DCS

[Sokol1]

If just drag game folder probable shortcut in STEAM will stop work.

 

Create a folder somewhere, e.g. D:\Steam Library

 

And in  STEAM right click in DCS shortcut > Properties > LOCAL FILES > MOVE INSTALL FOLDER.

 

 

[Danziger]

10 hours ago, BeastyBaiter said:

A Chinese J11 variant of the Su-27 family was added to FC3 today, it has R-77's.

 

https://forums.eagle.ru/showpost.php?p=3466998&postcount=138 

 

I wonder how many years they were working on that.

[Feathered_IV]

Is it intended for the Caucasus, Vegas or WW2 Normandy map? 

[CanadaOne]

9 hours ago, Sokol1 said:

If just drag game folder probable shortcut in STEAM will stop work.

 

Create a folder somewhere, e.g. D:\Steam Library

 

And in  STEAM right click in DCS shortcut > Properties > LOCAL FILES > MOVE INSTALL FOLDER.

 

 

 

Yeah, I noticed that.  

 

I moved it and then moved it back, now it says it wants to do a 40GB update, and my SSD is showing about that much space being used by something can't see. Like a 40GB file got left somewhere, doing nothing, and is just taking up space. I don't know WTF is going on. I have a 160GB limit of bandwidth per month, and DCS is close to 100.  So I might have to wait and manage things carefully if I uninstall and then re-install again.

 

I appreciate the help though. Maybe I'll try what you are saying and see if that fixed anything, 'cause it's screwed for sure now.

[taffy2jeffmorgan]

HI, I'v been looking at some video and screen shots of what DCS world has too offer, and would appreciate your thoughts about this combat flight sim, and would it be worth that huge download and install and can it be flown by not having to fly in full realism '

 

Cheers 

[LukeFF]

Cmon, there's a whole gigantic topic on DCS right here on this page already.

[taffy2jeffmorgan]

46 minutes ago, LukeFF said:

Cmon, there's a whole gigantic topic on DCS right here on this page already.

Yes, but it's not answering my questions  

[BOO]

Taffy, ignoring the self appointed forum police, DCS is good for Jets and Helos. Every iteration brings issues and bugs but few get in the way of enjoying most of what it has to offer. The quality of the modules varies but things like the A10, Migs, F5 and the Helo's are pretty solid. It is a study sim so you will get most out of it learning the systems but it can be flown "game style" - not sure how many multiplayer servers allow this but certainly in SP. A reasonable rig (for instance an I5 and a 1060) can run it at reasonable settings - to get the most out of it higher specs are recommended. There are many very good campaigns built by the community (although many break on new version releases). Despite it being one of the oldest modules, the A10 is a very absorbing module if you want to learn stuff. 

 

The game uses deferred shading which, as in many other games, causes major issues with the light at night. Without it the graphics look horrible. In daylight its all good.

 

WW2 is a different matter. The damage model is a joke and despite many many mutings about it being fixed soon isn't. Bombs hit the deck and explode. You cannot set delays and they don't "skip". The Normandy map is very heavy on graphics (unplayable for me) but looks great. The Spit - I don't see the fuss. It looks cartoon-ish from the pit. The 109 was good last I used it but is missing tanks and bombs and rockets. The P51 is ok. The Dora less so. The asset pack is limited to a reasonable selection of ground units but very few AI aircraft (the B17 - that's it). The updates and promises of future development are, to me at least, half hearted which I do kinda understand given the history of this whole venture. 

 

Finally, its costly. The basic game has the Caucuses map. Nevada will cost you. Normandy will cost you the WW2 assets pack will cost you and the Hormuz map (when its out) will cost you, some official campaigns will cost you. The free version is good to get a feel but don't judge the quality of the modules from the Su25T or the TP51. The paid units are superior. 

 

Overall, I do think its worthwhile but only for the jets and helos. 

 

Cheers

 

BOO

[taffy2jeffmorgan]

Thanks BOO, That's exactly what i need to know, 

[coconut]

If you are not too interested in the study sim aspect, you can get DCS Flaming Cliffs 3, it's a module with lots of jets, but no clickpits. More accessible, and pretty good value for your money, I would say. Landing the Su-27 on the Russian career is a lot fun.

