DCS: A-10C Warthog (first screens!)

Nate--IRL-- · 16 Feb 2011 at 21:37

The In-game Training missions are pretty good. Also I recommend reading and re-reading the "Understanding SOI and SPI" chapter (pg 395 of the manual IIRC). Once you get a handle on this you're half way there.

Nate

Nate--IRL-- · 21 Feb 2011 at 21:55

It's not a release candidate, it is the Final. We have been internally testing the RC for a while now. You should expect an nice bump in performance from Beta 4.

From the front page..............

Wags said:
“DCS: A-10C WARTHOG” Released

DUXFORD, UK, February 21, 2011 – The Fighter Collection and Eagle Dynamics now offer “DCS: A-10C Warthog” as a digital download for $59.99.

Purchase "DCS: A-10C Warthog" at:
http://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/index.php?end_pos=1322&scr=shop&lang=en

"DCS: A-10C Warthog" is a PC simulation of the U.S. premier Close Air Support attack aircraft. This is the second aircraft in the DCS series, following DCS: Black Shark, and raises the bar even higher in the DCS series. Warthog brings the most realistic PC simulation of a modern fixed wing combat aircraft in regards to flight dynamics, avionics, sensors, and weapon systems. You also have the option to play Warthog in "Game" mode for a casual game experience. Fly missions in the Caucuses region of the Black Sea against and with a wide array of air, land and sea forces with new and improved intelligence. Create your own missions and campaigns with the included Mission and Campaign Editors, and fly with and against friends online using the included online game browser.

Key Features:
• Fly the A-10C “Warthog” in either realistic or game modes.
• Fly missions in Georgia and Russia.
• Interactive training missions shallow the learning curve dramatically.
• Rich campaigns and single missions included.
• Multiplayer cooperative and head-to-head.
• Mission and Campaign editors allow user created content.
• The most realistic flight dynamics ever done for a PC simulation.
• Huge array of land, air and sea units to flight along and against.
• Ability to command ground forces during missions with radio commands.
• Fully interactive Forward Air Controller (FAC) that helps you find targets.

Website:
http://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/series/warthog

System recommendation
Operating system: 64-bit Windows XP, Vista, and 7
Processor: CPU: Core 2 Duo E6600 or AMD Phenom X3 8750 or better
Memory: 4GB
Hard disk space: 7 GB
Video: Shader 3.0 or better; 512MB NVIDIA GeForce 8600GT DirectX 9.0c or better
Sound: DirectX 9.0c-compatible
DirectX®: 9.0C

About The Fighter Collection:
The Fighter Collection, as well as developing software for the entertainment and serious game markets, also operates, rebuilds and maintains Europe's largest collection of airworthy WWII fighters and is based at Duxford Airfield, in the UK. For more information visit our websites: http://www.fighter-collection.com/

Trailer:

Nate

Nate--IRL-- · 27 Feb 2011 at 14:49

Yep, you need to Login to EDNet for Multiplayer, Singleplayer is not affected.

Nate

Nate--IRL-- · 27 Feb 2011 at 15:52

bloodhunter said:
just watched the video on page 1 of this thread and i must say i am very imprerssed with the quality of the graphics.

Is this actual gameplay or just the cinematics?

HAWX had a good cinematic intro but relatively poor ingame graphics in comparrison.

All in game, save for one or two filters in After effects in places AFAIK.

Nate

Nate--IRL-- · 2 Mar 2011 at 21:27

If you can get 6DoF working with your home made one go for it, but if you don't want the hassle, even TIR 4 is perfect for the Hog. 6DoF is awesome

Nate

Nate--IRL-- · 6 Mar 2011 at 19:12

Eames said:
I'm using a logitech extreme 3d pro and its cheap and cheerful

Great stick for newcomers to flight sims I would say, 12 buttons, twist rudder and a throttle lever so you can play any flight game with it.

If youre going to be spending large amounts of time playing flight sims I would choose something more expensive, but this is a great casual/amateur level option.

I have the same stick and it is more than enough for Warthog. This is what I use............

Nate--IRL-- said:
I use the 6 buttons on the Left as Modifier buttons so that ......

