DCS:- Black Shark English Version Released!

Damien. · 11 Dec 2008 at 11:32

Not my kinda game, but those graphics look stunning.

Devlish · 11 Dec 2008 at 12:33

So basically, if i opt for full realism and learn to fly it well, I could hijack a Ka-50 off some russian base somewhere in deepest darkest siberia and bring it home?

the_jetsetwilly · 11 Dec 2008 at 12:36

clint did with with firefox........... you may have to learn russian though

Nieldo · 11 Dec 2008 at 13:03

Sleepless said:
So basically, if i opt for full realism and learn to fly it well, I could hijack a Ka-50 off some russian base somewhere in deepest darkest siberia and bring it home?

Nah, you would be shot.

Dj_Jestar · 11 Dec 2008 at 13:05

Excellent. First thing I'll be doing when I get home.

Darg · 11 Dec 2008 at 13:47

Dj_Jestar said:
Excellent. First thing I'll be doing when I get home.

Hijacking a KA50?

ninjabib · 11 Dec 2008 at 14:04

Anyone actually played this in Arcade mode? It seems to be heavily geared towards hardcore flight sim junkies so ocncerned before purchasing as to whether the arcade side of it is actually any FUN.

Nieldo · 11 Dec 2008 at 14:44

Heres the dev note #9 which shows the arcade mode.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYlD83YSkFo&feature=related

wombraider · 11 Dec 2008 at 15:18

yeah last night I tried out the arcade mode , and yes it is fun to fly!

Jfan · 11 Dec 2008 at 15:26

Is there any drm protection used in this version? heard that it uses securerom or something on the dvd version at least

Nieldo · 11 Dec 2008 at 16:07

Taken from the FAQ on the forums:

Q: What form of copy protection does the product utilize?

A: The English release of DCS: Black Shark utilizes StarForce copy protection technology. The product requires online or phone activation. If StarForce detects changes to your computer hardware/software as described below, an activation will be required. The English version includes 8 (eight) activations and 10 (ten) deactivations. It's important to note that deactivations are utilized to save your activations when altering your PC hardware/software. Before conducting a PC upgrade/OS re-install, you can deactivate the product and when complete, reactivate without a loss of activations.

PieEater · 11 Dec 2008 at 16:46

The game appears to have a PEGI rating of either 16 or 18 (can't tell from the picture) does anyone know of the reason for this, most combat sims (Silent Hunter, Lock-On, IL2 Sturmovic) have a 7 rating.

Nieldo · 11 Dec 2008 at 16:49

PieEater said:
The game appears to have a PEGI rating of either 16 or 18 (can't tell from the picture) does anyone know of the reason for this, most combat sims (Silent Hunter, Lock-On, IL2 Sturmovic) have a 7 rating.

Not sure exactly. Maybe its because soldiers are in the game... and you can shoot em up with your cannon from 10 meters away while zoomed in on their face with your shkval.

KnightStalker · 11 Dec 2008 at 17:03

hmm i think this would make good use of my trackir4 and x52pro stick+pedals, im just a little unsure how i would get on with it, lock-on never agree'd with me at all, although id love to pilot some heli's

Nieldo · 11 Dec 2008 at 17:05

KnightStalker said:
hmm i think this would make good use of my trackir4 and x52pro stick+pedals, im just a little unsure how i would get on with it, lock-on never agree'd with me at all, although id love to pilot some heli's

You have the gear already, you should try this game out. There will be a demo soon I think.

Datamonkey · 11 Dec 2008 at 17:13

KnightStalker said:
hmm i think this would make good use of my trackir4 and x52pro stick+pedals, im just a little unsure how i would get on with it, lock-on never agree'd with me at all, although id love to pilot some heli's

Going to be downloading tonite,

Just placed an order with ocuk and its shipped already for the x52

NuclearWinter · 11 Dec 2008 at 17:17

How are the campaigns in this? Are they still the dull and sterile LOMAC style static missions, or have they implemented a good dynamic campaign ala Falcon 4.0, Longbow 2 or Enemy Engaged this time?

Jfan · 11 Dec 2008 at 17:28

Nieldo said:
Taken from the FAQ on the forums:

Q: What form of copy protection does the product utilize?

A: The English release of DCS: Black Shark utilizes StarForce copy protection technology. The product requires online or phone activation. If StarForce detects changes to your computer hardware/software as described below, an activation will be required. The English version includes 8 (eight) activations and 10 (ten) deactivations. It's important to note that deactivations are utilized to save your activations when altering your PC hardware/software. Before conducting a PC upgrade/OS re-install, you can deactivate the product and when complete, reactivate without a loss of activations.

Damn was hoping it wouldnt have starforce on dl version, guess im going to have to pass on this game, no way im letting starforce on my system, shame :/ thanks though

Dano · 11 Dec 2008 at 17:33

Jfan said:
Damn was hoping it wouldnt have starforce on dl version, guess im going to have to pass on this game, no way im letting starforce on my system, shame :/ thanks though

Noises are being made of a SF free Steam version, I live in hope...

Nieldo · 11 Dec 2008 at 17:38

Jfan said:
Damn was hoping it wouldnt have starforce on dl version, guess im going to have to pass on this game, no way im letting starforce on my system, shame :/ thanks though

Dano said:
Noises are being made of a SF free Steam version, I live in hope...

Yeah in the SimHQ interview they said they are currently talking to valve about putting it on steam. No more info than that though.