Combat Flight Sim (DCS, IL-2, RoF, CAP2, and a bit of WT)

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  1. Aspius

    Aspius Well Liked Hirdman

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    Kept thinking "Shut your damn canopy you fool!"
     
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    Aspius Well Liked Hirdman

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    IL-2 BoM:

    Bf 109 F-2, IL-2 model 1941 and Pe-2 series 35 should be avaible for testing soon

    DCS:

    Leatherneck Simulations announced that they are working on a AJS-37 and F4U-1D. They also mentioned that the F4U-1D will work as a stepping stone towards a larger theatre of war.

    Razbam have started work on a Emb-312 Tucano

    Aviodev have started working on a Mirage F1
     
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    Aspius Well Liked Hirdman

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    Dear Pilots!

    2015 was an important year for DCS World with the introduction of new Eagle Dynamics Modules like DCS: L-39 Albatros, DCS: NEVADA Test and Training Range, and both Su-27 and Ka-50 campaigns. Just as important, we launched our new graphics engine, the ability to support multiple maps, introduction of cooperative multiplayer in the same aircraft, and a rapidly growing number of high quality 3rd party developers. These accomplishments have laid the foundation for great things in 2016 and beyond.

    We also launched the new DCS World website that you can view here:

    http://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/index.php

    On both our Youtube channel and Facbook page, we released many new videos of modules and news updates. Here are some of our favorite highlights:







    Our fundamental goals for DCS World remain unchanged: we aim to build a deeply immersive and accurate world simulation engine that allows you to enjoy the highest levels of fidelity in aircraft operations from WWII onwards, in wonderfully detailed and varied areas of the globe while offering an ever more credible ground simulation experience.

    DCS World 2.0 in 2016 will offer new clouds and weather effects; improved HDR; deferred lighting (more light sources); new FLIR system; an improved Air Traffic Control (ATC) system; enhanced explosions, over-wing vapor, and rain on canopy; procedural grass and vegetation; improved multiplayer with dedicated server support; a new Air Combat Generator with enhanced user control of air-to-air generated missions; new custom overlays option for the Mission Editor, and a new Virtual Reality (VR) tab in Options which will improve the DCS World experience in VR.

    Aircraft Modules

    Eagle Dynamics’s first goal in 2016 is to wrap up the L-39 Albatros with the addition of the L-39ZA version along with the addition of interactive training missions. We will also continue to improve the cooperative multiplayer experience in the L-39 as a testbed for this technology.

    In parallel we continue to work on the F/A-18C Hornet. We are currently working on the cockpit and setting up its functionality. Later in 2016 we plan to release the Hornet as an “Early Access” product that will allow you to participate in early testing.

    Our goals for DCS World War II remain unchanged and are still focused on a stable of WWII aircraft in addition to a 1944 map of Northern France with period ground units. We hope to finish the Spitfire IX in mid-2016 followed by the P-47D at the end of the year. We will also continue to fine-tune the P-51D, Fw 190 and Bf 109.

    To complete the update to all DCS: Flaming Cliffs 3 aircraft, we plan to add a new 3D external model for the MiG-29 with the incorporation of the Professional Fight Models (PFM) to both the Su-33 and MiG-29.

    In the first half of 2016, several new 3rd party aircraft modules will also be launched. These include the F-5E Tiger II by Belsimtek, the SA342 Gazelle by Polychop Simulations, and the AJS-37 Viggen by Leatherneck Simulations.

    Map Modules

    DCS: NEVADA Test and Training Range map is being enhanced with the addition of:

    Tonopah Air Force Base

    New casino/hotels in the Las Vegas strip

    A number of airfields and landing strips in the central (detailed) portion of the map

    The National Training Center (NTC)

    Improved grass and ground clutter

    Plus a host of minor improvements

    We have also been working on the DCS: Strait of Hormuz map with the primary focus on F/A-18C operations. For this release we are working on our new T5 dynamic mesh terrain technology that we believe will bring this map a new dimension in quality and detail.

    The third map being worked on is the 1944 Northern France map. We see this period map as a cornerstone element to create an immersive World War II air combat experience.

    Aircraft Carriers

    We see 2016 as a big year for aircraft carrier operations as we plan to release both Nimitz-class aircraft carrier and Kuznetsov-class aircraft carrier modules. Both of these modules will be incredibly detailed models with working elevators, interior hanger bays, animated ship systems, and the ability to walk around inside the ships. These will be optional modules that would replace the existing ships currently in DCS World.