Button 1 = Cannon
Button 2 = Weapon Release
Button 3 = Nvgs
Button 5 = NWS
Button 4 or 6 = China Hat

Edit:- to make it clearer, Buttons 7-12 are on the base of the Joystick, 1-6 are on the stick.

Hat = Slew
Button 7 + Hat = Trim
Button 8 + Hat = Coolie Hat
Button 9 + Hat = DMS
Button 10 + Hat = TMS
Button 12 + Hat = CMS
Button 7 + Button 2 = Master Mode cycle
Button 7 + Button 3 or 4 = Zoom
Button 7 + Button 5 or 6 = Speed Brakes
Button 8 + Button 4 = Autopilot
Button 8 + Button 3 or 5 = Boat Switch
Button 9 + Button 3, 5 or 6 = Pinkie switch
Button 10 + Button 3, 5 or 6 = Mic Switch
Button 12 + Button 2 = CMS Z-axis

This is from memory so I may have left one or two things out.

Nate

Nate--IRL-- · 14 Mar 2011 at 18:08

I might have to pick up a small touch screen, that looks quite good. Anybody know where to get one for a decent price?

Nate

Nate--IRL-- · 14 Mar 2011 at 20:23

Just go here 1.1.0.6 is the latest version..... http://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/index.php?scr=product&ProductId=8&end_pos=135&lang=en

Nate

Nate--IRL-- · 14 Mar 2011 at 20:43

I don't have these issues, but I've noted others mentioning it. What's your hardware?

Nate

Nate--IRL-- · 14 Mar 2011 at 22:09

Well you could try this thread http://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=68060

Also I see some people mentioning the 195.75 nvidia drivers as a safe set.

You'd probably be best starting your own thread over there, I'm not sure I can help.

Nate

Nate--IRL-- · 18 Mar 2011 at 21:29

Yeah the 1.1.0.6 patch could be a bit more stable. 1.1.0.7 is on its way though.

To solve the Controls crashes go to --> C:\Users\<User Name>\Saved Games\DCS Warthog\Config and delete the input folder.

Also if running an Nvidia GPU try the latest beta drivers, some have reported this helps. Oh and don't alt-tab from fullscreen, if you can help it, that can cause a crash with explosions.

Nate

Nate--IRL-- · 21 Mar 2011 at 01:36

Creelers said:
Eh, I want a good helicopter simulation, but I want it to be the AH-64D Longbow Apache

Also, I'd probably forgot A-10C stuff trying to remember Black Shark stuff.

It also depends on the sale price. If there is one.

I'd love an Apache too, but the next DCS module is slated to be a US fixed wing aircraft, they haven't said which one though.

Nate

Nate--IRL-- · 5 Apr 2011 at 15:58

Patch 1.1.0.7 is out --> http://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/downloads/patches/dcs-wh_patch_1.1.0.7_en/?

