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Microsoft Releases Highly Anticipated New Flight Simulator

Today, Microsoft released their new and long awaited Flight Simulator 2020 for Windows 10, marking the first new release for the famous franchise since 2006.

As previously reported, Flight Simulator 2020 boasts highly detailed and stunning aircraft ranging from light planes to wide-body jets which operate in “an incredibly realistic world.” Flight plans and flying is reportedly available anywhere on the planet with a focus on “the authenticity of flying and visually stunning environments.” The offering is available in three versions:

The Microsoft Flight Simulator Standard Edition includes 20 highly detailed planes with unique flight models and 30 hand-crafted airports… The Deluxe Edition includes everything from Microsoft Flight Simulator’s standard edition plus 5 additional highly accurate planes with unique flight models and 5 additional handcrafted international airports. The Premium Deluxe Edition includes everything from Microsoft Flight Simulator Standard Edition plus 10 additional highly accurate planes with unique flight models and 10 additional handcrafted international airports.

Click below to check out the product pages, a list of system requirements, the launch trailer and a list of aircraft and airports included in each version.

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Microsoft’s New Flight Simulator Gets Release Date, New Launch Trailer [Video]

Microsoft’s highly anticipated new Flight Simulator will be released on August 18, 2020. A new launch trailer has also been released (which can be seen below) as well as a number of additional details.

The simulator will reportedly be available for Windows 10 and Xbox Game Pass for PC and will come in three versions: Standard Edition, Deluxe Edition and Premium Deluxe Edition:

The Microsoft Flight Simulator Standard Edition ($59.99 USD) includes 20 highly detailed planes with unique flight models and 30 hand-crafted airports. The Standard Edition will be available on day one with Xbox Game Pass for PC (Beta). The Deluxe Edition ($89.99 USD) includes everything from Microsoft Flight Simulator’s standard edition plus 5 additional highly accurate planes with unique flight models and 5 additional handcrafted international airports. The Premium Deluxe Edition ($119.99 USD) includes everything from Microsoft Flight Simulator Standard Edition plus 10 additional highly accurate planes with unique flight models and 10 additional handcrafted international airports.

The simulator will also available as a retail disc version at European stores via Aerosoft. As previously reported, the new installment of Flight Simulator is described as offering highly detailed and stunning aircraft ranging from light planes to wide-body jets which operate in “an incredibly realistic world.” Flight plans and flying will reportedly be available anywhere on the planet with a focus on “the authenticity of flying and visually stunning environments.”

Click below to check out the new launch trailer, tables detailing aircraft and airports available for all three versions as well as the product page.

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New “Let it Snow” Trailer Released For Upcoming Microsoft Flight Simulator

Microsoft has released a new “Let it Snow” trailer for its new incarnation of Flight Simulator to be released this year.

The video captures stunning aerial views of winter precipitation in the new simulator, indicating that such seasonal atmospheres will be available as part of the experience.

As previously reported, the new installment of Flight Simulator is described as offering highly detailed and stunning aircraft ranging from light planes to wide-body jets which operate in “an incredibly realistic world.” Flight plans and flying will reportedly be available anywhere on the planet with a focus on “the authenticity of flying and visually stunning environments.”

The release will reportedly be available for “Windows 10 with Xbox Game Pass in 2020, and coming to Xbox One at a later date.” Click below to check out the new trailer.

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New Gameplay Trailer Released For Upcoming Microsoft Flight Simulator

A new gameplay trailer has been released for Microsoft’s upcoming Flight Simulator featuring aircraft such as the 747-8, Airbus A320 neo and Icon A5.

As previously reported, the new incarnation of Flight Simulator is described as offering highly detailed and stunning aircraft ranging from light planes to wide-body jets which operate in “an incredibly realistic world.” Flight plans and flying will reportedly be available anywhere on the planet with a focus on “the authenticity of flying and visually stunning environments.”

The developer has reportedly gone “far beyond what was done for previous titles” by forging a breadth of partnerships with manufacturers such as Airbus, Boeing, CubCrafters, Daher, Diamond Aircraft Industries, ICON Aircraft, Robin Aircraft and Textron Aviation to make the new Microsoft Flight Simulator “the most realistic flight simulation yet.”

The release will reportedly be available for “Windows 10 with Xbox Game Pass in 2020, and coming to Xbox One at a later date.” Click below to check out the new trailer.

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Microsoft Announces Revival of Flight Simulator, Releases Trailer [Video]

In an exciting development, Microsoft has announced the revival of their Flight Simulator with a new trailer that gives us a glimpse of “the next generation of one of the most beloved simulation franchises.”

