DCS 2.9 LAUNCH | Feature Showcase Video

[@NorthernerInSpace]

Oh my! Thanks to everyone at ED and their partners for all the hard work. It is very much appreciated!

[@EagleDynamicsTV]

Thank you too!

[@bicboi1930]

The work can’t be too hard with ED

[@strelok8731]

DCS become better each year, thanks ED

[@ReelRai]

Ingame voice chat and radio is such a nice addition. The new wind effects and camera additions are going to be really nice for video makers.

[@AstroStellarYT]

I don't know how but ED manages to outdo themselves on this beautiful game every time! ❤

[@EagleDynamicsTV]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@untrust2033]

Too bad it never looks this nice without a supercomputer running it. Let alone in multiplayer servers

[@hmm5844]

@@untrust20332080 runs it just fine and that’s a 5 years old GPU.

[@Acrophobia2]

@@untrust2033I have a decent pc from Alienware and mine looks like this.

[@gabereiser]

@@untrust2033mine looks this nice on a 3070.

[@michaelhopkins6033]

At 4:27, did you seriously animate a mechanical Poljot, down to the chrono hand and with a fully lumed dial, on a KA-52 pilot's wrist? That's just insane. Well done, ED. This looks amazing!

[@Reaper2-11]

Its MI-24P pilot's hand

[@michaelhopkins6033]

@@Reaper2-11 Fair point. I realized that later but never edited it. Thank you for the correction.

[@Schwing27]

Amazing

[@DarkFire515]

Genuinely amazing to see how far DCS has come. Incredible work by everyone at ED!

[@indyjons321]

ED: How DARE you put this much effort and love into your products! It’s truly unmatched by anyone. As someone who regularly works with some of these aircraft in the real world, thank you for putting in the effort you do. It’s truly a love letter to military aviation. In all honesty my eyes began to water with the emotion I felt with the amount of love poured into DCS. Thank you.

[@EagleDynamicsTV]

Thank you for the kind words and support!

[@skychief1253]

B52 looked beautiful I thought it was flyable for a second.

[@lvwpy]

DCS and MSFS both make this a glorious time for flight simulation. Congratulations!

[@FordSierraIS]

msfs pffft! lol

[@charlie7mason]

@@FordSierraIS So MSFS didn't literally raise the bar for Flight Simulators and bring it to a much broader, non-niche audience? What's the point of denying that?

[@jimlthor]

​@@charlie7masonMSFS is the reason every flight sim upgraded their clouds as well =)

[@matt-f1c]

Something to keep us busy with until TWS finally gets released !!! !!! Great video ❤️

[@FordSierraIS]

@@charlie7mason fs is the original flightsim, (first version i played was flightsim 4.0) but it doesnt change the fact that its aimed towards casuals and more of a bing maps simulator than a flightsim in my eyes. i get bored with it real fast. talking about msfs on the release video of 2.9 is as disrespectful as bragging about a mcdonalds burger you had on a kobe steak cooking video

[@ImagenNoReligion]

Impressive rotor wash effects. Glad to see the bounds of the engine are being pushed. Work of art.

[@nlpzdesing435]

The only thing missing is terrain deformation, more realistic particles, therefore much more dense and abundant, to touch reality. excellent job guys, keep it up!

[@norman191000]

I wonder if current engine is inherently unable to handle 1x1m terrain grids, or it is just a lack of digital elevation maps at such resolutions.

[@honeybadger1656]

Don't forget bigger explosions.

[@basecode8]

Never forget bigger explosions

[@doomfireblade2693]

Those color grading effects look great, and the custom payloads is MUCH appreciated! Awesome as always ED ❤️

[@nickgrey4136]

Many thanks dear Sir, kind regards, Nick

[@RogueSpecterGamingOfficial]

You guys have knocked it out of the park man. It is beautiful to see this sim/game come to life every update. Definitely proud to be apart of this commumity.

[@EagleDynamicsTV]

Thanks for the kind words, hope you enjoy the update!

[@jamescooper5183]

I'm feeling something in my lower part of my body that I haven't felt in years 😮 When is 2.9 supposed to come out?

[@RobFisherUK]

It will be interesting to see how the DLSS looks in VR. In any case, what a time to be alive when we can get this close to the experience of flying combat aircraft! Thanks for all your hard work.

[@CakePrincessCelestia]

Can't wait to see how it performs. In No Man's Sky going from no AA whatsoever to DLSS Quality Mode makes a difference of 25 to 90fps flat on my 3070 without any too noticable visual impact. It's literally Black Magic. I should probably expect less here, just not to expect too much, but that's a perfect example of how much of a difference it _can_ make.

