DCS World Steam Edition News

[h2]Lunar Sale[/h2]
[h3]Last chance![/h3]



This is your last chance to home in on savings across our entire product range and the massive 50% discount on most of our modules on our Store. Exceptions are;

Modules with 30% discount

• DCS: A-10C II Tank Killer
  
• DCS: F-16C Viper
  
• DCS: F/A-18C Hornet
  
• DCS: JF-17 Thunder
  
• DCS: Supercarrier
  
• DCS: Channel
  
• DCS: Mi-24P Hind
  

DCS: F-14A/B Tomcat at 25% discount

Campaigns with a 30% discount

• DCS: A-10C Operation Persian Freedom Campaign
  
• DCS: AV-8B Sky Warrior Campaign
  
• DCS: F/A-18C Rising Squall Campaign
  
• DCS: F/A-18C Persian Lion Campaign
  
• DCS: Ka-50 2 Pandemic Campaign
  
• DCS: Mi-8MTV2 Crew Part 1 Campaign
  

[h2]Mi-24P Hind[/h2]
[h3]Development Progress[/h3]



Because much of our Mi-24P team has been assisting with the AH-64D project, you may have noticed that updates have been slim recently. Nevertheless, we do have good progress in the weapons department. Work on the rear gunner cabin is finished, and we are working on the gunner model itself and AI behaviour. The rear cabin will contain a Kord 12.7 mm heavy machine gun that you may have tried in DCS: Mi-8MTV2.

Apart from rear gunner position, we are making good progress on integration of the R-60 air-to-air missile. The design of the cockpit panel and functionality aspects of this missile is almost feature complete. We are planning to make this missile available before remodeling IR-missile guidance in DCS.
In the avionics systems department, we have finished work on "Greben" course navigation system code refactoring. We have also worked on the magnetic adjustment capabilities of the KM-2 panel in the front cockpit.

[h2]B-1B Lancer[/h2]
[h3]Development Progress[/h3]



First envisioned in the 1960s as a platform to combine Mach 2 speeds with the payload of a B-52H Stratofortress, the B-1B has supported U.S. and NATO military forces in Afghanistan and Iraq since the early 1990s.

For the B-1B Lancer, a 3D model of The Lockheed Martin Sniper Advanced Targeting Pod (ATP) AN/AAQ-33 was added. We have started animating the B-1B elements. You can see some elements in Development Screenshots.

We are also working on updating many other AI-aircraft models to 2022 DCS standards and look forward to sharing progress with you soon.

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,


Eagle Dynamics Team

[h2]DCS Open Beta[/h2]
[h3]Development Report[/h3]



In Open Beta 2.7.10, fixes and additions have been added to both DCS core and modules. A number of AI-related bugs and crashes have been fixed, and the Messages History log is a new feature that enables you to find all previous radio and trigger messages.

The DCS: F-16C now has Dive Toss (DTOS) bombing mode, and the long version ALQ-184 ECM pod has been added. Please watch the details in Matt Wagner’s Viper tutorial series: DCS: F-16C Viper | DTOS. The F-14A/B Tomcat’s AIM-54 Phoenix now boasts refined and corrected performance based on updated CFD data analysis.

Improvements have also been made to the DCS: M-2000C Mirage autopilot. Significant fixes and additions to DCS: JF-17 Thunder, DCS: AV-8B NightAttack, DCS: MiG-19P Farmer, and other aircraft have also been made. A number of additions are also included in our paid campaigns. Read the full changelog.


[h2]FLIR[/h2]
[h3]Development Progress[/h3]



For air, land, and sea units and terrain objects, we are developing special thermal textures with several channels that allow heat signatures to adjust based on the activity of the unit, time of day, ambient air temperature, and more. For example, when the engine is started, the engine compartment and exhaust system begin to heat up. After driving, the undercarriage, transmission, wheels and tracks also heat up. Guns and launchers also cool down smoothly with inactivity.

This will be implemented for modules that use modern FLIR sensors, such as the AH-64D, F-16C, A-10C, and F/A-18C.


[h2]Lunar Sale[/h2]
[h3]Now on Steam[/h3]



The Steam Lunar Sale will run until the 3rd of February at 18:00 GMT. It is with great pleasure that we bring you 50% savings across our entire range apart from the modules and campaign exceptions below which are at 30%. Please remember, our Shop sale will run until the 7th of February at 15:00 GMT.

Modules with 30% discount

• DCS: A-10C II Tank Killer
  
• DCS: F-16C Viper
  
• DCS: F/A-18C Hornet
  
• DCS: JF-17 Thunder
  
• DCS: Supercarrier
  
• DCS: Channel
  
• DCS: Mi-24P Hind
  

• DCS: F-14A/B Tomcat at 25% discount
  

Campaigns with a 30% discount

• DCS: A-10C Operation Persian Freedom Campaign
  
• DCS: AV-8B Sky Warrior Campaign
  
• DCS: F/A-18C Rising Squall Campaign
  
• DCS: F/A-18C Persian Lion Campaign
  
• DCS: Ka-50 2 Pandemic Campaign
  
• DCS: Mi-8MTV2 Crew Part 1 Campaign
  

This is your chance to land a great deal on a map, aircraft or both!

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,


Eagle Dynamics Team

[h2]AH-64D[/h2]
[h3]Status[/h3]



In order to polish the aforementioned outstanding items, we require more development time into the 1st quarter of the year. We fully appreciate how eager you are to jump into your AH-64D cockpits and we apologise for this added waiting time. We are committed to a quality product at release and kindly assure you it is worth the wait.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fnn-UROuDbU

[h2]AH-64D Pilot[/h2]
[h3]Development Progress[/h3]



We have prepared In Development Screenshots of the recent improvements being made to the pilot model, helmet and gestures. Since the last progress update we have reviewed the overall shape based on a real service helmet - it is quite the piece of kit. We are also working on gesture animations for both the Pilot and Co-Pilot Gunner.

