Eagle Dynamics introduced that the most recent huge map for its common army flight simulator DCS World is obtainable for pre-orders, and it is Afghanistan.
The map can be launched in early entry in June 2024 and might be pre-purchased in two totally different varieties.
The total model prices $48.99 (it’s going to value $69.99 after launch) and it contains the entire nation. In case you favor one thing extra compact and extra reasonably priced, you will get solely the Southwestern portion for $23.99 (it’s going to be $29.99 after launch).
The total map contains 1,449,216 sq. kilometers of terrain and 24 airfields, whereas the smaller model has 471,381 sq. kilometers of terrain and 12 airfields.
This is what Eagle Dynamics guarantees when the early entry of the map hits:
- Everything of Afghanistan with the southwestern portion accessible in excessive element at Early Entry launch.
- Excessive decision terrain mesh, textures and objects present a practical map from low to excessive altitude.
- Quite a few, authentically modelled airbases like Kandahar and Herat.
- Various terrain starting from towering mountains to huge deserts.
- Recreate battles spanning the final 40 years.
The announcement got here with a trailer, and if you already know DCS World, you possible know that Eagle Dynamics is aware of the best way to make good trailers. It actually offers an excellent have a look at Afghanistan’s iconic rugged terrain.
You’ll be able to watch it beneath.
In case you’re unfamiliar with DCS World, it is a extremely life like free-to-play army flight simulator accessible completely for PC. You will get it each on Eagle Dynamics’ retailer and Steam, however you must remember that whenever you decide a path, you are locked to it and all DLC are to be bought on the identical retailer.
With the free-to-play model, you get a primary P-51 Mustang, however having fun with the complete expertise requires further plane and modules that may be fairly costly. Fortunately, Eagle Dynamics hosts gross sales typically, and there’s a related free trial program for all the modules.
If you would like to know extra about what’s coming, you possibly can check out the annual new content material tease from earlier this 12 months, and the F-4 Phantom, which is able to enter early entry quickly.
You need to remember that DCS World positively is not straightforward to simply decide up and play. Whereas it is very rewarding, you may have loads of manuals to check earlier than you possibly can fly the extra superior jets and helicopters.