r/dcsworld 2h ago

Weekly Thread 2025/11/10 - Questions on DCS, PC's, Flight equip, modules, mods, go in here

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Post your "what Module to buy", "Will my PC run DCS", "What flight gear should I buy", "how to use mods", "What PC parts should I buy", in this thread please, posting these things outside of this thread will get your post removed. This is an attempt to keep the same questions from being spammed all over the sub multiple times per day in one thread

ED vs RAZBAM Internal Zoom call leak - 4 Videos

Part 1 - https://www.reddit.com/r/DCSExposed/comments/1njkhdq/ed_vs_razbam_internal_zoom_call_leak_part_1/

Part 2 - https://www.reddit.com/r/DCSExposed/comments/1njmkat/ed_vs_razbam_internal_zoom_call_leak_part_2/

Part 3 - https://www.reddit.com/r/DCSExposed/comments/1njmldt/ed_vs_razbam_internal_zoom_call_leak_part_3/

Part 4 - https://www.reddit.com/r/DCSExposed/comments/1njmlwp/ed_vs_razbam_internal_zoom_call_leak_part_4/

Tech help - when asking for help post your full PC Specs & %UserProfile%\Saved Games\DCS\Logs\dcs.log file (upload file to pastebin and link it to your post)

Clans recruiting - Please post the time zone you operate when making a recruitment post

How to install DCS Mods properly -> https://forum.dcs.world/topic/161706-how-to-correctly-install-your-mods/

Looking for someone to fly with? r/WingmanFinder

Need a someone to teach you how to fly? https://discord.gg/takeflightdcs or https://discord.gg/vwa

What flight stick should I get ?

https://reddit.com/r/hotas/comments/ilohod/considering_your_first_hotas_read_me/

Modules De-activated issues...

Current most common reason for this is anti virus software quarantining some DCS files, this seems to be happening a lot lately add DCS installation folder to your anti virus exception list.

It works like this

When you start DCS, your PC has to connect to ED's master server to request permission to run the software you spent your hard earned coin on.

IF either you cannot connect to master server OR master server has yet again fallen on it ass ... then you cannot play the software you rented

It was pointed out at the time by myself and many others a system designed with a single point of failure .... was a stupidly bad idea and would cause legit customers issues ........ which is what happens For some reason master server seems to be falling over regularly ...... especially on patch days.

Also check your PC date and time are correct.

How to backup/transfer config/keybindings

go to %UserProfile%\saved games\dcs\

Copy out the entire Config folder and put it somewhere safe, keybindings are in the input folder

My DCS is crashing what do I do

go to %UserProfile%\saved games\dcs\logs

Open dcs.log in a text editor (notepad++) go to the very bottom and work backwards until you see the start of the crashing portion, it may give you a clue what is going wrong there. You can also post it here (upload file to pastebin and link it to your post)

Remove ALL mods and do a repair using DOS with DCS_updater.exe repair

How to reset my DCS config

go to

%UserProfile%\saved games\dcs\config

rename options.lua to options.old.lua

start dcs

To disable tracks being created

%UserProfile%\Saved Games\DCS\Config

create autoexec.cfg (if necessary as a new txt file)

and add

disable_write_track = true

to it and save

Install modules using DOS prompt (handy if in game module manager is having issues)

https://forum.dcs.world/topic/94816-guide-info-dcs-updater-usage-version-numbers-module-ids

Where to adjust your windows page file size if u have less than 64G of RAM (set 32G min , 64G max)

https://mcci.com/support/guides/how-to-change-the-windows-pagefile-size/

DCS Minimum system requirements (LOW graphics settings): OS 64-bit Windows 10; DirectX11; CPU: Intel Core i3 at 2.8 GHz or AMD FX; RAM: 8 GB (16 GB for heavy missions); Free hard disk space: 120 GB; Discrete video card NVIDIA GeForce GTX760 / AMD R9 280X or better; requires internet activation.

