DCS World 2.5.1 Updates

We would also like to thank those that took part in the DCS World 2.5 Open Beta. We can’t overstate our appreciation enough to those that have helped DCS World become even better. This amazing community is a large part of what makes DCS World such a unique and great product. Thank you!

ADM-141B TALD Coming to DCS World

One of the new munitions that will be coming with our DCS: F/A-18C Hornet is the ADM-141 Tactical Air Launched Decoy (TALD). The TALD mimics the radar cross section of a fighter-sized aircraft by use of Lungberg lenses, and it is capable of releasing chaff bundles. With a maximum glide range of 120 km, the TALD can be used to “bait” hostile radars to reveal their locations for follow-on Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses (SEAD) attack. The F/A-18C can carry up to six TALDs.

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Updated AI Su-34 3D Model Coming to DCS World

As DCS World continues to evolve and expand, we are also updating our older vehicle models. Our latest effort is the Su-34 “Fullback”. First entering service in 2006 with the Russian Air Force, the Su-34 is a supersonic, twin-engine, tactical bomber that features side-by-side seating of the pilot and weapon/navigation officer. The “Fullback” is a true multi-role aircraft that is capable of engaging air, land and sea targets.

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Persian Gulf Map for DCS World – Night Lighting

As we draw closer to the early access release of the Persian Gulf Map for DCS World, a key focus has been on improving the night lighting. Elements that we have improved or added include:

• Dramatically increased the visibility range of lights

• Added moon-projected shadows

• Improved lighting of urban districts such that they appear more natural

• Variable light colors (warm and cold)

• Added better scaling of lights depending on view distance

• Improved lighting of tall buildings

• Variable illumination based on moon cycle

• Completed airfield lighting, including approach and VASI lights

DCS Persian Gulf screenshots