Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
The Storm: How the barrier system affected our VRChat Aviation tournament
What will happen if you implement a battle-royal encroaching circle in a VRChat dogfight tournament? Let's find out~
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Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Aug 28
- 4 min
DCS World: Low, Fast, One Pass
Pushing the humble DCS MB-339A into nap of the earth combat sorties during mission testing.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Aug 21
- 5 min
DCS World: ADM-141 TALD Tactics in 2024
Improved surface-to-air missile AI in DCS 2.9.6 means renewed ADM-141 TALD tactics to defeat them.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Aug 14
- 6 min
Nuclear Option: Carrier Duel
The 'Carrier Duel' mission in Nuclear Option is a solid introduction to fleet carrier warfare for the game.
Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
- Aug 7
- 2 min
No Punch: DCS World's Disappointing Explosives
Is it true that explosives do not pack a punch in DCS World? Let's find out!
Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
- Aug 3
- 3 min
Flying Red Air in Enigma Cold War: Flight Journal
Flying for Redfor in Enigma's Cold War server is a blast in DCS World.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Jul 31
- 5 min
Tiny Combat Arena: Dangerous Skies
As more air defense systems are added to the game players must become more creative and bold when playing.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Jul 27
- 6 min
At Skies Edge: Reaching Decision Height
At Skies' Edge update 0.09a has pushed the project towards a point where a serious decision must be made about its future.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Jul 24
- 6 min
VRChat Aviation at Virtual Market 2024 Summer
Visiting VRChat aviation related booths at VKet Summer 2024; the largest virtual market in the world.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Jul 10
- 4 min
Thunder Helix: Tornado S.A.R!
A classic example of a developer side project producing an interesting scenario.
Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
- Jul 3
- 3 min
Into the Storm: VRChat Flying in Vol de Nuit
A short piece about a very interesting world and experience in VRChat Aviation!
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Jun 26
- 4 min
Renewed Interest in the "Forgotten War": Korea. IL-2 Series
Developer 1CGS announces 'Korea.IL-2 Series'. A flight simulator dedicated to the Korean War.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Jun 22
- 6 min
FSExpo 2024 Friday Announcements: A.I. Enhanced Flight!
We discuss four artificial intelligence products presented at #FSExpoFriday 2024 that seek to enhance flight simulation.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Jun 19
- 5 min
Flight Journal: Kiowa Scouting for DCS Combined Arms Assets
Our experience using the Polychop Simulations OH-58D Kiowa Warrior as a proper forward scout for DCS Combined Arms artillery.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Jun 1
- 10 min
DCS World Mission Editor: Enhanced Land Bases
The latest DCS World update introduced the M92 Asset Pack. Feeling inspired, we suggest enhanced land bases for renewed ground operations.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- May 15
- 7 min
Nuclear Option: Meeting Medusa
An analysis of the EW-25 Medusa electronic warfare aircraft that brings a new layer of operations to Nuclear Option.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- May 11
- 7 min
ASF-X Shinden II: One-of-a-Kind Ace Combat Aircraft
Designed by Shōji Kawamori of Macross fame, this tailor made aircraft for the Ace Combat series has survived eras of change.
Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
- Apr 27
- 5 min
The Current State of DCS World and its Community
Let's sit down and have a talk about DCS World, its current state and the way the community is right now.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Apr 24
- 4 min
Skyward Marianas Training Range - Bombing Range and Strafe Pit
A preview of the next Skyward made mission file for Digital Combat Simulator to be released for public use: Skyward Marianas Training Range.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Apr 17
- 6 min
At Skies' Edge: Soaring Higher
A recent flurry of activity around At Skies' Edge brings us back to see how it is progressing in version 0.008a.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Apr 10
- 6 min
DCS World Mission Editor: SAM Improvements (Part 1)
Increasing Mission Complexity By Using Realistic Dispersal Tactics I subscribe to the belief that Digital Combat Simulator can be a "jump...
Skyward Staff
- Apr 6
- 3 min
FSA Releases FlightSimExpo 2024 Seminar Schedule, Activities, Skyward Registration Link
If you have not been paying attention to the epic saga that is FlightSimExpo 2024, a lot of convention killing hurdles were surmounted in...
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Apr 3
- 4 min
Nuclear Option: Maps and Pre-Planned Attacks
The map in Nuclear Option is useful for navigation, but also for targeting in pre-planned attacks. We take a moment to appreciate it.
Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
- Mar 30
- 4 min
Hunter Alligator: Flying the DCS Mi-24P Hind in Enigma's Cold War Server
A flight journal of a really awesome sortie with the DCS Mi-24P Hind in Enigma's Cold War server
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Mar 13
- 4 min
The Mighty Eighth VR Lives!