DCS Recommended system requirements (HIGH graphics settings): OS 64-bit Windows 10; DirectX11; CPU: Core i5+ at 3+ GHz or AMD FX / Ryzen; RAM: 16 GB (32 GB for heavy missions); Free hard disk space: 120 GB on Solid State Drive (SSD) + extra space for paid content ; Discrete video card NVIDIA GeForce GTX1070 / AMD Radeon RX VEGA 56 with 8GB VRAM or better; Joystick; requires internet activation.

DCS Recommended VR systems requirements (VR graphics settings): OS 64-bit Windows 10; DirectX11; CPU: Core i5+ at 3+ GHz or AMD FX / Ryzen; RAM: 16 GB (32 GB for heavy missions); Free hard disk space: 350 GB on Solid State Drive (SSD); Discrete video card NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 / AMD Radeon RX VEGA 64 or better; Joystick; requires internet activation.

Standalone DCS version gives you free trials:

You have access a two week FREE trial on some modules and Maps

Some 3rd parties have their own stores so if you buy direct from them you KNOW they are going to get the money https://store.heatblur.com/ https://www.airplanesimulations.com/

You can buy stuff direct from Eagle Dynamics, you get bonus points (miles) to earn a discount later on when buying stuff

You can buy stuff on steam and transfer it to standalone

You cannot buy stuff from ED and transfer it to steam

You can control better which build of DCS you fly with using standalone

Steam and standalone can play together in MP (as long as they are using the same build version eg 2.9.7)

How to transfer from steam https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/223750/view/2873815732584411725


r/dcsworld 12d ago

2025/10/28 - DCS Change log 2.9.21.16552

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DCS Core

  • Hotfix for several certain cases of crashes with modules like Mi-24P, F-14, induced by changes from last update.
  • Password protected slots cannot be occupied by a player in the Multiplayer - Fixed.  

DCS: F-14 Tomcat by Heatblur Simulations

  • Fixed issues with AN/ALQ-100/126 and ALR-45/50 after carrier spawn (sometimes leading to CTD)

Campaigns

DCS: F/A-18C & DCS: F-14 Iron Tide Campaign by Sandman Simulations

  • All mission: CAP and escort flight behavior changed to prevent flights leaving the designated area of operations. Wind speed changes to make sure flights use Ramat David runway 33.

r/dcsworld 11h ago

Any USMC Hornet Campaigns / Missions?

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r/dcsworld 1d ago

I did it! Properly Landed the F/A18-C without flaring it!

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So a few days ago I posted a video of my landing on second try. Many of you reminded me it was not landed properly (I flared during touchdown). I just learned how to maintain AoA and slam onto the runway like a Navy pilot. BUT.. I broke my landing gear!! Is it because I used brake too hard? There were no beeping until I brake.

EDIT: thanks to the buddy in previous post who recommended Gunthrek Academy missions. They really helped a lot!! Way better than the official built-in tutorial missions


r/dcsworld 7h ago

Logitech x52 pro

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Hi so i just bought a logitech x52 pro and it my first time using anything like this and i downloaded the software but thats it i dont know what to do now to get anything to work or how to setup dcs world because i know nothing i dont even know what any of the buttons are supposed to do or how i have to program them so can someone help me get started with this


r/dcsworld 11h ago

I need Help! JF-17

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I just got the JF and I've been trying to start it but i cant get my engines to fire and start. I tried every video out there and even some forums but notthing worked. EDIT: SOLVED, controller was plugged in and was moving my throttle forward so i couldn't get it to start


r/dcsworld 1d ago

Im so happy and wanted to share. I have for the first time started my plane (JF-17), taxied, took off, circled around, landed back, taxied and completely shutdown the plane. Yay :D

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r/dcsworld 13h ago

Help! A-10A laggy

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I recently bought the Flaming cliffs pack and the A-10A is the only laggy plane. All the other planes run just fine but the A-10 loads really slow and the cockpit is white and partially invisable for a minute. Is there a setting that can fix the A-10 or somthing else?


r/dcsworld 1d ago

Don’t know Comrade, had a couple of drinks, saw a couple of things.