[@homeboyerik]

@@CakePrincessCelestia Let me know if it works for you. For me the options are grayed out. I have a rtx 4090 and I use DLAA on MSFS regularly and it's amazing

[@_Dibbler_]

@@CakePrincessCelestia I look forward trying it. Problem: On my 4090 the limit mostly wasnt graphics anymore, but CPU on Multiplayer Servers. I love they added TAA because it usually has the best graphic quality.

[@mindfulmunchkin1215]

I've stopped playing until VR is better, hopefully this brings the fps up, a 3090 and reverb should be enough, I'm not blowing 6k to play a game, better use of money is to buy an actual aircraft.

[@_RTX2060SUPER_]

@@_Dibbler_What CPU do you have ?

[@Long-b5v]

Very beautiful vegetation and dust effects

[@major_kukri2430]

Lots of great changes. Its obvious that youve been listening to your player base. I'm especially happy about the easier payload saving and in game radio.

[@EagleDynamicsTV]

You guys are why we do this, so of course we try and listen to everything.

[@major_kukri2430]

@@EagleDynamicsTV thanks. I just wish my graphics card wasn't so potato.

[@Dipper737]

Ar least you now can squeeze a little more juice of of the card with the implementation of DLSS 😊@@major_kukri2430

[@Blackcloud_Garage]

Looks great. I've never played it but I want to. Looks good enough for the military to use it as a legit training tool. Waaaay better than the crappy sims we used when I was in. Bravo👏

[@icecold9511]

Free trial periods, though it takes time to learn, and I believe first time users get a major discount.

[@echovictordcsworld]

Finally a replay system update!!! Fantastic work

[@EagleDynamicsTV]

It is still WIP, but let us know how its working!

[@echovictordcsworld]

@@EagleDynamicsTV Using position/rotation based recording is a game changer in terms of long duration accuracy. Very good work all

[@Hades_stz]

DCS World is a great game, but there are things to improve. It would be nice if you would do the following for version 3.0 and higher: 1. Graphic engine improvement and optimization. 2. Expand the map of the Caucasus. 3. Marketing to attract new players. 4. Match the realism of the new F-4 with the rest of the aircraft (both in clickable and non-clickable modules). 5. Instead of continuing to release new content, improve the game's existing content: languages, maps, campaigns, etc.

[@agidotexe7167]

i love you ED! This update looks so good! those filters and go pro cam is awesome! and i love the radio effects!

[@EagleDynamicsTV]

We love you all as well, hope y9ou enjoy it all!

[@raptor4211]

This is a great update. Already downloading a 34.1gb update. However, where's the f4e?

[@tylerouimette2934]

Man Its mind blowing how Eagle Dynamics can keep out doing themselves. The team there must really love what they do. We benefit with an amazing simulator! So excited.

[@Bryan-cd9cl]

🎉🎉❤❤🥊💥your comment is perfect

[@jakubdabrowski3846]

Thank you Eagle Dynamics for making your products better and better. And today, we celebrate the release of version 2.9! I wish I could spend more time in DCS World than in the real world!

[@startourzdcs]

Super happy the update is out now. Great job as always ED! Can’t wait to test out the new features.

[@EagleDynamicsTV]

Let us know what you think, and any issues be sure to drop them by the forums! Thanks!

[@lostboii3588]

How do we get the update? Website still shows 2.8 for me.

[@pharmajo]

Replays works now?

[@VRFlightSimGuy]

Incredible work guys. Thankyou

[@l.3626]

DCS in 10 years OMG 15years of DCS already is crazy, like last year I bought modules for like 300$, tbh I just want to buy more for 200$ just to support the game, I dont have a VR headset yet, so its not good playing without yet, but I really want this game to have a bright future u guys are awesome!

[@travistolbert2647]

As always you all have my deep respect and gratitude for the incredible work that Eagle Dynamics and their partners produce! Thank you all so much!

[@fridain]

Ok, with the intro music and normandy shots, I thought you were announcing a new map: The Shire

[@robihobby9490]

Congratulations on the 2.9 Update to the entire Eagel Dynamics Team. The Next Level of Simulation has been reached. 🤗

[@crochou8173]

Eagle dynamics, the leading figure in the film industry

[@acriacaodedeus]

I have been supporting ED for more than a decade. All their products are made with passion, top notch quality, always being transparent with the community. Congrats on this milestone ED.

[@RubyFox_YT]

Man I wish War Thunder put this much work into their game. Love you Eagle Dynamics team!

[@OICWSephiroth]

This updated has delivered more than it was expected, nice work guys!

