We needn't speculate or listen to rumours any longer! The much-anticipated Microsoft Flight Simulator will officially be taking off for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S (and Xbox Game Pass) on July 27, 2021.

Announced alongside a brand-new trailer at Xbox and Bethesda's E3 2021 Showcase, it was also confirmed that pre-orders and Xbox Game Pass pre-installs are now available for the console version. Time to get downloading!

In addition, a free Top Gun: Maverick expansion in partnership with Paramount Pictures will be arriving to Microsoft Flight Simulator on November 19, 2021 to celebrate the launch of the new “Top Gun: Maverick” movie.

Microsoft Flight Simulator will be opening the skies to millions of new pilots on Xbox Series X|S on July 27, 2021 and will be available with Xbox Game Pass on the same day. Xbox Game Pass members on Series X|S can pre-install the game now! Visit the Xbox Store [insert link] to pre-order your copy today. The sky is calling!

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