DCS World Steam Edition News

Dear Customers,

We planned and announced the release of our next Open Beta on the 20th November 2019.

However, due to substantial technical issues faced in the development of certain F-16C Viper features we are compelled to move the Open Beta release to the 27th of November 2019.

As a small bonus for your patience we have prepared a Thanksgiving gift – News of our new VoIP in-game feature:

DCS Voice chat gives our players the possibility to talk within DCS multiplayer sessions without the need to use other applications. It's based on WebRTC technology and brings high-quality audio communication to the game right out of the box.

For the initial release, Voice chat contains one common room and separate rooms for each coalition with free movement between common and chosen coalition rooms. Soon after the release, we'll add support of user-created rooms with the possibility to create a personal audio chat for you and your friends. Also, you can choose to use an open mic or Push-to-talk function.

We have huge plans for further development of the feature including automatically created rooms for multi-crew, radio support with real radio visibility depending on the power of actual radio units and terrain, etc.

Master Server Infrastructure Maintenance
We will have infrastructure maintenance works to be performed on Tuesday, November 19, 2019 from 04:00 to 06:00 UTC. All users will not be able to connect to the DCS Master server and all accounts sessions will be reset. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this short downtime.

Stable Release updated
After a relatively large number of Open Beta updates, we have released a substantial update to the Stable version of DCS World. Among the many highlights of the new Stable version, users will now be able to enjoy the Early Access version of the DCS: F-16C Viper. Other highlights include:

• AGM-62 Walleye II and AWW-13 Data Link Pod for the DCS: F/A-18C Hornet
  
• Many updates and fixes to 3rd Party modules such as the C-101 and M-2000C
  

You can read the entire changelog here.

Our next Open Beta is set for 20 November 2019 and is planned to include:

F-16C Viper features

• Track While Scan (TWS) radar mode
  
• AUTO steerpoint sequence mode
  
• Corrected flight director (sherm) behavior
  
• Functional CMDS (countermeasures) DED page
  
• New stores drag implementation
  
• Initial data link (Link 16 / MIDS)
  
• External lights
  
• Centerline fuel tank
  
• Corrected lock maintenance when switching master mode
  
• Corrected radar lock-only RWR indication
  
• Corrected INS steerpoint change
  
• Corrected HMCS enable/disable HOTAS command
  

F/A-18C Hornet features

• Aft Pod Antenna Option
  

Following the 20 November 2019 Open Beta, we will heavily focus on the Hornet to include such items as Track While Scan (TWS) and AACQ radar modes, updates to the targeting pod, and updates to existing weapons systems and countermeasures.


Development Report #5
Supercarrier - "Population" of our new aircraft carrier is not limited to the flight deck but also the sailors and pre-flight crew of the island. Following the early access release, it will later it will be possible to occupy the Air Boss and Landing Signal Officer (LSO) locations in both 2D and VR. All of this will be available in the new DCS: Supercarrier module. In the meantime, please enjoy these work-in-progress images.



Spitfire Sound Updates - We have greatly improved all the Spitfire LF Mk.IX engine and propeller sounds. New sounds were recorded from an actual Spitfire Mk.IX and added to the game. Our sound engine factors in altitude, airspeed, engine RPM, manifold pressure, and many other elements. You can hear the dramatic difference from within the cockpit and outside the aircraft. The update is available in the current Open Beta and will be available in today’s Stable version!

Enjoy this video highlighting the updated sounds.
[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]


DCS: M-2000C by RAZBAM Updates - Working closely with the French Air Force, RAZBAM brings you an all-new Mirage 2000C cockpit! This cockpit features all-new textures, radio panel, ECM, NVGs, and much more.



The cockpit mesh has been extensively overhauled with new edge loops for better edging and a doubling of the polygons to improve both the on screen and VR experience.



Using their relationship with the French Air Force 2/5 Squadron, RAZAM has created an M-2000C cockpit that is as close as you can get to the real thing. Using this opportunity, RAZBAM has fixed various inaccuracies by using our latest workflow and tools.



New Features:

• New cockpit model
  
• New cockpit textures
  
• New cockpit lighting
  
• New radio panel
  
• New ECM panel
  
• New Seat Harness
  
• New INS Screen
  
• Added NVG’s with Mount
  
• Added under glare shield lighting assembly
  
• Added flashlight
  

Cockpit Update Video
[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]

The Virtual Festival of Aerobatic Teams 2019

The Virtual Festival of Aerobatic Teams or VFAT is a virtual, international airshow like RIAT or MAKS. The pilots simulate the displays of real aerobatic teams like the Patrouille Suisse, Thunderbirds, Blue Angels, Russian Knights and Blue Impulse; however, many teams also create their own spectacular displays. VFAT is currently the only virtual airshow where such a large group of teams gather to create an event of this size. Spectators can watch the event live using internet streaming technology. VFAT takes place once a year and offers the opportunity for virtual aerobatic teams and solo pilots to present their hard work for the enjoyment of the general public! Watch live Dec. 7th & 8th on https://www.twitch.tv/virtualairshows.

VFAT Video
[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]

Yours sincerely,
The Eagle Dynamics Team

DCS World

• MP. Restored direct connect by IP.
  
• MP. Fixed direct connect by DNS-name.
  
• Fixed assert caused on AWACS reply (F5) in some conditions.
  

