IL-2: Great Battles

Korea coming soon?

rollnloop. — Sat, 03 Oct 2026 16:59:54 +0000

Still a huge work to perform over Ai, but a step in the right direction, according to user reports.

Still too little to open my wallet.

Do you fly career ?

rollnloop. — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 21:49:57 +0000

Originally Posted by PanzerMeyer

I used to fly career mode but got bored with single player. 95% of my PC flight sim time is online cooperative. It’s been that way for at least one year.

That's the best way to enjoy it imho.

Sadly with my present flight schedule it's quite difficult to join my group's activities.

Originally Posted by wheelsup_cavu

Lol, once the AI find a Player target they all go for the same target and forget everyone else, Player and AI. Does not matter, MultiPlayer, Single Player, Campaign, once they latch onto a target it seems that all of the enemy AI latch onto that Human target.

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So sad

IL2 FORUM CLOSING. / MOVING

wheelsup_cavu — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:17:53 +0000

I registered at the new forums but having to use Google to search the old forums is pretty lame.

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AI Zeppelin coming to Flying Circus!

ArgonV — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 04:39:54 +0000

I downloaded the missions and edited the simple one more to my liking. I can now fly and fight against the Zepp on a whim!

I was informed more missions and a further update are coming.

Stuka front view centering problem

Jack_of_Spades — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 14:07:32 +0000

I use fixcameras (in .... :\IL-2 Sturmovik Great Battles\data\LuaScripts\worldobjects\fixcameras\planes) and edited most planes txt files like this:

AlbatrosD5.txt example.
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// attach ID should be in range from 100 to 110
// first number is forward - backward (bigger is forward)
// second number is height (bigger is higher)
// third number is left - right (negative is left)
// rotation values : 1st along X-longitudinal, 2nd along Y-vertical, 3rd along Z-look up-down)

[attach=100] // forward view 1.4m high above pilot's head
position = 0,1.4,0
rotation = 0, 0, 0
object = "LuaScripts/WorldObjects/GoProCamera75.txt"
[end]

[attach=101 // Forward camera located on the vertical fin
position = -3.820,0.806,0
rotation = 0, 0, -10
convex = "VO"
object = "LuaScripts/WorldObjects/GoProCamera90.txt"
[end]

[attach=102] // Forward camera located on the horizontal fin
position = -3.688,0.471,-1.391
rotation = 0, 0, 0
convex = "GO_L"
object = "LuaScripts/WorldObjects/GoProCamera90.txt"
[end]

[attach=103] // Backward camera located on the engine cowling
position = 1.354,0.586,-0.647
rotation = 0, 150, 0
object = "LuaScripts/WorldObjects/GoProCamera90.txt"
[end]

[attach=104] // Side camera located on wing
position = 1.025,0.717,-3.860
rotation = 0, 100, 0
convex = "Krilo_Top_L_3"
object = "LuaScripts/WorldObjects/GoProCamera90.txt"
[end]

[attach=105] // Forward camera located below the plane tail
position = -3.768,-0.168,-0.272
rotation = 0, 0, 0
convex = "Fuse_3"
object = "LuaScripts/WorldObjects/GoProCamera90.txt"
[end]
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Then you can use L-Alt F2 and zoom to use an above the cockpit view, especially with FC planes useful.

PS for a Stuka i would use this:
[attach=100] // Gun camera over the cockpit
position = 0.5, 1.2, 0.0
rotation = 0, 0, 0
convex = "WingL_Mid_0"
object = "LuaScripts/WorldObjects/GoProCamera75.txt"

Xbox use with IL2 is possible

Jack_of_Spades — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 19:55:50 +0000

I wanted to have better controls for Tank Crew than with my warthog flight controllers.

Still experimenting, and i think TC works better with my Xbox controller on windows 11 once i got my setup right.

Use the latest Xinput Plus: https://www.softpedia.com/get/Gaming-Related/XInput-Plus.shtml

Set DirectInput to enable first, start IL2 and it shows up in your Keymapping Setup, and then you can sett up the buttons and axis X-Y-Z to your liking.

You could organize the USB joy ID numbers with JoyID as Xinput adds a new joyID number that might change your setup.

In my case only a new higher ID was added. If you find out more le'me know! Have fun!
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ADDED 2026 don't think you will always need Xinput, as IL2 7002 recognizes my Thrustmaster Eswap x2 wired.

