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Microsoft Flight Simulator

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 real... See more

Released:2020-08-17
Genre:
Simulator
Platforms:
PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S
Developer:Asobo Studio
Publisher:
Xbox Game Studios

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Seth G. Macy

10/10

Microsoft Flight Simulator is legitimately incredible. It's difficult to fully describe how amazing it feels to jump into a plane and have the freedom to fly to and from literally any place in the entire world. The base game's 20 included aircraft feel like more than enough for even hardcore aviation enthusiasts, and the ability to adjust the assists to tailor the experience to whatever skill leve...

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Richard Seagrave

10/10

If you’ve ever wanted to fly a plane or are simply fascinated by air travel, Microsoft Flight Simulator is a must-have. But for those with Xbox Game Pass for PC, it’s also worth a download simply for the window to the outside world it delivers. Never been to Egypt and seen the pyramids? It’s not quite the same, but flying over them in Microsoft Flight Simulator will still let you appreciate their ...

Aug 25, 2020 Read Full Review
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James Cunningham

It's hard to understate how incredible having the whole world available feels and the amount of possibility it opens up.  I've been playing for over a week and there are entire continents I haven't looked at yet, and am still only beginning to settle down and focus on an overall gameplay direction.  Is today a good day to investigate tropical storms, flying in the caverns of the clouds?  Maybe try...

Aug 24, 2020 Read Full Review
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Alex Donaldson

Developer Asobo Studio says Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 is a ten-year project with many additions to come. That makes sense, as it's a brilliant base package with so very much to love that I can still see myself returning to for years. For me, the casual, it's a perfect low-stakes, relaxing gaming experience. It's a technical achievement and an excellent training aid, but it's also a brilliant...

Aug 17, 2020 Read Full Review
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Ricky Knight

95/100

It was probably a cold day in the winter of 1982 when Microsoft shared with the world its first Flight Simulator. It was a technical demonstration of what a modern CPU could do at the time, future facing it would also highlight where we could go.

Aug 18, 2020 Read Full Review
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Darius Matusiak

9/10

The whole planet, one mouse click away, at your own home. The world's greatest metropolises in a next-generation setting, completely realistic and scailed. Flight Simulator 2020 is a prelude to the next generation of games.

Aug 23, 2020 Read Full Review
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Fraser Gilbert

9/10

Microsoft Flight Simulator is nothing short of revolutionary, featuring an almost impossibly large, authentic and living open world that's bound to take your breath away. Asobo and Xbox Game Studios have delivered a truly special entry in this historic franchise, and it's only going to get better in the years to come.

Jul 28, 2021 Read Full Review

Microsoft Flight Simulator is an absolute must for flight sim fans, but anyone with the even the slightest bit of an explorer’s nature will be sure to enjoy as well.

Aug 17, 2020 Read Full Review
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Giuseppe Nelva

Microsoft Flight Simulator is an absolutely amazing return to form for the series and puts the world at your fingertips. One could say that the sky is the limit, but this game's sky doesn't have any limits.

Aug 17, 2020 Read Full Review
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Phil Iwaniuk

89/100

Taking 'open world' very literally.

Aug 20, 2020 Read Full Review
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Rachael Fiddis

5.5/10

It's honestly hard to describe how amazing Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 feels as there's so much to unpack, but from what I've experienced so far, I can truly say that this will be a game I'll keep coming back to time and time again. From the impeccably detailed aircraft and the challenges you can participate in, to the unbelievably stunning world and gorgeous weather system, Asobo Studio has l...

Aug 17, 2020 Read Full Review
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Charlie Hall

Unscored

This all-inclusive edition of Microsoft Flight Simulator includes highly detailed airports like O’Hare and Heathrow, as well as additional planes for you to fly.

Aug 19, 2020 Read Full Review