Game update2 Sep 2026DCS 2.9.29.27468 HotfixDCS 2.9.29.27468 DCS Core · Fixed “Start Here” window issues in Steam version and some multimonitor configuration · Mission Editor. Fixed incorrect skills for ground vehicles (Client and Player) · Fixed Terrain Object Shadows stuck to "default" no matter what user setting is . · Correction for the takeoff and landing stutter fix application Campaigns DCS: A-10C II Sentry Pacific ’26 - One Last…
New campaign: DCS: P-47D Eagles Rising Campaign by Reflected Campaigns DCS Core Introducing the new menu “Start Here” with special missions for new players. Currently available missions for P-51D, F/A-18C and AH-64D. New missions will be added later. · Fixed Crash related to missions with disembark set from start · Fixed Crash connected to radio settings in some cases · Fixed crash related to r…
Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, Grinnelli Designs opens this issue with a full post-release development report on the DCS: F-100D Super Sabre, covering community-requested improvements, ongoing improvements across the flight model, weapons, and external model, plus a limited-edition vinyl soundtrack and your last chance at the F-100D "Catfish" Collector's Edition. Currenthill is also…
Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, This week, Red Star Simulations takes us inside the latest DCS: MiG-17F development update, covering major progress across aircraft systems, navigation, avionics, and a complete VK-1F engine and sound overhaul. We then continue with a look at the MiG-17F's flight model, damage model, and real-world validation testing against a real MiG-17F, bringing th…
Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, DTC is coming to its first helicopter module. The DCS: AH-64D 's Data Transfer Cartridge brings an expansive feature set to the DCS: AH-64D, including waypoint and threat databases, custom routes, engagement areas, and dual-mission storage for crews operating across large theatres. Learn more below. DCS: AH-64D ’s George AI Pilot is getting sharper. Ne…
Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, This week, we're looking ahead to a new Data Transfer Cartridge feature for the F-16C: customizable MFD color settings, letting you assign over 40 symbology elements across 8 color options for sharper situational awareness in formats like the HSD and HAD. Also this week, the DCS community rallies together for Operation Wags, a two-weekend charity event…
Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, Heatblur's DCS: F-14B(U) Upgrade is here, and it brings the Tomcat into the 2000s with a modernized HUD, JDAM capability, more advanced navigation, and more. Along with the release of the DCS: F-14 Ultimate Edition , this is the most content-rich Tomcat package yet. Read on for the full story. Highlights of this week's DCS 2.9.28.26283 update includes…
Introducing DCS: F-14B(U) by Heatblur Simulations DCS Core AI Aircraft · Fixed. Su-33: after a coldstart take off, there is no option to contact ship ATC for an inbound request. AI Surface · AI Ship. 052C VLS cover animation corrected · Added limit position for stationary radars (If the radar station is positioned incorrectly, you will receive a warning in ME). User Interface · Loadout context…
Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, This week, the DCS community comes together in support of one of our own. Operation Wags is a community-wide charity event backing Matt "Wags" Wagner in his fight against bone marrow cancer, bringing together content creators, developers, and thousands of virtual pilots across two weekends: July 31st–August 2nd and August 7th–August 9th. Whether you fl…
Dear all, We are proud to announce that DCS: F-14B(U) will be released on July 22nd, 2026! For those of you who fly on Steam, we are also happy to announce that the Steam pre-order is now live. The DCS: F-14B Upgrade is Heatblur’s return to the Tomcat in one of its most capable, most exciting, and most evolved forms. Built as an expansion for existing DCS: F-14A/B Tomcat owners, it takes the ai…
Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, Half a century after its maiden flight on February 22nd, 1975, the Su-25 Frogfoot remains one of the toughest, most battle-tested airframes ever to see combat, last year marking its 50th year of service. Our team is reconstructing the Frogfoot from scratch for DCS, bringing every aspects of this important aircraft up to today's visual standards, includ…
Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, Discover new battlefields during the DCS Summer Sale with 50% off all Eagle Dynamics terrains and modules, including DCS: Iraq and DCS: Afghanistan. From modern combat environments to iconic historical locations, now is the perfect time to expand your collection and prepare for the exciting terrain updates still to come. Continue the adventure with doz…
Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, The DCS Summer Sale continues with another week with 50% off all Eagle Dynamics products and great savings across a wide range of third-party aircraft, terrains, and campaigns. From legendary World War II warbirds and maps to popular third-party favorites such as the DCS: Viggen, DCS: JF-17, and DCS: Syria, there are plenty of opportunities to save on…
