-64D and DCS: F-14A/B Tomcat and much much more! Read the Stable log.

D3W

Spanish DCS Meeting Point

The D3W server offers an extra challenge to more seasoned players with the Cold War, Rotor World and Dogfight servers. The D3W team also regularly runs events such as weekly PvE missions with up to 50 pilots coordinated through GCI and ATC. The community also has a competitive PVP team (SATAL/TACT21.2). Go on and share the joy, join them in Discord!.

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Graphics · August 11, 2023

11 August 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

In case you missed it, make sure to watch Matt Wagner's interview with C.W Lemoine over on The Ready Room YouTube channel.

Our dedicated third party partners, Crosstail Studios have been hard at work refining the upcoming DCS: A-1H Skyraider module. We are delighted to share some existing progress. This module is designed to captivate veterans and newcomers alike and brings the glory days of the Vietnam War back to life in stunning detail. Read on below and check out the Development Screenshots.

The Growling Sidewinder is a truly excellent multiplayer environment designed to test your limits. After reaching over 500k subscribers, we are delighted to support them with a giveaway! Watch the video.

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

The Ready Room

Podcast Interview

Make sure you head over to the Ready Room and watch the latest interview with our very own Matt Wags Wagner! Their latest episode takes a closer look into some of the next big moves we are making in DCS. Watch The Mover and Gonky Show - Ep. 6 *LIVE* Featuring WAGS and WOMBAT.

A-1H Skyraider

Development Progress

We are thrilled to present the latest developments from Crosstail Studios' A-1H Skyraider module. Their dedicated team has been working tirelessly, achieving remarkable progress in multiple aspects to deliver an extraordinary aviation simulation experience centered around this iconic aircraft so loved by its pilots.

Flight Model Advancements:

Significant progress has been made to achieve a high level of FM realism. The seamless integration of ground effect and ground handling during taxiing provide an authentic feel to takeoffs and landings, while support for differential braking and a parking brake enhances the ground handling capabilities, ensuring precise maneuvering on the runway.

With the newly initiated cockpit shaking effects, which accurately simulate engine vibrate and atmospheric turbulence, you can immerse yourself in the thrill of aviation making each flight a true adventure. The further refinement of drag calculations for the various control surfaces ensure a realistic aircraft responsiveness and authentic flight realism. All control surfaces simulation is nearing completion and the hydraulic system is being implemented. Engine management, fuel consumption simulation, and the implementation of the onboard oxygen system and all progressing well. Additionally, the groundwork for future autopilot features has been programmed and the AN/APN-22 radar altimeter is operational.

High Poly Cockpit Progress:

The high poly cockpit is meticulously refined in every detail to create an unparalleled cockpit experience. The team of animators are also hard at work, adding lifelike animations to various cockpit elements, ensuring a truly immersive experience for every aviator. Furthermore, the skilled texturing artists are hard at work crafting intricate textures that will bring the A-1H Skyraider's cockpit to life, with every gauge and instrument being meticulously detailed. As a sneak peek into our progress, we are delighted to showcase rendered images of the cockpit, showcasing the incredible attention to detail.

Radar Weapon System Progress:

The team has achieved significant milestones with the AN/APS-6 Radar Pod, specifically tailored for the A-1H Skyraider. The detailed architecture design guarantees a seamless integration of hardware components, signal processing algorithms, and data integration, creating an authentic recreation of this early radar system. The successful implementation of core signal processing algorithms enables good aircraft detection and tracking. Currently, our functional radar prototype is undergoing rigorous testing and calibration, ensuring accurate and reliable results.

Future Development Efforts:

In addition to the very high attention to detail, the team are crafting lifelike animations and intricate textures that will breathe life into every gauge and instrument, providing an unparalleled cockpit experience. The team is dedicated to delivering a highly immersive and visually stunning environment that captures the essence of flying the iconic A-1H Skyraider.

Whether you're an air-to-air or air-to-ground enthusiast, this robust and versatile aircraft will undoubtedly become a favorite in your virtual hangar. Stay tuned as the project progresses towards the release of this remarkable addition to the DCS family. Discover the full experience of DCS: A-1H Skyraider and explore more at crosstailstudios.com!

Growling Sidewinder

Multiplayer Server

In celebration of Growling Sidewinder’s remarkable achievement with over 500K Subscribers on their YouTube, we are offering 5 modules as giveaways via the GS channel. Hurry! Entries are only accepted until Monday the 14th of August, 2023. Good Luck!

Thank you for your unwavering support and passion. We look forward to serving you and exceeding your expectations.

Yours sincerely,

Graphics · August 17, 2023

18 August 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

DCS Open Beta to version 2.8.8.43489 has recently been released. This update includes the eagerly-awaited MultiCrew feature for the Mi-8MTV2 helicopter! This immersive addition allows you and your ‘crew’ to operate this iconic aircraft simultaneously, bringing the concept of teamwork to a whole new level.

We are also delighted to share a preview of the new pilot model for our beloved DCS: Mi-24P Hind attack helicopter. Please read the details below and see the Development Screenshots. Stay tuned!

The DCS: Mi-24P The Border Campaign by Armen Murazyan is now available. This immersive and exciting campaign for the Hind offers simple but detailed mission briefs, 12 narrative missions and a wide range of tasks, including patrolling, escorting convoys with weapons and transport helicopters.

Finally, don’t forget that the B-17 Livery Competition is ongoing, and this is your last chance to enter and win prizes.

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

MultiCrew

Development Progress

The eagerly awaited MultiCrew functionality and the corresponding changes for Voice Chat and Cargo Ops support are now implemented with the most recent open beta update. Enjoy!

Four crew positions are available including the cockpit crew and the side gunner. We have added new functionality to MultiCrew join requests permitting the crew commander to see the various role requests.

The DCS: Mi-8MTV2 has specific AI crew functionality for the mechanic-technician (center cockpit seat) such as the on-demand monitoring of the yaw autopilot channel. If a human player takes this role then the AI functionality ceases to work automatically and switches over to the specific player to manage. While working with cargo, the mechanic-technician is moved to the rear cabin for cargo ops observation and management.

Mi-24P Hind

Development Progress

We are nearing the completion of the Hind’s first person ‘in cockpit 3D pilot model’. As a matter of interest, the work on these models is a relatively sophisticated process. Here are the key steps:

Stage 1 Pilot Figure Modeling:

The basic articulated human body is selected and the desired clothing style and fabric is laid over it. The analysis of original flight suits, parachutes and crew equipment along with photographs, videos is collated. Additional talks with pilots and SMEs are made to iron out any fine nuances. Facial modeling to a suitable character is developed with skin and detail texturing to follow.

Stage 2 Placing pilot model in the cockpit and animation:

In-cockpit animations are selected with a view to delivering natural man-machine interface as well as realistic body, head and eye movement.

More specific animations, such as leaning into the aiming sight and interacting with cockpit control panels are determined and fine tuned for realism. Finally, each crew member is given an animation for simulated incapacitation.

From the VR point of view, our goal is to deliver realism and immersion and make you feel as though it is your own body.

The Border

Mi-24P Campaign

Prepare to embark on an immersive journey, fraught with adrenaline-pumping action and strategic decision-making. Set in a war-torn region, you will face challenging missions that will test your piloting skills and tactical prowess. DCS Mi-24P The Border Campaign offers a rich narrative experience, packed with thrilling combat scenarios. Make sure to download it now. Enjoy!

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Graphics · August 24, 2023

25 August 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

We are excited to announce the DCS: F-104 now under development with our third-party partners, Aerges! More than 2’500 of these fabulous interceptors were flown by 15 nations from the 1950s until 2004. The Lockheed F-104 was a lightweight, Mach 2 interceptor with phenomenal rate of climb and excellent roll rate thanks to its unique, high wing loading design. During its service, it set multiple performance records including airspeed, altitude, and time-to-climb. A hallmark of the “Century Series” of USAF aircraft, the F-104 will be a must have for DCS Cold War pilots.

Aerges is also looking forward to bringing you their latest update on the DCS: Mirage F1. Offering exciting enhancements and the two-seat EB variant! Please read the details below and check out the https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/downloads/screenshots/.

DCS Indonesia - Garuda Virtual Air Wing, together with DCS Malaysia, are proudly hosting the Asia Region Combat Competition finale! Join them live and please show some support for the quarter final event showcasing aerial prowess and determination in DCS.

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

F-104

Announcement

The Aerges Team is excited to present their upcoming DCS: F-104 module. Using the experience gained developing the DCS: C-101 Aviojet and the DCS: Mirage F1 modules, they will certainly deliver the most accurate simulation of this exceptional and iconic machine.

Designed by the legendary Kelly Johnson, of P-38, U-2 and SR-71, the F-104 was initially designed to counter the threat posed by the MiG-15 over Korea, and later the MiG-17. Equipped with a single J79-GE-19 turbo jet installed in a very small and lightweight aircraft, the F-104 had excellent airspeed and acceleration qualities that outmatched aircraft of the same era.

Armed with a 725-round M61A1 20mm autocannon and up to two AIM-9 Sidewinders, the F-104 was a within visual range fighter that relied on high-speed slashing attacks rather than turning dogfights due to its poor turn rates. Although optimized for the interceptor role, it could also be armed with unguided rockets and bombs for ground attack.

An AN/ASG-14T1 ranging radar and fire control computer enabled the F-104 to search for aerial targets out to 40 nm and track them within 10 nm.

