NEW DCS SINAI MAP FULL PREVIEW - History Gameplay & Performance!

Hey guys! Today we have an in depth overview of the new DCS Sinai Map. The Developers over at OnReTech have asked me to bring you on a journey across the vast and ancient landscape and show you all what makes this map an absolute joy to fly over.
But the basic premise of the video morphed from just being an overview video into a review where I give you guys my honest thoughts on the map, its performance and address some general concerns about that map from the community.
Today's overview of the new DCS Sinai Map will be broken down into a few different parts:
0:00:00 - Intro to the DCS Sinai Map
0:00:39 - History of the DCS Sinai Map
0:05:07 - Geography of the DCS Sinai Map
0:09:40 - Gameplay & Map Review
Also included in the video for you guys are stamps showing the location of each shot in the video so you can easily and quickly find the areas talked about when you get the Sinai Map in your hands in the DCS Mission Editor!
Bottom Line here is this is going to be a great map and I hope its a success for OnReTech so that we can see many more projects from them down the road!
►►System Specs DCS/Gaming PC:
GPU: GeForce RTX 3090
CPU: Intel(R) Core(TM) i9-10900K CPU @ 5.20GHz
Memory: 64 GB RAM 3600mhz
Current resolution: 2560 x 1080, 144Hz
►►System Specs Dedicated Server/Video Editing PC:
GPU: GeForce RTX 2080 Ti
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 3800X @ 3.9GHz
Memory: 32GB RAM
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[@Spudknocker]

Hey guys! I an so excited to bring you this full overview and Review of the new DCS Sinai Map! Keep in mind I have location stamps for every shot in the video to help you easily find every place on the map when you get your copy in the mission editor!

[@Cheiff117]

i just hope they add the maps together ! like channel and normandy ! Sinai and PG. Ill probs just wait for kola map to come, as i feel another "desert similar to pg and syria" isnt needed. however i will probs get sinai and have a look i just want them to add PG to it or something to expand

[@aviationdesigns_mg7883]

This map is amazing, I'm buying the day its released

[@peterik5972]

Are there ai ships cruising along the suez canal?

[@Cheiff117]

@@peterik5972 probs have to be put in mission editor , would be sick tho if it was like Civ traffic tho

[@peterik5972]

@@Cheiff117 i would prefer some civilian Traffic. Can easy be switched on / off without setting houndreds of paths trough the channel.

[@blackbird9168]

good review of the Sinai map! I think focusing on the historical battles that occurred in this region is the way to go. Most other maps force players into fictional scenarios, but Sinai will have that historical basis to ground mission makers. 75% of the mission making process is coming up with the plan and scenario, when you can copy a mission from the old professionals it makes it way easier and more fun.

[@igorkratka]

Amazing review, Spudknocker. You really added a value to the review by starting with history briefing leading to the other aspect of the map. Those mountains and deep valleys do look very tempting to fly through! This top quality map map will be a hot cake just as Syria was when it was released 1.5 years ago. Syria is at the moment my favourite mnap due to its variety and ancient ruins, castles and monuments on the hills, palaces and skyscrapers. The Sinai map may become next favorite.

[@Spudknocker]

It is definitely a very fun map!

[@SorryImFromOhio]

Great video. I loved the inclusion of historical significance of each area

[@shivendrasingh2355]

You’ve given us a thorough and beautifully arranged preview of the map, Kudos Spud!

[@Mesusir]

It's a must buy for me. Now with MT and upcoming Vulkan & DLSS things are just going better and better.

[@richskinns]

A very nicely crafted review of a superb looking map. Many thanks

[@daronsneed8180]

WOW! This map is incredible! Thanks for the review Spud!

[@Spudknocker]

No problem!

[@fl398motorsports3]

Great job, great review. The Sinai map is looking immense and will become the new standard I believe taking over for Syria. I would have loved to have a 1970's period map, but I believe the decision to go with a modern map gives it much more of a varied use with every module in DCS. I am really curious to see what OnReTech do next.

[@redtailpilot]

Stunning achievement! Looking forward to exploring in VR with the clarity of my Varjo Aero. Instant purchase 😊 You did a great job with this video.

[@docholliday1811]

Great review of the Sinai map. Thanks Spud.

[@WarWithIn]

The best review so far 👌 Just to let you know, in Egypt we also have F-16, Mirage 2000, Rafael, AH-64, Mig-35 and soon F-15 in replacement for the Su-35. Also S300 my, Patriot and Tor 2/3, Buk-2/3 To the East is Palestine

[@swarajkar3086]

F-15 replacement for Su-35? What?

