Fight fires from above in the Cougar medium utility helicopter or swerve from the beaten track in the MOOSE pickup truck to take on tier-1 operations with new weapons and equipment, from pistols and rifles to remote-controlled mortars and micro-drones.
Reaction Forces Creator DLC is the ultimate response to any situation on the battlefield.
HOW TO LAUNCH
Once released, the Arma 3 Creator DLC: Reaction Forces will be optional to install and load. To play Arma 3 with this DLC enabled, please visit the DLC section in the Arma 3 Launcher, make sure Reaction Forces are owned and loaded, then launch the game by clicking the PLAY button.
KEY FEATURES
Cougar Helicopter
The Cougar is a four-blade, twin-engine, medium-sized, utility helicopter that has seen extensive military and civilian use over the years. In its civilian role, it is primarily used for transportation and offshore support, as well as public service missions, such as search and rescue. Some variants even come equipped with an emergency flotation device, which mitigates the risks of ditching at sea.
For military use, the Cougar comes with variable pylon mounts for external weaponry. Some variants are fitted with a 20 mm chin-gun, vastly increasing its striking power and versatility as a gunship.
Take advantage of extensive customization options featuring different pylon loadouts and over 30 skins, which allow you to outfit the helicopter for every imaginable mission.
MOOSE Pickup
The MOOSE pickup is a light-duty vehicle with a wide range of configurations, serving military and civilian sectors worldwide. It is often used as a means of short-range transportation, or simply as a dependable weapons platform for special forces and non-state actors.
With 40 available texture variants, as well as a plethora of visual customization options and multiple different weapons modules, you can tailor your MOOSE to stand out amidst the chaos of battle.
120 mm Twin Mortar and Commando Mortar
The 120 mm Twin Mortar is a container-sized emplacement that can launch HE, smoke, or laser-guided rounds accurately at incredible distances across the battlefield. The Commando Mortar is a lightweight one-man mortar that can be easily assembled in the field.
RC-40 Micro-UAV
Keep an eye and an ear to the skies - although if you hear one of these drones, it is probably too late! This incredibly compact UAV can be equipped with explosive or smoke charges, which can be detonated remotely or via impact with a target. A scout variant can laser designate targets while maintaining a low profile.
Two Rifles, Two Handguns, and Four Aircraft Weapon Pods
- Mk26 L5 - An American-made, semi-automatic pistol chambered in .50AE popularized through 80s action movies - and yes, a gold plated version is available!
- HADES H6 - Manufactured in Germany, the H6 is a modern, ultra-lightweight and easy-to-handle 5.56 mm bolt rifle.
- Veles - Russian-developed dedicated CQB bullpup rifle with a high stopping power.
- G19 - Often used by military and police, a full-automatic capable pistol, designed and produced in Austria.
Additionally, this CDLC features new suppressors, optics, and special 5.56 mm armor-piercing ammunition are available for extra firepower!
There is also a lethal selection of heavy-duty weapons for aircraft mounts, capable of turning an innocuous transport helicopter into a devastatingly effective gunship:
- 12.7 mm machine gun weapon pod
- 20 mm cannon weapon pod
- DAR/DAGR x19 missile pod
- Tratnyr HE/AP x16 missile pod
Equipment
- Leather Jacket outfit
- Shape Breaker helmet variants for AAF, CSAT, and NATO
- Heavy Combat Helmet
- New sleek and lightweight Heli Pilot Helmet and Coveralls
- Wildland Firefighter Fatigues
- Full Brim Hard Hat to offer maximum protection in exposed environments
- Duffle Bag - spacious and with iconic Armaverse branding!
- TNVG-B night-vision goggles with color-enhanced thermal imaging and a special filter for low-light conditions
- Carrier Lite Rig and Tactical Vest Rig variants
- Colored steerable parachutes and backpacks for civilians and parachute display teams
Modules and Mechanics
- Hit Indicator effects module
- Wildfire mechanics module
- Water bombing waypoint types (collect and drop water for AI)
- The Advanced Helicopter Flight Model HUD gauges can be enabled in standard mode (Options > Game > Difficulty > Category: Reaction Forces)
Open-World Campaign Scenario: "Air Control"
Take part in a combined arms offensive! Prioritize your tasks, transport special forces, and fly logistics as a helicopter pilot, influencing battles below from above in this vast, multi-hour open-world campaign scenario playable solo or in up to 12-players in multiplayer .
Singleplayer Scenarios: "Training Day" and "FireSeason"
Familiarize yourself with the Cougar helicopter, learn how to use a helicopter bucket, and take part in water bombing drills on Malden. Once trained, you can go on duty and help protect the island during the current fire season.
COOP and Singleplayer Scenario: "QRF"
Respond to an emergency call and protect the HVT until reinforcements arrive! As a Quick Reaction Force (QRF), defend against waves of enemies and fight for your life against overwhelming odds in this new co-op game mode. Conserve your ammo and pick your targets carefully while working closely with a team of up to six people.
Multiplayer Mode: "Cashpoint"
A series of cashpoint robberies are happening all across Malden and Tanoa — will you stop the criminals responsible, or are you one of them? This is a Team Deathmatch scenario for up to 12 players in two uneven teams.
Additional Content
Rounding out the Reaction Forces package, comes a set of additional items including new static props, as well as over 1 hour of newly composed ambient music tracks.
Included with the download is a specifically curated soundtrack in high-quality digital format. The soundtrack includes 11 tracks with a total duration of 38 minutes, curated from the Reaction Forces ingame ambient music for the best possible listening experience outside of the game.
COMPATIBILITY DATA FOR NON-OWNERS
People who do not own the Reaction Forces DLC are able to download and install the DLC's optional data via the Arma 3 Steam Workshop.
Subscribing to this Workshop item makes it possible for potential buyers to try out many of the DLC's assets prior to purchasing. It also enables non-owners to join multiplayer servers that make use of DLC content. Be aware that access to the DLC's campaign remains exclusive to owners of the DLC. Restrictions to the use of non-owned content also apply.
ABOUT THE DEVELOPERS
This DLC is published by Bohemia Interactive and developed by the Rotators Collective - a small group of like-minded developers loosely assembled from all around Europe with over a decade of experience in making mods for a wide variety of games, including the top-rated Arma 3 mini-campaigns Callsign Minotaur and Dunes, as well as their previous project, the highly praised Western Sahara Creator DLC.
