DCS World Steam Edition News

[h2]Mi-24 HIND[/h2]
[h3]Pre-order now[/h3]



Known for its great exploits by the airborne units of the Soviet Army during the 1980 Soviet–Afghan War, the Hind is tough, durable and packs a heavy punch.

DCS: Mi-24P Hind is a simulation of the legendary Mi-24 attack helicopter developed in the USSR and first introduced operationally in 1972. It has seen extensive action over the past 40 years as an effective combat air support helicopter. Fast, reliable and loved by pilots, this incredible machine still serves in more than 50 countries!

Work is progressing steadily and we are excited to announce the list of features planned for Early Access release.

Key Features of DCS: Mi-24P Hind
On pre-order/early access:

• Professional flight dynamics and engine modelling with high precision characteristics of the real aircraft in all ranges of altitude, temperature and speeds for different weights and flight configurations.
  
• Two 6DOF highly detailed cockpits (RU and EN versions available)
  
• Fully clickable cockpits with interactive control of all onboard systems with mouse
  
• Multi-crew. Second crew member can be another player or “Petrovich” AI (basic AI level during early access phase)
  
• Detailed modeling of the entire electrical, fuel, hydraulic, anti-icing, fire protection, SAS, autopilot and radio systems
  
• Full modeling of armament and weapons systems with ability to use 30mm cannon, unguided rockets (S-8, S-13, S-24B) and bombs from both cockpits in addition to the guided ATGM 9M114 operated by forward seated pilot-operator.
  
• Standard Russian new and weathered liveries in addition to Iraqi and Syrian schemes
  
• Early Access manual Russian and English versions
  
• Training missions
  

On release:

• Cargohold gunner with KORD machine gun.
  
• Advanced “Petrovich” AI features for pilot or pilot-operator seats.
  
• Addition of ATGM 9M120 (HEAT and HE versions) and R-60M air to air missiles.
  
• Sling cargo operations
  
• Advanced damage modeling
  
• Additional liveries and livery template.
  
• Manual in Russian and English (full list of languages is TBD)
  
• Campaign by Eagle Dynamics
  

Pre-order DCS: Mi-24 Hind now and save 30% on our eShop. ( Currently there is no pre-order on steam, we are working with steam to resolve this )

The Mi-24P Early Access is planned for release in the 2nd quarter of 2021.



We are currently working on new reflections using extended pre-calculated light technology.



The Mi-24P cockpit is roomy, pressurised and chemically and biologically filtered, making it a comfortable place to fight and operate in.



The multi crew mode will be available from Early Access and will unveil our initial “Petrovich” AI.



We look forward to sharing more information closer to the Early Access release in late Q2 2021. One of our top priorities will be the interaction and infrastructure for Commander and Operator AI.

Thank you for all your trust, support and enthusiasm.

Yours Sincerely,


Eagle Dynamics Team

[h2]Mossie[/h2]
[h3]Early Access[/h3]



All systems and components have been modelled in excruciating detail and include the recent cooling system updates that were made to DCS: P-47D Thunderbolt.

Early Access Features;

• High-quality external 3D model
  
• 6 Degree of Freedom fully clickable cockpit with latest visual effects
  
• Flight Dynamics based on official reports, our own CFD research and pilot feedback
  
• Full Fuel system and optional external tanks
  
• Full electrical system
  
• Full hydraulic and pneumatic system
  
• Propeller feathering

Early Access Armament:

• 4 British Browning .303 machine guns
  
• 4 Hispano 20mm guns
  
• 250lbs and 500lbs bombs in the bomb bay and under each wing

The damage model for the Mossie considers the internal wood structure of the airplane and uses each internal element of the aircraft - oil, air, hydraulic and cooling systems, engine, throttle, trim, and the airframes main strength spars and stringers to calculate the visual damage.

We are now able to consider all these factors, which in turn enables us to more accurately simulate damage to the airframe and the effects on the flight model. For example, damage to the wing skin will lead to a decrease in the lift and cause more drag, damage to the spar will cause strength reduction and potentially wing snap under certain strains.

We look forward to sharing further progress, please check out In Development Screenshots.



When the Mossie becomes available in Early Access, we will be considering feedback from the community and working on the next stages of development.

Features coming after Early Access:

• Rockets armament
  
• Radio units T1154 (transmitter) & R1155 (receiver)
  
• The historical accurate navigation system for WWII aircraft
  
• Controllable AI navigator/radio operator

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



We are currently improving in cockpit reflections using our new pre-calculated ray tracing technique. This enhancement will be deployed to other modules in the near future.



