DCS World Open Beta Update 2.9: What's New and Improved

Last Updated on November 6, 2023 by Ajay Kumar

Digital Combat Simulator (DCS) World continues to evolve, and the recent Open Beta Update 2.9 introduces a host of improvements, fixes, and new features across various modules. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the key changes and enhancements made to the DCS World experience.

DCS 2.9 World General Improvements:

ME. Resource Manager: Fixed an issue where the supplier arrow from the previous mission would sometimes remain.
MP. Ships Livery: Ships’ liveries now match the specified mission.
AI Aircraft: The S-3B Tanker received an updated 3D model.
Stennis CVN-74: This carrier is now available for spawn and landing without the SC module.
MP. Aircraft and Missiles Jitter: Resolved the issue of aircraft and missiles in flight “jittering” back and forth.
AI Aircraft: The IL-76MD’s middle section can no longer endure too many hits.
MP. TACAN Range: TACAN range is no longer stuck at 20 nm when Voice Chat is disabled.
Graphics: Fixed issues related to graphical options, including Anti-Aliasing, Flat Shadows Blur, and SSS.
Graphics: Addressed problems with Screen Space Shadows when using DLSS.
MP. Rotor Wash Effect: The new rotor wash effect is now visible to other clients.

Graphics: DLSS no longer causes blurring of FC3 aircraft HUD with rapid movement.
Scripting Function: The issue with coalition.getPlayers() not returning CA controlled objects has been resolved.
MP. Net Protocol Change: Old version servers will not be shown in the server list due to a net protocol change.

DCS: F-16C Viper Improvements:

Fixed the issue where TDOA in MP caused severe server lag and high CPU usage on the server.
Resolved the problem of TDOA generating frozen targets.

AA FCR no longer detects ground units.
Performing the BIT test will no longer remove lock tones from the RWR.

DCS: F/A-18C Improvements:

Added a new pilot model from the first person (work in progress).
Fixed the issue where jamming symbology was missing from the RDR ATTK page.
Resolved a crash in missions with more than 1000 units.

The sensor control switch aft is now operable in ACM bore mode.
External fuel tanks now correctly MASK ATFLIR.

DCS: AH-64D Improvements:

Fixed the issue where Attitude Hold sub-modes caused occasional oscillations in pitch and roll.
Resolved the crash on Datalink BDA Send.
Throttle levers now sync correctly in Multicrew.

The circular pattern appearing in CPG monitor in certain conditions has been fixed.

DCS: Mi-24P Hind Improvements:

Improved Petrovich AI targets detection tuning, taking into account various factors.

Petrovich AI now scans for targets routinely from his cockpit when not using ATGM aiming sight.
Petrovich AI reports contacts clockwise if detected, with subtitles.

DCS: A-10C II Tank Killer Improvements:

Fixed the issue with the wrong radio for voice chat.
SADL: Changing ID’s now affects all aircraft.
GBU-31/38/54 now align correctly.

DCS: Yak-52 Improvements:

Added LODs to the aircraft.
Fixed a too small trigger zone in the take-off training mission.

DCS Supercarrier Improvements:

Stennis CVN-74 is now available for spawn and landing without the SC module.

DCS Mirage F1 Improvements:

Fixed issues with radios, fuel quantities, radar scan, ground crew interactions, animations, and more.

DCS: SA-342 Gazelle Improvements:

Fixed VOIP radio selection.

DCS: C-101 Aviojet Improvements:

The radio for transmission is correctly selected at hot start.

DCS: M-2000C Improvements:

Added an IFF Transponder.

The DCS World Open Beta Update 2.9 brings a plethora of enhancements and fixes, making the DCS experience even better. Whether you’re flying the F-16C Viper, the F/A-18C, the AH-64D, the Mi-24P Hind, or any other module, these improvements aim to provide a smoother and more immersive combat simulation experience. Dive into the world of DCS World and enjoy these latest improvements and fixes in this open beta update.