FIXED BUGS AND ISSUES
Adjustments to reduce probability of stuttering
Fixed some bugs in the campaigns and missions
Fixed some bugs that caused tracks to play back incorrectly
Fixed force correlate mode for AGM-65K/H/G
Fixed missions sometimes crashing before getting to cockpit
Some glitches with GUI images are fixed
Assigning the same function twice to input device causing a crash is fixed
A new fuel tanks depot of 3D models was added
Fixed tracking of Aerial Refueling in Logbook
TACAN crashes if beacon activated by AI AFTER radio it turned on inside the player's plane is fixed
Fixed of a Molniya animations
E-3A now able to mid-air refuel
Fixed the damage model of the Su-25
AI helicopters will now hold assigned airspeed
Changed CCIP INVALID message logic
Fixed a bug with smoke that caused it not to follow wind direction
Landing and taxi issues of AI at Gelendzhik are resolved
Gun sight was changed from fixed 41 mil sight to 4000ft cross when CCIP INVALID condition exists in CCIP mode
Fixed GBU-38 inaccuracy when target designation is set a Markpoint
Fixed memory management during textures loading
Faster textures loading at start up
Fixed occasional crash on exit
Tuned textures loading procedure
E-3A pilots will no longer eject
Resolved issue with AI "traffic jams" at Sukhumi afld
Multiplayer - Exterior airbrake sound on other client loop is fixed
Restored key commands for quick communications without radio menu
AI getting damaged when refueling is fixed
AI flight members not forming up correctly with flight lead after takeoff is resolved
Fixed the crash with Effects.dll
Player pilot suffers hypoxia after shutting down engines on the tarmac is fixed
AI aircraft during taxi at Vaziani is resolved
Buildings that flicker and visibly grow up out of the ground on Low graphics settings is fixed
Aircraft shelters will use season textures
AI wingman Maverick usage causes crash is fixed
Crash when grass comes into view in not certain conditions is fixed
Problems with AI on the landing in Sukhumi, Krymsk, Anapa are fixed
Problems of AI aircraft on the taxi ways are solved
Mission crash caused some data from preparing mode is fixed
The switching of high-order digits on the VHF radios is fixed
Solved problem when a light source is present, fog disappears when viewed from above
DX renderer errors with textures loading are fixed
WorldManager error at mission editor loading is fixed
Mission generator error from mission editor is solved
MP- FMBase error with repeated connection to server is fixed
Adjusted taxi light of aircrafts
Fixed some bugs with the Buk and Patriot SAMs and their adjusted their behavior
The yellow cross cursor will be hidden if inactive for more than five seconds
Fixed G-meter in A-10C
Weapons.dll crash after Player Aircraft is Destroyed by Patriot or S-300 is fixed
ME. The mission browser opening is better optimized
Role changes of AI will not cause error in mission editor
ECM pod will work after rearming
Crash on cockpitbase.dll while watching the track is fixed
Crash on unpausing the MP track is fixed
Air Defense units will distinguished from other ground vehicles in the debriefing
Some bugs in the logbook are fixed
Fixed some a textures Z-fighting bugs on the ground
Fixed a time combo-box in the mission generator
Adjusted A-10C oxygen system when the aircraft is on the ground
MP- Fixed crash whenever a client or the server pilot uses the emergency External Store Jettison button
UnitGroup crash with ship shooting is fixed
Adjusted input default profiles
The buildings shadow glitch in the TGP video is fixed

Nate

Nate--IRL-- · 5 Apr 2011 at 20:13

Gimpymoo said:
MMMM...

Waits patiently with arms folded for the Steam release

All the files were sent to Steam a few weeks ago. Just waiting on Steam to get their **** together. Expect it soon.

Nate

Nate--IRL-- · 6 Apr 2011 at 13:21

miller745 said:
Maybe I can learn how to engage a target the JTAC is looking at now.

So frustrating going through a cold start, taxi, takeoff, spend 10 minutes trying to get the coordinates he's giving me to match up to where the target is, fire a mav off and CTD upon it's impact.

If that was the Effect.dll crash introduced in the last patch, it should be fixed.

Nate

Nate--IRL-- · 9 Apr 2011 at 14:08

miller745 said:
....One more for the bug DB.

If you managed to save the track, I'll take look and submit it.

Nate

Nate--IRL-- · 10 Apr 2011 at 17:36

I've seen the issue before. Seems to be OK in the latest test build however. Should be fixed in 1.1.0.8.

Nate

Nate--IRL-- · 22 Apr 2011 at 19:24

Now on Steam... http://store.steampowered.com/app/61010

http://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?p=1180465#post1180465

Nate

Nate--IRL-- · 22 Apr 2011 at 20:35

Apologies gents looks like I jumped the gun --> http://forums.eagle.ru/showpost.php?p=1180555&postcount=93

Wags said:
Sorry, but we could not come to a pricing agreement with Steam for a UK release.

Gimpy if you like I could Gift it to you and you could pay me through paypal, but note the Euro price on steam is quite high @ €49.99.

Nate

Nate--IRL-- · 22 Apr 2011 at 21:18

Yeah that's better, I think the American price is cheaper by nearly $10.

I have to say I'm perplexed as to why an agreement couldn't be reached for the UK, why would Steam object to a Developer setting their own price level? Very odd.

Nate