The F-104 took part in the 1958 Taiwan Strait Crisis and played a deterrent force during the Berlin Crisis of 1961. Between 1965 and 1967, it flew 5,206 sorties during the Vietnam War. In 1971, Pakistani F-104s took part in the Indo-Pakistan War.

Mirage F1BE

Development Progress

Aerges is happy to announce that the Mirage F1BE (two-seater) is now entering the final testing phase before public release. This version will be ideal for conversion training, and it will provide the opportunity to fly with friends in multiplayer using DCS multicrew.

The second seat adds an additional 30 cm to the length of the aircraft, which results in reduced internal fuel and the removal of the twin 30mm cannons. All other combat capabilities are retained from the single-seat version, with the loss of the internal cannons and internal fuel being compensated for with the addition of cannon pods and external fuel tanks. The back seat also includes a heads-up sight repeater which is unique in DCS.

The addition of the Mirage F1BE adds an interesting role playing option for the Mirage F1 pilot journey. Starting with the C-101 to learn basic airmanship, then transitioning to the Mirage F1BE, a part of the Mirage F1 Basic Course (B-Course), and then concluding with a Mirage F1 tactical unit. Aerges provides this unique experience, available nowhere else in DCS World.

ARCCO

F2023

The Asia Region Combat Competition welcomes spectators, aviation enthusiasts, and the media to follow this remarkable display of aerial artistry. Witness the triumphs and challenges as virtual pilots take flight and be crowned the true Air Supremacy Champions of the Asia region.

The event will be streamed live online, allowing viewers from all over the world to witness the action as it unfolds. Treat yourself to a thrilling showcase of skill and dedication as teams compete in heart-pounding BVR and Dogfights for glory and recognition. Join them this weekend for the quarter finals.

Thank you for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Graphics · August 31, 2023

1 September 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

Since the release of Black Shark in 2008, DCS has been going from strength to strength and all thanks to you, our wonderful community.

This 1st of September 2023 marks the start of our DCS 15th anniversary year, which we will kick off with an important sale to celebrate: 15th Year Anniversary video!

Don’t miss the biggest discounts we have ever offered with up to 60% off most of our products! The sale has now begun and will continue until Sunday, the 17th of September 2023 at 16:00 GMT and on Steam until the 15th at 18:00 GMT.

This upcoming year is a special one, with greatly anticipated module releases, events, activities and features to celebrate. More details will follow, but we take this opportunity to thank you, our players, content creators, contributors, server hosts, third party developers, our volunteer test-team and all who have invested time and resources into building Digital Combat Simulator.

Here’s to the future, here’s to you!

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

15th Anniversary Celebration Sale

Up to 60% off

All our most popular aircraft, terrains and campaigns are now available with up to 60% discount.

Fixed Wing at -60%

DCS: A-10A Warthog

DCS: A-10C II Tank Killer

DCS: AJS-37 Viggen

DCS: Bf 109 K-4 Kurfurst

DCS: C-101 Aviojet

DCS: F-15C Eagle

DCS: F-5E Tiger II

DCS: F-86F Sabre

DCS: Flaming Cliffs 3

DCS: Fw 190 A-8

DCS: Fw 190 D-9 Dora

DCS: L-39 Albatros

DCS: MiG-15bis

DCS: MiG-29

DCS: Mosquito

DCS: P-47D Thunderbolt

DCS: P-51D Mustang

DCS: Spitfire LF Mk. IX

DCS: Su-25

DCS: Su-27 Flanker

DCS: Su-33

DCS: Yak-52

Fixed Wing at -50%

Fixed Wing at -40%

DCS: F-14A/B Tomcat

Fixed Wing at -30%

JF-17 Thunder

Rotary Wing at -60%

DCS: Black Shark 3

DCS: Mi-24P Hind

DCS: Mi-8MTV2 Magnificent Eight

DCS: UH-1H

Rotary Wing at -50%

DCS: AH-64D

Terrains at -60%

DCS: Nevada

DCS: Persian Gulf

DCS: The Channel

Terrains at -50%

Others at -60%

DCS: Combined Arms

DCS: NS 430 Navigation System

DCS: NS 430 Navigation System for C-101EB

DCS: NS 430 Navigation System for C-101СС

DCS: NS 430 Navigation System for L-39С Cockpit

DCS: NS 430 Navigation System for Mi-8MTV2 Cockpit

DCS: WWII Assets Pack

Others at -50%

DCS: Supercarrier

Upgrades at -60%

Campaigns at -60%

Campaigns at -50%

Campaigns at -40%

DCS: AV-8B Kerman Campaign

Campaigns at -25%

Fixed Wing not on sale

Rotary Wing not on sale

DCS: SA342M Gazelle

Terrains not on sale

Campaigns not on sale

What to expect this 15th Anniversary year

Announcement

Throughout the year, this 15-year badge will be used to mark our celebratory events.

DEVELOPER Q&A

We are incredibly grateful to our dedicated community members who have been the driving force behind development ideas and priorities, bug notifications and product requests as well as the engine behind the steady user growth over the years. To put even more focus on your contribution, we’d like to invite all of you to add your most important questions and requests to a special Developer Q&A, which will help us prioritise things for the near and medium term.

Please submit your questions via the Forum Thread here.

This Q&A is your best opportunity yet for answers to your most burning questions. We are excited to share news on topics we know are important to you, such as a Dynamic Campaign roadmap, updates for ATC, progress of DLSS and Vulkan API integration, the future of the Mission Editor, and Flaming Cliffs.

We will answer everything we can. Submissions are open until Monday 11th September. Thank you!

CELEBRATING OUR COMMUNITY CREATORS

The dedication of those talented users who create free content for all to enjoy never ceases to impress us and we would like to thank them by showcasing their work and by featuring some of the very best content including mods, campaigns, skins, help-guides, videos and more.

Please take the time to browse some of the thousands of User Files available totally free of charge. In addition, please take a look at some of the influential community-made content:

Our community of creators produce a massive amount of content each year. We are sure you know most of them already, but if not, please take a moment to explore and enjoy their work via the list below:

MULTIPLAYER EVENTS

DCS can be a fabulous shared experience and has become a large part of what makes it important to so many players.

We are very grateful to all the DCS server owners who do a superb job hosting, tailoring gameplay experiences and curating community spaces, from carrier ops, to aerobatics and warbirds, to helicopters.

We will be working with server owners to set up special events throughout the year and will share more details soon. We will also be joining in on a number of these community events, so keep an eye out for more details and for the opportunity to fly with and against ED Team members.

15 YEARS OF DCS: WHERE DID WE COME FROM?

Many of you have been with us on this incredible journey since the start and we are deeply grateful for your loyalty.

The creation of the Digital Combat Simulator brand in 2008 was not our first entry into the combat simulation genre; upon release in 2008, our core team already had 13 years experience. Here is a summarised timeline of the Eagle Dynamics story so far:

1991 Eagle Dynamics is founded
Nov 1995 Su-27 Flanker. Runner-up for Computer Gaming World's ‘Simulation of the Year’
Sep 1999 Flanker 2.0. The direct sequel to Su-27 Flanker added the SU-33 to the lineup
Mar 2002 Flanker 2.5. Awarded ‘Best Simulation of 2002’ by PC Gamer
Nov 2003 Lock-On: Modern Air Combat. Published by Ubisoft
Apr 2005 Lock-On: Flaming Cliffs release. Advanced Flight Model for Su-25 and Su-25T
Oct 2008 DCS: Black Shark. Advanced Flight Model and first clickable cockpit in the ED history. The first ‘DCS’ release earned SimHQ's ‘Sim Product of the Year’ 2008
2009 DCS: Black Shark wins PC Gamer Simulation of the Year 2009
Feb 2011 DCS: A-10C Warthog. The first full-fidelity jet
2011 DCS: A-10C Warthog wins PC Gamer Simulation of the Year 2011
May 2012 DCS: P-51D Mustang. The first WWII module
Aug 2013 DCS World Steam Edition
Jan 2015 DCS: Su-27 The Ultimate Argument Campaign for DCS World
Oct 2015: DCS: L-39 Albatros. The first MultiCrew
Nov 2015 DCS World 2.0. Detailed terrain support of the Nevada map
Jun 2017 DCS World 2.1. Added deferred shading and physically-based rendering
Jun 2017 DCS: WWII Asset Pack
Apr 2018 DCS World 2.5 Significant improvement to the Caucasus map.
May 2018 DCS: F/A-18C. Our most popular module to date
Apr 2019 Dedicated Servers released for Multiplayer
Oct 2019 DCS: F-16C Viper
May 2020 DCS: Supercarrier Nimitz-class flight deck Operations
Apr 2021 DCS World 2.7. Eagle Dynamics Weather Engine
Jun 2021 DCS: Mi-24P HIND and MultiCrew
Mar 2022 DCS: AH-64D
Oct 2022 DCS World 2.8. Improved atmospheric conditions and AI basic flight maneuvers
Mar 2023 Multi-threading is introduced

We are working hard on DCS World 3.0, with 2.9 coming soon. Your simulation now boasts 44 aircraft modules, 66 campaigns, 7 maps, and nearly 20,000 FREE mods and user-files created by the community along with over 4.5 million Videos on Youtube, with billions of views.

LOOKING TO THE FUTURE

We shared passion and a desire to create historically important combat aircraft in uncompromising detail for all of you to enjoy, making aviation dreams come true and the inaccessible a virtual reality.

