DCS World Steam Edition News

[h2]Small Update [/h2]

[h3]Steerpoint Creation[/h3]


In this video, we would like to update you on the status of our F-16C Viper and instruct you on the upcoming ability to create new steerpoints in the INS navigation system database.

[h2]Small Update[/h2]


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xvzxfqymFq0
In the next update, we have both air-to-ground and air-to-air updates for the Hornet targeting pod. This includes more realistic AG tracking modes and FLIR tracking of aerial targets in cooperation with the radar.


Once a target is in a tracked area or point point, the offset function allows you to shift the aimpoint or move the targeting pod track center. This is a useful function when changing targeting from the initial designation point without having to revert back to snowplow mode.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cr7--PXczpM


To track a target with the Hornet targeting pod, we recommend using the FLIR camera as it provides more contrast to lock on to. Place the crosshairs in front of the target in an stabilized action slew mode, then set to no-action slew area track, and then to a no-action point track mode.

We are tuning the values, but for now:
CCD camera: 6 nm
FLIR camera: 11.5 nm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6I1cZewho3M



In this week's update, we explore the inclusion of the IN ZONE LAUNCH ACCEPTABLE REGION (IZLAR) for the JDAM. This provides additional delivery information and will be tied to the later inclusion of pre-planned IZLARs and multiple attack points.

Watch the JDAM land missile update
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=207Ioh-Yr7E



This week we introduce the first iteration of the air-to-ground radar for the F/A-18C Hornet. This first version models MAP mode and allows you to search for and designate target locations. Later, we will be adding other modes like the EXPAND levels, Ground Moving Target, SEA, and Terrain Avoidance. This is the first step.

Watch the Air to Ground update
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6fxXnRm1xEs



The AGM-84E SLAM land attack missile is a stand-off, precision attack weapon that provides man-in-the loop guidance. It is ideal for long range attack against heavily defended ground targets.
The SLAM is just one of the many interesting weapon of the DCS: F/A-18C Hornet.

Watch the SLAM Land Missile update
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3euT1EKqz2c

Thank you for your passion and support and as always, fly safe.

The Eagle Dynamics Team

[h2]DCS World 2.5.6[/h2]


DCS World 2.5.6 represents one of the biggest updates since the launch of DCS World 2.5 and offers powerful new tools capable of CPU load distribution and FPS management when using peripheral hardware. Many of the improvements in this update are thanks to your feedback and requests, we can’t wait to hear what you think.

Over two thousand bugs were identified and squashed in 2.5.6 Open Beta.

Read the stable changelog.



[h2]Development Report[/h2]


Rota Island, also known as the Friendly Island is 19km in length and has a population of 3,500 people. It is the southernmost island of the United States Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas Islands. It has been modelled in extraordinary detail and is close to completion.

We continue to work on the organised, unincorporated territory of the United States in Micronesia; Guam. This island was captured by the Japanese in 1941 and occupied for almost 3 years. The American forces recaptured the island on the 21st of July, 1944; Liberation Day commemorates this victory. Special attention is being given to the Andersen Air Force Base located approximately 4km northeast of Yigo. Andersen AFB is one of two critical air bases in the Asia Pacific region. Guam’s almost unrestricted airspace and it’s close proximity to the Farallon de Medinilla Island, a naval bombing range 250km north, make it an ideal training environment. Andersen AFB is home to 36th Wing (PACAF), 734th Air Mobility Support Squadron (Air Mobility Command) and Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron Twenty-Five (HSC-25).

We continue to improve the cross balance of colour and gamma between terrain textures (vegetation and ground), trees and other objects (infrastructure). The water’s fluidity, colour and transparency have also been tuned for more realistic characteristics. See screenshots.


We are now working on the P-47D Thunderbolt and The Channel Early Access Map and look forward to sharing the progress with you over the coming weeks.



[h2]Cooperations[/h2]


Highest-end virtual simulations by DCS and Varjo

DCS World now supports Varjo’s human-eye resolution headsets, Varjo VR-2 and VR-2 Pro. Varjo is the Finnish maker of the world’s most advanced virtual and mixed reality products for professionals. Together Varjo and DCS offer one of the highest definition and most realistic experiences available in the ‪flight simulator market.

