The DCS: AH-64D hype has been going for months now and it hasn’t slowed down at all with the release of the module as the whole DCS community is checking out the newest module. I’ve not seen such excitement for a long time and its great to see. There’s a ton of content to check…
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Out of the ashes springs a new DCS WWII server
Even before news came out that Storm of War, DCS World’s most popular WWII server community, was shutting down there was word that the folks over at 4YA were plotting to spin up a new DCS WWII server. As one door and era closes, a new one looks set to begin. 4YA WW2 spins up…
Deadstick developers are switching up their community updates
A common request in the Deadstick community is for more updates from the developers, REMEX Software, and the developers have responded with a promise for some more in-depth information. We’ve also learned that the closed beta is starting later this year. Here’s the latest! A message to the community The video response to community requests…
For virtual combat pilot training, check out Requiem’s Discord
You may have used the Air Combat Tutorial Library to learn how to get a leg up on your combat flying in IL-2 or maybe even to brush up on some basic flying techniques. Now Requiem, the creator of ACTL, has launched his own Discord community centered around helping virtual pilots get up to speed…
Flight sim pilots come together in solidarity
I’m always impressed by the level of solidarity that the flight sim community can show and none more than in difficult times. Last week I wrote a post about the ITAF Italian Fighters squadron coming together to do some aerobatics to show solidarity among their members. I thought it was a great idea and I…
Check out szelljr’s incredible Flying Circus skins
The flight sim community constantly astounds me when it comes to the sheer variety of talents out there. So many of you contribute with your thoughts, your ideas, your videos, screenshots, writing and more – for someone like szelljr, its the visual art that translates historical photos and references into some true pieces of art….
The mystery of why Red wins more missions than Blue in IL-2 multiplayer
The Wings of Liberty server is a popular one with IL-2 multiplayer pilots attracting relatively large numbers of players on a regular basis. In my experience it is the most consistently filled server available. Attracting large numbers of players, a wide variety of skills, and hosting hundreds of matches a month keeps things pretty exciting…
IL-2 release 2.006 release imminent
IL-2’s Producer, Jason Williams, took to the forums this eveningtook to the forums this evening to talk about the upcoming 2.006 release. The team is working hard to make the update happen around December 15 if all goes well, however, the road may be a slightly bumpy one. Jason wrote: This particular update has been…
I’m nearly back
I was unexpectedly away with a minor medical issue that prevented me from doing updates. All is well but recovery can be frustratingly long at times! I’m still on the mend so I’ll keep this short but over the last week there’s been a new Dev Update on the progress with DX11, a Halloween sale…
Flight simmers are a different kind of fan
I’ve maintained for some time that a flight sim fan is a different kind of gaming fan than your average gamer. Gamers are a diverse group and so it would be unwise to generalize too much. That said, I think its important to recognize that our flight sim community has a few special features that…
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