Fly: Get Hands-on ASAP!

What do you need for a fun experience

Check your system spec, set up your gear, install the game and get flying.

Check your Rig

If you are reading this already, then most probably you have the minimum PC to get started. Well I did not, therefore I built a rig from the scratch. There are lots of content on building/upgrading your PC, specifically for DCS, whether you want to go down the track ID path or VR. However, At this moment, all I have to say is don't go cheap (as much as your budget allows).

I understand, the prices are rocket high, but as we already know, this hobby needs investing time and money. I also did not pay 2000 euros just for a graphic's card (as a reference, ASUS ROG STRIX GEFORCE RTX 4090 OC EDITION is around 2000 at the time of this writing), but think of it as your infrastructure, the stronger it is, the easier/enjoyable to grow on it later. If you have less than 45 FPS it will be more likely you quit without having any fun.

My current Rig

PC: AMD 5800X3D, 64GB DDR4, 2*1TB NVMe, Radeon RX6950XT

Monitor: 27" QHD, 165Hz, Premium FreeSync, Gsync compatible

Bandwidth: 400 Mb Dn / 50 Mb Up

Setup your Gear!

I wish I could say that you don't need anything else besides a PC and an internet connection. There are those who believe referrals are important, but not a must. I completely disagree, you cannot get better at flying and enjoy without the right tools (at least the minimum set).

First Stick

As I already mentioned in “My first stick”, I started with LogiTech Extreme 3D Pro. I still think if you really are not sure if this is for you, then you can start from there.

If you are more confident, then I would suggest my first HOTAS (Hands On Throttle And Stick): Logitech X56 H.O.T.A.S.. It is a good value for the buck choice for the beginning. I must say I tried a Thrustmaster Warthog HOTAS for 2 weeks as well, but in the end, decided to return it and keep the Logitech set. And invest in a rudder pedal instead.

Install the game

I started with steam version, but soon moved to standalone open beta

Steam

50% discount on your first buy

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