DCS 2.5.5.31917 Open Beta
DCS 2.5.5.31917 Open Beta introduces the Fw 190 A-8, network transport reworks for multiplayer, and extensive updates to the F-14 Tomcat, MiG-21bis, and various other modules.
▲Buffs9
- Fw 190 A-8Introduced the DCS: Fw 190 A-8 as a standalone module.→Added
- F-14 Tomcat
- Jester:Jester now supports RWS and ground stabilize requests, improving radar management.→RWS/Ground Stab
- RWR:Updated RWR threat library to R9D4, adding several new launcher identifications.Old→R9D4
- MiG-21bis
- Radar:Fixed distance indication for the gun in radar mode to correctly show when distance is 2000m or less.→2000m m
- Cockpit:Fixed emergency jettison switches to be clickable.Non-clickable→Clickable
- F/A-18C
- AGM-88 HARM:HARMs will no longer switch targets after launch, increasing reliability.Switching→Locked
- HSI:Added precise coordinate entry to the HSI.→Precise
- General
- Reworked network transport for better handling of a large number of units in multiplayer.→Reworked
- Eliminated memory leaks in video rendering.→Eliminated
▼Nerfs2
- F-14 TomcatAfterburner:Decreased max afterburner fuel flow at high altitudes (above 55k feet).→Decreased
- MiG-19Brakes:Wheel braking effectiveness reduced to more closely match real-world data.→Reduced
◆Other changes4
- MiG-19Flight Model:Corrected AI flight model minimum and maximum G limits.→Corrected
- Combined Arms
- Vehicles:Vehicle gun positions are now synchronized between server and client.Desync→Synchronous
- M6 Linebacker:Added reload time for Stingers on the M6 Linebacker.→Added
- GeneralAdded a new sonic boom sound effect.→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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