[@f3rny_66]

a ingame voice chat with preamp, eq and compressor? I am dreaming? My audio nerd inside is very happy

[@nball461]

That ground wash effect looks awesome! Interested to see out well the DLSS improves fps in VR! Great job 👏🏻

[@LucaTheGuide]

Oo, those look very amazing c= good job Eagle Dynamics x3 ♥

[@skippersmg]

Great job. Proud to be on DCS for over 11 years and excited for what the future brings! Keep up the great work 👍🏻

[@EagleDynamicsTV]

Thank you so much, and thanks for sticking with us!

[@TunderTunder.]

My Graphic card slowly turns into a jet fighter

[@HypePerformanceGroup]

WOW! Kudos to the team on such an incredible looking update.

[@fedred7995]

Love your Airbus Helis in MSFS ;) Great to see you here too!

[@Pricklyhedgehog72]

Finally got home to watch this properly. Round of applause, round of applause. I almost had a religious moment as some of my prayers were answered. I suspect there are a few more believers out there based on the comments in the comments section.

[@1nsTommy]

this is so much love for us players

[@104th_raccoon]

Holy smokes! Thank you very much ED!

[@ryanhollis2670]

I know everyone says it but you guys do a great job and should be really proud of your work. Definitely a company I don't mind spending money on.

[@x-stream]

Just amazing!

[@thepear694]

It amazes me how much this game has evolved over the years and they still manage to improve and suprise me! Really good joob everyone at eagle dynamics.

[@Enigma89]

Good patch, thank you for the spotting changes, nice one!

[@baltod4978]

Hello World!

[@PrometheanGOld4]

Relatively new DCS player here, girlfriend got me into the game and I have to say, I’m loving it so far! Glad to see it’s well taken care of!

[@tomriley5790]

Wow amazing, the vegetation moving from downdraft and detonations is amazing. Beautiful camera shots are amazing! You've outdone yourselves again! Well done! So impressed with how DCS continues to improve!

[@CollectiveFX]

checking in to say that DLSS doubled my frames and i get 120FPS and sometimes more. i5-13600k, RTX 2060, 32GB.

[@adambydand1214]

ED! Keep up the amazing work! Your hard work is very much appreciated by all those in the community. We look forward to more to come!

[@DangKhoaQS]

Graphics are choppy. Hopefully the update will improve performance.

[@JETFOURLITRE]

Wow! Genuinely surprised and very grateful to see FSR implemented, thank you ED. Looks like a lot of hard work has gone into this update. Up and up.

[@EagleDynamicsTV]

We couldnt leave you AMD guys out now could we :)

[@JETFOURLITRE]

@@EagleDynamicsTV legends, so happy 😊

[@SONIC301_]

Yeah!! This DL update for the F16 with the TDOA etc is gonna make SEAD missions so much better!!! Thanks

[@chipmunk449]

You guys just know how to do everything well, incredible takes time and so happy to be apart of this community 😊

[@nickgrey4136]

Dear Sir, many thanks for your kind words. You are so correct, all these things take time, way too much time. I wish we could do things faster but it seems this is the reality of complex software. We will continue to do our very best for you and the community. Yours aye, Nick

[@umitfiliz191]

I can't be more excited for this update🤩 thank you all ED team for your all precious effort❤

[@RLAmagic]

Me: Yes My Graphics Card: No

[@devashishathawale4807]

DLSS is a godsend, I love you guys!

[@callsignnictmere465]

Realisti radio effects! I am in. Thanks DCS. I look forward to trying out the new features.

[@thenativemartian5169]

YOU GUYS FINALLY FIXED THE REPLAY TRACKS?!!. I can't wait to make a new cinematic

[@Alexandrredirect]

new model all helicopters pack v2, new mi-24v hind, mi-28n, ah-64a, ah-64d l and mi-26

[@dive2drive314]

Normally a Battlefield 2 player, but I am very excited to try this out. I know the flight mechanics are dumbed-down and 'arcadish' in BF2, but hopefully I can get passed the learning curve to have fun with this simulator. Also so glad to see the Hind in there too, and the a10. Hope there is a harrier as well! Man, now I am going to have to finally buy a joystick!

[@daszieher]

My! Oh, my! I'm afraid that I'll be getting into "flying" again. Dropped out after LO'MAC and Il-2 1946. Let's see what system I'll be needing for a VR rig...

[@Nyra890]

Please Eagle Dynamics add the F/A-18E/F super hornet please. I think this is something almost everyone wants

[@1XX1]

Not many players have 3090's. How about showing something more mainstream like a 4070? -just sayin

[@Daimo83]

Please change AI accuracy on a per unit type basis. You know what I'm talking about.