Beyond what the video offers, details are currently scarce. However, the new incarnation is described as offering highly detailed and stunning aircraft ranging from light planes to wide-body jets which operate in “an incredibly realistic world.” Flight plans and flying will reportedly be available anywhere on the planet with a focus on “the authenticity of flying and visually stunning environments.”

By revamping our tech, working in close collaboration with the community and pursuing the best partnerships across the industry, we intend to deliver the best-in-class flight simulation experience.

The release will reportedly be available for “Windows 10 with Xbox Game Pass in 2020, and coming to Xbox One at a later date.” Click below to check out the new trailer.

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Just Flight Releases Avro Vulcan B Mk 2 for FSX and P3D

Just Flight has released their new Avro Vulcan B Mk 2 for FSX and P3D v4.

The model was reportedly built using “real-world aircraft plans and comprehensive photography of the real aircraft (XM655)” and is said to include many detailed animations, a range of payload options, varying external parts for several configurations, Olympus 201 and 301 engine nozzle types and ground equipment.

Additional features reportedly include 4096×4096 textures to produce the highest possible texture clarity, bump and specular mapping to produce a truly 3D feel, “a truly 3D virtual cockpit” and 11 marking options.

Click below to check out the product page and a video overview.

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Just Flight Releases New Screenshots, Video of Upcoming Avro Vulcan For FSX, P3D

Just Flight has released a new series of exterior shots and a promo video showcasing their upcoming Avro Vulcan B Mk 2 for FSX and P3D.

The model was reportedly built using “real-world aircraft plans and comprehensive photography of the real aircraft (XM655)” and is said to include many detailed animations, a range of payload options, varying external parts for several configurations, Olympus 201 and 301 engine nozzle types and ground equipment.

Additional features reportedly include 4096×4096 textures to produce the highest possible texture clarity, bump and specular mapping to produce a truly 3D feel, “a truly 3D virtual cockpit” and 11 marking options.

The model is currently drawing closer to completion, although a release date has not yet been announced. Click below to check out the video and additional images.

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A2A Simulations Releases Accu-Sim Spitfire Mk I/II For P3Dv4

The latest offering from A2A Simulations sees their Accu-Sim Spitfire MkI-II released for Prepar3D Version 4.

Described as “gorgeously constructed” and “superbly accurate” the model represents the Mk IA, Mk IIA (machine guns), and Mk IIB (cannons). Its lengthy list of features reportedly includes custom cockpit systems and gauges, an animated pilot, an “immersive in-cockpit, physics-driven sound environment from A2A-engineered Spitfire recordings” and the developer’s Accu-Sim feature, which is touted as providing “an outstanding level of authenticity and accuracy in the aircraft systems and functionality.”

The new P3Dv4 Spitfire is available in academic and professional versions and is also available as a bundle with the FSX version. Click here to learn more.

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Flight Replicas Releases New Screenshots of Upcoming Handley Page Halifax

Flight simulation developer Flight Replicas, which creates “high quality simulator aircraft for Microsoft Flight Simulator FSX and Lockheed-Martin’s P3D” has released new screenshots of their upcoming Handley Page Halifax Mk.III.

The new images reportedly detail the progress “as things move towards other variants including the more-or-less permanently (seat could still be folded away) two pilot versions such as the unarmed and pannier-equipped Mk.VIII and C VIII.” The machine’s virtual cockpit will reportedly feature adjustable relevant cockpit lights for day and night operations, an opening sliding window and upper hatch for the pilot and a folding Flight Engineer’s seat.

A representation of the HP.70 Halton civilian variant modified exclusively for BOAC is yet to come. Additional details, including pricing and release date have not yet been announced.

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Dovetail Games Announces Closure of Flight Sim World

Not even a year after its Early Access release on Steam, Dovetail Games has announced the future closure of Flight Sim World.

The developer notes that the “intensely difficult decision” was made after “many detailed discussions,” stating, “we regrettably don’t see a clear direction that will allow us to keep to the development time we’d want, alongside the player numbers we need.” As a result, the company will “fully scale back all future development on Flight Sim World and remove it from sale on 24th May.”

Dovetail acquired the rights to Microsoft’s popular Flight Simulator series in 2014 and developed the new, 64 bit program that was touted as offering “an unprecedented level of realism and detail” including faithfully reproduced, officially licensed GA aircraft that are “the most authentic and detailed in-sim representations on the market.”

The statement clarifies that those who already bought the sim will be able to keep it in their Steam library for future play in its current format. Add-ons will also be removed from sale, but will reportedly remain available to those who already purchased them.

The complete statement can be read here.