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DCS World Steam Edition
DCS World Steam Edition
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Eagle Dynamics SA · Eagle Dynamics SA
Jul 17, 2019 · 85mo ago

DCS 2.5.5.33552 Open Beta

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DCS 2.5.5.33552 Open Beta introduces the F/A-18C Aggressors BFM campaign, fixes critical weapon firing bugs for the F/A-18C, and implements PCA/HUD logic changes for the M-2000C.

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  • F/A-18C
    • HUD:HUD TD box now shows a hemisphere when both ownship and donor classify a contact as friendly, improving situational awareness.Hemisphere overlay
    • Landing Gear:Extending landing gear after a belly landing no longer causes the aircraft to explode.ExplosionSafe
    • Gun:Fixed a bug where the gun became unusable after firing all Mavericks.DisabledEnabled
    • Zuni Rockets:Zuni Rockets no longer pause firing after every 4 rockets.Pause every 4Continuous
    • Hydra Rockets:Hydra Rockets no longer stop firing after 4 rockets.Stop after 4Continuous
    • SA Page:Added PLID and STEP functions to the SA Page (Work in Progress).Added
    • Interval Bombing:Fixed interval bombing in AUTO and CCIP modes.BrokenFixed
    • Auto Start:Wing fold function is now integrated into the auto start sequence.Added
    • Kneeboard:The pilot kneeboard is now fully functional.Non-functionalFunctional
    • NVG:Corrected graphical artifacts when using Night Vision Goggles.ArtifactsCorrected
  • M-2000CRWR:Updated RWR codes to include J-11A and F-14B aircraft.Added J-11A/F-14B
  • AV-8B N/A
    • Navigation:Fixed a crash-to-desktop (CTD) that occurred when entering a new waypoint.CTDFixed
    • INS:Fixed a bug where the INS would get stuck on an invalid steerpoint.StuckFixed
    • EHSD:Fixed EHSD not clearing after un-designating a target.Not clearingFixed
    • EHSD:Fixed EHSD not displaying range to waypoint.HiddenFixed
    • EHSD:Corrected waypoint numbering in EHSD when using SEQ.IncorrectCorrected
    • Kneeboard:Kneeboard now displays the AWLS channel list.Added
    • RWR:Updated RWR codes to include J-11A and F-14B aircraft.Added J-11A/F-14B
  • AJS-37 ViggenRb15 Missiles:Reduced the probability that Rb15s fired in random group mode will target the same ship, improving strike efficiency.High overlapReduced
  • A-10CTraining Missions:Replaced specific key triggers with 'Wait User Response' pairs to prevent training missions from sticking when users re-assign keys.Key-specificResponse-based
  • Yak-52Gauges:Fixed an issue where some gauges remained dark even in bright sunlight.DarkFixed
  • General
    • Campaign:Introduced the F/A-18C Aggressors BFM campaign by Maple Flag.Added
    • Scripting Engine:Corrected getAllCargos and getStaticObjects functions in the scripting engine.IncorrectCorrected
    • Tutorials:Fixed misaligned yellow boxes in tutorial missions.MisalignedFixed
    • Stinger MANPADS:Corrected the guidance logic for Stinger MANPADS.IncorrectCorrected
    • Air Defenses:Fixed a bug where aircraft with Search Then Engage tasks attacked Air Defenses even when checkboxes were unchecked.Attacking uncheckedFixed
    • SAMs:Corrected Linebacker and Avenger SAMs that exceeded missile trajectory elevation, which caused misses on low-level targets.Exceeding trajectoryCorrected
    • Mission Editor:Redesigned the MAP, SAT, and ALT buttons in the lower information bar of the Mission Editor.Redesigned
    • AVI Recording:Restored time setting fields in the AVI recording panel.MissingRestored
    • Audio Settings:Reworked volume slider sensitivity; the 'World' slider now exclusively affects external views.Low sensitivityReworked

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  • Combined ArmsAI Units:Units will no longer fire unless they have a direct line of sight to the commanded target.Indirect fireDirect LOS only

Other changes11

  • M-2000C
    • PCA/HUD:Modified the logic for the PCA and HUD.Modified
    • Master Arm:Modified the functionality of the Master Arm.Modified
    • AA Guns:MAGIC and CAN AA guns can now only be selected via HOTAS.VariousHOTAS only
    • Special Modes Switch:Modified the functionality of the special modes switch.Modified
  • Fw 190 A-8
    • Gun Sight:Adjusted the tint of the gun sight glass for better visual accuracy.Adjusted
    • Cockpit:Added animations for control stick connectors, lamp intensity, and CB covers.Added
    • Cockpit:Corrected clock connectors and their animations.IncorrectCorrected
    • UI:Removed RPM Mouse Tips that were appearing in the wrong location.Wrong placeRemoved
  • Combined ArmsIgla MANPAD:Adjusted the sound volume of the Igla MANPAD.Adjusted
  • General
    • AI Wingmen:AI Wingmen no longer call 'Tally Bandit' if bandits are within 4km of each other to reduce audio clutter.FrequentReduced
    • Mission Editor:When LATE ACTIVATION is unchecked, the VISIBLE bef. ACTIVATION checkbox is now disabled.EnabledGrayed-out

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  3. DCS 2.9.25.21402 UpdateMar 19, 2026 · 4mo

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    +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

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  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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