[Danziger]

My favourite module is the MiG-21Bis. However there isn't a lot to do with it as far as SP "game play" is concerned. "What if" missions intercepting B52s over the Caucuses gets repetitive after a while. Plus you have very long and agonizingly slow and painful development times. The prices are higher for higher fidelity but never finished modules that don't really fit together in any kind of attempt at a specific conflict. For me it's usually a few minutes of fooling around looking at nice eye candy before I'm bored and get back to BoX or RoF.

[bzc3lk]

3 hours ago, coconut said:

If you are not too interested in the study sim aspect, you can get DCS Flaming Cliffs 3, it's a module with lots of jets, but no clickpits. More accessible, and pretty good value for your money, I would say. Landing the Su-27 on the Russian career is a lot fun.

 

Su-33 ?

 

Waiting for their updated Kuznetsov  aircraft carrier , as seen in the video below.

 

 

Edited April 29, 2018 by bzc3lk

[BeastyBaiter]

In the realm of DCS, we can break it into 4 basic camps:

 

1) WW2 and Korea: This is largely not worth bothering with imho. The damage modeling, AI and AI units (Korea mainly) are terrible to non-existent. From a combat sim perspective, it's the worst combat flight sim I have ever played. Even War Thunder is more realistic, sad as that is. However, the individual aircraft in isolation are lovingly modeled. If you want to do sight seeing and stunts in WW2/Korean War aircraft, then it is possibly the best flight sim to do that in. Just keep in mind it's more on the civil side than combat side, so think FSX and XPlane alternative.

 

2) Flaming Cliffs 3: This is a collection of modern jets that are modeled in slightly less detail than BoX models its aircraft. Flight models are generally good but systems are highly abstracted, no click pits here. This is where I recommend most players start given the variety of aircraft and inclusion of numerous campaigns and training missions for them. They are also generally the most capable fighters in the game, and so are a go to for any sort of MP mission in the air to air role.

 

3) Study sim modern-ish planes. These planes encompass everything from the old MiG-21 Bis to the reasonably current A-10C. Like the WW2 planes, they are lovingly detailed but unlike the WW2 stuff, they fit the game's core set of assets. Additionally, though the AI maybe terrible at gun fighting, it's pretty decent at missile slinging. So the AI here is perfectly acceptable imho. Damage modeling deficiencies are also hidden due to the raw power of the weapons being used.

 

4) Choppers: If you like  choppers, DCS is the place to be. Whether you want to sling load A/C units onto building roof tops with a Huey or you want to wipe out a tank division with an attack helicopter, there is only one worthwhile option.

[angus26]

On 4/29/2018 at 11:39 AM, BeastyBaiter said:

Choppers: If you like  choppers, DCS is the place to be. Whether you want to sling load A/C units onto building roof tops with a Huey or you want to wipe out a tank division with an attack helicopter, there is only one worthwhile option.

I was wondering, I have a joystick currently, but no throttle. Do I need a throttle/or similar control (other than keyboard) for the collective and throttle? I’d really like to get into helicopters in dcs but not sure if I need any physical equipment.

[AndyJWest]

17 minutes ago, angus26 said:

I was wondering, I have a joystick currently, but no throttle. Do I need a throttle/or similar control (other than keyboard) for the collective and throttle? I’d really like to get into helicopters in dcs but not sure if I need any physical equipment.

 

For helicopter collective I'd say an axis control is more or less essential. You will find yourself making small adjustments constantly in the hover, and trying to do that with a keyboard would be sheer masochism.  The helicopter throttle isn't used much in any of the DCS choppers, as it is largely automated.

[9./JG27golani79]

I'd also recommend rudder pedals for helos.

[BeastyBaiter]

For choppers, collective takes the role of throttle. The actual throttle is typically only messed with during engine start and is usually an on or off type of thing. A twisty stick is also just fine. Rudder pedals are nice but not required.

[angus26]

Thanks everyone for the assistance, greatly appreciate the help. 