With Varjo’s industrial-grade devices that deliver 60 pixels per degree resolution, the smallest details in the cockpit, including the smallest font sizes, buttons and gauges are crystal clear. In addition, the mixed reality headset Varjo XR-1 permits you to use your own hands as controllers, whilst flying in photorealistic virtual scenery using real-time chroma keying.

Thank you all for your trust and commitment. We work for you.

Kind regards,

The Eagle Dynamics Team

[h2]DCS World 2.5.6[/h2]


The new Open Beta encompasses a large number of updates to the environment. A number of Campaigns have also been revised to ensure that they are compatible and accessible.

The F/A-18C Hornet and F-16C Viper have both received major updates. We have done what we can to include many of the community's requests, especially in regards to the Hornet’s litening pod. Our third-party partners have also been hard at work with updates to the M-2000 Mirage and the AV-8B Night Attack by RAZBAM. Notably, Heatblur Simulations have released substantial updates to the F-14B Tomcat and the ASJ37 Viggen.

Read the Full Change log

Magnitude 3 have also released a large update, read about it on their website:
leathernecksimulations.com



[h2]Development Report[/h2]


DCS: Supercarrier is the most detailed and realistic simulation of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier ever created. In total, the US Navy manufactured 10 Nimitz class ships. Our product will include all 5 vessels of the Theodore Roosevelt sub-class: CVN-71 Theodore Roosevelt, CVN-72 Abraham Lincoln, CVN-73 George Washington, CVN-74 John C Stennis, CVN-75 Harry S. Truman. We know that you have waited a long time for this complex module to deliver. The workload has been intense and we would like to thank all of those who put in the extra hours needed to meet this ultimate deadline, you know who you are. We are confident this powerful new module will inspire every one of us.

This week marks the completion of the first set of features for DCS: Supercarrier. Read about the detailed list of features available in DCS: Supercarrier Early Access.



[h2]Development Report[/h2]


We had planned to release the A/G radar this week but due to technical reasons, this has been moved to 3rd of June.

See development screenshots



[h2]Download Now[/h2]


At Early Access launch, Case 1, Case 2, and Case 3 will be supported. After Early Access will we do additional work to include pattern re-entry after a wave off or bolter, and Automatic Carrier Landing (ACL) support.

If you do not own the Supercarrier module, you will not be able to spawn on the deck to take off or catch an arresting wire to land. You would also not be able to take advantage of the new radio communications, the Ready Room, LSO, Station, and Air Boss Station.

Benefit from the Early Access discount and save 20% on DCS: Supercarrier.

Thank you all again for hanging in there with us. You make our dreams come true!

Kind regards,

The Eagle Dynamics Team

[h2]Last chance[/h2]


The Free for All event has been one of our most rewarding yet, bringing together our global community of developers, aviators and enthusiasts who enjoy trial access to all of our modules. It has provided an opportunity to showcase skills, gain expertise and given us a chance to learn as we work and to build a better flight combat experience.

Please note that the Steam Free For All Sale started on the 13th and will continue until the 27th of May. Enjoy!



[h2]Development Report[/h2]


The release of DCS: Supercarrier into Early Access required dozens of our teammates to ensure operations are as realistic as possible. A special review version of Supercarrier has been delivered to a number of journalists and opinion leaders and we expect some early feedback in the coming week.

DCS: Supercarrier will support English, Russian, German, French and Chinese.

We continue to debug multiplayer components for large servers and tune AI landing behaviour. Deck crew logic, deck lighting and final model textures are also being enhanced.



[h2]Virtual Airshow[/h2]


This Sunday 17th of May, the Virtual Airshows Group will take to the sky for the Wings Over Tbilisi 2020 virtual airshow. We encourage you to sit back and enjoy this marvellous display of accuracy and coordination, only in DCS World. Tune in on Twitch.

With this hopefully, successful loosening of ‘lockdown’ we trust you will remain healthy and happy. Thank you again for all your dedication to DCS World!

Yours sincerely,

The Eagle Dynamics Team