DCS will continue to grow, with more focus on the graphics environment, spherical earth, core ‘game’ functionality, improved multiplayer and cooperative play with extended ground and naval warfare. Many much-anticipated aircraft are coming soon, including the mighty F-4E Phantom, OH-58D Kiowa, F4U Corsair, C-130J, CH-47F Chinook. So much to look forward to!

We are moved by the positivity and dedication of our loyal community and privileged to be part of your lives.

Thank you for your passion and support, and thank you for making our dreams come true.

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Graphics · September 8, 2023

08 September 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

The 15 Years of DCS Sale is ongoing with offers of up to 60% savings to expand your DCS hangar. Popular modules are greatly reduced, including the DCS: F/A-18C, the DCS: F-16C Viper, and the DCS: Supercarrier, all boasting a rare 50% saving. This has been possible thanks to you, our loyal and faithful community. Enjoy!

DCS: Supercarrier will soon offer more immersive and realistic flight deck operations with the addition of plane directors and plane captains that direct aircraft from parking locations to catapults and out of the landing area. Stay tuned.

A new and improved F/A-18C pilot model is now complete. The next step requires merging it with the new helmet and facemask and then integrating it into the cockpit. Work also continues on the final set of animations that includes idle poses, standard gestures and more. Please take a look at the Development Screenshots.

For engaging online play, take a look at the SPQR's Dynamic Modern PvP Server (Syria) and Caucasus Dynamic Modern PvP Server, which are both modern versions of the popular Enigma Early Cold War server. They are using the "V1" iteration scripting to create a dynamic front line. Join their discord now.

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

15 Years of DCS

Up to 60% Savings

Check out the biggest DCS savings in years with up to 60% savings off most products! The sale will continue on our eShop until Sunday, the 17th of September 2023 at 16:00 GMT and on Steam until the 15th at 18:00 GMT.

All our most popular aircraft, terrains and campaigns are now available with up to 60% discount.

Fixed Wing at -60%

DCS: A-10A Warthog

DCS: A-10C II Tank Killer

DCS: AJS-37 Viggen

DCS: Bf 109 K-4 Kurfurst

DCS: C-101 Aviojet

DCS: F-15C Eagle

DCS: F-5E Tiger II

DCS: F-86F Sabre

DCS: Flaming Cliffs 3

DCS: Fw 190 A-8

DCS: Fw 190 D-9 Dora

DCS: L-39 Albatros

DCS: MiG-15bis

DCS: MiG-29

DCS: Mosquito

DCS: P-47D Thunderbolt

DCS: P-51D Mustang

DCS: Spitfire LF Mk. IX

DCS: Su-25

DCS: Su-27 Flanker

DCS: Su-33

DCS: Yak-52

Fixed Wing at -50%

Fixed Wing at -40%

DCS: F-14A/B Tomcat

Fixed Wing at -30%

JF-17 Thunder

Rotary Wing at -60%

DCS: Black Shark 3

DCS: Mi-24P Hind

DCS: Mi-8MTV2 Magnificent Eight

DCS: UH-1H

Rotary Wing at -50%

DCS: AH-64D

Terrains at -60%

DCS: Nevada

DCS: Persian Gulf

DCS: The Channel

Terrains at -50%

Others at -60%

DCS: Combined Arms

DCS: NS 430 Navigation System

DCS: NS 430 Navigation System for C-101EB

DCS: NS 430 Navigation System for C-101СС

DCS: NS 430 Navigation System for L-39С Cockpit

DCS: NS 430 Navigation System for Mi-8MTV2 Cockpit

DCS: WWII Assets Pack

Others at -50%

DCS: Supercarrier

Upgrades at -60%

Campaigns at -60%

Campaigns at -50%

Campaigns at -40%

DCS: AV-8B Kerman Campaign

Campaigns at 30%

DCS: A-10C Operation Agile Spear

Campaigns at -25%

Fixed Wing not on sale

Rotary Wing not on sale

DCS: SA342M Gazelle

Terrains not on sale

Campaigns not on sale

Supercarrier

Development Progress

We continue to add the logic and animations that govern how aircraft are directed from a parking location to a catapult and how aircraft are directed out of the landing area after recovering. This includes new yellow shirt plane directors and brown shirt plane captains. Aircraft will be handed off between multiple plane directors to reach their assigned catapults with realistic animations. Closed Beta Testing of this is on-going. This is a complex and time consuming task to account for a myriad of conditions that could “break” the logic. Thank you for your patience as we strive to complete this new feature soon.

F/A-18C Pilot Model

Development Progress

We are thrilled to present you with the above screenshots of the new F/A-18C pilot’s helmet and facemask. There will be two versions of the helmet. The first is the U.S. Navy JHMCS flight helmet with a Digital EyePiece Night Vision Cueing Display (NVCD) option. The second is the U.S. Navy HGU-68P flight helmet with AN_AVS-9(V) NVG night vision goggles, via the Banana Mounting adapter option. The Gentex MBA-20AP facemask, with new US Navy microphone, will also be integrated with the helmet. The helmet will include convenient mapping and a texture template so that you can customize it and add your squadron’s emblems!

SPQR

Multiplayer Server

The SPQR multiplayer server features all the modern aircraft (generation 3 and 4, including the F-15E) and rotary wing aircraft (AH-64D and Ka-50 III) available in DCS. The only limitations are no GPS-guided glide bombs and cruise missiles.

Key features:

The frontline objective locations are marked on the F10 map (circles representing general location).
Real-time statistics tracking is available using SpecialK's DCSServerBot (plus many other bot features)
Integration with the DTC user-mod that will automatically import objective waypoints (based on real-time frontline location)
Yink's EWR tool provides an "overlord" type picture/bogey-dope in text format
CSAR missions help preserve your coalition's attrition (which affects frontline movement)
The server offers missions for everyone: A2A, A2G, SEAD/DEAD, Naval operations, etc
The server is hosted on high-end hardware that offers high frame rates with no lag. Join their Discord for more information.

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Graphics · September 15, 2023

15 September 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

Thanks to all of you for joining us in the celebration of our 15th anniversary year and to those of you who took advantage of the huge savings in our anniversary sale, congratulations on a great purchase and thank you. For those of you who haven’t seen the sale, take a look here and remember, there are only a few more days left to go, so please don’t miss the opportunity to pick up something really special for an exceptional price. Shop now!

Please take a look at our third party partner, Check Six Simulations, and the steady progress on their upcoming DCS: PC-9/A. They are finalising both the cockpit and external 3D models and we are excited to share some Development Screenshots.

We wish to congratulate Roughmaster Liveries on their Belgium Air Force’s 8000 hour livery! This livery is truly unique and will soon be available for all. Check out the story below.

Don’t miss the sale!

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

15 Years of DCS

60% off Sale

The 15 Years of DCS Sale will soon be coming to a close and we would like to thank you all for celebrating our 15th anniversary with us. None of this would have been possible without you, our faithful and loyal community!

The sale will end on the 17th of September at 16:00 GMT, 2023. Please do not miss this grand opportunity to lock in some of our most popular modules including DCS: F/A-18C, DCS: F-16C Viper, and DCS: AH-64D all with a whopping 50% discount! Check out the Shop.

PC-9/A

Development Progress

We are pleased to announce that Check Six Simulations is making good progress with their PC-9/A and they will soon be submitting the external and internal 3D models for evaluation. In parallel, they are also working on the flight model. Check out their Development Screenshots.

Roughmaster Liveries

F-16C Viper Livery

Roughmaster Liveries has created a special skin to represent the FA-95’s 8000 hour service limit milestone and to honour all those personnel that made this possible. The livery made its debut in DCS and we would like to extend Roughmaster’s thank you to the Belgian Air Force, Kleine Brogel Air Base and its commander as well as Tiziano R, Bram T, Robin Meus, 349 and 31 squadrons, the Keebee paintshop and the plottersection in making this happen.

The F-16 in the picture above was delivered to Belgium in 1985 and flew from the Kleine Brogel and Florennes Air Bases. During its career it was deployed in Kosovo, Libya, Afghanistan and Iraq as well as for QRA air policing duties in the Baltics. Because of the excellent care and maintenance by the BAF crews this plane managed to fly right up until its structural design limit of 8000 hours!

On the 8th of September 2023, FA-95 flew its last hour as part of a four-ship demonstration with the Belgian Thunder Tigers from 31 sqn. The plane will be used to train the next generation of engineers and maintainable personnel. The “Global Viper” scheme will soon be available from the User Files section on our website.

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

BIGNEWY · September 17, 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

The 15 Years of DCS sale has now been extended until Sunday the 24th of September 2023 at 16:00 GMT!
Don’t miss the biggest discounts we have ever offered with up to 60% off most of our products!
Shop now: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/shop/

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Graphics · September 21, 2023

22 September 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

Thanks to the great interest in our 15 Years of DCS celebration sale we decided to extend the closing date until the 24th of September, 16:00 GMT. Don’t miss the final days and the opportunity to get something special at an exceptional price.

DCS: A-10C II Tank Killer has undergone updates to its datalink and fixed several bugs for its next Open Beta update. This will form part of the larger DCS 2.9 update that is currently in pre-release testing. Please read the details below.

The Virtual 303rd Fighter Group is a US-based multiplayer group that flies the A-10C II, F-16C, and F-15E. Many of their members served in the US armed forces or are real-world instrument rated pilots and so the level of professionalism is certainly right up there. Join their Discord and a great bunch of guys who are looking to help and challenge you too.