[DerNeueMensch]

If anyone thinks about buying the Mig-15 - I can only recommend it. And it also works well against Harrier/Viggen/F-5. There are two servers, where you can fly it, one Korea (Seaquark) and one 70s Server(ACG). 

 

[Tuesday]

33 minutes ago, DerNeueMensch said:

If anyone thinks about buying the Mig-15 - I can only recommend it. And it also works well against Harrier/Viggen/F-5. There are two servers, where you can fly it, one Korea (Seaquark) and one 70s Server(ACG). 

 

 

Whole heartedly agree about the MiG-15 (and F-86, for that matter). 

 

Lots of fun and translates well from the WW2 aircraft.

 

PS. nice video and shooting.

[=362nd_FS=Hiromachi]

It's nothing new but I havent seen it posted here yet and some might be interested: https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=207133

Basically a small Q&A with Nick Grey from The Fighter Collection, who is the new CEO and owner of ED (as stated Nineline). On another occasion Nineline also confirmed that company which made Normandy map is now working on map of Syria. 

Not sure how I feel about the last one since I feel like Normandy requires a bit of work on optimization and additional content first. I have about 15-20 FPS more on 2.5 Caucasus than on Normandy so it would be nice to see more effort there. 

 

On 23.04.2018 at 10:01 PM, 216th_Lucas_From_Hell said:

Looking mighty fine!

I got another one for you

[Monostripezebra]

Loving beeing between poles? It´s a viggen thing you wouldn´t understand!

 

 

[Legioneod]

On 4/21/2018 at 4:05 PM, Jade_Monkey said:

DCS P-47D cockpit [work in progress]

 

Even if it's one of my favorite planes, i doubt I'll get it in DCS. Gonna wait for Bodenplatte.

 

 

I know it's not an in-game screen but it looks so dang good, hope the Il-2 pit will look similar. I haven't been disappointed so far except for maybe the lack of grime and wear in the Il-2 pits.

Edited May 6, 2018 by Legioneod

[MiloMorai]

Now if only their code would be up to the standard of their graphics.

[Monostripezebra]

Thorough and serious testing of the helo-rescue mechanics as they are implemented in DCS 2.5 ;=)

 

 

[angus26]

Seeing as there is an ongoing sale of WWII aircraft in DCS, I was wondering, is the spitfire IX worth it?

[Legioneod]

45 minutes ago, angus26 said:

Seeing as there is an ongoing sale of WWII aircraft in DCS, I was wondering, is the spitfire IX worth it?

I think it's worth it, though it is very slow and can be a bit twitchy but once you get used to it it's very nice to fly.

[dburne]

1 hour ago, angus26 said:

Seeing as there is an ongoing sale of WWII aircraft in DCS, I was wondering, is the spitfire IX worth it?

 

I have enjoyed it. A little tougher to handle on the ground, but a joy to fly.

[nirvi]

First Hornet press-releases are out to some youtubers/streamers:

 

 

 

[Legioneod]

1 hour ago, nirvi said:

First Hornet press-releases are out to some youtubers/streamers:

 

 

 

 

Nice, can't wait to fly it and do some carrier ops with it. Tomcat will be another great one to fly when it comes out.

[Picchio]

Dammit, I don't want the Hornet, I want the Tomcat, I don't want the Hornet, I want the Tomcat... Tomcat!

And which map, after HB's latest announcement? Tired of Caucasus but I hope campaign/mission makers do focus on one map alone, I don't want to buy the Gulf just to have payware campaigns (read Maple Flag training campaigns here, which I absolutely adore) made for Nevada... what do I do?

[SCG_Space_Ghost]

Best way to get over all the incongruities/inconsistencies in DCS is to uninstall it and not fall victim to the hype/marketing again.

 

17 hours ago, angus26 said:

Seeing as there is an ongoing sale of WWII aircraft in DCS, I was wondering, is the spitfire IX worth it?

 

Not unless you feel like spending 2 to 3 times more on purchasing a map, assets and a campaign to fly.

 

Otherwise, you'll learn how to flip some switches, shoot down a 109 or two in the quick missions that come with it and get bored when you realize DCS doesn't do much more than that... Especially for a WWII-centric sim pilot.

