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Microsoft Flight Simulator
Microsoft Flight Simulator

Microsoft Flight Simulator

2020 Xbox Game Studios

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Microsoft Flight Simulator

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Main

25:30

Main +

200:45

100%

1518:15

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First release date

August 17, 2020

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Summary

Microsoft Flight Simulator is the next generation of one of the most beloved simulation franchises. From light planes to wide-body jets, fly highly detailed and stunning aircraft in an incredibly realistic world. Create your flight plan and fly anywhere on the planet. Enjoy flying day or night and face realistic, challenging weather conditions.

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OpenCritic reviews

138Reviews92Excellent score

TheGamer

August 21, 2020

Masterpiece

Ultimately, Microsoft Flight Simulator was well worth the wait. For enthusiasts of past installments, there is so much to look forward to. For those who might be on the fence about a flight simulator that is virtually an endless sandbox game, the great news is that it has been added to the Xbox Game Pass on PC right from launch, and players can check...

Hardcore Gamer

August 24, 2020

Masterpiece

It's hard to understate how incredible having the whole world available feels and the amount of possibility it opens up.

God is a Geek

August 4, 2021

Excellent

Flight Simulator on Xbox Series X is a stunning piece of technology that gives you freedom unlike anything has before. With beautiful visuals and a fully realised world to explore, it's hard not to be blown away.

Game Rant

August 17, 2020

Excellent

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 is well worth checking out. Hardcore simmers will love it, and for more casual players it is still undeniably fun. While the full $60 price tag ($120 for the Premium Deluxe edition) might be a bit much for gamers who typically play more traditional titles, Flight Sim will also be offered on Xbox Game Pass, which makes...

God is a Geek

August 28, 2020

Great

Those willing to fully commit to Microsoft Flight Simulator will find an immersive experience like nothing else they've ever played.

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System requirements

Minimum:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: Intel i5-4460 | AMD Ryzen 3 1200
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 770 | AMD Radeon RX 570
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 150 GB available space
  • VR Support: SteamVR, Oculus PC, or OpenXR. Keyboard and mouse required
Recommended:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: Intel i5-8400 | AMD Ryzen 5 1500X
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 970 | AMD Radeon RX 590
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 150 GB available space