DCS 2.9.6
Available now!
The latest version of DCS contains an impressive range of new products and features, enhancements, and fixes. A notable addition is the DCS: Afghanistan map! Also included are the new Launcher, the Air Boss deck for DCS: Supercarrier, Flaming Cliffs 2024, and three new campaigns.
Flaming Cliffs 2024
Flaming Cliffs 2024 is designed for new virtual and veteran players looking to expand their collection. In addition to the existing Flaming Cliffs 3 aircraft. F-15C, A-10A, Su-27, J-11, Su-33, Su-25, MiG-29, and MiG-29S, FC2024 now includes three new aircraft: F-5E, F-86F, and the MiG-15bis. It can be purchased as a full product for $59,99 or as an upgrade for Flaming Cliffs 3 owners for only $9,99. This special launch price will be available for the upcoming month, thereafter the upgrade price will increase to $14,99. If you haven’t already seen it, check out the launch trailer!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2965350/DCS_Flaming_Cliffs_2024/
New Campaigns
DCS: F-16C The Gamblers Campaign by Baltic Dragon
DCS: UH-1H Worlds Apart Stormfront Campaign by Low Level Heaven
DCS: AH-64D The Four Horsemen Campaign by Fight’s On Simulations
DCS Key Updates
- The DCS Launcher allows players to configure and manage DCS before DCS start up as well as during the DCS runtime.
- In addition, we have completed a new multiplayer interface which greatly improves respawn functionality by providing dynamic spawn points along with the ability to select spawn locations directly from the mission map. These dynamic respawn slots have been added to allow more flexible mission join management.
- SAM units are smarter now, and based on their skill level, can turn off their radars and reposition if they detect an incoming anti-radiation missile.
- Several new ground units have been added such as the MRAP, M1A2 SEP3 and MaxPro.
Southwest Afghanistan
Available in the latest DCS version
Afghanistan, often called the “crossroads of Asia” is a landlocked country located at the intersections of Central and South Asia. It shares borders with Pakistan, Iran, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and China.
Historical Significance
In the 19th century, Afghanistan became a buffer state in “The Great Game” between the British Empire and Tsarist Russia, both of whom sought control over Central Asia.
Later, the Soviet-Afghan War (1979-1989) highlighted the strategic importance of Afghanistan in the Cold War geopolitics. The rugged terrain also played a pivotal role in the resistance mounted by Mujahideen fighters against the Soviet forces.
Post September 2001, Afghanistan became a central theatre in the Global War on Terrorism, leading to a prolonged conflict involving the United States and NATO forces, who aimed at dismantling terrorist groups whilst stabilising the region.
Operational Challenges
Operating in DCS: Afghanistan presents unique challenges due to geography, climate and socio-political dynamics. The combination of high altitude environments and limited infrastructure requires adaptive strategies from foreign military forces and highlights the importance of local knowledge and alliances.
Key features
- 14 airfields including: Bost, Camp Bastion, Chaghcharan, Dwyer, Farah, Herat, Kandahar, Maymana, Zahiraddin, Faryabi, Qala i Naw, Shindand, Tirinkot, Zaranj
- Improved clipmap technology
- Improved Field and town materials
F-16C The Gamblers
Campaign by Baltic Dragon
The Gamblers campaign was developed by Baltic Dragon and John ‘Rain’ Waters, a former Viper Demo Team pilot, member of the 77th Fighter Squadron, and host of the Afterburn Podcast. In 13 varied missions, you will relive some of the sorties that Rain and his squadron flew during their deployment to Syria, as well as some of the other most iconic moments of the allied involvement within the theatre, including the Battle of Raqqa in 2017, the US TLAM strike against the Shayrat Airbase, and the standoff between US forces and the notorious Wagner group, which is now known as the Battle of Khasham. This campaign also introduces a new, more immersive way of interacting with the environment using the HOTAS. DCS: F-16C The Gamblers Campaign by Batic Dragon.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3015300/DCS_F16C_The_Gamblers_Campaign_by_Baltic_Dragon/
We hope that this vast DCS 2.9.6 update is to your satisfaction. Please rest assured knowing that we are carefully monitoring the initial feedback of the DCS: Afghanistan, as well as the brand new Flaming Cliffs 2024. We look forward to your comments.
Thank you again for your passion and support,
Yours sincerely,
Eagle Dynamics