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DCS World Steam Edition
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Eagle Dynamics SA · Eagle Dynamics SA
Dec 28, 2023 · 31mo ago

Open Beta 2.9.2.49940

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Open Beta 2.9.2.49940 focuses on AI aircraft visual improvements, various aircraft bug fixes, and the addition of TARPS visual models for the F-14 Tomcat.

Buffs9

  • Ka-50Igla:Igla missiles now fly straight when launched without a lock, preventing them from looping back and hitting the launch aircraft.max g-load turnfly straight
  • TF-51DProperties:Added the missing radio panel to the aircraft properties in the Mission Editor.Added
  • AH-64DFCR:Fixed an issue where the TGT Report was not sent when the SEND button was pressed.not sentsent
  • Mi-24P HindATGM:Fixed a bug preventing the pilot-operator from launching ATGMs in multicrew configurations.disabledenabled
  • F/A-18C
    • AGM-88:Fixed a crash that occurred when launching AGM-88 in PB mode under certain conditions.crashfixed
    • A/G Radar:Fixed an issue where the aircraft could not designate targets using the A/G radar.brokenfixed
  • UH-1H HueyVOIP:Fixed VOIP bindings for the Huey.brokenfixed
  • JF-17LS-6 / GB-6:Fixed issues with LS-6 and GB-6 weapons.brokenfixed
  • GeneralTV / CCD Sensor:Fixed night zoom issues and improved lightmap performance for narrow FOV sensors.fixed/improved

Bug fixes5

  • F-14 TomcatFixed broken normals on both -A and -B models.brokenfixed
  • AJS-37 ViggenFixed inconsistencies in the AI collision model.inconsistentfixed
  • Persian Gulf MapFlat Shadows Blur:Fixed an issue at sunset where Flat Shadows Blur caused shadows to point toward the sun.towards sunfixed
  • GeneralFlat Shadows Blur:Fixed global issue where Flat Shadows Blur created shadows pointing toward the sun.towards sunfixed
  • P-51D Debden Eagles CampaignP-51:Corrected the spawn/static positions of every P-51 in the campaign.incorrectcorrected

Other changes8

  • F/A-18CManual:Updated the RU Hornet manual with expanded sections on radar, ATFLIR, Litening II, JHMCS, SLAM/SLAM-ER, ASPJ, and Navigation.old2023 edition
  • F-16C ViperSMS:Fixed missing labels for CBU-103/105 in the Stores Management System.unlabelledlabelled
  • F-14 Tomcat
    • TARPS pod:Added the visual model for the TARPS pod for both A and B variants; gameplay features are coming later.Added
    • Static/AI Aircraft:Added boarding ladders to static and AI aircraft for increased realism.Added
    • Loadouts:Added TARPS loadouts and adjusted associated loadout restrictions.Added
  • Black Shark 3Landing Gear:Synchronized gear animation between clients in multiplayer.desyncedsynced
  • GeneralFLIR:Corrected the IR Moon representation in daytime light conditions.corrected
  • P-51D Debden Eagles CampaignLiveries:Added special liveries for P-47, Spitfire, and Yak-52.Added

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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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