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

15 Years of DCS

60% Savings Last Chance

We are not just celebrating 15 Years of DCS, we’re also setting the stage for the next 15 years of flight simulation history! Until this Sunday, most of our aircraft, terrains, tech packs, and campaigns are available with up to 60% discount on our Shop!

Make sure to pick up something special like the DCS: F/A-18C, DCS: F-16C Viper, and DCS: AH-64D all with 50% discounts! These modules generally have a maximum discount of 30%.

Explore breathtakingly accurate maps from our third party partners that put you in the heart of realistic combat scenarios. Visit our eShop and purchase the DCS: Syria and DCS: South Atlantic for an incredible -50% off the retail price! This sale will only last until Sunday the 24th of September, at 16:00 GMT. Check out the Shop.

A-10C II Tank Killer

Development Progress

In the next DCS Open Beta, you will be able to customize your data link members consisting of up to four team members and 12 donors using the Mission Editor based on Track Numbers, or TNs. Please note that this operates on a different data link than the F-16C and F/A-18C data links. At a later point, we plan to add a second data link option that will be compatible with those other aircraft. Stay tuned!

We are also making steady progress on the implementation of the SNS + INS system, which will provide more immersive and realistic position errors. Over the past month, the DCS: A-10C II Tank Killer has undergone maintenance, and several bugs have been corrected. Notably, AGM-65L laser codes from 2111 to 2688 couldn't be read from the scratchpad; this has now been fixed. The laser code has also been added to the MAV page, which is available for editing. We are tuning and adding new functions to the ARC-210 radio and Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) guidance system.

The Virtual 303rd FG

MP Server

The Virtual 303rd Fighter Group is an excellent team whose focus is on tactics, training, and realistic combat operations. The members have over 2,400 sorties, totaling more than 5,000 multiplayer flight hours in the DCS: A-10C II Tank Killer and DCS: F-16C Viper. They have their very own DCS: F-15E squadron too!

The v303rd offers structured training for all of their supported aircraft, optional follow-on training, and two persistent, dedicated servers that run training and combat missions on the DCS: Nevada NTTR map.

They are a highly professional, close-knit and relaxed mil-sim group that prioritizes family-first. If you enjoy flying with friends while focusing on real world tactics, techniques, and procedures, join the 303rd Fighter Group Discord.

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Graphics · September 29, 2023

29 September 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

DCS 2.9 is coming soon! You can expect to see the all-new Voice Chat Radio features, warbird improvements, new 3D models including the S-300, the S-3B, the B-1B, B-52H, support for Nvidia DLSS and much, much more! Please read the details below to see what’s in store.

Also in progress are Multiplayer GUI updates that will improve spawn point selection. Currently, the new functionality is being reviewed internally and will soon be released to a larger testing group.

We are incredibly thankful and grateful to our talented community of artists who have taken part in the B-17G Livery Competition. The top five entries will receive the following prizes:

1st place: 3 modules

2nd to 5th place: 1 module of choice.

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

DCS 2.9

Expectations

Included in the latest DCS 2.9 build are five months of development work that you have not yet had the opportunity to see. We are thankful to all our QA and Closed Beta Testers for their invaluable time in helping to shape the DCS of tomorrow.

What to expect in DCS 2.9 and later in no particular order:

New Voice Chat features and immersive radio effects
Datalink improvements for F-16C, F/A-18C, A-10C II, AH-64D
New cinematic camera view
New 3D models like B-1B Lancer, B-52H, S-3B, S-3 Tanker, C-RAM, S-300PS
AI aircraft behaviour improvements
Troops transport on player-controlled vehicle
Nvidia DLSS support
And more….

We look forward to sharing more about the list of new features coming to DCS 2.9 in an upcoming newsletter. Please stay tuned!

Multiplayer

Development Report

The new multiplayer server user interface adds more convenient ways for you to interact and choose aircraft slots in a multiplayer server. This capability, which has been a highly requested feature by the Community, will permit you to view all aircraft spawn slot locations on the map and to select directly from there.

We also added a filter system for the slot list that will be built into the interface. So when a slot is picked from the list, the map view will jump to that slot location.

Additionally, we are completing a new kind of aircraft slot that will be dynamically added by the filter system based on the availability and inventory of the airfield warehouse. This new dynamic system will not replace traditional slots but will add convenience for mission designers and will coexist with regular spawn slots. The system of dynamic slots will distribute spawns to parking positions automatically and will not need any additional placement of aircraft from the mission designer. When spawning in a "dynamic" slot, users will be able to choose aircraft type, hot or cold start and all parameters that are available in the rearming panel. We are in regular contact with community server hosts and content creators who are helping us greatly with their excellent feedback.

B-17G

Livery Competition

To those of you who participated in the B-17G Livery challenge, thank you for your fantastic artwork. All the top ten liveries will soon be added to the B-17G in the DCS: WWII Assets Pack. Please take a look at the full list of winners:

1. 322nd BS - 91st BG JG1 Vonrd

a. LG-W_Wee Willie

b. LG-O_Texas Chubby

2. 'S' FK186, No. 220 Squadron RAF / RAF Coastal Command Camouflage 1943 Generic - B17 Paint Schemes MJDixon

3. B-17G 42-85784 “Sally B” Helles Belle

4. Boeing Flying Fortress Mk III (B-17G) 'Take It Easy' 214. Sqn RAF Aqil Huseynov

5. B-17G 'Little Miss Mischief' of the 324th BS , 91st BG Warlord64

6. B-17G Joker Mike Busutil

7. B-17G "2nd.Patches"OLD CROW

8. B17G " Out House Mouse", 91st BG, 323rd BS, Bassingbourn, 1944 Boosterdog

9. B-17G/PB-1 US NAVY Flying Fortress Update v2.0 Leviathan0815

10. B-17G-35-BO 42-31921 "Lil Brat" scorch71

We sincerely hope that you will enjoy these excellent liveries and hope that the sneak peek at the upcoming 2.9 version and the future Multiplayer (MP) enhancements are to your liking.

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Graphics · October 6, 2023

06 October 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

We are pleased to inform you of the most recent changes coming to the F/A-18C and F-16C air-to-air radar detection modelling. Notably, we have further refined how the radar detects targets based on a realistic set of probabilities. Take a look at the technical explanation below. Stay tuned for the feature drop in the upcoming DCS 2.9 Open Beta!

DCS: Mi-24P Hind will also receive a wealth of improvements in the upcoming open beta update! You can look forward to exciting Petrovich AI enhancements and an updated SPO-10 Radar Warning Receiver (RWR). More details below.

Bogey Dope is an ex-USAF F-16 Crew Chief that creates easily digestible DCS tutorials, cinematics, and missions on YouTube. His channel is a great resource for DCS pilots, and we encourage you to check out his channel and show him your support!

Please note that if your Steam account is bound to your DCS account, you will not be able to log into the Steam version of the game and will encounter a 403 error. This change has been implemented to enhance security and streamline access to DCS.

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

Air-to-Air Radar

Improvement

In our previous White Paper regarding Phase 1 of improving the F-16C and F/A-18C radars, we discussed advances in how we calculate detection range based on Pulse Repetition Frequency (PRF), average transmitted power, receiver noise figure, antenna area, and Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR). You can find this White Paper here:

Eagle_Dynamics_Radar_White_Paper_v1 (digitalcombatsimulator.com)

For Phase 2 of radar model update, we will be accounting for the following:

Fluctuation of Target RCS. Real targets have complex shapes, and their linear sizes are often larger than radar wavelength. This means that radar returns from different parts of the airframe may add or cancel each other depending on their relative phase causing the RCS to fluctuate. In our approach, RCS is approximately constant during dwell, but randomly changes from dwell to dwell according to exponential distribution (this approach is known as the Swerling Case I model). This results in non-constant detection range and target detection probability.

Noise Variability. Detection probability will also depend on the noise level, its variability, and the number of Coherent Processing Intervals (CPIs) per dwell. Because the noise level continuously changes, the target may or may not be detected in a particular CPI. For example: There are three CPIs per dwell in HPRF RWS mode, and for successful ranging, the target should be detected in all three CPIs. Obviously, the probability of detection in all three CPIs is lower than the probability of detection in one of three CPIs or in three of eight CPIs (like in MPRF mode). In HPRF Velocity Search mode, Post-Detection Integration (PDI) replaces Frequency Modulation Ranging (FMR). In that mode, signals from three CPIs are summed to make noise fluctuations smaller and thus minimise the probability of false alarms. This allows lower threshold sensitivity and increased detection range without increasing false alarm probability.

Mode-Specific Range and Doppler Resolution. Closely spaced targets may not be resolved individually, and they may be displayed as a single target. Return energy off such targets may fall into a single doppler range bin and result in detection at longer ranges. Velocity resolution depends on CPI duration. So, in HPRF with three CPIs per dwell resolution is better than that in MPRF mode with eight CPIs per dwell (dwell duration is constant, so CPIs are shorter). In RAID mode, up to four CPIs may be merged into one, thus increasing velocity resolution four times. RWS HPRF mode uses linear frequency modulation for ranging, and it has poor range resolution (in order of 2 nm, which improves four times in RAID mode). In MPRF mode, range resolution is defined by range bin size and it is always equal to 150 meters.

Atmospheric Propagation Loss. The atmosphere absorbs radio waves proportional to its density. So, at higher altitudes, detection range is greater than at low altitude.

In summary, the Phase 2 changes provide a more realistic simulation of radar detection probabilities that will have more variable detection ranges, low-quality/spurious detections, more accurate RCS effects, and modelling of radar modes.

