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DCS World Steam Edition
DCS World Steam Edition
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Eagle Dynamics SA · Eagle Dynamics SA
Apr 1, 2019 · 88mo ago

Open Beta update 2.5.4.29167

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Open Beta update 2.5.4.29167 focuses on F-14 Tomcat flight model and system refinements, general stability fixes, and network protocol updates.

Buffs3

  • DCS WorldAIM-54:Improved synchronization of client phantoms for AIM-54 missiles in multiplayer.Improved
  • F-14 Tomcat
    • LANTIRN:Adjusted LANTIRN sensitivity to fog and dust, allowing tracking to be engaged even when dust is enabled.Adjusted
    • Sidewinder:Added Sidewinder circle scan, although it is currently not visually represented.Added

Bug fixes8

  • DCS World
    • Start player seat lock:Fixed a crash occurring when the 'Start player seat lock' trigger was used with an incorrect number.
    • Cruise Missiles:Fixed an issue where ship-launched cruise missiles had an incorrect launch orientation.WrongCorrect
    • Mission Editor:Corrected unit templates for Hawk SAM Batteries, S-300, and Patriot, and fixed the Rapira position name.Corrected
  • F-14 Tomcat
    • Fixed a crash to desktop related to Jester's sound memory allocation.
    • Sidewinder:Corrected the volume input entries for Sidewinder missiles.Corrected
    • Jester:Fixed Jester adding one to the channel number when tuning TAC or ground stations for channels >= 64Y.n+1Correct
    • Jester:Fixed an issue where Jester would swap X and Y coordinates during TACAN manual tuning.X/Y swappedCorrect
  • C-101Telebriefing dimmer:Solved an issue where the telebriefing dimmer would move or obstruct the ADF intercom button.BlockingFixed

Other changes9

  • DCS WorldNetwork protocol has been updated; servers running older versions of the game are no longer compatible.Updated
  • F-14 Tomcat
    • ECM Jam Toggle:Removed the 'ECM Jam Toggle' from the pilot's available inputs.AvailableRemoved
    • Engine:Slightly tuned the core and afterburner thrust for better accuracy.Tuned
    • Engine:Adjusted the efficiency of the engine inlets.Adjusted
    • Engine:Adjusted the probability of compressor stalls and other engine issues while in SEC mode.Adjusted
    • FFB:Redesigned the Force Feedback model to more closely match the aircraft's artificial feel system.Redesigned
    • SEC mode:Fixed SEC mode nozzle behavior so that it is now always commanded closed.Closed
    • HUD:Tweaked the HUD Vertical Velocity Indicator and AoA error (E bracket) for increased realism based on SME feedback.Realistic
  • C-101Updated the Chinese localization for the aircraft.Updated

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Patch history

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  1. DCS 2.9.27.25183.5Jun 23, 2026 · 3w

    Update focusing on missile seeker physics for AIM-7 and R-27, various aircraft bug fixes, and campaign mission refinements.

    +73
  2. DCS 2.9.26.23303May 5, 2026 · 2mo

    DCS 2.9.26.23303 focuses on stability fixes for the core engine and AH-64D, seeker lock adjustments for several missiles, and mission tuning for the AV-8B campaign.

  3. DCS 2.9.25.21402 UpdateMar 19, 2026 · 4mo

    DCS 2.9.25.21402 focuses on AI aircraft stability, significant flight model and system refinements for the La-7 Early Access, and various campaign mission updates.

    +12
  4. DCS 2.9.24.20232Feb 11, 2026 · 5mo

    DCS 2.9.24.20232 focuses on stability fixes for core systems, localization updates for several Heatblur aircraft, and specific mission adjustments across various campaigns.

    +2
  5. DCS 2.9.22.17913 UpdateDec 2, 2025 · 7mo

    DCS 2.9.22.17913 focuses on extensive stability fixes and EFB enhancements for the C-130J, including the removal of the AVX CPU requirement.

    +4
  6. DCS 2.9.21.16552 UpdateOct 28, 2025 · 8mo

    DCS 2.9.21.16552 focuses on stability hotfixes for specific modules, a multiplayer slot bug fix, and AI behavior improvements for the Iron Tide campaign.

  7. DCS 2.9.20.15384 UpdateSep 24, 2025 · 9mo

    Update 2.9.20.15384 introduces the Iron Tide campaign, significant fixes and additions for the MiG-29A, weapon balancing, and various stability improvements across multiple aircraft.

    +8
  8. DCS Update 2.9.18.12899Jul 28, 2025 · 11mo

    Stability update focusing on crash fixes for the F-16C, AH-64D, and carrier landings, alongside a scripting API rollback.

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