ICRM
IRCM icon
Description
The Infrared Countermeasure Pod or IRCM is a defensive weapon first introduced in Ace Combat X2: Joint Assault. It was first encountered by the Antares Squadron when they attacked the Spiridus which was attacking Greater London.
The IRCM is deployed towards the back of the aircraft. Its appearance looks like the HPM Plasma Balls from Ace Combat X except more bluish in color. It interferes with the targeting systems of enemy missiles and also slightly damages any aircraft that passes through it. It has the same effects on missiles as the READS system deployed on the second Spiridus.
Trivia
- The sound of an IRCM deploying sounds like the extra sound made by the RCAM from Ace Combat 5.
- IRCM also looks like the HPM of the Fenrir in Ace Combat X. Although on the mission "Ghost Hunt" (Phase 2) in Ace Combat X2, IRCM's in the Spiridus doesn't only deflects missiles but also do damages Antares when it gets contact (like on the ACX).