The BEST DCS World Map Just Got a MAJOR Upgrade!

Hey guys! Today's video is all about taking a look at the new update and additions to the DCS Syria Map from Ugra Media! This new update adds the Israeli Air Force bases of Tel Nof, Hatzor and Palmachim to the map along with Ben Gurion International Airport!

Since the release of this map to the public it has really felt like the developers had arbitrarily cut off Israel and the addition of these new airfields really makes a huge difference and goes a long way to correcting the original sin of this map, especially because the heaviest and most sustained aerial combat over Syria occurred as part of the Arab-Israeli Wars.

We can now fly F-15 Eagles over the Bekaa Valley from their true home base which is just awesome in my opinion!

0:00:00 - Intro to Syria Map Updates
0:01:45 - The Pros of the New Airfields
0:04:00 - The Cons of the New Airfields
0:05:45 - Wishlist & Conclusion!

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[Spudknocker]

Hey guys! The DCS Syria Map just keeps getting better and better with time and I wanted to give Ugra Media a huge shoutout after the latest update to the Syria Map gave us Tel Nof, Hatzor, Ben Gurion & Palmachim Air Bases! I hope the map continues to march South and give us more Israeli Air Force Bases in the future!

[pyrduck]

I think the Syria map is one of the best purchases I've made in DCS. It really just keeps on giving.

[wiwa]

This is a case where I think Early acces has been used rightfully.

1. An initial release that impressed and was usuable from the very beginning.

2. Improvements along the way that made it even better.

Now that's what I call good development with customers in mind!

[nateweter]

I really appreciate the pointing out of art style differences that shine through. Thats a really cool insight left brainers like myself won’t even notice and need people like you to point out so I can appreciate them. Cheers for that.

[charlesc]

Thanks for the update video. I’ll have to check out the changes. Syria is a go to map for most, when it comes to paid maps.

[paxxweidert]

I was considering buying Afghanistan, but now with with this new update I am going to stick with Syria for sure. Thanks for showcasing the upgrades!

[rhysgoodman]

I’ve had to take a step away from DCS since December, and the progress since then looks great! Can’t wait to get back into it, hopefully here soon.

[smacman]

One of my favorite things to do is take an airbase and really jazz it up with static scenery and AI ground/air units. Traffic taking off and landing, support equipment driving around the airport, firefighting trucks, etc. Really make it believable and increase the immersion. When you taxi you have to wait for a refueling truck to pass, a jet to land, and all the stuff at happens in real life. The Syrian map is one of the best because it’s already so populated and detailed. The Sinai map is also very detailed and well made. All of the maps have their own special vibe and feel. The South American map is very unique and has a vibe all its own

[cleberbastazine]

Another amazing review! By the way, this is my favorite map.

[ShadowReapersSquadron]

Great analysis of the recent changes and challenges! I’m a big fan of the Syria map as well, I recently added the new locations to my Syria grand campaign. One of the things I love most about this map is the variety of terrains and places to explore. IMHO Both the Syria and Sinai maps are incredible, they’re the best in DCS. It’s a bit of a shame that the Sinai map doesn’t have as many users yet, which makes it harder to fill and fully enjoy. Hopefully, sales pick up so we can experience Sinai with the same level as Syria!

[mckseal]

Would definitely like to see a comparison vid, sinai vs syria.

[bradule]

The gift that just keeps giving. ED and Ugra, lets goo

[johanverhoeven]

A side by side comparison of the airbases on the Sinai and Syria map would be nice.

[igorkratka]

It is a great map! Out of 6 I have it`s my favorite. It has everything. A sea, a large island, valleys, mountains, green and desert areas, unique monuments, castles, ancient ruins, cities, large and small airfields and very detailed airfields and helipads areas. Satisfying to fly over it low in a helicopter.

[simtaylor]

Looks like quite the update! How are the FPS? Any performance drops? Just wondering as Syria is notorious for bogging down systems

[hazegraystudios]

I like when the video starts with 'holy crap, guys!'....

[overtorquednut]

Very based, I always felt like the targets were a bit sparse in the israel part of this map.

[prichardgs]

I'm a big fan of that map! I want a dynamic campaign Spud!!!

[dev]

They will *never* allow them to be together. They'd then have to admit they did not have the foresight to see the overlap.

[ImpendingJoker]

While I do agree with what you say about Syria looking better, I still recommend Sinai over it for a multitude of reasons, not least of which is the fact that was once based in the Sinai as part of the MFO at El Gora Airbase just south-west of the Rafah boarder crossing.(yes, that Rafah), and I can tell you that there is a lot more warfare possibility for the Sinai than there is Syria, and while you are hoping they continue south, I hope Ugra continues north till it gets to Ramat-David but since they are separate developers, unless ED buys them both out I don't suspect we'll ever see them merged into one map.