[@WarWithIn]

@Swaraj Kar Egypt bought the Su-35 from Russia, but under pressure from the USA because of the Ukrainian war, the US offered the F-15 (which was banned for export for Egypt for sometime) if we will let go of the Su-35. We did get the Su-35 for few month, was tested against the F-16 & Rafael. The problem Egypt has with the US based weapons, They don't export the Aim-120s and certain AG weapons, and we don't have the full code of the fighter to upgrade with European or domestic weapons, like for example Turkish fighters have, also spare parts. Also we don't know the weapon package that will come with the F-15 or the model 🤔, and if it will be downgraded. I don't think it's the right move, I would rather have a better deal with the French, and get the open architecture and raise the fleet ro at least 120 single and 24 2 seater, and 3 tankers from airbus.

[@jamsheedsneed6257]

So awesome, had no clue this was coming out, but I'm definitely picking this up when it releases.

[@ViperBATDTF]

Wow 👀 just WOW 🤘🏻great video Dude, and looking forward to this release.. as is a bunch of us. Superb.

[@romagnolo]

Dang it! I was going to skip this map but this video was really well put together showcasing all the good parts. Now I want it

[@Spudknocker]

Haha its a really cool map!

[@smoky5563]

I know iam late ,too much time in DCS,got to stay sharp.great video and history on this map,keep up the good work.🛩

[@faidon90125]

Love the New Retro Wave music approach! Really suits those presentation videos!

[@Rawkus105]

Thanks Spud. The future of maps is definately a bright one.

[@ghostdog688]

I dearly wish there was a way to merge paid maps together. Having PG, Sinai, and Syria maps should allow us to fly across an absolute swathe of the Middle East. We can only hope for this one day I guess.

[@bartbroekhuizen5617]

Same here, not able to merge seems to me a technical limitation which is SOLVABLE! I find it to easy to say its not possible and then we should deal with it. Its 2023, MFS 2020 has streaming tech which is able to create stunning scenery's. Its not a matter of how can we do this, its a matter of when can we expect this is going to be a priority. I agree, MFS 2020 has much more developers and stunning tech, but i find it hard to swallow to buy every map of the world with inconsistent quality spread over multiple companies who are making these maps. Heck i would rather pay for a subscription model which allows you to fly around the world without bothering buying maps. It generates monthly steady income for devs and upkeep to maintain streaming tech or other things they might need to make this possible.

[@ghostdog688]

@@bartbroekhuizen5617 I wouldn’t want a subscription model for maps - because that penalises the people who have already invested in the many maps currently out there, and also because I don’t like the idea of a subscription service for my flight sims. However, a steadily increasing discount for people who own more maps, or a system where “completing a region” nets a larger discount would be a good compromise. Perhaps even a server licence where a server owner can provide the map up to maximum of “x” players on the server. This works rather well for LOTATC where the player can buy a key for themselves or a server can choose to buy keys that allow the public to “borrow” for the duration of their time on that server only.

[@simtaylor61]

Ok. In the beginning I wasn't real excited about a few million more square miles of BROWN. These new vids have my attention though. While I won't say I'm HYPED to buy this map, the area is a much more historically compelling area, and I already have a few scenarios in mind.

[@DanielSirqueira]

you make the best videos. thanks!

[@user-yp9cs5hf2m]

This is probably one of the best videos you have made, because of the history you bring in, do you think it would be possible to make more videos where you replicate a real life scenario while you read/talk about the thing that happend? Kinda like a war story in a way

[@RafaPolit]

This is the best review of the map yet, as it not only showcases the visuals, but the historic importance of it! Thanks a lot! One thing I'm worried about: from every person reviewing the map, it seems just 1EV too bright. Or lacking contrast on the shadowy areas, not sure... but it seems like an overexposed terrain compared to all other maps. Do you have that feeling as well? This is especially true when flying at non-magic-hour daytimes.

[@Spudknocker]

The map’s lighting feels pretty identical to the lighting on the Persian gulf which is a good thing in my opinion! You can always turn down your gamma setting if it is too bright tho

[@pilotguy1597]

Thanks for the info!

[@slow5x5]

Very cool!! Thx Spud.

[@sloppydog4831]

Easily the best video review of the Sinai map!

[@brandonchappell1535]

Now THATs how you showcase a map !! gettin pumped

[@WardogDCS]

Im happy i just got my 2tb nvme. Gonna need the space with all the upcoming maps. Im more excited for Sinai after seeing all the reviews so far.