In Phase 3 we will focus on false targets, look-down performance, and improved modelling of Single Target Track (STT) mode.

Mi-24P Hind

Development Progress

Recent DCS: Mi-24 Hind development has focused on additional Petrovich AI features, an SPO-10 RWR system update, and tuning of the swashplate control limits.

Petrovich AI is getting new and more realistic target scan behaviour to deal with the same issues that real crews cope with. You may have noticed that Petrovich AI now lists all the targets he can see only after his sight is enabled and can be slewed. We've decided to improve this interaction with Petrovich AI by restricting him to the same limits as a human operator.

The new target scanning system involves a deeper analysis of the target area and its surroundings. It will analyse the target area for any threats in the vicinity. After that, the algorithm calculates the search time based on the number of objects surrounding the target. With this new system, only targets that are clearly in view will be recognized instantly, while targets that are hidden by trees, bushes etc. will take longer to spot. The more objects surrounding the potential target, the longer it will take for Petrovich to detect it.

The updated SPO-10 RWR will consist of four channels with completely independent processing, the same as in the real system. The radar detection calculations are physics based, they calculate the radiation pattern of the transmitting source, the sensitivity of the receiving antennas, and the transmitting power of the emitter. This translates to detecting low-power radar emitters and shorter range and vice versa. Detection range will also vary based on bearing to the emitter source. For certain radars, the range can also be judged based on how frequent the detections are. The system will now only detect emission sources within the operating frequency range of the RWR. For instance, early warning and search radars and some other radar types will not be detected.

We are also refining the pitch and roll channels authority based on comparison data. Our earlier version was based on the Mi-24V swashplate limits. Compared to new Mi-24P data, it should have less authority in pitch and roll, and we are correcting this discrepancy. This will make DCS: Mi-24P Hind 10% more responsive to pitch and up to 24% in roll input changes.

BogeyDope

Promotion

Please visit BogeyDope's channel! His goal is to grow the DCS community by breaking down the complex topics into manageable tutorials. This is a fantastic resource for new DCS pilots learning to fly complex aircraft. Watch his channel and please show him your support!

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Graphics · October 12, 2023

13 October 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

An interesting aspect of the DCS 2.9 update coming soon is a substantial improvement to Voice Chat, and we think you will enjoy it. We would like to extend a special thanks to our Closed Beta testers who have provided valuable feedback to help tune this great feature.

DCS 2.9 will also see a dramatic improvement in the realism and detail of datalinks in the DCS: F/A-18C, DCS: F-16C Viper, DCS: A-10C II Tank Killer and DCS: AH-64D. Currently, player aircraft are limited to exchanging data within a Mission Editor aircraft group. With 2.9, each aircraft type is assigned a unique identification that is used to create a network. This allows the creation and editing of datalink networks whilst on a mission.

Get ready for DCS: MAD Black Shark Campaign by Stone Sky. This upcoming campaign will include 12 narrative missions for DCS: Black Shark 3, custom liveries, and missions from Special Operations Forces close air support and combat search and rescue. Stay tuned for the release!

Thank you again for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

Voice Chat

Improvement

To ensure improved immersion, our new Voice Chat system now uses real-world audio physics to modulate the sound of your voice in order to replicate radio effects. To create more life-like communications, distortions, signal loss, and interference are simulated. These effects will vary based on the era of the radio, meaning, voices in modern aircraft will be clearer than in warbirds.

We are also making improvements to the radio and Voice Chat Room interfaces, allowing you to find your friends in multiplayer more easily.

Soon, Voice Chat will be rolled out to all other DCS modules, starting with the ‘Airboss’ for DCS: Supercarrier. We are also working on a separate voice chat program, which will allow you to communicate with units in multiplayer servers without having to actually run the simulator. Please subscribe to the newsletter in the Personal section on our website for more details coming soon!

Datalink

Development Report

Both the F-16C and F/A-18C include the Tactical Network Datalink, or TNDL. This allows the creation and in-mission editing of datalink members. Members can exchange air-to-air and air-to-surface targeting information. Both aircraft types can exchange data with each other.

Please enjoy these videos by Matt Wagner on the DCS: F-16C Viper | Datalink Update and the DCS: F-16C Viper | HARM Targeting Update with TDOA. To get familiar with datalink in the Hornet, make sure to check out the DCS: F/A-18C | Datalink Update video.

DCS 2.9 will also include datalink for the AH-64D. This datalink can currently only exchange data between other AH-64Ds. It features the ability to send and receive participant locations, targets and threats, waypoints and hazards, routes, and more. It also allows the sharing of fuel, ammunition, rockets, missiles, FARM and reports between members. Watch the DCS: AH-64D | Datalink Setup and DCS: AH-64D | Datalink Messaging.

The DCS: A-10C II Tank Killer datalink will also benefit from an update in DCS 2.9, allowing you to configure Track Numbers for A-10C II aircraft as members and donors across groups.

MAD Black Shark

Campaign by Stone Sky

In the upcoming DCS: MAD Black Shark Campaign by Stone Sky, you will take part in a civil war in the Persian Gulf region. Great ready to operate the Ka-50 Black Shark 3 from an aircraft carrier and travel across the entire DCS: Persian Gulf map. This campaign includes both single-player and multiplayer gameplay.

Key Features:

Missions from Special Operations Forces CAS and CSAR missions
Assault operations in large cities
12 narrative missions with English and Russian localization
Over 1400 triggers and story radio dialogues
Custom liveries for KA-50-3, UH-H1, UH-60, JF-17, Su-27, and Su-33
Detailed documentation and kneeboard
Multiplayer available for two players

We hope you enjoyed the update on the new Voice Chat features and improvements to the datalinks. Please note that these features are planned for the DCS 2.9 Open Beta update. We look forward to your feedback!

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

Graphics · October 19, 2023

20 October 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

The DCS Halloween Sale 2023 has now started, and will run until the 5th of November at 23:59 GMT on our eshop. Please take this opportunity to collect something special at a great price. Most DCS aircraft, campaigns, terrains and packs are on sale with a 50% discount! Shop now and watch the video!

DCS 2.9 was released yesterday into Open Beta and offers a ton of new features, enhancements and bug fixes! This latest update includes significant frame rate improvements with Nvidia DLSS support, aircraft improvements, new data link features, updated Voice Chat, amazing new 3D models, a range of visual upgrades that includes rotor wash effects, SSS and much more! Please see the 2.9 changelog for a complete list of changes.

Two exciting new campaigns are now available for your enjoyment in the DCS 2.9 Open Beta! Check out DCS: MAD Black Shark by Stone Sky and the DCS: F-16C Weasels over Syria Campaign by Ground Pounder Sims. Please read the details below.

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

“Spooks” Sale

Halloween Sale 2023

The 2023 Halloween Sale is a fantastic opportunity to save up to 50% on most DCS aircraft, terrains, tech packs and campaigns. The DCS Halloween Sale 2023 will run until the 5th of November 2023 at 23:59 GMT on our Eshop. We are also pleased to announce that we will have a similar sale on Steam. Please stay tuned for more details.

Upgrades Not on Sale

DCS: Normandy 2 Upgrade for DCS: Normandy 1944
DCS: Normandy 2 Upgrade for DCS: The Channel
DCS: Normandy 2 Upgrade for DCS: Normandy 1944 + DCS: The Channel

Aircraft Not on Sale:

DCS: AV-8B Night Attack V/STOL

DCS: F-15E

DCS: M-2000C

DCS: MiG-19P Farmer

DCS: Mirage F1

Campaigns Not on Sale:

DCS: AV-8B Sky Warrior Campaign

DCS: F-16C Red Flag 21-1 Campaign

DCS: F-16C Weasels Over Syria Campaign

DCS: F/A-18C Flaming Sunrise

DCS: F/A-18C Hornet Inherent Resolve Campaign

DCS: MAD Black Shark Campaign

DCS: Mi-24P The Border Prequel Campaign

DCS: Mig-21 bis Constant Peg

DCS: UH-1H Argo Campaign

DCS: UH-1H The Last Show

Terrains Not on Sale:

DCS: Normandy 2.0

DCS: Sinai

DCS: South Atlantic

DCS: Syria

Aircraft with a 20%

DCS: MB-339A Aermacchi

Campaigns with a 25%

DCS: A-10C Iron Flag Part 1 Campaign

DCS: AH-64D MAD campaign

DCS: Bf 109 K-4 Jagdflieger Campaign

DCS: F-14 Speed & Angels Campaign

DCS: F-14A Fear the Bones Campaign

DCS: F-14A Zone 5 Campaign

DCS: F-14B Operation Sandworm

DCS: F-15C The Georgian War Сampaign

DCS: F-86F Hunters over the Yalu Campaign

DCS: F/A-18C Hornet - The Serpent's Head 2 Campaign

DCS: F/A-18C Operation Pontus Campaign

DCS: F/A-18C Persian Lion Campaign

DCS: F/A-18C Persian Lion II Campaign

DCS: F/A-18C Raven One Сampaign

DCS: F/A-18C Raven One: Dominant Fury Campaign

DCS: Fw 190 A-8 Horrido! Campaign

DCS: JF-17 MAD campaign

DCS: M-2000C Red Flag Campaign

DCS: MAD Campaign

DCS: Mosquito FB VI - V for Victory

DCS: P-47D Wolfpack Campaign

DCS: P-51D: The Blue Nosed Bastards of Bodney Campaign

DCS: Spitfire Beware! Beware!

