DCS 2.5 Update Thread (2020)

Wondering from what aspect this is being reviewed as the other comments all mention more aerodynamic properties but so far there is no mention of thrust, and as I recall engine performance has been described as “anemic” - although I am not sure if that is accurate statement or not.

With so much having changed over the years, I’m looking forward to the DCS standard bearer, the A-10C, getting a thorough overhaul.

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A more sprightly hog for a brighter future. Let’s dance, baby,

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That should say brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrt!

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that will probably give me the incentive to really learn the A10 :grinning: … until the hind comes out :grin:

Did I miss when the old Sierra/Dynamix-era moniker “tank killer” was applied to A-10 II?

I think it should be called A-10C II Warthog II Thunderbolt IV.

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That does sound awfully familiar…

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Lawsuit incoming. :crazy_face:

Hahahaha you gave me a good chuckle there!
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Edit: I do wonder the pricing range for the updated A10 for the A10 owners.

Unlike ED’s version, Dynamix had its own “Jester” in the A-10!
You’d have him making comments to you as you flew despite him not having anywhere to sit…

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Just in case it hasn’t been disclosed here:

  • Current DCS: A-10C Module (2010) will Continue to be Supported after A-10C v2 Module (2020) is Released.

  • DCS: A-10C v2 (2020) will Include DCS A-10C (2010).

DCS: A-10C v2 Feature List (WIP), As of a previous newsletter:

  • Updated External Model
  • Improved 3D mesh and textures
  • Removal of TISL pod

Updated Cockpit

  • Weathered (dirty bird) textures option

  • Addition of the ARC-210 radio head

  • Removal of the TISL control panel

  • Addition of the Scorpion HMCS control head

  • AGM-65E2/L Laser-Guided Maverick

  • DSMS Status and Inventory Pages

  • HUD and Weapon Video Symbology

  • READY, ACTIVATE, SCAN, TRACK, and SLAVE Modes

  • Updated Maverick HOTAS Commands

  • PRF Code Input (DSMS)

Missiles and Guided-Bombs

  • AGR-20 Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) Laser-Guided Rockets
  • GBU-54 Laser-JDAM

ARC-210 VHF/UHF Satellite Radio

  • Radio Start
  • Menu Pages
  • Manual Frequency Selection
  • Preset Channel Selection
  • Guard Channels Selection
  • Setting Preset Channels 1–25
  • Setting Preset Channels 26–30

Scorpion Helmet-Mounted Cueing System (HMCS)

  • Control Head
  • HMCS Display
  • HMCS HOTAS Commands
  • HMCS Setting STAT Page
  • Targeting Pod projection window
  • Data Link PPLI, Mini-SPI, EPLRS, and Designated Target Symbols
  • Waypoints/Steerpoint Symbols
  • SPI and Hookship Symbols
  • TDC and TGP Symbols

Hands on Throttle and Stick (HOTAS)

  • Updated HOTAS Commands
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So it will be like when you buy the F-14 you will (eventually) have the F-14A and B together.

I know they said A-10C owners will get a discount, but I’m not sure what it will be. While 1/2 off is the obvious discount (because we only need the new one), I’m not holding my breath for any particular amount.

It will be what it will be.

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I would have said less than half before, as the base A-10C covers a lot of things and then we are just switching in some new parts and function.

However, with a revised flight model coming out I can justify 50%.

And to be fair, considering the price:entertainment ratio on the A-10C I have had by comparison to many other games I have bought, if they asked for more I wouldn’t be wholly opposed but would expect a good justification be provided.

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Wasn’t that only in the training mission?
Gosh I don’t remember… Maybe you’re right. That guy withye mustaches?

sigh I guess I have to play it again. :wink:

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Valid points.

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IMHO, the new weapons, radios, and Scorpion HMCS are worth it alone.

I bought A-10C a decade ago, so I got my $50 worth, and I’m pretty sure I got it on sale actually, so prolly less.

the 2nd license I got on steam for $10 on sale. (I have 2 A-10C Licenses)

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Anyone old enough to remember the missions that shipped with the original Nevada map? There was a great CAS mission I hope they reproduce

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This is something worthy of putting in your ears while flying this week:

It’s ED’s Kate Perederko being interviewed by the streamers. She’s great. Between her and Wags, I feel we’re in great hands. The aplomb and certainty which she showed answering some of the questions are just awesome. She’s one badass lady.

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Cool! Will listen to it tomorrow.

Somebody on reddit was so kind to put together a summarized transcript of the interview.

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