DCS M-2000C by RAZBAM

• Cockpit Textures:
  
  - Updated and Added all New textures
  - Added English cockpit livery
  - Changed Textures to match the color of modern Cockpits used today in the Ada
  - Remapped new items and altered existing items older Cockpit Mods will not work![/INDENT]
  
  • 3D Model:
  
  - Removed older VHF Analog Radio
  - Added newer VHF Digital Radio
  - Changed UHF Radio to be more accurate
  - Added Hand Lantern
  - Changed "Sec Carb" Cover to be more accurate
  - Removed Pneumatic Hammers from Canopy Frame (not in operations anymore)
  - Changed Canopy Frame to be more accurate
  - Changed Ejection Seat adjustment operation
  - Changed Ejection Seat Harness
  - Added Gun Camera Wiring
  - Added NVG Filters
  - Added NVG Goggle Mount and Goggles with Carry Bag
  - Removed older Eclair Control Unit
  - Added new ECM Indicator
  - Added/Remodeled various items within the existing 3D model for better edges/shapes and accuracy
  - Added JVN/NVG Switch for Night Operations with NVG
  - Changed the Flood Lights now used with modern Cockpits used today in the Ada[/INDENT]
  
• Coding:
  
  - Added F-16c to RWR database
  - Implemented new Radio
  - Implemented new ECM
  - Changed Radio stations to match real aircraft - Now 1-20
  - Correct Spacing on INS Panel Display
  - Enabled Easy Comms with new radio
  - Enabled new EEF Button to mute warning lights to match real airframe
  - Enabled new NVG’s with multi position interactions
  

DCS AV-8B by RAZBAM

• Cockpit Textures:
  
  - Fixed Spelling mistakes
• Coding:
  
  - Corrected drag index calculations
  - Implemented Bingo for VREST page
  - Implemented Cruise for VREST page
  - Added F-16c to RWR database

Please Note: The focus of this patch is to correct one last crashing issue to prepare for a stable release on Friday, Thanks!

DCS World

• Distant sand storm effect will not overlap a smoke effect that is close to player.
  
• Distant sand storm effect will not overlap a HUD glass.
  
• HUD only view (LAlt+F1). Kneeboard is disabled by default.
  
• Semi active missiles will not produced crash of game in some conditions.
  
• FPS decreases significantly during server list refresh - fixed.
  

DCS C-101 by AvioDev

• Added Fuel Enrichment Button functionality.
  
• Linked C-101EB idle click-spot to throttle model.
  
• Normal brakes are lost now when hydraulic power is lost. Braking only available through parking brake.
  
• Fuel enrichment will only work if engine computer is ON.
  
• Added engine computer failure (manual mode).
  
• Improved clock needles 3D model.
  
• Throttle friction wheel can now be assigned to keyboard and joystick.
  
• Removed throttle friction wheel from rear cockpit.
  

DCS Fw 190 A-8

• Added the ability to assign radiator open/close function to the keyboard
  

DCS F/A-18C Hornet

• Fixed skins: VFA-106 and VFA-106 high visibility.
  

DCS A-10A

• Kneeboard in HUD only view (LAlt+F1) will not overlap TV screen, moved to left side.
  

DCS Ka-50

• Shkval optics will not track targets that are obstructed by buildings.
  

DCS Spitfire IX

• Corrected engine sounds.
  

DCS MiG-19P by Razbam

• Increased automatic flaps up behavior to 500 kmh and allow flaps to come back down when speed is reduced and still commanded down
  
• MiG-19P Paintkit
  
• Russian flight manual
  
• Weathered and Factory fresh cockpit textures officially added. Selectable now from the module special options (you can delete the mod as it´s included in the module now)
  
• New main menu and loading screen wallpapers
  

Campaigns

• UH-1H Worlds Apart - Spring 2025 Campaign by Low-Level-Heaven Mission Development. Updated missions 7, 8, 9.
  
• The Museum Relic Campaign by Apache600. Updated MiG-15 and F-86F skins.
  

Open Beta Update
Due to a statutory holiday in Russia this week, the team enjoyed a much needed day off to recharge and rest, because of this, we were only able to release a smaller update. You can read about it here. This update fixed some critical crashes throughout the game.
Some highlights are:

• F:16C - Fixed crash with rockets firing after selective jettison
  
• F/A:18C - Fixed DCS hangs on SA page.
  
• AIM-7 - Fixed bug that caused the missile seeker to not see chaffs.
  

Development Report #4

• Hornet & Viper: Our focus is currently on cleaning up the F-16C enough to release it to the “stable” version and there are a number of must have items on the to do list notably Track While Scan (TWS), some flight dynamics tuning and cockpit systems developments. Meanwhile, other team members are at work on the Hornet TWS and weapon systems enhancements. We expect a hard push on the Hornet’s radar and targeting pod by the end of the month.
  
  
  
• SA-5 (S-200V) new 3D models: The S-200 (NATO: SA-5 Gammon) is a Russian medium to high altitude long-range heavy surface-to-air missile (SAM) system. A highly-proliferated weapon, it is currently in service in at least 12 countries. The later S-200V, S-200M, and S-200VE use the 5V28 missile. The missile measures 10.7 m in length, 0.86 m diameter, and has a range up to 250 km. The 5V28 uses a proximity fused conventional 217 kg HE warhead with semi-active homing guidance.
  
  
  
  
• Clouds: A very anticipated improvement coming to DCS is already making progress. Just a few of the improvements we are looking to add to this are (the following is subject to change):
  
  • Different cloud types, such as:
    
    • Cumulus
      
    • Сumulonimbus
      
    • Сirrus
      
    • And variations.
      
  • Localized precipitation
    
  • Multiple cloud layers
    
  • Multi-player synchronization
    
  • Lower Performance overhead with minimal to no “pop-in”
    

Yours sincerely,
The Eagle Dynamics Team