Aircraft with a 30%

DCS: F-16C Viper

DCS: F/A-18C Hornet

DCS: JF-17 Thunder

DCS: Spitfire LF Mk. IX

DCS: F-14 Tomcat

Helicopter with a 30%

DCS: AH-64D

DCS: Black Shark 3

DCS: Mi-24P Hind

Campaigns with a 30%

DCS: A-10C Operation Agile Spear

DCS: A-10C Operation Persian Freedom Campaign

DCS: AV-8B Kerman Campaign

DCS: F/A-18C Operation Cerberus North Campaign

Everything else in our Shop is available now with a 50% discount. Shop now!

DCS 2.9

Open Beta

Over the past weeks, we have discussed a number of the new features coming to DCS 2.9. This update is an important milestone for DCS that is designed to improve your experience across a broad range of areas and is heavily influenced by your feedback and requests. Thank you for your patience and commitment. We also want to thank our external testers for the long hours that they have contributed to proofing this update.

Once we are satisfied with the state of the 2.9 Open Beta, we will move to the DCS stable version.

What to expect in DCS 2.9 Open Beta and later in no particular order:

New Voice Chat features and immersive radio sound effects
Datalink improvements for F-16C, F/A-18C, A-10C II, and AH-64D
Radar improvements for the F-16C and F/A-18C
Mirage F1 BE variant
Updated camera view controls allowing you to use the WASD and QE keys to position the camera on any unit
Improved Track Replay System, W.I.P.
Improved “spotting dots” that change with resolution and are not affected by zoom, W.I.P.
Colour grading option
New 3D models that include the B-1B, B-52H, S-3B, C-RAM, and SA-10
Transport troops using player-controlled ground vehicles with Combined Arms
Nvidia DLSS 3.5 support
Rotor wash visual effect W.I.P
Airflow effect on vegetation W.I.P
New Spitfire Mk. IX cockpit textures and improved details
Mission updates for all Warbirds
AIM-9 family update
R-13M, R-60, R-3R, and R-3S missiles refactor
Custom payloads

We are thrilled to launch these improvements and trust they will enhance your DCS experience and we look forward to your feedback! Read the full changelog.

Weasels Over Syria

F-16C Viper Campaign

Strap into the mighty F-16C Viper and enter the world of the Wild Weasel! Taking place over Syria, you will fly head-on into the enemy air defences. This campaign features 12 thrilling and immersive missions in which you are tasked with SEAD, DEAD, search and destroy, strike and escort missions. Included are 75 pages of scenario intelligence reports, 22 pages of SPINS, and over 200 pages of detailed briefing and kneeboards. A custom Air Traffic Control (ATC) system has also been created for your home airfield. Buy the DCS: F-16C Weasels over Syria Campaign now!

This campaign, along with DCS: MAD Black Shark, are now available in the latest Open Beta! Please ensure you update to DCS Open Beta 2.9.

Thank you again for your passion, patience and support. You make our dreams come true!

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

Graphics · October 26, 2023

27 October 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

The Halloween Sale 2023 is running on our Shop until the 5th of November at 23:59 GMT. We are also delighted to be participating in a similar event on Steam from now until the 2nd of October at 15:00 GMT. Please take this opportunity to pick up an exciting bargain! Almost all our products including aircraft, terrains, campaigns and tech packs are discounted with up to 50%. Shop now!

To expand on the technical details of the work being done to create a sophisticated and accurate representation of the AN/APG-73 and AN/APG-68(V)5 radar models, we have prepared a White Paper Phase 2 for you about these features. Please read the details.

In the latest DCS 2.9 Open Beta, you can embark on 17 free and action-packed combat missions across the DCS: Normandy 2 Map.

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

Spooky Season

Halloween Sale 2023

Get ready to save big on the most popular aircraft, terrains, tech packs and campaigns in the DCS Halloween Sale 2023. Hurry! The massive 50% discounts will end on the 5th of October at 23:59 GMT on our Shop. But wait, there's more! We are equally thrilled to be offering you with a Steam sale as well, where you can find the same incredible deals until the 2nd of November at 15:00 GMT.

Radar Search Modes

Development Report

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Over the past several months, we have been developing a realistic radar-model of search mode operations. This White Paper describes the features and how they are accounted for in our model. The focus of the paper is the target detection process, its probability-based nature, and the reasons for that randomness. We will also briefly discuss detection performance of our AN/APG-73 and AN/APG-68(V)5 radar models and related features. For more details, we have specially prepared a white paper document for you to enjoy. Please, read the White Paper Radar Phase 2.

WWII Missions

New Free Content

As a fearlessly skilled pilot of the Bf-109 Kurfurst, Fw-190 A8 Anton, and Fw-190 D9 Dora, brace yourself for the 'Beauvais - Close Air Support' mission, the daunting 'Caen Rail Hub - Bomber Intercept' mission, and the Defend Amiens-Glisy Airfield mission. For all valiant allies, take control of the Spitfire Mk IX, P-47D Thunderbolt, P-51D Mustang, and Mosquito FB VI to engage in the high-stake Harbour Bombing Raid, and experience the 'Train Strafe’ mission, where you'll unleash devastating blows to enemy convoys.

We truly hope that you can take advantage of Halloween Sale 2023 for Steam extension! We also hope that the radar improvements are to your satisfaction and we kindly await your feedback. Please make sure to also check out the new WWII missions now available in 2.9.

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Graphics · November 2, 2023

03 November 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

The legendary DCS: F-4E Phantom II by Heatblur Simulations is now available for pre-order! Recognised as one of the most versatile and potent fighter jets of its time, the F-4 Phantom holds a special place in the hearts of fighter pilots and enthusiasts worldwide. The F-4 was an integral part of the USAF and USN in the Vietnam War (1955-1975) and the Arab-Israeli Conflicts (1967, 1973, and beyond), the Iran-Iraq War (1980-1988), as well as the Cold War (1947-1991) where many NATO countries, including Germany, Greece, Turkey, and the United Kingdom, were proud operators of this marvelous aircraft.

“Our F-4E Phantom represents the culmination of years of hard work and research, to recreate this legendary aircraft in the highest detail and fidelity possible. DCS: F-4E brings this cold-war legend to the skies of DCS, so strap in and prepare for a wild ride.”

– Heatblur Simulations

To secure your pre-order and be amongst the first to take to the virtual skies in this majestic machine, visit our website and take advantage of -25% off during pre-purchase! Don't miss out on this opportunity to own a piece of aviation history.

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

F-4E Phantom II

Pre-purchase now

The F-4 Phantom II is an American two-seat, twin-engine, all-weather, long- range supersonic jet interceptor and fighter-bomber originally developed by McDonnell Aircraft for the United States Navy. After entering service with the Navy in 1961, it became adopted by the United States Marine Corps and United States Air Force. Due to its high adaptability, versatility and for its time, unparalleled capabilities, it quickly turned into the main workhorse for all 3 branches and spread beyond the borders of the United States, going on to serve and protect 12 nations across the world, with Phantoms still in operation today. Its production ran from 1958 to 1981, and with nigh 5200 Phantoms built, it became the most produced supersonic US military aircraft in the history, solidifying its place as one of the most recognizable and well known aircraft of the cold war era.

It truly was an iconic and phabulous aircraft that enjoyed unrivaled power and capabilities at the time. It instilled a sense of wonder with unmatched character and left its pilots with a deep sense of respect and love. Both an interceptor and potent air to air fighter, it proved its multirole capabilities as a highly effective air to ground workhorse which packed a serious punch. This unprecedented mission agility and reliability is reflected in the type’s operational lifetime which spanned well over six decades, continuing even today.

Some of the important features of the aircraft are the two General Electric J- 79 turbofan engines which generated an impressive dry thrust of 23,810 lbs and a max afterburner thrust of 35,690 lbf; a crew of two; the powerful AN/APQ-120 Radar; the Digital Scan Converter Group (DSCG); the Weapons Release Computer Set (WRCS); the Aircraft Weapons Release Unit (AWRU) and an Altitude Reference and Bombing Computer Set (ARBCS). The DSCG version of the F-4E also comes with the AN/AVQ-23 Pave Spike targeting pod, allowing for precision strikes and the (self-)-employment of laser guided ammunition. Additionally the F-4E can carry the AGM-65 Maverick, a wide array of iron bombs as well as TV and laser guided bombs, plus the capability to carry out Wild Weasel (SEAD) tasks in a limited capacity with the AGM-45 Shrike.

Unlike previous Phantom variants, the -E comes equipped with an integrated M61 Vulcan cannon that can be used both in an air to ground and air to air role. It has an optical sight that allows for lead computing optical sighting (LCOS) in air to air, as well as the ability to carry additional Vulcan cannon pods. It benefits from the ALR-46 Radar Warning Receiver, the AN/ALE-40 countermeasures suite, the AN/ALQ-131 ECM pod, KY-28 encryption equipment and employs a range of early to modern era AIM-9 Sidewinder and AIM-7 Sparrow missiles for aerial combat that can be also used through the additional specialized CAGED and computer automatic acquisition (CAA) modes.

The Heatblur Simulations F-4E Phantom II aims to simulate this iconic aircraft as a high-fidelity module for DCS, being the culmination of several years of research, coding and modeling.