[@AviationandSimulation]

Great news!!! Be welcome, 2.9!! And thank you for it!

[@Carhill]

Holy moly! What an update!!

[@RodanChi]

Video improvements shown on RTX 3090... Thank you for not using the top of the line next gen card for comparison (so many of us don't have $1,700 to burn on a new graphics card).

[@christian-zf3di]

custom payloads, new AI, and DLSS? Y'all over at ED really know what you're doing!

[@faisalee]

This so beautiful! Amazing work guys...

[@dondimon3910]

Очень круто! Спасибо

[@bigal4304]

😳 wow, thankyou matt, and all the team for hard work.. beautiful ❤️❤️

[@coxy8102]

FINALLY views and camara updates without messing with view.lua files AND the ability to use different filters in options. BTW any updates on the soldier updated models that was previewed a few years back?

[@droneforfun5384]

Appreciate the graphic improvements of the sim. I quit playing DCS due to the poor VR optimization.

[@Сталкер-ь2х]

>improved stability Same day 2 hours after update, we started an event with ~30 ppl Everyone stattered badly, people had lags that they never had before update, even if their gpu was like rtx 3080 Also whole game feels more blurred now, regardless of distance (in addition to trails of moving objects)

[@MPSB12]

Can’t wait to try this in VR. Do anybody have the Quest 3 and try DCS. I still have the G2 running a GTX 3080ti. Let me know if it’s better then the G2 when it comes to DCS.

[@Michaelkaraz]

I was moved to tears, this is awesome thank you 👍

[@gadDenmark]

Man oh man oh man. Microsoft/ASOBO could learn sooo much from you guys. It looks amazing!

[@MrPhantom453]

ED: Months of development, coding and testing to release bucket loads of features in DCS 2.9! Me: Flies a helicopter to see the grass and dirt move more realistically.

[@festersmith8352]

I have given DCS a lot of money, but do not play much, if at all. To hard to learn. Takes time and commitment I haven't been able to tolerate yet. But I support this project when I want and can. This small developer doesn't get the recognition they deserve. And should be seen as model for all companies to follow for quality, content, and longevity. I do catch myself in rabbit holes of jet porn often.

[@Seussenshmirtz]

I wish I could afford a HOTAS. I guess I'm stuck with War Thunder for now

[@Cryton12345]

hey EADCS I'm still a huge fan of your A 10C movie promotion you did for it. amaszing vid

[@ShahinyanTigran]

My potato laptop runs it at .2 FPS that’s why I only watch KZbinrs play it. I can’t play it myself 😒

[@Moondoggie3000.]

Great video as always Wags and all of the ED team! Its freat the B52 and S3 are getting some love on their models and I hope they will be brought up to the E2 level of quality, I cant speak for the B1 because i rarely see it in game but its great the model is being worked on. Voice chat is also very exciting and I have a great feeling it will lead to some hilarious and memorable moments playing dcs! Big thanks to the entire ED team for making this wonderful simulator even better!

[@Ryak84]

Very neat and ty ED for the ongoing development! But where is my dynamic campaign module? Come on ED make it happen, we need that for all the toys!

[@Off-The-X]

As I just installed Lock On Platinum 25 years later, Splash One!

[@skij99]

TSFH Never give up on your dreams but which version of it? I've never heard of it.

[@AviSpace]

Improved replayyyyy ♥♥♥

[@Not_Lewis]

This game has never been on my radar until now. Can a 3070, ryzen 5600x and 32g ram handle it?

[@gdwnet]

So all these updates are great but could you please add more hours to the week so I can actually spend some time in DCS world?! 😂😂 Seriously though - thank you!

[@patapata17]

Thank you very much ED:DCS team, wow. Looking forward to master the skies again on this version

[@حساباصلینوبیتکس]

Oh my gosh! I just finished the previous version now! And I have to update now ???

[@EderNucci]

Amazing features! In Brazil we can say putaquepariu que foda! 🎉

[@tread140]

I hadn't been keeping up on DCS news, and to suddenly have this pop up in my youtube feed....super excited!!

[@mcdoof5454]

This is insane thanks for dlss!!!!

[@imperatrice_85]

This progress is stunning! Congratulations! You guys should be put in charge for Kerbal Space Program 2 *rolleyes*

[@AussieDaves]

Awesome! Downloading now, keen to see the DLSS and new shadows! Thanks Wags and ED!

[@01MeuCanal]

That's awesome! The only thing DCS needs now is better ground textures.

[@sagichdochned]

Please Remake Tanks so People can fight on the ground against each other and against KI :3 We Need more Teen World of Tanks of War Thunder 😢