[@bazej1080]

I only wish it's more of a warzones map made as Yom Kippur war, not civilian from nowadays. But overall map looks very well, surprising diverse and detailed. Thanks for presentation!

[@LockDCS]

I think you did a great job at covering the high level points of this map but I would love for you to go a bit more in depth on the details of certain areas in future videos. For example, what airbases are used for what aircraft or purposes? Unit types each side had for their wars, ect.

[@Spudknocker]

Great idea

[@LockDCS]

@@Spudknocker one thing I do know looking at the mission editor is that Egypt is lacking in skins and some units. User files have some skins made.

[@jrgenkauling8269]

good review of the Sinai map

[@JSRJS]

Cool map. Is OnReTech (dev of map) based in Belarus?

[@Erv704]

Great presentation

[@schmeichel75]

Superb presentation of the new map. I think I'll have to get it. Being a bit short of SSD space, I'll probably uninstall the South Atlantic map, which I've flown over twice since its release. 😂

[@Kathlanus]

Ok, I was very sceptical and not enthusiastic at all when it was announced. But now I'm sold. Now I'm curious if the same is gonna happen with northern australia. Kola I was sold right out the gate :D

[@joshuadeliman3328]

Nice review what music did you use?

[@jameswilliams1085]

Good review sir.

[@Fox3-Luck]

Looking good

[@abaza738]

Will there be Jordanian bases and airports added to this map? It would add a unique dynamic to the gameplay and possible scenarios to experiment with IMHO

[@Ozieneercs]

@1:22 that island and roads or pathways on it does look like they were cut from a texture patch from FS 2004 terrain of +18 years ago.

[@rumi_137]

May I ask @spudnocker what is the last soundtrack playing in the end of the video?

[@negativghostrdr]

Hey Spud, what is that music track? I’m thinking of having that on in the jet while I fly around this map!

[@dronepilot918]

Nice soundtrack music. where did you get it?

[@Tetemovies4]

4:03 The mirage III has been in pause for years unfortunately. That being said as a MIII lover, the kfir is some pretty high grade copium.

[@madaxe606]

A Mirage III would really complement this map perfectly. As would the Su-7, Sud Vautour or the MiG-17.

[@Spudknocker]

There actually is a MiG-17 in the works!

[@madaxe606]

@@Spudknocker So I've heard. No updates in quite some time, though. Not usually a good sign. :(

[@bgabor1911]

Razbam's MiG-19 will be also very useful here, provided that they will finally make an egyptian skin for the aircraft. Which they failed to do in the last three years.

[@Spudknocker]

Check the userfiles section of the ED website I am sure there is one in there!

[@RichsModelingTrains]

Cool

[@ChonkyMIG-15]

What is the calming music playing in this video? Specifically during the history section

[@jordancollins7714]

Can you do carrier based f18 stuff with this new map? I’m new to DCS and I’m letting the f18.

[@plabbsi]

Strange to have a map review without showing a map of the area. The geography section was pretty much wasted on me since I didn't know where any of the sections are located and where one area ends and the next one begins.

[@jayyy254]

Hey spud do you ever plan on making a video on your new graphic settings?

[@Spudknocker]

It’s in the works

[@CaptainBiggles.]

Lets get you to 60,000 subscribers

[@Spudknocker]

Let do it!

[@DanielSirqueira]

One thing that no one showed are historical and tourist points on the map. The map of Syria is full of them. Even the PG has it too. ​​​​​​​I would love to see the historical and biblical sights in Israel. Temples etc...

[@orifpv4726]

In what server did you were in the intro?

[@F22raptor46]

During 8:00 what is the background music playing here?

[@romanostrov3040]

I want to see how they make my Home Base Hazerim ;3 ,I see in pictures aslo see in video (P.s -this not where F-16 and F-15 stand XD ,this garage is for Beechcraft T-6 Texan II ,because Hazerim have Fly Academy ,where cateds learning to became pilots )

[@funkytownjedi]

😎🔥🔥

[@vladimirgluten5269]

Will the Ka 50 have a place on this map?

