15 December 2023

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends,

We have been working on an important DCS Open Beta update to close out 2023. This version includes great features such as the Fire Control Radar for the DCS: AH-64D, multiple improvements to the F-16C Viper and many refinements based on your valuable feedback. 

We're very excited to release the first iteration of the AH-64D Fire Control Radar, FCR. We have been hard at work developing this critical component that adds tremendous capability to this already deadly attack helicopter. 

Step into the shoes of a World War II Mustang pilot as you embark on a series of challenging missions in the DCS: P-51D Debden Eagles Campaign by Reflected Simulations. It is meticulously crafted and allows you to relive the daring exploits during a pivotal moment in aerial combat history. Coming soon to DCS Open Beta!

"On the Spot News" is a beautifully narrated DCS and Community news channel presented by Andrei Celeste. They also do fun giveaways from time to time. Check it out and show them some love! HIP Games on YouTube.

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

Open Beta

Development Progress

In addition to the AH-64D FCR and important F-16C improvements, the new DCS Open Beta update also includes memory leak fixes when changing slots in 2.9 multiplayer. The update covers more enhancements for dedicated servers, Voice Chat, and AGM-154 tuning.

AH-64D Update

Fire Control Radar

The AN/APG-78 FCR was designed to enhance the target acquisition and engagement process of the AH-64D when faced with large numbers of enemy armor units moving across the battlefield. More than just a sensor for detecting and engaging targets, the FCR is a target classification and prioritization system that automates and accelerates the process of acquiring targets and determining which of those targets should be engaged to have the maximum effect on the battlefield with the limited number of munitions on board the aircraft. The FCR is housed in a dome located above the main rotor mast. The APG-78 is capable of simultaneously tracking up to 128 targets and engaging up to 16 at once, and an attack can be initiated within 30 seconds. The datalink allows FCR data to be shared with other Deltas and allows them to coordinate attacks using fire zones.

The FCR can target static targets out to 6 km and moving targets out to 8 km and be able to ripple fire AGM-114L radar-guided Hellfire missiles from behind cover. Combined with the creation and datalink sharing of Priority Fire Zones (PFZ), the FCR combined with the radar-guided Hellfires can engage a specified area and engage targets according to threat priority. FCR Introduction video

We will soon be releasing the FCR with Ground Target Mode (GTM) that will allow it to engage static and moving targets, including helicopters. Following the release of GTM mode, other modes and capabilities will be added to this powerful force multiplier. Priority Fire Zones video. Please also check out the FCR Pages and Controls video and how engage with the FCR and radar-guided Hellfire from only the backseat.

P-51D Debden Eagles

Campaign by Reflected Simulations

For fans of classic warbirds, we're delighted to announce the release of the new Reflected Simulations. You will join the 4th Fighter Group following the D-day landings, and relive missions exactly the way they happened 80 years ago.  

DCS: P-51D Debden Eagles campaign by Reflected Simulations includes 11 historical missions based on original documents, squadron records, combat reports, and extensive research, 5 further cut-scenes based on historical events, realistic briefings and briefing images, including separate PDF mission files and much much more!

We hope that you enjoy the upcoming DCS Open Beta update and that the progress on DCS: AH-64D is to your satisfaction. Please make sure to check out the latest DCS: P-51D Debden Eagles Campaign coming soon. If you are looking for more DCS news in video format, please check out HIP Games on Youtube.

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics