TrackIR and Cliffs of Dover

[fiendlittlewing]

I have recently purchased Track IR.

I would say it's a nice addition to the game, but not essential.

Pros:

TIR is easy to learn. I had some trouble getting used to it after years of using the mouse stick on my throttle. However when I invite newbies to fly, they get TIR intuitively. Mouse view was always a confusing challenge to them.

TIR will improve your immersion.

TIR 5 is nearly plug and play. There are tons of customizations, but I'm ignorant of them.


Cons:

TIR is expensive! Your buying a $150 head-mouse.

TIR will not improve your aim. In fact it'll probably have the opposite effect. At least at first.

You have to wear a silly hat like this:


This is a TIR lan party.


If you've got the money, TIR is awesome. But a decent HOTAS and pedals are prerequisite. It will make you happier, but not more skilled.