[@SDsc0rch]

@spud -- i've got a performance question how does the sinai map compare to syria? can you get us some metrics? in my varjo aero (w/ fov rend'g) i can get 90fps on all maps except syria in syria i've got to bring my PPD down to 37 to get rid of stuttering can you give us any metrics how the two compare?? thanks man

[@Spudknocker]

Hey man, all I can say is the map performs really well you should see no difference from Persian gulf

[@SDsc0rch]

@@Spudknocker - ok thx will go check my performance on PG

[@SDsc0rch]

@@Spudknocker -- not able to get 90fps on PG 7-13700 4090 32GB win11 37ppd 1x pixel density most everything else maxed out that's in VR with varjo aero with fov'd rend'g in flat screen I'll be pegged to at least 90fps

[@mr.badnade3309]

My question is, how large in file size will the map be. I wish I had more storage on my PC for all the maps and modules but that's not the case.

[@peterpickguitar]

1 month ago I couldn't get this game due to my HD space. But I bought an external SSD with 2 TB. Now all DCS content goes in that SSD.

[@jep1103]

Think this is dropping soon

[@jdtate101]

Given the number of you-tubers covering it...I think so too.

[@llama1910]

Excellent review, thank you! Any chance you could cover the Israeli part in more depth? The bases, Gaza, etc?

[@marcoext2275]

Impossibile

[@rangerfive1]

What is the song being played?

[@thecodphein467]

In VR all the desert maps look the same, just empty space. It’d be nice to have a map that feels full of life.

[@MattGreenNL]

holy shit take my money !

[@negan7370]

At last good map for IRON EAGLE mission

[@joeyt5486]

What is the name of the historical building shown in 10:40?

[@_DanFlyingMan]

so when is it's release? anyone know?

[@AviationStation85]

The continued development of standalone maps tells me that the DCS Global map is many many years away.

[@Spudknocker]

Ya that’s for sure!

[@AchrafAMINE]

I think the world map in dcs will be very basic like crimea region in the Caucasus one, and all the purchased maps will be patched over in way that, when flying from Beirut to Sochi, you'll be able to do it by flying over an empty Turkey. Not msfs world map, but way better than what we got now

[@rumi_137]

I AGREE 100% 13:10

[@madbain79]

SOLD!!!!

[@dickboogaard3175]

Hello thanks for this big info. Nice ant good video.👌👌👍👍 See you later.

[@prichardgs]

Spud-When is release?!?!?!?!?

[@theclassicliberal1915]

Anyone know the release date?

[@IRONIC1688]

Egypt and Israel had one of the most bitter rivalries of proxy cold war nations, then they made the move and became partners. Now both are fighting togather a counterinsurgency campaign against ISIS Sini. This map is going to be such an adventure to discover. Great preview!

[@Spudknocker]

True but it’s also important to remember that President Anwar Sadot normalized relations with Israel all the way back in 1978! They were the first Arab nation to make peace with Israel.

[@AviAssayag]

Why don't you mention ZedTank for the use of his skins??

[@SDsc0rch]

13:50 ---- performance

[@LeeDavis17]

Hi I’m Spudknocker and I speak like a robot

[@curlybill357]

We really need more ai assets.

[@shaneduc]

So 2 week's aka SSSOOOOOONNN...

[@pogo1140]

Post ww2 Egyptian spitfire vs British Spitfires and mossies vs Israeli Spitfires, 109's and Mustangs.

[@hbladeh]

Rly?... Another desert?...

[@Zahadumgoth]

As for me I dont like clone maps like Sinai and Syria, Channel and Normandy. I would rather create different map in the other part of Earth with uniqe nature like Alaska or Vietnam.

[@il2cliffsofdovercodgamepla206]

DCS low graphic from 98) do not support previos planes and maps, low weapons systems actuallity

[@chocks9350]

Why dont you become a preast ???????????????????

[@Spudknocker]

I’m an atheist, but as a historian you cannot discount religious beliefs because they influence people in real life

[@davidbradley3227]

Shut up and take my money

[@flajflaj]

This map looks bad. I've purchased it and I regreat :(

[@vitpokorny6563]

Ahh finaly i can write this . . . . WE WILL TAKE JERUSALEM!!!

[@mosquito.j.785]

Nah. Pass. I'll wait for the Kola map.

[@theack777]

OMG please stop. Normally I love all of your videos but this one sounds like you're just trying to be a substitute teacher in a history class doing a terrible job just reading from a history book real slow. Why are you telling us about the history of the slavery of the in review for a DCS map. Sorry I got to give you a thumbs down for this one brother. I'm assuming they gave you a script that they wanted you to read to give you this map but it doesn't look good for you on this one.

[@lunegoff]

nobody speaks about memory consumption on this map, compared to Syria for instance