Found an example of a setup for Tank Crew:

Key Commands for IL-2 Tank Crew on Xbox
Basic Controls
Action Xbox Controller Button
Start Engine A
Move Forward Right Stick Up
Move Backward Right Stick Down
Turn Left Left Stick Left
Turn Right Left Stick Right
Fire Turret Guns Right Trigger
Switch Ammunition Y
Open/Close Hatch B
Switch to Gunner Position X
Zoom In/Out Right Stick Click

Advanced Controls
Action Xbox Controller Button
Adjust Gunsight Vertically D-Pad Up/Down
Adjust Gunsight Horizontally D-Pad Left/Right
Set Turret to Stowed Position Start Button
Control Turret Right Stick Movement

Tips for Configuration

Ensure your Xbox controller is properly connected and recognized by the game.
You may need to customize the button layout in the game settings for optimal control.
Consider using third-party software if you encounter issues with button mapping.

These commands will help you effectively operate tanks in IL-2 Tank Crew,
enhancing your gameplay experience.

Next Up: "BATTLE OF NORMANDY"

Jack_of_Spades — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 19:27:24 +0000

5 years ahead now, and nothing much changed with IL2's policies, especially on the forum. I decided i gathered have enough punishment points by being honest only.
Just received another one because of a complaint in a PRIVATE mail to a moderator. That mentality i never experienced with DCS.
So i am NOT buying more stuff there and rather invest in DCS. No Korea, but i'll spend the dough on some old jet planes there.
BTW what's the best alternative for the IL2 forum? I know of some other valuable posters once there that stopped and you'll find then scattered on f.i reddit and more. SIMHQ?

IL-2 Great Battles Sale

wheelsup_cavu — Fri, 09 May 2025 21:32:02 +0000

Battle over Moscow is no longer available for free but it and everything else is still available for 80% off until May 20th

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80th Anniversary of Victory in Europe Day Giveaway

Dear friends, to commemorate 80 years since the Allied victory in Europe in World War II we at 1C Game Studios would like to give you a gift worthy of this date - not a picture, not a postcard, not even an airplane - but a whole game dedicated to one of the hardest-fought battles of this war, the heroic defense of the capital of the USSR and the subsequent counter-offensive of the Red Army.

“IL-2 Sturmovik: Battle of Moscow” is part of the “IL-2 Great Battles” series and is not just a flight sim, it is a living history:

8 aircraft with detailed cockpits: four fighters (I-16 Type 24, MiG-3 Series 24, Messerschmitts Bf 109 E-7 and Bf 109 F-2), IL-2 ground attack aircraft mod. 1941, heavy fighter-bomber Bf 110 E-2 and bombers Pe-2 series 35 and Junkers Ju-88 A-4
Huge Moscow and Kalinin regions map as of 1941
Pilot Career mode - join one of the real squadrons, advance in rank and receive awards
Fierce battles - in single player mode or with other players

We're sorry, the giveaway has ended! However, the “Battle of Moscow” module is available at 80% OFF the regular price until May 20th!

We invite you to buy other Great Battles modules at huge discount - from May 6 to May 20 in honor of the anniversary they are 80% OFF. This includes the tank module, dedicated to the largest tank battle in history near Prokhorovka.

80% OFF Sale

In honor of the anniversary, all IL-2 Great Battles modules are available at 80% OFF from May 6 to May 20 on our website and on Steam. This includes Western front modules Battle of Normandy and Bodenplatte, the Tank Crew module dedicated to the largest tank battle in history near Prokhorovka, World War I Flying Circus modules, many historical campaigns and Collector Planes.

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Time for some Air Racing

wheelsup_cavu — Sat, 05 Apr 2025 19:00:19 +0000

After the full group session Friday, April 04, 2025, Bender, Mars, Sighter, & myself moved over to Benders dogfight server and flew a few races.
In the last race of the evening for the four of us Sighter had an epic crash right in front of me that I was able to capture in almost all of its glory.

I uploaded a full speed version with sound and a second one in Slo-Mo, quarter speed, with the sound muted.

(Gaming) Sighter's Crash

Code

(Gaming) Sighter's Crash
https://youtu.be/HdUiWcjnojc

(Gaming) Sighter's Crash (Slo-Mo)

Code

(Gaming) Sighter's Crash (Slo-Mo)
https://youtu.be/Dqogju4O4is

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Flying Circus IV - Paris

ArgonV — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 04:05:29 +0000

Anyone read the latest email on the updates? An AI Zeppelin is coming next year for FC!