The Mighty Eighth VR posted its first update in years!
Caio "Hueman" Barreto
- Feb 28
- 3 min
Light Attack: Low and Slow over DCS World
An opinion piece about the experience of flying slow, light attack aircraft in Digital Combat Simulator World.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Feb 21
- 5 min
An Honest-to-Goodness Sky Odyssey
Appreciation a hidden flight gaming gem that describes itself as Indiana Jones adventure with flight simulator physics.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Feb 14
- 5 min
The Most Powerful Aircraft Cannon in Ace Combat
Is the aircraft cannon in Ace Combat 6 the most powerful in the Ace Combat series?
Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
- Jan 31
- 5 min
War Thunder: Our First Experience
Our first experience in War Thunder as beginners! How did we fare?
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Jan 24
- 6 min
DCS World Mission Editor: Uncontrolled AI (Intro)
An introduction to Uncontrolled AI units in DCS World. Make opposing force aircraft come to life with Uncontrolled AI.
Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
- Jan 20
- 4 min
Overview: DCS C-130J-30 "Hercules" Mod and its place inside DCS: World
A quick overview of the only heavy-lift cargo aircraft currently available for DCS World!
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Jan 17
- 3 min
GroundFall: Head Tracking Appreciation
A brief appreciation for the freedom of vision during flight in GroundFall.
Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
- Jan 13
- 5 min
How to Get Started in DCS World for Free in 2024
Here is how to get started in DCS for free in 2024!
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Jan 6
- 7 min
Review: DCS December 2023 Event
A review of our December 2023 event. Lessons learned, ideas reaffirmed and looking towards future events.
Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
- Dec 23, 2023
- 3 min
VRChat: Tomcat F-14A "Naval Interceptor" is OUT!
One of the most detailed flight worlds in VRChat Aviation is out NOW, with F-14A Tomcats and many more!
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Dec 13, 2023
- 5 min
Tiny Combat Arena: Trying Out Mods
Entering the modding scene of Tiny Combat Arena with game balancing concerns.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Dec 9, 2023
- 5 min
Trail of Wings: A Game Representing Project ICKX Interests
Trail of Wings is a game that represents what Project ICKX represents as a developer and publisher.
Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
- Dec 2, 2023
- 2 min
DCS World: The unexpected fun of doing CSAR with Helicopters in Multiplayer!
Not everything has to be direct combat in DCS World, so let's talk about Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) in multiplayer servers!
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Nov 29, 2023
- 3 min
Flight Sim Expo 2024 : Early Details!
Begin planning early for next year's Flight Sim Expo; the community driven flight simulation expo.
Skyward Staff
- Nov 25, 2023
- 4 min
DCS Event: Skyward x Black Aces December 2023 !
We will be hosting a persistent DCS World event throughout December 2023! Here are the details.
Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
- Nov 18, 2023
- 3 min
Cold War vs Modern Era: A DCS World Dilemma?
What do you prefer in DCS World? Cold War era or modern era aircraft? Let's talk about how these eras coexist in the game.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Nov 15, 2023
- 6 min
The Brew Barons: Thoughts on the Beta Flight Model
Feeling out the flight model in the Kickstarter Backer beta test.
Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
- Nov 8, 2023
- 3 min
Ace Combat: The Importance of Starter Aircraft
The starter aircraft in Ace Combat might be more important than you think, let's discuss it!
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Nov 4, 2023
- 5 min
DCS F-14A/B Tomcat: TCS for CCRP Bombing
The Heatblur F-14A/B Tomcat has a unique advantage when CCRP bombing: the Television Camera System!
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Nov 1, 2023
- 5 min
Warplanes: WW1 Fighters: Interactive Cockpit
Let's discuss the interactive cockpit of Warplanes: WW1 Fighters. It offers unique abilities few of its peers do.
Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
- Oct 28, 2023
- 4 min
DCS World F-4E Phantom II: What We Know so Far and Our Thoughts
All the information you need to get excited about the upcoming F-4E Phantom II by Heatblur Simulations for DCS World!
Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
- Oct 14, 2023
- 3 min
Flight Journal: Our First Massive Multiplayer Mission for DCS World!
Last night, we hosted our first DCS World Multiplayer Event. Let's see how it went and what we learned!
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Oct 11, 2023
- 5 min
Warplanes: WW1 Fighters: Flying in Blind
Blindly jumping into my first WW1 VR experience. Could this be the beginning of a new interest?
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