Voice Chat Development Report Improvements inbound!

We’re excited to bring you a closer look at the upcoming expansion to the DCS Voice Chat, as first mentioned in our 2026 roadmap. This update will introduce new radio roles that can be operated by human players, giving mission designers the tools to create fully interactive player-voice communications within their missions. You will be able to communicate seamlessly using both AI and player-controlled units, adding a new level of immersion to your online scenarios.

Flexibility is at the heart of this new system. With the updated Mission Editor, mission creators can assign radios to a wide range of entities that includes air, ground, and naval units, as well as static objects like airfield control towers. Once set up, these radios appear as selectable slots at mission start, allowing players to jump into roles like an AWACS operator, forward observer, or ATC controller.

Each radio is directly linked to its host unit, making full use of DCS’s advanced radio simulation. Factors such as line-of-sight, frequency management, and real-time voice processing will all affect signal quality, just as they do in real-world operations. Radios are now an integral part of the battlefield, and they can be taken out if their host unit is destroyed, adding a fresh layer of tactical depth to your missions.

To make things even more accessible, we are developing a lightweight client that lets users join missions in a communications role without launching the full DCS application. This paves the way for integration with popular third-party tools like LotATC, and makes it easier than ever to bring dedicated controllers and support personnel into your multiplayer sessions.

This feature is currently in testing, and we look forward to sharing more as development continues. In the meantime, we invite you to try out the current Voice Chat system and experience its real-time radio effects, which already offer unique audio characteristics from World War II to modern-era communications.
 

2026 Spring Sale The savings continue!

The 2026 Spring Sale continues on our E-Shop until April 5th, 2026, at 15:00 GMT, and don’t miss out on these exciting deals! Shop a wide range of Eagle Dynamics and 3rd-party aircraft, terrain, and campaigns. See the full list here.

Flaming Cliffs 2024 is now 50% off!

Get 50% off the Flaming Cliffs 2024 pack! This collection of 11 aircraft is perfect for DCS newcomers or those expanding their collection. Enjoy Cold War icons like the MiG-15bis Flaming Cliffs and F-86F Sabre Flaming Cliffs, or Redfor favourites like the naval Su-33 Flaming Cliffs and J-11 Flaming Cliffs, China’s version of the Su-27.


 

DTC Developing Deals!

With the recent updates to our new and improved DTC system, there has never been a better time to get into the DCS: F-16C and the DCS: F/A-18C. Expanded Data Transfer Cartridge functionality adds advanced navigation, waypoint, and route planning tools for both the F-16 and F/A-18, greatly improving pre-flight mission planning and aircraft setup. Several fixes also enhance reliability across RWR, ELINT, and weapon systems. Read more here and see Wags video on this here!

Track While Save!

As mentioned last week, the DCS: MiG-29A Fulcrum is on sale for the first time. Wags released an in-depth video on how to best utilize the Track-While-Scan-Feature, also known as the TWF mode that enables automatic tracking and prioritization of the highest-threat target based on range, closure rate, and detection consistency. The system can monitor multiple contacts simultaneously, slewing sensors and designating targets while leaving final engagement control in the pilot’s hands.

Save on multiple terrains!

The DCS: Syria map, currently 20% off, is expanding to 1000×980 km, and it will include new regions, dozens of new airfields, cities, and detailed landmarks. Seasonal changes, improved coastlines, and added SAM sites further enhance the depth and realism of this battlefield. Other maps, like DCS: Nevada, DCS: Persian Gulf, DCS: Sinai, DCS: South Atlantic, and DCS: The Channel, are 50% off for a limited time. Don’t miss your chance to save and add some new terrains now!



Something to do with all those deals!
Looking for something to do with all those new modules? There are fantastic campaigns available for many of our most popular aircraft, including the DCS: F-16C and the DCS: F/A-18C. Campaigns like the DCS: F-16C Red Flag 21-1 and DCS: F/A-18C Aggressors BFM campaigns are on sale at up to 50% off, offering hours of immersive gameplay. Check out the full list to find your next challenge!

Wings Over Normandy from AMVI Season 3, Chapter 2 is live now

Season 3, Chapter 2 of Wings Over Normandy Server is now live. This marks the return of one of the most structured and strategically engaging WWII multiplayer campaigns in the DCS multiplayer scene. Hosted by our friends at AMVI, this event-based server offers focused, high-intensity operations where teamwork, planning, and precise execution are the keys to victory.

Unlike persistent servers, Wings Over Normandy features focused 'spot' campaigns that run for one to two months at a time, several times each year. This approach encourages large, meaningful participation, with every sortie making a real difference to the overall campaign's progress. Your actions matter, and the momentum of battle shifts in real time based on your decisions.

One of the key features of this campaign is a lively and dynamic battlefield that responds directly to your individual and team actions. Destroying strategic targets reshapes the front lines, while logistics hubs and infrastructure are necessary for each side to sustain operations and gains on those front lines. Disrupting supply routes, lines, and logistics reduces aircraft availability and weakens the front, creating a living, breathing battlespace that rewards coordinated strikes and prudent planning.

As an added feature to help you get the most out of your experience, a comprehensive statistics platform is available on the official website. Both individual pilots and squadrons can track campaign progress in real time, from personal sortie results to coalition standings. This transparency not only enhances immersion but also encourages friendly competition, giving you a clear picture of how every mission contributes to the overall war effort.

If you are looking for a DCS WWII campaign where every decision counts and teamwork leads to victory, Wings Over Normandy delivers a compelling and ever-evolving battlefield to test your skills. We encourage you to join the action and make your mark. Visit their website at https://www.wingsovernormandy.com/ or join their Discord at https://discord.gg/UNthuPEYVA.

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