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DCS World Steam Edition
DCS World Steam Edition
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Eagle Dynamics SA · Eagle Dynamics SA
Jul 22, 2024 · 24mo ago

DCS 2.9.6.58056

AI summary1h

DCS 2.9.6.58056 focuses on stability fixes for VR, multiplayer, and various aircraft, alongside a significant update to the A-10C Operation Agile Spear campaign.

Buffs5

  • Operation Agile Spear (A-10C)
    • Radio:Radio frequencies are now better coordinated for aircraft in strike packages.Improved
    • F10 Menu:Updated to a new F10 menu system allowing better management of the simulation environment.Added
    • Wingmen:Wingmen (Pig-2, 3, 4) moved to separate groups to allow for more flexible tasking.Single GroupSeparate Groups
    • Practice Sortie:Added Practice Sorties to all missions, allowing pilots to practice profiles with the same loadout before the primary mission.Added
    • Time Acceleration:Added the ability to accelerate time between waypoints without missing critical inputs.Added

Bug fixes17

  • General
    • Fixed an issue where the launcher required only Latin characters in the file path.
    • Oculus Controllers:Fixed connection issues for Oculus VR controllers.
    • Pimax:Fixed a Field of View bug when using Pimax Quad View.
    • Multiplayer:Fixed issues where special characters in pilot names caused problems in multiplayer.
    • Tactical Commander:Fixed a black screen issue for tactical commander slots when F11 Free camera is disabled.
    • Events:Fixed a bug where landing and takeoff events were not registering.
    • Afghanistan Terrain:Fixed missing textures in the trial version of the Afghanistan terrain.
    • WW2 AI:Fixed an issue where WW2 aircraft AI would occasionally fail to engage in combat.
    • Voice Chat:Fixed full radio functionality in dynamic slots.
    • Input:Implemented a partial fix for input lag caused by high poll rate mouse movements.
    • Multiplayer:Fixed a server crash that occurred when a player controlling a ground vehicle disconnected.
    • Flaming Cliffs 3:Resolved user account authorization issues for Flaming Cliffs 3.
  • F-16C ViperRearming:Fixed a crash that occurred during the rearming process in some cases.
  • F/A-18C
    • HUD:Fixed the AG target diamond location and jittering on the HUD.
    • AACQ:Fixed the inability to exit or bump AACQ while in bumped mode.
    • TGP/Laser:Fixed a potential crash when utilizing the TGP and laser simultaneously.
  • Operation Cerberus North (F/A-18C)Missions:Updated all missions to fix fuse issues introduced in a previous update.Fixed

Other changes8

  • General
    • FLIR:Signal flares now correctly affect FLIR adjustments.
    • Spotting Dots:Spotting dots behavior is being iteratively adjusted based on player feedback.
  • Operation Agile Spear (A-10C)
    • All Missions:Campaign updated to version 2.3 with general bug fixes.2.22.3
    • Datalink:Updated datalink connections for similar aircraft types.Updated
    • UI:All displayed messages changed to Clearview for better readability.Clearview
    • Datacards:Updated datacard fonts and colors for easier reading.Improved
    • Audio:Added music to the end of missions.Added
  • First in Weasels Over Syria (F-16C)Missions:Updated missions to incorporate new AI SAM behaviors.Updated

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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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