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What kind of computer do I need to play DCS?

System Requirements
  • OS: Windows 10.
  • Processor: Intel or AMD 3.0Ghz+ with 2 cores.
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM.
  • Graphics: Discrete AMD or NVIDIA 8GB+
  • DirectX: Version 11.
  • Storage: 140 GB available space.
  • VR Support: SteamVR, Oculus VR.
  • Additional Notes: Input: Keyboard / Mouse / Joystick.
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What kind of computer do I need for DCS World?

DCS World Minimum System Requirements

OS 64-bit Windows 10; DirectX11; CPU: Intel Core i3 at 2.8 GHz or AMD FX; RAM: 8 GB (16 GB for heavy missions);
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How good of a computer do you need for DCS?

DCS is highly unoptimized and buggy and it eats VRAM like a hog. Normally, 10GB of RAM (like that on a 3080) is enough but not for DCS. It will happily utilize the 24 GB or RAM that the 3090 or 3090 Ti have.
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What equipment do I need to play DCS?

You'll want a performant PC, a VR headset, and a HOTAS (hands-on throttle and stick).
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Hardware
  • CPU: Intel Core i7–7700, 3.60GHz.
  • GPU: Nvidia GTX 1070 (I have a 1080Ti on the way)
  • SSD: 250 GB (I have the Windows OS and DCS installed here.)
  • HDD: 1TB (Came with my machine. I use it to store other games and files.)
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Can you play DCS without buying anything?

These go all the way from prop aircraft, training jets, light attack aircraft, full-on attack aircraft and even utility helicopters! That means that no matter what you want to learn or do in DCS before buying a module, it will be possible to get started without spending a single dime on the game.
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How much RAM do you need for DCS?

DCS World System Requirements
  • CPU: Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz.
  • 512 MB RAM card.
  • 9.0c.
  • 64-bit: Windows Vista, 7 or 8.
  • STO: 10 GB HD space.
  • DirectX 9.0c - compatible.
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Is DCS too expensive?

For what you get it's really not overpriced. You got the game for free and you're able to try it out extensively before potentially buying another plane/helicopter. They are pricey, but given a main game + a plane/heli of your choice, and considering the authenticity/quality of the dlc, it's probably not overpriced.
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Is a joystick enough for DCS?

In order to really enjoy DCS, you most definitely need a joystick and throttle combo (collectively called HOTAS). You can start with something reasonably priced and move over time to more premium options.
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Can my PC handle DCS?

System memory required for DCS world is 8 GB performance memory. Taking a look at the min reqs you will require a Radeon HD 5570 512MB graphics card with a Core 2 Duo E4600 2.4GHz or Athlon 64 X2 Dual Core 5000+ processor to reach the minimum DCS world specs, run on low graphics setting and 720p.
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Can Oculus run DCS World?

What VR devices does DCS World support. HP Windows Mixed Reality Headset, HP Reverb G2, Oculus Rift S, Oculus Rift CV1, Oculus Quest 2, HTC Vive Cosmos, HTC Vive Pro, HTC Vive Pro 2, Pimax 4K, Pimax 5K, Pimax Vision 8K, Valve Index, Samsung HMD Odyssey and others.
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Can you play DCS without a graphics card?

I've been playing dcs for over a year now with NO graphics card or ssd. Game crashes all the time and all graphics were turned to low. Game was still playable. My pc specs: i7 8600k, 16gb ddr4, hard drive.
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Is DCS CPU heavy?

In the end DCS is very CPU heavy 'cause it only uses two cores. So it's best to leave graphic settings as high as possible for the GPU to do most of the work instead of letting the CPU having to handle with graphics as well.
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Can you fly DCS with a mouse?

It's possible to play mouse and keyboard on DCS, yes. Hell, I get a good kick out of blasting other players out of the skies using mouse and keyboard while flying around in the F-15C.
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Is DCS on Steam better?

Steam has way better download speed than the ED servers. Also with the Steam version, the authorization check is processed via Steam servers and not via ED servers.
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Why is it so hard to fly in DCS?

The lack of a fly-by-wire system means that they are harder to actually fly however. Fortunately they require far less buttons and switches on the stick/throttle, so you could get away with a cheaper set.
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Can DCS be played without VR?

Is DCS World VR-Only? No: VR is not a necessary component to playing Digital Combat Simulator World.
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What is the best DCS plane for beginners?

This guide should help you pick your first DCS jet!
  1. Free Options. The Su-25T “Frogfoot” is a Russian cold war ground pounder or Close Air Support fighter jet. ...
  2. Flaming Cliffs 3. This should be, in my opinion, your first purchase in DCS. ...
  3. First full fidelity module. ...
  4. Helicopters.
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Are DCS planes realistic?

DCS World is a study sim in which players learn how to operate aircraft using realistic procedures. Aircraft are meticulously modeled from real-world data, including authentic flight models and subsystems and detailed cockpits with interactive buttons and switches.
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Is DCS used by the military?

DCS is an employee-owned company that focuses on offering engineering and technical support services to the US Department of Defence and other government agencies in the national security sector.
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Is DCS good for beginners?

Getting started with DCS Graphics is pretty easy. Getting the best graphics settings using the presents initially is best before starting to tinker. If you have a good system try the high settings and if your trying VR for the first time select the default tab and go for a fly.
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How much internet speed do you need for DCS?

Open Beta (What is DCS World Open Beta?) Minimum system requirements: OS 64-bit Windows 10; CPU: Intel Core i3 at 2.8 GHz or AMD FX; RAM: 4 GB (8 GB for heavy missions); Free hard disk space: 170 GB; Integrated graphics; 10 Mbps internet connection or better.
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What is ideal FPS for DCS?

25 to 35 fps is the ideal range. Higher frame rates indicate the computer isn't rendering with as much detail as it could. 50 fps is very high and indicates that the system could probably draw more buildings, clouds, and other objects.
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Is 32GB RAM good for DCS?

32GB is still enough for now if you are OK with the loading times as it will drop usage substantially after it finished loading, you get in cockpit to start up etc.
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Can Oculus 2 run DCS?

Whilst DCS world is a PC VR game and requires a powerful computer to run it smoothly, it is actually really simple to use your Quest 2 to play DCS. You can easily connect your Quest 2 to a VR-ready PC via Wi-Fi or USB C cable and enjoy all of the PC VR content that is available.
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Can you play DCS without Wi-Fi?

User can turn on OFFLINE mode that allows the game to be used without internet identification and without a time limit. If you don't want to play Multiplayer game, no need to enable OFFLINE mode. if you are already in OFFLINE mode, you can turn it off.
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