The combat uniform of the aircrew is nearing completion and we look forward to presenting you with two camouflage options. The first is a universal early period camouflage pattern, based on or around the 2005 spec. The pilots' equipment will include a bulletproof vest, an unloading vest, a pouch with a first aid kit, an M4 mag pouch, belts, and a radio. The texture of the helmet is made in such a way that you can draw your individual skins, stickers, attach patches and country flags.

Final work on the liveries are available here. We look forward to your feedback.


[h2]DCS World[/h2]
[h3]Lunar Sale 2022[/h3]



It is with great pleasure that we announce our DCS World 2022 Lunar Sale as well as our participation in the upcoming Steam Sale. Most modules are available with up to 50% savings. Check out the details

Modules with 30% discount

• DCS: A-10C II Tank Killer
  
• DCS: F-16C Viper
  
• DCS: F/A-18C Hornet
  
• DCS: JF-17 Thunder
  
• DCS: Supercarrier
  
• DCS: Channel
  
• DCS: Mi-24P Hind
  

Campaigns with a 30% discount

• DCS: A-10C Operation Persian Freedom Campaign
  
• DCS: AV-8B Sky Warrior Campaign
  
• DCS: F/A-18C Rising Squall Campaign
  
• DCS: Ka-50 2 Pandemic Campaign
  
• DCS: Mi-8MTV2 Crew Part 1 Campaign
  

We hope you will take advantage of this prolonged DCS Lunar Sale period which will last until the 7th of February at 15:00 GMT on our E-Store.

Thank you again for your passion, patience and support,

Yours sincerely,


Eagle Dynamics Team

[h2]MB-339A[/h2]
[h3]Evaluation[/h3]



The MB-339 also took part in the Falklands-Malvinas war with the Armada de la República Argentina (Argentina Navy) and was also used by the Eritrean Air Force in various roles, against rebels, smugglers, and even against the Ethiopian Air Force.

Today, the MB-339 is also used by “Al Fursan” (“The Knights”) UAE’s national aerobatic team and by the “Frecce Tricolori” Italian national aerobatic team. The MB-339 is the only jet aircraft capable of performing the famous Lomcovák manoeuvre.

The MB-339 for DCS aims to be the most realistic simulation of this aircraft ever made for PC, not only in terms of system functionality and performance but especially flight model. Currently, the aircraft is in it’s internal test phase and is continuously being improved as new features are being added.


[h2]F4U-1D Corsair[/h2]
[h3]Development Report[/h3]



Magnitude 3 is currently working on detailed cockpit illumination and warnings which should reflect which specific lights are turned on, their intensity and the phosphorus radium glow variability of each instrument.

The airframe’s damage model is in the early stage of development whereas the flight model and systems are mostly complete, and being fine-tuned to a high degree of realism.



The Essex Class Carrier is nearing completion and features working lifts, a detailed and functioning hangar and damage model. The final stage of development for implementation of the hydraulic catapults utilising the bridal cables is being worked on.


[h2]DCS World[/h2]
[h3]3D Models[/h3]



We are happy to provide you with progress on the new models for the B-1B Lancer, B-52H Stratofortress and S-3B Viking. These will be available free as part of DCS. In the above screenshot you may notice the open bomb bay stations used to carry general purpose bombs, torpedoes and other special stores. More screenshots here.

We hope this update will give you insight into some of the interesting new models coming soon.

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,


Eagle Dynamics Team

[h2]WWII Improvements [/h2]
[h3]Development Progress[/h3]



In the Latest Open Beta 2.7.9 Release, we added C-47 to the DCS: WWII Assets Pack. You may also notice the new RP-3 rockets on the Mosquito. A number of long awaited graphical issues are also included, especially for the FW 190 Dora and Anton. We look forward to your comments.


[h2]AH-64D[/h2]
[h3]Development Progress[/h3]



The Stability and Command Augmentation System (SCAS) systems are similar in some ways to those in DCS: Mi-8MTV2 and DCS: Mi-24P. These complex systems are currently in advanced development and one of our highest priorities for our AH-64D to perform and “feel” like the real thing.

In parallel, we are also implementing the initial damage model with its effect on systems: flight control, and damage and detachment of surfaces, tail boom, stub wings, and main landing gear.

A very useful page of the MFDs is the Tactical Situation display (TSD) for both navigation and points. To get started with this powerful tool, please check out the most recent videos in the DCS: AH-64D tutorial series by Matt Wagner in the DCS: AH-64D | TSD Points and DCS:AH-64D I TSD Navigation

[h2]Merch Drop[/h2]
[h3]Winter Sale 2021[/h3]



It is with great pleasure that we are able to announce our participation in the 2021 Steam Winter Sale. Most of our best selling products are available with up to 50% discount. We are thrilled to end a successful year with overwhelming enthusiasm from our community. To celebrate, please enjoy the launch of our Pilot’s Line of Merchandise.

We are excited for what will be in store next year, and we thank you for making our dreams come true. Remember, our DCS Store Winter Sale will be on-going until the 10th of January 2022 at 15:00 GMT.

Merry Christmas from our entire team, we wish you much health, love and happiness. See you in the New Year! 2022 & Beyond Trailer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dtmGCYeipas

Thank you for your passion and support,

Yours Sincerely,


Eagle Dynamics Team