Eagle Dynamics introduced that the latest huge map for its standard navy flight simulator DCS World is out there for pre-orders, and it is Afghanistan.
The map can be launched in early entry in June 2024 and will be pre-purchased in two completely different varieties.
The total model prices $48.99 (it’s going to value $69.99 after launch) and it contains the entire nation. Should you desire 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.
Here is what Eagle Dynamics guarantees when the early entry of the map hits:
- Everything of Afghanistan with the southwestern portion out there in excessive element at Early Entry launch.
- Excessive decision terrain mesh, textures and objects present a sensible map from low to excessive altitude.
- Quite a few, authentically modelled airbases like Kandahar and Herat.
- Numerous 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 understand DCS World, you probably know that Eagle Dynamics is aware of easy methods to make good trailers. It actually supplies a great take a look at Afghanistan’s iconic rugged terrain.
You possibly can watch it beneath.
Should you’re unfamiliar with DCS World, it is a extremely practical free-to-play navy flight simulator out there completely for PC. You may get it each on Eagle Dynamics’ retailer and Steam, however it is best to remember that if 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 usually, and there’s a related free trial program for all the modules.
If you would like to know extra about what’s coming, you’ll be able to check out the annual new content material tease from earlier this yr, and the F-4 Phantom, which is able to enter early entry quickly.
You must remember that DCS World positively is not simple to simply decide up and play. Whereas it is very rewarding, you may have loads of manuals to review earlier than you’ll be able to fly the extra superior jets and helicopters.