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Eagle Dynamics SA · Eagle Dynamics SA
Sep 24, 2025 · 9mo ago

DCS 2.9.20.15384 Update

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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.

Buffs8

  • GeneralDecreased time required for saving and loading large missions.
  • AI AircraftTakeoff:Fixed an issue where AI AV-8B aircraft would not take off.
  • Kh-101 Cruise MissileReduced Radar Cross Section (RCS), making the missile harder to detect on radar.0.160.1 sq.m.
  • FAB Family BombsChanged default arm delay to minimum to reduce bomb failures during low-altitude releases.maximumminimum
  • MiG-29A Fulcrum
    • FCR:Fixed STT extrapolation mode, resulting in more stable locks when targets pass through the notch.
    • Fixed issue where repairing after a wheels-up landing would not lower the gear, causing the plane to drop back on its belly.
  • F/A-18C HornetRadar:Fixed issue where the radar consistently failed to burn through jammers, causing blinking locks.
  • Mi-24P HindAdded numerous missing axis binds for cockpit knobs and controls for both Pilot and Pilot-Operator.Added

Bug fixes6

  • General
    • Fixed VR crashes related to the SecondaryShadowmap module.
    • Fixed crash occurring on deactivation of RSBN or PRMG cars.
  • MiG-29A FulcrumFixed swapped animations for the cannon and missile triggers.
  • F-16C Viper
    • Fixed incorrect left cheek pylon switch state during hot start.
    • TGP:Fixed ATP A-A TGP stopping target tracking after emergency jettison.
  • F/A-18C HornetRadar:Fixed a crash occurring in the radar system.

Other changes4

  • GeneralAdded new campaign: DCS: F/A-18C & DCS: F-14 Iron Tide Campaign by Sandman Simulation.Added
  • AI AircraftTakeoff:AI takeoff permission is now based on distance from the start point rather than waiting for the previous aircraft to take off.previous takeoffdistance from start
  • MiG-29A Fulcrum
    • Added first iteration of 3D model damage (WIP).Added
    • Added a fictional English version of the HUD/HDD for convenience.Added

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DCS World Steam Edition · Sep 24, 2025
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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 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.

  8. DCS 2.9.17.12034 UpdateJul 1, 2025 · 12mo

    DCS 2.9.17.12034 focuses on critical weapon fixes for the F-16C, significant terrain and airfield expansions for the Sinai Map, and various campaign mission stability improvements.

    +7

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