    New Campaigns

    As we release maps and aircraft, we will also continue to offer new campaign modules. These will include both training and combat scenario campaigns.

    Summary

    We see 2016 as a very exciting time for DCS World with the growth in maps, aircraft, and features. When we include all the new aircraft and map modules being developed by our talented 3rd parties, 2016 will be an exceptional and fun time in the skies of DCS World.


    Sincerely,

    The Eagle Dynamics Team
     
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    Aspius Well Liked Hirdman

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    IL-2: BoS 50% off

    Ju-88 is nearing completion

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    Dihm Speaker of the Word Staff Member Gothi SC Thane

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    The swastika is missing something. I can't quite place my finger on the spot
     
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    Aspius Well Liked Hirdman

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    It looks like that on every german plane. They wanted to include it but they wouldn't have been allowed to sell the game in many countries if they had included it.
     
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    Dihm Speaker of the Word Staff Member Gothi SC Thane

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    I was being too clever. It is missing an 'x', which marks 'the spot'
     
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    Aspius Well Liked Hirdman

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    Not really, it was pretty clear what you meant. I just decided to respond seriously to your joke:D
     
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    Dihm Speaker of the Word Staff Member Gothi SC Thane

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    :unamusedwhale:
     
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    Aspius Well Liked Hirdman

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    Here is a bunch of screenshots of recent releases or upcoming ones.

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    We see 2016 as a big year for aircraft carrier operations as we plan to release both Nimitz-class aircraft carrier and Kuznetsov-class aircraft carrier modules. Both of these modules will be incredibly detailed models with working elevators, interior hanger bays, animated ship systems, and the ability to walk around inside the ships. These will be optional modules that would replace the existing ships currently in DCS World.

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    With the last one i have a challenge for everyone. What plane is it?

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    Aspius Well Liked Hirdman

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    DCS 1.5.3 was released today.

    DCS: L-39 Albatros is no longer in open beta. They have added the L-39ZA and the interactive training missions

     
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    Aspius Well Liked Hirdman

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    So, im wondering if anyone is interested it getting togheter anf playing some Rise of Flight?


    Below is the start of a Career RP story.
    Personal diary of Paul Maistre

    September 1st 1916

    Today i arrived at the Les Moeres airfield to join with the 1ere Escadrille de Chasse. It's a great honor to be assigned to Belgium's first dedicated fighter group. My brother Constant have been assigned with them since June. I met with the commander, Henri Marchand and was also shown the plane i will be flying. A Nieuport 11.C1

    September 2nd 1916

    I did my first mission this morning, a Line Patrol. I was flying as a wingman for my brother. We managed to surprise several planes. Before we were forced to return to our base, i had shot down 4 Fokker E.III and 1 DFW C.V.

    For my actions during this day, i was awarded with the 'Croix de Guerre with Bronze Palm' and 'Military Decoration for Gallantry (Second Class)'
     
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    MostlyHarmless Master of Recruits Staff Member Jarl SC Huscarl

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    DCS: SA342 Gazelle early access was released today!!
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    It requires the new DCS world 2.0 and doesn't work in the older 1.5 (current main version), there were shots of it in DCS 1.5 during earlier testing but it seems they have decided to not use it in the final release version. There is a special going on for the release which gets you both the Gazelle and the new Nevada test range map for $64.99 (normally $49.99 each) if you didn't get it back on the huge sale that DCS did a couple of months ago (like myself who is still kicking himself over missing out on several aircraft and campaigns I wanted to get)
     
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    Aspius Well Liked Hirdman

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    MagnusEffect Administrator Staff Member Jarl SC Huscarl

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    NOW WITH POLL

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    MostlyHarmless Master of Recruits Staff Member Jarl SC Huscarl

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    But Magnus, which one of the 10+ games covered by this thread is the poll for? ;)
     
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    Aspius Well Liked Hirdman

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    I was gonna ask the same thing.

    Also, some other news:

    IL-2 Battle of Moscow have been in beta this month and is getting close to release. I have yet to try the Moscow map though but it looks good.
     
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    MagnusEffect Administrator Staff Member Jarl SC Huscarl

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    Ha.. yeah.. forgot that was a thing with this franchise. Oh well... I guess that's what the comments are for. :p
     
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    Aspius Well Liked Hirdman

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    We are discussing several franchises in this thread. DCS, IL-2, RoF and abit of WT every now and then