What are the chances IL-2 adds VR in game button pushing via mouse/eye tracking similar to DCS?

[AuburnAlumni]

IL-2 is by far my go to VR flight simulator..but I do really enjoy the DCS feature in game of being able to actually push buttons, use levers, etc by simply mousing over them (or in VR look at them via my headset then select).  

 

As one downside of VR for many people is not seeing the keyboard..adding a feature similar to DCS would be a huge addition for the VR junkies who don't have the means to use muscle memory on their HOTAS setup, etc.

 

Any ideas of if IL-2 has or is considering a feature upgrade like this?

[AndyJWest]

Not going to happen. As the developers have repeatedly made clear, it would involve far too much work.

 

If you want DCS features, expect to pay DCS prices. 

[dburne]

6 minutes ago, AuburnAlumni said:

IL-2 is by far my go to VR flight simulator..but I do really enjoy the DCS feature in game of being able to actually push buttons, use levers, etc by simply mousing over them (or in VR look at them via my headset then select).  

 

As one downside of VR for many people is not seeing the keyboard..adding a feature similar to DCS would be a huge addition for the VR junkies who don't have the means to use muscle memory on their HOTAS setup, etc.

 

Any ideas of if IL-2 has or is considering a feature upgrade like this?

 

No they are not going to do click pits.

I have most all my controls mapped to my HOTAS that I need.

I use Voice Attack for ai commands.

I have a VKB stick with MCG Pro grip, Warthog Throttle, and even a CH Throttle Quadrant for the extra axis and buttons.

I never have a need to looking at the keyboard.

[AuburnAlumni]

27 minutes ago, dburne said:

 

No they are not going to do click pits.

I have most all my controls mapped to my HOTAS that I need.

I use Voice Attack for ai commands.

I have a VKB stick with MCG Pro grip, Warthog Throttle, and even a CH Throttle Quadrant for the extra axis and buttons.

I never have a need to looking at the keyboard.

You are a rarity.  Most folks aren't going to have that kind of setup which is why I bring it up.

 

I've got the Thrusmaster Warthog and HOTAS setup myself, so I've got all the bells and whistles too.  But still...having the ability to virtually "push and pull" buttons and levers in game would be a welcome addition and should be on IL-2's radar as more and more people start to move to VR piloting.