DCS World: MiG-29A Fulcrum

The MiG-29A Fulcrum module is developed and published by Eagle Dynamics SA, the Swiss-based studio behind DCS World. It was released on September 17, 2025. It is a downloadable module for DCS World (Steam Edition among other variants), meaning it’s not a standalone game but requires the base simulator in order to fly the aircraft. The release included the aircraft, missions, and a range of liveries, making it a fully integrated addition to the DCS ecosystem.

Content of the MiG-29A Fulcrum module includes a high-fidelity recreation of the Soviet-designed MiG-29A fighter aircraft. Players can expect a detailed cockpit model, accurate external modeling, authentic avionics and sensor systems, and a full weapons suite including radar-guided missiles, infrared search and track (IRST), helmet-mounted sight (HMS), guns, rockets, and bombs. Navigation systems, radar warning receivers, and realistic flight dynamics are part of the package. The module provides both Russian and English cockpit options along with multiple liveries, supporting roles in both ground attack and air-to-air combat.

In context of earlier modules, MiG-29A Fulcrum is one in a long line of Eagle Dynamics aircraft modules, following many similarly “study-level” jets such as the Su-27 and F-14 in the DCS World catalog. It builds on lessons from prior modules in terms of cockpit fidelity, avionics complexity, and attention to flight model realism. The project had been anticipated for some time, with development updates highlighting the external model, textures, avionics, navigation, radar, and warning systems well before launch.

Promotion included a pre-purchase phase with a discount, alongside a series of previews and trailers showcasing the aircraft’s maneuverability, cockpit detail, and weapons systems. The developer emphasized authentic radar modes, IRST, HMS integration, navigation features, and realistic avionics. Reception has been very positive, with players praising the depth of systems modeling, the fidelity of the flight model, and the overall authenticity of the experience. While some users have mentioned bugs or performance issues, the general consensus is that the MiG-29A Fulcrum is a strong and well-crafted addition to the DCS library.