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VIRPIL Controls BFM CUP
The VIRPIL Controls BFM Cup is hosted by VIRPIL Controls with the support of Eagle Dynamics and the DCS Dogfighters and the Виртуальный пилот communities
Simulator: DCS WorldPlayers: 181
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Format
Format
The VIRPIL Controls BFM CUP will be held using the following rules:
Map: Caucasus
Aircraft: F-14B, F-15C, F-16C, FA-18C, J-11A, JF-17, M-2000C, MiG-29S, Su-27, Su-33
Armament: Guns only
Aircraft: F-14B, F-15C, F-16C, FA-18C, J-11A, JF-17, M-2000C, MiG-29S, Su-27, Su-33
Armament: Guns only
The tournament follows a structured cup-style format consisting of three competitive stages:
- Qualification Stage – All registered players compete to secure a spot in the next phase.
- Group Stage – Qualified players are divided into groups, where they battle for advancement.
- Single Elimination Stage – The top performers progress to knockout rounds, culminating in a Final match and a match for 3rd place.
Each stage will feature its own event or multiple events, with players advancing based on their performance. The journey from qualification to elimination ensures only the best pilots rise to the top.
Intro
The VIRPIL Controls BFM CUP is a duel-based tournament where pilots engage in intense 1v1 air combat. Participants will compete through three competitive stages: Qualification, Group Stage, and Elimination Stage, each designed to test their BFM skills in DCS World. Matches will be conducted under regulations that ensure a fair and highly competitive environment.
Participation
Participation
Everyone is welcome to participate in the tournament! To secure your spot, complete the following steps:
Create an account on VIRPIL Servers
Connect your Discord (highly recommended for easier communication and coordination)
Sign up for the tournament
Connect your Discord (highly recommended for easier communication and coordination)
Sign up for the tournament
If you encounter difficulties during account creation, please refer to the Getting Started Guide for assistance.
Additionally, ensure that your account is connected to DCS World and that you sign up using an owned and installed aircraft module.
All tournament events' participants must arrive before the designated arrival deadline of the specific event to ensure smooth event execution.
To be officially marked as arrived, players must:
Join the server before the deadline.
Type /d in the chat to confirm their presence and readiness to start a match.
Join the server before the deadline.
Type /d in the chat to confirm their presence and readiness to start a match.
Failure to check in on time will result in the following consequences:
- In the Qualification Stage, all matches will be canceled for the absent player.
- In the Group and Knockout Stages, unplayed matches will be counted as technical losses.
This ensures fairness and prevents unnecessary delays.
During the event, type /duel or /d to initiate a duel against other participants. Only registered pilots are allowed to duel during the tournament. Other players can watch the event as spectators.
Automatic Spawn Script
For better experience during the event you can install the automatic spawn script which will spawn you when the ranked duel is arranged and the "Fight!" command appears in the chat.
For better experience during the event you can install the automatic spawn script which will spawn you when the ranked duel is arranged and the "Fight!" command appears in the chat.
Download it here
Place the script to the SavedGames/DCS/Scripts/Hooks folder.
You can access this folder by typing %userprofile% in your Windows search bar.
If there are no Scripts/Hooks folders in your DCS folder, create them.
You can access this folder by typing %userprofile% in your Windows search bar.
If there are no Scripts/Hooks folders in your DCS folder, create them.
The script is not mandatory but recommended for better experience.
Stages
Stages
Qualification Stage
All registered pilots will participate in the Qualification Stage. Depending on the number of sign-ups, one or two qualification events may be held, with one or multiple duels per match.
Players will be grouped and will compete in a round-robin format, where each pilot will face every other player in their group.
Scoring System:
- 3 points for a match win
- 1 point for a draw
- 0 points for a loss
Tie-Break Rules
If players have the same number of points at the end of the qualification stage, the following criteria will determine who advances:
- Duel Win/Loss Difference – The player with a higher duel victory-to-loss ratio will proceed.
- Head-to-Head Matchup – If the duel win/loss difference is even, the result of the personal match between tied players will be considered.
- ELO Rating – If the personal match was a draw, the player with the higher ELO rating will advance.
Based on total registrations, 16, 32, 48, 56 or 64 players will be eligible to advance to the Group Stage.
Once the Qualification Stage concludes, all qualified players will receive an official invitation to participate in the Group Stage.
If a player declines their invitation, the next highest-ranked player will be invited to take their place, ensuring fair progression and competitive balance.
Group Stage
Once all players confirm their invitations, they will be seeded into groups of seven for the Group Stage. During this phase, players will compete exclusively against opponents within their respective groups, engaging in a total of FOUR duels per player.
The scoring system and tie-break rules will remain the same as in the Qualification Stage, ensuring fair progression based on performance.
At the end of the Group Stage, the TOP FOUR players from each group will advance to the Elimination Stage, where they will face off in high-stakes knockout matches.