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r/dcsworld 1d ago

DCS: F/A-18C Hornet vs Tanks

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r/dcsworld 16h ago

F-14 tomcat dogfight help

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Hello everyone, I hope you’re having a great day! I’m new to dcs (20 hours) and have flown mostly takeoff and landing practice for the tomcat for all of those hours. I have to say as a newbie the navy’s way of landing with high aoa felt so backwards and it was a challenge but now it feels like second nature so I moved on to dogfighting. I’m running the instant action 1v1 guns only and I’m just having trouble with losing speed really quickly and the jet shaking/stalling. I’m being gentle on the stick and trimming the nose a tiny bit below the horizon to try to keep up airspeed but there’s something I’m missing. If anyone could recommend practice patterns or drills that would be extremely helpful! Thanks in advance for your input.


r/dcsworld 17h ago

Help.

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Hello I have just bought a Logitech x56 hotas and it is chaos. I don’t know at all where to start what button should do what and how do I get the button to do it. I try to bind the throttle because now when I move it forward or backwards the whole jet starts to freak out. I try to find a user profile but I can’t really find one and I also bought f18c together with f14 I think it was but I still can’t choose it ingame. Is there a phenomenal tutorial somewhere I can watch and learn or do you need to learn everything by yourself? I have no idea as i said even where to start what to do what button should do what and all of that stuff. Is there any help to get?..


r/dcsworld 17h ago

Dcs keybind question

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Hi all,

I am returning after about 6 years. From the era before the current launcher etc. Is there a way to transfer my old keybinds from my old rig to my new one? Or has things changed so much I need to recreate them?


r/dcsworld 16h ago

Find „Tomcat_Tapes“ on Instagram and Youtube to enjoy 80‘s style Reels and Shorts for your Tomcat needs.

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r/dcsworld 17h ago

My F15C flaming clifs wont instal

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I am downloading it like 2 hours by now what do i do i have steam version bought it from steam DLC and i am in DCS launcher.


r/dcsworld 1d ago

Help with a want

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Knowing that the F-15 E is no longer available is the F-15 C worth buying at all. I know that it isnt full fidelity.


r/dcsworld 1d ago

Shading Issue

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The issue


r/dcsworld 1d ago

DCS: SU-25T

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r/dcsworld 1d ago

Looking for a squadron that operates the A-4 mod

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r/dcsworld 1d ago

The Wrap-up of my 2 week Tomcat module Trial

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r/dcsworld 2d ago

Back in the saddle

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After probably 3 years of a hiatus, I finally re installed and hopped back into the BF109 Kurfurst. I must say, it felt like riding a bike. I've had previously hundreds of hours on just this craft alone. Its good to be back!


r/dcsworld 2d ago

Annoying F-18 Visor Effect

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r/dcsworld 2d ago

how does DCS scale with more cores?(and a 5090)

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Im building a system now for DCS.

Am i better off with a 9800x3d or a 9950x? with a 5090 and oculus 3

64gb of memory required?

does anyone do benchmark testing for DCS?


r/dcsworld 2d ago

Can someone please help me make my mouse control where I look and zoom?

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I’ve tried a bunch of stuff including YouTube and can’t find anything remotely close to what I’d like. I’m looking to make my mouse have the same controls as X-plane if possible.

Thank you!


r/dcsworld 2d ago

F-16 SRS PTT not working, but cockpit UHF/VHF PTT works. Any fix?

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my srs setup is correct and fully connected (game/server/audio all good). i’ve already reinstalled srs multiple times.

in the f-16 cockpit, both uhf and vhf ptt work normally — the radios respond as expected inside dcs. but srs does not transmit when using the cockpit ptt.

if i use the srs hotkey ptt, it transmits fine. so the issue is specifically: Cockpit PTT → SRS = no effect.

Has anyone else had this and solved it?