Edited May 8, 2018 by Space_Ghost

[angus26]

24 minutes ago, Space_Ghost said:

Best way to get over all the incongruities/inconsistencies in DCS is to uninstall it and not fall victim to the hype/marketing again.

 

 

Not unless you feel like spending 2 to 3 times more on purchasing a map, assets and a campaign to fly.

 

Otherwise, you'll learn how to flip some switches, shoot down a 109 or two in the quick missions that come with it and get bored when you realize DCS doesn't do much more than that... Especially for a WWII-centric sim pilot.

I have never purchased a dlc for dcs, and I simply enjoy cruising around in a well modeled  cockpit, I don't ever plan to "fall victim" to the marketing, and I just wanted to know if it was worth it. I mean that's your opinion, and your certainly have a right to dislike the game, as it seems they emphasize hype a lot, and later don't fulfill some promises (at least under my own impression). (simply put, I just want to see If anyone enjoyed the way it handled) I just wanted to dip my balls in an aircraft other than the default p-51 trainer. 

[SCG_Space_Ghost]

25 minutes ago, angus26 said:

I have never purchased a dlc for dcs, and I simply enjoy cruising around in a well modeled  cockpit, I don't ever plan to "fall victim" to the marketing, and I just wanted to know if it was worth it. I mean that's your opinion, and your certainly have a right to dislike the game, as it seems they emphasize hype a lot, and later don't fulfill some promises (at least under my own impression). (simply put, I just want to see If anyone enjoyed the way it handled) I just wanted to dip my balls in an aircraft other than the default p-51 trainer. 

 

I find most of the DCS FM/ground modeling to be highly caricatured and tabular rather than dynamic but YMMV. The cockpits are nice but if I got my jollies that way I'd probably be balls deep in a GA sim.

 

I have the P-51D, Bf 109 K-4, Fw 190 D-9 and quite a few of the Cold War/Gulf War era aircraft. Been around DCS on and off. When the shiny cockpits wore off I never found even the slightest reason to stick around past that.

[angus26]

1 minute ago, Space_Ghost said:

 

I find most of the DCS FM/ground modeling to be highly caricatured and tabular rather than dynamic but YMMV. The cockpits are nice but if I got my jollies that way I'd probably be balls deep in a GA sim.

 

I have the P-51D, Bf 109 K-4, Fw 190 D-9 and quite a few of the Cold War/Gulf War era aircraft. Been around DCS on and off. When the shiny cockpits wore off I never found even the slightest reason to stick around past that.

That's a whole lot of aircraft. Ill probably just stick to my TF-51, its just a nice change from the other non clickable aircraft we see in other sims. Thanks for your advice mr space man 

[LLv24_SukkaVR]

1 hour ago, Space_Ghost said:

Best way to get over all the incongruities/inconsistencies in DCS is to uninstall it and not fall victim to the hype/marketing again.

 

If there was some other sim where i could fly Huey, A-10C, F-14, F/A-18C then why not. But since there is no alternative sim, DCS the only way to go. And while there is not much SP content, coop missions with friends is where i spend most of my time. And its going to be even more awesome with multi crew aircraft like Tomcat. DCS has its faults like every game does, and the asset pack cancer was really bad choice from ED but i think the game doesn't deserve all this bashing. ED's choice to make WW2 content was a mistake IMO but when it comes to helicopters and modern aircraft DCS is the best combat sim in the market.

[Trooper117]

If you have the spare cash, get the Spit... I find it a nice plane to fly.

[DD_Arthur]

Didn't realise 'til last night but the F/A18 is flying around as AI only in my copy of FC3

 

 

[Blooddawn1942]

Matt stated, that the Hornet and the Persian Gulf map are both going to be released this Month!

 

 

[Monostripezebra]

Having some fun with Helos

https://www.reddit.com/r/hoggit/comments/8ifw28/with_the_upcoming_f18_crash_surge_chopper_pilots/

https://www.reddit.com/r/floggit/comments/8iim7o/when_we_just_want_too_much/

 

Edited May 10, 2018 by Monostripezebra