DCS Core · Potential fix for Windows Regional Format prevents DCS to start for some countries ( · Cargo · Cargo spawned on ships cannot be unloaded - Fixed. · Unloaded crates disappear instantly when dropped on ships - Fixed. Weapons · AIM-7M/MH switched to a new scheme with updated SARH seeker (same modeling level as we have in R-27), advanced filtering and seeker gimbal mechanical model, real…
Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, The DCS Summer Sale 2026 has begun! For a limited time, every Eagle Dynamics-developed aircraft, terrain, technology, and campaign module is available at 50% off, a rare opportunity to build your collection and save big. Joining the sale are many of our third-party partners, with discounts across a huge selection of aircraft, maps, and campaigns. From…
Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, The wait is over! The DCS: F-100D Super Sabre by Grinnelli Designs is now available, bringing one of the most iconic fighters of the early jet age to DCS. Featuring an extensive weapons suite, deeply modelled systems, realistic Cold War-era avionics, and unique capabilities such as Zero Length Launch operations, the F-100D offers a challenging and rewa…
DCS 2.9.27.24969 Introducing DCS: F-100D Super Sabre by Grinnelli Designs New campaign: DCS: A-10C II Sentry Pacific'26 - One Last Ride Campaign by SOB Simulations DCS: F-100D Super Sabre by Grinnelli Designs · Manual additionally available at · Known issue: Gun/Strike Camera do not record when in external view · Known issue: BOLT-117 fuzing not correct DCS Core · Calling Airbase.getDesc() for…
Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, The DCS: F-14B Upgrade by Heatblur Simulations is now available for pre-order at $49.99 USD through both the Eagle Dynamics E-Shop and Heatblur’s website . Expanding the DCS: F-14A/B Tomcat into its modernized 2000s-era configuration, this major upgrade adds important new multirole capabilities while preserving the iconic two-seat experience Tomcat fan…
Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, This is your Last chance to preorder the DCS: F-100D Super Sabre by Grinnelli Designs and save 30%. The newest “Hun” preview dives into the aircraft’s radar warning capabilities and highlights the sights and sounds that defined early jet combat. Catch the latest video and learn more below. If you’re heading to FlightSimExpo in Saint Paul , be sure to v…
Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, We are making good progress on new terrain-optimization methods to reduce install sizes while preserving the visual quality expected from DCS. Early testing is already showing promising disk space savings on larger terrains like DCS: Afghanistan ; more improvements are planned as these methods continue to evolve. More details below. SOB Simulations ret…
Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, The southern region of the DCS: Iraq map continues to take shape with new airfields, cities, industrial zones, and unique landmarks like Kharg Island, the Kuwait Towers, NBK Tower, and Stadium 974. From Desert Storm to modern conflicts, this evolving theatre is steadily coming to life. The northern region of the DCS: North Afghanistan map progresses wi…
Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, Development of the DCS: F-15C Eagle continues to advance following the transition into full production earlier this year. Current efforts are heavily focused on 3D modelling, with advanced photogrammetry and laser scanning helping deliver a highly refined external model and cockpit. More details below. We’re excited to announce that the latest Blender…
DCS 2.9.26.23303 DCS Core · Calling Airbase.getDesc() for the "painted H" pads on Syria & Germany causes the game to crash - fixed . · Crash when connecting to server after mission loading in sim start process - fixed. Weapons · Tweaked Rb-24 and AIM-9E/J/P seeker lock aspect. · Tweaked R-3 and R-13 seeker lock aspect. DCS: AH-64D by Eagle Dynamics · Crashes connected to AI CPG George activitie…
Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, This week’s DCS update brings major improvements across the simulator, including AI, weapons, logistics, and overall stability. The DCS: F-16C , DCS: F/A-18C , DCS: AH-64D , DCS: JF-17 , and more receive notable avionics and gameplay refinements, while many official campaigns have been updated alongside the arrival of three brand-new campaigns. Check o…
DCS 2.9.26.23111.1 New campaigns: · DCS: Spitfire Fight or Die Campaign by Reflected Simulations · DCS: A-10C II Outpost Part II Campaign by Stone Sky · DCS: F-16C Fangs Out Campaign by Fight's On Simulation DCS Core AI Aircraft · B-17G. Strange pitch actions during takeoff run. Pitch is changed several times so the couple of tail wheel bounces appear. Fixed. · AI makes several "rocking wings"…
**STEAM USERS: PREORDER CURRENTLY IS NOT AVAILABLE ON STEAM, WE ARE SORRY FOR THIS INCONVENIENCE ** Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, The long awaited and exceptionally detailed DCS: F-100D Super Sabre by Grinnelli Designs is now open for pre-order on the DCS E-Shop. Known as the “Hun”, this famed Cold War supersonic fighter-bomber delivers a raw, pilot-focused experience that rewards…
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