Special points to highlight are the extensive use of laser scanning and photogrammetry from real Phantoms at various museums, the detailed External Flight Model (EFM) developed over the past several years and verified by F-4 pilots and WSOs, the detailed modeling of the AN/APQ- 120 radar, the various complex onboard systems, and the ability to fly as a two- crew aircraft in multiplayer in addition to the proprietary JESTER-AI assisting you as your AI-WSO in singleplayer.

Key features of the Heatblur Simulations DCS: F-4E Phantom II include:

The simulation of both the DSCG and DMAS equipped -E variants, the DMAS version following later during the Early Access period.
Highly-detailed external model that is built using laser scanning and photogrammetry taken of real F-4 Phantoms across the globe.
New weapon models for some of the F-4 Phantom payloads such as the AGM-45 Shrike, the AGM-12 Bullpup, the AGM-62 Walleye, and AN/AVQ-23 Pave Spike targeting pod.
Highly-detailed and accurate 6-DOF (Degrees of Freedom) cockpit that is also built using photogrammetry from the F-4 Phantoms preserved at museums, including Heatblur FORGE elements to be added later during Early Access.
Highly-detailed and accurate pilot and WSO models that will eventually match the many liveries and different nations. Later, during early access, a full character customization system will allow you to customize your pilot and pick and match various equipment to stylize your crew.
External Flight Model (EFM) based on actual performance data.
Accurate aircraft systems simulation featuring:
- The Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS).
- Detailed electrical system that accurately simulates sources, current, and consumption. It includes realistic circuits and power draw for every connected device.
- Detailed Hydraulic System that simulates the flow of hydraulic liquid. This ultimately moves the hydraulics which in turn move the various flight surfaces, etc.
- Detailed and accurate oil and fuel system.
- Mass based physics system, allowing for unprecedented simulation of moving surfaces, with realistic behavior according to their mass and properties.
Fully functional multi crew that allows a two-seat functionality in multiplayer. This allows a player as pilot to team up with another player as the Weapon Systems Officer, WSO.
JESTER AI 2.0: Heatblur’s new and improved lifelike AI that fills the role of the WSO when flying in singleplayer or multiplayer without a human WSO. JESTER AI 2.0 expands functionality, dialogue options, and more.
A simulated Crew Chief for a more immersive and complete startup procedure.
Later during early access, a brand new walkaround mode allows you to do pre-flight checks on your aircraft.
A new versatile set of UI features that allows for live in-cockpit viewing of the manual and the ability to interact with the various settings and options pertaining to your mission and flight. This feature will be continually expanded during Early Access.
Introducing Heatblur Interactive Tooltips that provide the ability to click on a switch and be directly taken to the relevant manual part without ever leaving your cockpit.
New and improved effects like advanced overwing vapors, new procedural animation systems, and more.
Detailed and highly accurate simulations of the AN/APQ-120 radar and ALR-46 RWR.
A detailed simulation of the AN/AVQ-23 Pave Spike targeting pod that allows the WSO to guide laser guided munitions dropped by the pilot or other aircraft (buddy-lasing).
A comprehensive digital manual, both as a PDF and as a continually updated online manual. It is directly accessible from within the cockpit at any time via Interactive Tooltips and/or the EBAG.
A complete set of interactive and voiced tutorials.
A comprehensive set of missions and campaigns to be gradually released during Early Access and beyond.
NOTE: Some features may not be available immediately. The later F-4E DMAS equipped variant, including Pave Tack and TISEO, will follow during the early access period and the tutorials and campaigns will be implemented and expanded as well.

Please remember you can save -25% whilst pre-purchasing the DCS: F-4E Phantom II. This discount will not be available once the module is released to early access.

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Graphics · November 9, 2023

10 November 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

The DCS: Mi-24P Hind module is receiving an official set of missions, united by a common plot. We are delighted to inform you that the Mi-24P ‘Revanche’ Campaign will be included in the next DCS 2.9 open beta update. This is a sister campaign to the original DCS: Su-25 Frogfoot campaign and guaranteed to test your skills in radio, navigation and weapons deployment.

In the lead up to the highly anticipated DCS: F-4E Phantom early access by Heatblur Simulations, we have prepared a preview of the new AGM-45 Shrike anti-radiation missile currently in development. Please read the details below.

We are pleased to join the VIRPIL Controls team in celebration of the annual Shadow’s Trophy Tournament 23 competition, which has now started. An impressive prize pool is up for grabs so make sure to get involved in the helicopter racing mayhem. Read the regulations!

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

Mi-24P Hind

New Campaign

In the DCS: Mi-24P Hind "Revenge" campaign, you will participate in similar events to the DCS: Su-25 campaign of the same name, this time as an army aviation pilot.

According to intelligence reports, there is evidence of a Georgian military ground force concentration on the south-eastern side of Enguri River along KAHAT - OIREME - BASHI - RIKE. They are attempting to create a striking echelon, consisting of the 2th MIB and reinforcing units. Enemy radiocommunication and the number of radio checks has also been increased.

In order to withstand the imminent threat in the region, the necessary reinforcements of friendly troops have been undertaken including; the shift of an extra pair of DCS: Mi-24P Hind attack helicopters to the advance position 2 km west of ACHIGVARA (callsign "Skala").

The “Revanche” campaign for the Hind and the brand new 3D pilot model are slated to be included in the next DCS 2.9 open beta update. Stay tuned!

Recently we announced that we have been reviewing new information about the differences between Mi-24V and Mi-24P swash plate movement limits. After thorough additional checks with our SME, we've got more factual information from the real aircraft. The current implementation still stands correct as a result of that research and in the end we've concluded that currently no changes are needed.

AGM-45 Shrike

Development Progress

As many aviation weapons experts know, the first generation of anti-radiation missiles that appeared in the 1960s, such as the AGM-45 Shrike, had interchangeable seekers tuned to different frequency bands. At that time, it was not possible to make one broadband universal seeker, so seekers were mounted on missiles before flight in accordance with the target type it was planning to strike. The Shrike has 10 interchangeable seekers tuned to different frequency bands that overlap each other. Wider bands are suitable for attacks on a family of similar radars, whereas narrower ones are for hitting specific types of radio-emitting equipment.

The AGM-45 Shrike missiles were widely used in the US Air Force by many tactical aircraft since the Vietnam War. In fact, they were the main ARM of both the multi-role F-4E Phantom aircraft and the specialized F-4G Wild Weasel. In DCS, you will be required to select the seeker from a special weapon settings panel in the Mission Editor.

Shadow’s Trophy 23

VIRPIL Controls Competition

The Shadow’s Trophy Tournament 2023 has started! This year, organizers have increased the number of groups to match all the helicopter modules available in DCS! 6 groups — 6 podiums — 18 winners! This tournament features automated selection of the finalists. Hurry! Qualification runs until November 26th, 2023. Read the regulations.

1st Place:

— VPC MongoosT-50CM2 Grip

— VPC MongoosT-50CM3 Base

— VPC Rotor TCS Base

— VPC SharKa-50 Collective Grip or VPC Hawk-60 Collective Grip at the pilot's choice.

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— OR €800 VIRPIL Controls Webstore Voucher

The Сhampion in each group receives 1 module for DCS developed by Eagle Dynamics!

2nd Place:

— VPC Rotor TCS Base

— VPC SharKa-50 Collective Grip or VPC Hawk-60 Collective Grip at the pilot’s choice.

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— OR €350 VIRPIL Controls Webstore Voucher

3rd Place:

— €100 Coupon valid in any official online store of VIRPIL Controls.

For all pilots who complete the course at least once during the Qualification stage:

— Coupon for €5 valid in any online store of VIRPIL Controls!

Please kindly note that this competition requires DCS 2.9 Open Beta. Qualification is open until the 26th of November and the most experienced pilots will battle on for the podium in the Finals on the 2nd of December, 2023! Good luck pilots and see you on the race track! Check out the VIRPIL Control’s tournament page for more information and join the VIRPIL Discord now!

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Graphics · November 16, 2023

17 November 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

Welcome to the DCS Autumn Sale! We are pleased to provide you with more discounts across more aircraft, terrains, tech packs and campaigns than ever before! You can save up to 50% off our most popular modules until the 3rd of December 2023, 23:59 GMT.

A realistic visual spotting of targets is vital to a great gameplay experience. We have been improving the ability to spot targets at realistic ranges in both 2D and VR regardless of screen resolution. Please read the details below, we kindly await your feedback.

It is that time of year again, and SATAC 2023 is back! Please join the 51st PVO Regiment and sign up your squadron for exhilarating air-to-air combat in a highly realistic and immersive environment.

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

Autumn Sale

Golden Savings!