We are adjusting the sight line direction controls and missile guidance from the operator's seat.



The operator AI features are being tested and debugging is going smoothly.


[h2]Zone 5[/h2]
[h3]Reflected Simulations[/h3]



‘Bio’ entered the US Navy in 1979, and he boasts a 20-year long career. Barnek has over 2,500 F-14 Tomcat flight hours with 688 carrier landings. His logbook also records 450 instruction flight hours in the F-5E Tiger II.

Key Features:

• 13 campaign missions
  
• Realistic challenges based on real life training
  
• Over a thousand specially recorded voice-overs, featuring the voice of Jester AI
  
• Custom squadron paint schemes
  
• Briefings and debriefings written and read by Bio himself
  
• Unique kneeboard graphics
  
• Detailed briefings and briefing cards, including separate PDFs for each mission
  
• Checklists, and in-flight guides
  
• 3 instant action practice scenarios
  

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1536954/DCS_F14A_Zone_5_Campaign/?curator_clanid=4471395

This campaign gives a taste of 1980s air combat training and is fun and challenging. We hope you will enjoy this update to the World War II era product range and look forward to your constructive feedback, which helps us deliver better products.

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Your sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics Team

[h2]P-47D Livery[/h2]
[h3]Winners[/h3]



We would like to extend a special thanks to all the participants in the P-47D Thunderbolt Livery Competition. Our ten winners are listed below, with MateusOV having two liveries included.

Mike Busutil: WarChief
MateusOV: Commemorative Livery & Big Bird II
Sydy: 1st Brazilian Ftr Sq-Jambock A1
danperin: 61st FS 8th AF HV-Z
Waynos: RAF Thunderbolt
Giskvoosk: Chief Ski-U-Mah
EL_LEJI: 5th Emergency Rescue Squadron
BoNidle: The Trojan Warhorse
Latart: Lend-Lease
Flanker: P-47 USSR Air Force ( gray - blue )



All winners will receive a copy of DCS: Mosquito FB Mk.VI once Early Access is released.

[h2]Clouds[/h2]
[h3]Development Progress[/h3]



In order to simplify mission creation and weather selection, we have designed a large number of cloud presets which are convenient to select from the Mission Editor. Here are a few thumbnails to give you an idea of what will be available.











[h2]P-47D Thunderbolt[/h2]
[h3]Promotion[/h3]



Thunderbolt pilots often claimed that they could fly the P-47 through a brick wall and live. The P-47 Thunderbolt, nicknamed the Jug, served the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) in both the European and Pacific theaters. In total, 15,636 were built between 1941 and 1945. Many countries including France, the United Kingdom, the Soviet Union, Mexico, and Brazil also operated Thunderbolt to great success.

The P-47D excelled in the role of fighter-bomber due to its heavy armament, rugged construction and Pratt & Whitney R2800 Double Wasp radial engine that was extremely reliable and capable of absorbing serious enemy fire. In addition to the impressive eight .50-caliber machine guns with 425 rounds per gun, the Jug was armed with bombs and rockets in the ground attack role. The P-47 saw action from 1943 in the bomber escort role before being replaced by the P-51 Mustang, which had longer range and higher performance as a fighter.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1120304/DCS_P47D_Thunderbolt/?curator_clanid=4471395

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Your sincerely,


Eagle Dynamics Team

[h2]Stable[/h2]
[h3]Highlights[/h3]



Over the past few weeks we pushed multiple minor campaign fixes out so you could continue enjoying these missions to the fullest. We would like to inform you of a longer than usual update cycle commencing now in the lead up to 2.7.

A few highlights that we would like to point out, which are also now available in Stable;

DCS World

• Cockpit Missile Launch sound update.
  
• Added bulk cargo vessel Handy Wind with helipad
  

DCS: F/A-18C Hornet

• Added GMT/GMTT radar modes
  
• Added SEA Mode for radar
  
• Added functionality for ASPJ (jammer)
  

Singleplayer campaigns now in Stable

• DCS: F/A-18C Operation Pontus
  
• DCS: F-14A/B Zone 5
  
• DCS: F-5E Tiger II Black Sea Resolve ‘79
  
• DCS: AV-8B Sky Warrior Campaign
  
• DCS: F-16C Red Flag 21-1
  
• DCS: F/A-18C Rising Squall
  

Other notable improvements have moved to Stable, read the full changelog.