Knockout Stage
The Knockout Stage will follow a single-elimination format, where losing players are eliminated from the tournament. An additional match will be held to determine the 3rd place.
Each elimination stage match will be divided into rounds, with the following duel structure:
- Best of 3 – Early elimination rounds
- Best of 5 – Semi-finals
- Best of 7 – Finals
- Best of 3 – 3rd place match
If a duel ends in a draw, it will be replayed, ensuring no ties occur during the elimination phase.
Prize Fund
Prize Fund
- Champion - FLNKR Grip OR €300 discount code for VIRPIL Controls products + DCS module
- Runner-up - €150 discount code for VIRPIL Controls products + DCS module
- Third Place - €75 discount code for VIRPIL Controls products + DCS module
Schedule
Schedule
The Qualification Stage will be split into two events, each lasting approximately two hours:
- First half of qualification rounds: 24.05.2025 at 16:00 UTC,
- Second half of qualification rounds: 25.05.2025 at 16:00 UTC,
Group Stage - 26.05.2025 - 31.05.2025
When groups are seeded after the qualification the orgonizers of the event will contact pilots to determine the exact date and time when matches of a specific group will take place.
Knockout Stage - 31.05.2025 (+01.06.2025 if needed)
Duel Rules and Fair Play
The Duel Rules and Fair Play
- The battle starts upon the Fight command in the chat.
- Once the latter command appears, players join the flight by spawning in their slots.
- Duel lasts as long as both planes hold up in the air.
- Along with an opponent downed, victory assignment requires the plane to be able to fly for at least 10 seconds after the other plane met the ground.
- In case if both planes go down the match end in a draw.
Strictly Prohibited
(The following actions will result in an instant loss)
(The following actions will result in an instant loss)
- Head-on shooting before the merge
- Exceed the flight direction ±45° from a line connecting two planes before the merge
- Disconnect or leaving the slot in the fight
- Leaving the duel area
Fair Play
We are committed to promoting fair play and ensuring a positive experience for all participants. Therefore, the following actions are strictly prohibited:
We are committed to promoting fair play and ensuring a positive experience for all participants. Therefore, the following actions are strictly prohibited:
- Using any game modifications to gain an unfair advantage is not allowed.
- Taking advantage of any bugs or glitches in the game to gain an edge over other players is forbidden.
- Taking advantage of any bugs or glitches in the game to gain an edge over other players is forbidden.
- Removing AC circuit breakers or dumping fuel is considered unsportsmanlike behavior. Such actions can be appealed to the tournament organizers, who will review the appeal and may impose sanctions if deemed necessary.
- Engaging in any behavior that disrupts the fair and competitive nature of the event is not acceptable.
- Engaging in any behavior that disrupts the fair and competitive nature of the event is not acceptable.
Violating these rules will result in disqualification and removal from the tournament. We encourage everyone to play fair and enjoy the competition in the spirit of sportsmanship.
Additional Regulations
Additional Regulations
The tournament organizers reserve the right to make necessary adjustments to ensure smooth tournament execution. These adjustments may include:
- Changes to the tournament schedule
- Modifications to the number of groups in different stages (must be finalized before the stages begin)
- Adjustments to the number of duels per match (must be decided before the stages commence)
However, any such decisions must not violate the principle of equal conditions for all participants. They will be publicly explained and announced in advance as soon as possible to maintain transparency.
For any questions or appeals, players should reach out to eekz or use the following Discord channel: [channel link].
Partners
Partners
Eagle Dynamics – The developers of DCS World, the premier flight simulation platform. Their mission is to offer the most authentic and realistic simulation of military aircraft, tanks, ground vehicles and ships possible.
DCS Dogfighters – A community of experienced and passionate DCS players who come together to share their knowledge and hone their skills in the art of aerial combat. The community provides an extensive library of guides and tutorials to help new players get up to speed.
Виртуальный Пилот – A Discord community that was established on February 26, 2021, based on the GENAPilot Discord server as a platform for uniting Russian-speaking virtual pilots from around the world.
The community's primary goal is to create a unified space for communication among Russian-speaking virtual pilots worldwide, as well as to promote information about communities, squads, and various events taking place within the Russian-speaking community.
About Us
About Us
VIRPIL Controls is a project created by passionate flight-sim enthusiasts looking to revolutionise the sim controller market. Since 2016 we have worked tirelessly to bring highly versatile, high precision, exciting controllers to the market.
With market leading customer service, and new manufacturing facilities within the European Union - we're breaking the mould with our unique approach.
VIRPIL Controls have secured their position as a top choice for sim and professional pilots alike around the world!
Support
Support
If you have any questions or problems, please feel free to post them in our Discord support channel
Also, make sure to check these quick start guides if you have any questions about the sign-up process or how automated duels work
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