The DCS Autumn Sale 2023 has kicked off with big savings across our Shop! Please take this opportunity to land yourself a fantastic deal. Most DCS aircraft, terrains, tech packs and campaigns are on sale with up to a 50% discount! Shop now:

Modules with a 50% discount

Fixed Wing	Helicopters
DCS: A-10A Warthog	DCS: Mi-8MTV2 Magnificent Eight
DCS: A-10C II Tank Killer	DCS: SA-342 Gazelle
DCS: AJS-37 Viggen	DCS: UH-1H Huey
DCS: Bf 109 K-4 Kurfurst
DCS: C-101 Aviojet
DCS: Christen Eagle II	Terrains
DCS: F-15C Eagle	DCS: Nevada
DCS: F-5E Tiger II	DCS: Persian Gulf
DCS: F-86F Sabre	DCS: Syria
DCS: Flaming Cliffs 3	DCS: The Channel
DCS: Fw 190 A-8
DCS: Fw 190 D-9 Dora
DCS: I-16	Tech Packs
DCS: L-39 Albatros	DCS: Combined Arms
DCS: MiG-15bis	DCS: Supercarrier
DCS: MiG-21bis	DCS: WWII Assets Pack
DCS: MiG-29	DCS: NS 430 Navigation System
DCS: Mosquito	DCS: NS 430 for C-101EB
DCS: P-47D Thunderbolt	DCS: NS 430 for C-101СС
DCS: P-51D Mustang	DCS: NS 430 for L-39С Cockpit
DCS: Su-25	DCS: NS 430 for Mi-8MTV2 Cockpit
DCS: Su-27 Flanker	DCS: NS 430 for SA432 Cockpit
DCS: Su-33
DCS: Yak-52

Campaigns with a 50% discount

DCS: A-10C 16-2 Red Flag Campaign

DCS: A-10C Advanced Aircraft Training Qualification Campaign

DCS: A-10C Basic Flight Training Campaign

DCS: A-10C Stone Shield Campaign

DCS: A-10C Tactical Training Qualification Campaign

DCS: AV-8B Hormuz Freedom Campaign

DCS: Black Shark 2 Republic Campaign

DCS: Combined Arms: Frontlines Georgia Campaign

DCS: F-15C 16-2 Red Flag Campaign

DCS: F-15C Aggressors BFM Campaign

DCS: F-16C Red Flag 21-1 Campaign

DCS: F-5E Aggressors Air Combat Maneuver Campaign

DCS: F-5E Aggressors Basic Fighter Maneuvers Campaign

DCS: F-5E Black Sea Resolve '79 Campaign

DCS: F/A-18C Aggressors BFM Campaign

DCS: F/A-18C Rising Squall Campaign

DCS: Ka-50 2 Pandemic Campaign

DCS: L-39 Albatros: Kursant Campaign

DCS: Mi-8MTV2 and Ka-50: Memory of a Hero Campaign

DCS: Mi-8MTV2 Crew Part 1 Campaign

DCS: Mi-8MTV2 Oilfield Campaign

DCS: Mi-8MTV2 The Border Campaign

DCS: Mig-21 bis Battle of Krasnodar Campaign

DCS: Mig-21 bis Constant Peg

DCS: P-51D Charnwood Campaign

DCS: P-51D High Stakes Campaign

DCS: Spitfire LF Mk. IX Operation Epsom Campaign

DCS: Su-27 The Ultimate Argument Campaign

DCS: The Museum Relic Campaign

DCS: UH-1H Argo Campaign

DCS: UH-1H Worlds Apart - Spring 2025 Campaign

Modules with a 40% discount

Fixed Wing	Helicopter
DCS: F-16C Viper	DCS: Black Shark 3
DCS: F/A-18C	DCS: Mi-24P Hind
DCS: Spitfire LF Mk. IX

Modules with a 30% discount

Fixed Wing	Helicopter
DCS: JF-17 Thunder	DCS: AH-64D
DCS: F-14 Tomcat

Campaigns with a 30% discount

DCS: A-10C Operation Agile Spear

DCS: A-10C Operation Persian Freedom Campaign

DCS: AV-8B Kerman Campaign

DCS: AV-8B Sky Warrior Campaign

DCS: F/A-18C Operation Cerberus North Campaign

DCS: UH-1H The Last Show

Modules with a 25% discount

Fixed Wing Pre-order

DCS: F-4E Phantom II

Campaigns with a 25% discount

DCS: A-10C Iron Flag Part 1 Campaign

DCS: AH-64D MAD campaign

DCS: Bf 109 K-4 Jagdflieger Campaign

DCS: F-14 Speed & Angels Campaign

DCS: F-14A Fear the Bones Campaign

DCS: F-14A Zone 5 Campaign

DCS: F-14B Operation Sandworm

DCS: F-15C The Georgian War Сampaign

DCS: F-86F Hunters over the Yalu Campaign

DCS: F/A-18C Flaming Sunrise

DCS: F/A-18C Hornet - The Serpent's Head 2 Campaign

DCS: F/A-18C Operation Pontus Campaign

DCS: F/A-18C Persian Lion Campaign

DCS: F/A-18C Persian Lion II Campaign

DCS: F/A-18C Raven One Сampaign

DCS: F/A-18C Raven One: Dominant Fury Campaign

DCS: Fw 190 A-8 Horrido! Campaign

DCS: JF-17 MAD campaign

DCS: M-2000C Red Flag Campaign

DCS: MAD Campaign

DCS: Mosquito FB VI - V for Victory

DCS: P-47D Wolfpack Campaign

DCS: P-51D: The Blue Nosed Bastards of Bodney Campaign

DCS: Spitfire Beware! Beware!

DCS: Spitfire IX The Big Show Campaign

DCS: The Enemy Within 3.0 Campaign

DCS: UH-1 Paradise Lost

Modules with a 20% discount

Fixed Wing

DCS: MB-339A Aermacchi

Upgrades not on sale

DCS: Normandy 2.0 Upgrade for N1
DCS: Normandy 2.0 Upgrade for N1 and TC
DCS: Normandy 2.0 Upgrade for TC

Fixed wing not on sale

DCS: AV-8B Night Attack V/STOL

DCS: F-15E

DCS: M-2000C

DCS: MiG-19P Farmer

DCS: Mirage F1

Terrains not on sale

DCS: Normandy 2.0

DCS: Sinai

DCS: South Atlantic

Campaigns not on sale

DCS: F-16C Weasels Over Syria Campaign

DCS: F/A-18C Hornet Inherent Resolve Campaign

DCS: MAD Black Shark Campaign

DCS: Mi-24P The Border Prequel Campaign

Check out our Shop for more details. Enjoy!

Targeting Spotting

Development Progress

In the latest DCS Open Beta update, we added a new target spotting algorithm that allows the rendering of objects to not be affected by view zoom level and have a maximum rendering distance based on the object size. Some community members have responded positively to these changes; however, we have also received some critical feedback, especially from VR users. In the most recent DCS 2.9 Open Beta update, we will be adding a settings toggle to switch this algorithm ON or OFF. If set to OFF, the rendering is reverted to the previous method. We continue to improve this feature for VR, and we would like to extend our thanks for your feedback.

SATAC 2023

Tournament

The 51st PVO Regiment proudly announces SATAC 2023. SATAC, Squadron Air-to-Air Championship, is an annual event for competitive air-to-air sportsmanship that welcomes all squadrons and airframes to participate! The inception of SATAC dates back to 2011, and it offers a highly immersive and realistic, online combat environment. The format is designed to promote combat flight simulation skills like the use of different weapon types (ARH/SARH/IR), dissimilar air combat training (DACT), and the full range of modern DCS aircraft.

The sign-up deadline is the 31st December 2023. Register as a squad, and please cite your squadron name, aircraft selection, and individual pilot callsigns. Squadrons are also encouraged to register a GCI officer. We highly recommend having reserves. Stay tuned for more details.

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Graphics · November 23, 2023

25 November 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, :pilotfly:

Our Autumn Sale is still ongoing and now also on Steam. Don’t miss this opportunity to take advantage of up to 50% discount on our most important modules.

We continue to work on Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR) texturing of the ships and ground forces in DCS. We are also working on more realistic thermal signatures for the deck crew on board DCS: Supercarrier. Please read the details below.

The Tempest multiplayer server is running their Blue Flash V3 campaign, and we encourage you to go and check them out. They offer both fixed and rotary-wing action on a variety of missions that involve team coordination to attack and defend front lines, strategic locations, and high-value assets. Join the Tempest’s Discord.

The Q&A will be coming soon. The sheer volume of data and information has made this task more challenging than expected but the feedback has been wonderful.

Many thanks for all your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

Up to 50% Off Savings

Autumn Sale

Whether you're a dogfighting enthusiast, a precision strike aficionado, or a carrier operations expert, there's something for everyone in this spectacular DCS Autumn Sale. Get up to 50% discounts across most modules on our Shop and on Steam. Happy flying, and may your autumn skies be filled with air combat thrills that only DCS can offer!

Sale Details:

Steam Sale: Now until November the 28th, 2023 at 18:00 GMT

E-Shop Sale: Now until December the 3rd, 2023 at 23:59 GMT

Please make sure to take this golden opportunity to save big on aircraft, terrains, tech packs and campaigns. Shop now!

FLIR

Development Report

We have recently been developing infrared (IR) textures for ships, deck personnel, and more ground units. This required gathering and analysing various references. As a result, we created IR textures for units that correspond to engine locations, exhaust systems, electronic devices, and weapons. They will have the ability to noticeably heat up and cool down based on operation. Authentic IR maps have also been developed for the DCS: Supercarrier deck crew, where the thickness of clothing, equipment, masks, and human body heat are considered. Please stay tuned for more news on this subject soon.

Tempest’s Blue Flash

Multiplayer Server

The sister server of Enigma's Cold War is back with version 3! This evolution focuses on a curated, hand-crafted multimap/multi-mission campaign that begins in the Persian Gulf with a battle for Dubai. Territorial control will initially stretch across the Syria and Sinai maps as sides advance through tailor-made objectives.

The Tempest server has created a detailed Blue Flash V3 presentation. The community is mostly Discord-based where you can ask questions, provide feedback, and make suggestions. Because this is an open beta test of the new server campaign, please feel free to post in the Tempest’s Discord channels if you come across any issues. Good hunting!

Thank you again for your passion and support, and thank you for all your valuable feedback.

Yours sincerely,

Official News 2023

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