[h2]Rota Island[/h2]
[h3]Introduction[/h3]



Rota Island is the smallest of the populated islands and the second southernmost island of the Marianas archipelago. Despite the fact that the island had a small Japanese garrison of more than 2000 men during WWII, American troops never invaded it. It was however bombed occasionally by the U.S Navy in attempts to silence Japanese warning transmissions about B-29 Superfortress bomber attacks.



Sinapalo village is the biggest settlement in the island and features Rota International Airport. The single runway was built and manned by the Japanese until the U.S Navy bombed it into disuse at the end of WWII. In September of 1945, the airfield was renovated and extended an impressive 5,000ft to serve as an emergency landing strip.



The Songsong village on the island of Rota is located along the southwestern part of the island. The village has a population of less than 1,000 inhabitants and boasts a recognisable landmark known as Wedding Cake mountain, Mt. Tinubal. The layered rock and capes have been recreated in detail to include the natural dips of volcanic rock structures and the gentle sloping forms of the limestone plateau in the North part of the island.

[h2]Black Sea Resolve ‘79[/h2]
[h3]SorelRo[/h3]



Black Sea Resolve is a fictional, story-based campaign that will test your A/A and A/G skills. Set March 1979, you will fly as part of an F-5E Tiger II squadron and support the independence of the former Soviet Union provinces.

Campaign Features:

• 25 story-driven missions
  
• Over 300 voiceovers
  
• Late 1970's units set
  
• Full-scale conflict that will progress throughout the campaign
  
• A large variety of missions; CAP, CAS, RES-CAP, Iron Hand
  
• Detailed briefings, kneeboard files, and supporting documentation
  

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1536950/DCS_F5E_Black_Sea_Resolve_79_Campaign/?curator_clanid=4471395


Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours Sincerely,


Eagle Dynamics Team

[h2]DCS World [/h2]
[h3]The Clouds[/h3]



We will be rolling out the new Volumetric Clouds with a wide array of preset weather conditions that vary in number of layers, coverage, density, elevations, thickness, precipitation and more.



Following the initial release, the Mission Editor weather tool will be enhanced to allow you to create your own weather presets. We are also pleased to confirm that the new clouds are synchronised for network play.

[h2]DCS: AH-64D [/h2]
[h3]Development Report[/h3]



Here are some of the features that we are currently working on for Early Access. We look forward to giving you an exact date when pre-orders will begin. We expect it to be in the first week of May 2021.

Aircraft Systems

• Powerplants and related systems
  
• Fuel system
  
• Hydraulic and pressurised air systems
  
• Electrical system
  
• Lighting
  
• Flight Instruments
  
• Auxiliary Power Unit (APU)
  
• Autopilot modes
  
• Multipurpose display
  
• MPD pages (ENG, FUEL, etc.)
  
• Keyboard Unit
  
• Enhanced Up Front Display
  
• Fire suppression system
  

The AH-64D is equipped with advanced sensors capable of target detection and engagement at long ranges. Here are some of the Early Access features;

Avionics

• Navigation Subsystem
  
• Embedded Global Positioning
  
• Inertial Navigation system
  
• Doppler radar velocity sensor
  
• Air Data system
  
• Radar Altimeter
  
• Automatic Direction Finder (ADF)
  
• MPD Tactical Situation Display (TSD)
  
• Communication systems
  

The AH-64D is capable of adapting to several roles within the context of close air support tasking. In addition to the 30 mm M230 single-barrel chain-driven autocannon, it can carry external stores and weapons on its stub-wing pylons. Equipment we are planning to release includes;

Mission Equipment
Sighting Subsystem

• Integrated Helmet and Display Sight System (IHADSS)
  
• Modernised Pilot Night Vision Sensor (MPNVS)
  
• Modernised Target Acquisition Designation Sight (MTADS)
  
• Night Vision Goggles (NVG)
  

Armament Systems

• Area Weapons System (M230E1 Automatic Gun)
  
• Rocket Management Subsystem (2.75 Inch Aerial Rocket)
  
• Hellfire Modular Missile System (Semi-Active Laser)
  
• Weapons page
  

Defensive Systems

• One chaff and two flare dispensers
  
• Airborne Survivability Equipment (ASE) page
  
• Common Missile Warning System (CMWS)
  
• Radar Warning Receiver (RWR)
  

Dedicated designers are also working on photo-realistic cockpit details and labels. In parallel, work continues on the external model textures.

The flight model and flight control system are highly complex and demanding. We are confident that the fidelity will be very high at Early Access. Much more information on the development of this sophisticated attack helicopter will be coming soon.

Thank you again for all your passion and support,

Yours Sincerely,


Eagle Dynamics Team