DCS 2.5.5.40269 introduces the new Voice Chat system, significant F-16C Viper feature additions (TWS, Link-16), and various aircraft and system stability fixes.
▲Buffs7
- F-16C Viper
- Radar:Implemented Track While Scan (TWS) capability for the radar.→Added
- Data Link:Added Link-16 with MIDS data link capabilities.→Added
- Autopilot:Added Steerpoint and Heading autopilot modes for improved navigation.→Steerpoint/Heading
- Fuel Tank:Added a 300 gallon centerline fuel tank option.→300 gal gal
- Jettison:Jettisoning stores will no longer break SAM designation or STT Lock.Broken→Fixed
- F/A-18C HornetAGM-62 Walleye:Fixed an issue where the Walleye would try to lock target immediately after uncaging.→Fixed
- C-101Engine:Reduced the likelihood of engine stalls when moving the throttle abruptly with the engine computer off.Easy→Harder
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- F-16C ViperAdded damage resulting from G-force overloads, increasing realism and risk during high-G maneuvers.→Added
- F/A-18C HornetAdded damage resulting from G-force overloads.→Added
✚Bug fixes3
◆Other changes5
- General
- Initial release of the DCS Voice Chat system, including new sound options.→Added
- AI Wingmen:AI Wingmen will now use radar by default without requiring player permission.Manual→Default
- C-101Inverters:Implemented detailed normal and standby inverter failure logic and corresponding caution lights.→Added
- MiG-21bisRadar:Added Phase 1 Radar glass screen cover and indicator lights.→Added
- M-2000CRWR/Radar:Updated the RWR and Radar threat libraries.→Updated
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Patch history
- DCS 2.9.28.26385Jul 28, 2026 · 1mo
DCS 2.9.28.26385 focuses on stability fixes for the F4U-1D, texture and control improvements for the F-14 series, and mission fixes for the Rise of the Persian Lion 2 campaign.
+2→ - DCS 2.9.27.25183.5Jun 23, 2026 · 2mo
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 · 3mo
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 · 5mo
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 · 6mo
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 · 9mo
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 · 10mo
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 · 11mo
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.
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