DCS 2.5.4.29585 Open Beta introduces JDAM for the F/A-18C, new airfields and historical sites in the Persian Gulf, and extensive system and flight model refinements across multiple aircraft.
▲Buffs7
- AV-8BMPCD:Enabled the Built-In Test (BIT) page on the MPCD for better system diagnostics.→Enabled
- C-101Fuel System:Implemented emergency fuel lever functionality, adding more depth to fuel management.→Added
- F-14 Tomcat
- RWR:RWR now emulates radar beam structure, providing better situational awareness of enemy radar.→Added
- Structural Integrity:Adjusted wing snap logic to be more consistent, especially under high network latency.→Adjusted
- F/A-18C
- Weaponry:Initial implementation of JDAM precision-guided munitions.→Added
- LTWS:LTWS now shows aged tracks of target blips, improving target tracking.→Added
- UH-1HDoor Miniguns:Fixed a bug that prevented door miniguns from firing after being rearmed by ground crew.→Restored
▼Nerfs1
- C-101Engine:Added the possibility of total engine computer failure, increasing simulation realism.→Added
✚Bug fixes3
◆Other changes13
- DCS World
- Network protocol update; existing servers must be updated to be visible.→Updated
- Prevented keyboard shortcuts from accidentally controlling unassigned ground units.
- Corrected the movement speed for MT4 and MT4A4 Sherman tanks.→Corrected
- AV-8B
- Cockpit:Updated cockpit textures for better visual fidelity.→Updated
- MPCD:Updated the brightness control functionality for the MPCD.→Updated
- LCD Display:Updated the LCD display for improved clarity.→Updated
- C-101
- Flight Controls:Stick force in roll now dynamically scales with hydraulic pressure, affecting handling during failures.→Dynamic
- Trim:Added audio feedback for pitch trim changes in both cockpits.→Added
- F-14 Tomcat
- Flight Model:Fine-tuned thrust and drag models for more accurate flight performance.→Adjusted
- Cockpit:Players can now apply custom liveries to the cockpit.→Added
- F/A-18CINS:INS autostart now automatically moves the switch to NAV once alignment is OK.→Improved
- Persian Gulf
- Expanded the map with three new airfields for better operational flexibility.→Added
- Added several historical landmarks to the map for improved visual detail.→Added
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Patch history
- 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.
+7−3→ - →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.
- 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→ - 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→ - 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→ - →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.
- 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→ - →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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