Tag: Microsoft Flight Simulator
Guide Is Microsoft Flight Simulator Coming To Xbox One?
The answer is yes, kind of...
With so many cross-gen games, next-gen only titles and console exclusives, it can understandably get a little confusing as to what you can play and where. One common question people have asked is whether you can play Microsoft Flight Simulator on Xbox One, and we've got some good news and some bad news. With that being...
Random Phil Spencer Tried To Conquer Mount Everest In Microsoft Flight Simulator
"I didn't quite make it to the summit"
Head of Xbox Phil Spencer has been busy playing a bunch of new Xbox games recently, from the critically-acclaimed Death's Door, to Raji: An Ancient Epic and The Ascent on Xbox Game Pass, and for his latest excur
News Microsoft Flight Simulator's First Hotfix For Xbox Arrives Today, Here's Everything Included
To address some turbulance
Microsoft Flight Simulator arrived on Xbox Series X and Series S earlier this week and is already proving to be a huge hit with Game Pass subscribers. However, there's always room for improvement, and a new hotfix is launching today to address some issues. The patch will be going live for PC, Xbox Series X and Series S...
News Flight Simulator For Xbox: How To Play With Friends In Online Multiplayer
Find your friends, join a group and fly together!
Microsoft Flight Simulator is great to enjoy as a single-player experience, but when you can join up with friends and explore the world together, it's even better. Unfortunately, there's no way of sharing the cockpit right now, but you can still form an online group, and it can be a pretty stunning...
Guide How To Find Your House In Microsoft Flight Simulator For Xbox
Sightseeing your own front door
When loading up Microsoft Flight Simulator for the first time, pretty much everyone does the same thing - attempt to find their own house. Jumping into the World Map can be pretty daunting and you may be lead to believe you'll need to find a nearby airport and fly the rest of the way, but it's actually a lot simpler...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator Is 'Simply Terrific' On Xbox, Says Analysis
"In many respects, it is simply in a class of its own"
Digital Foundry has taken a look at the performance of Microsoft Flight Simulator for Xbox Series X and Series S, and it's pretty much all good news, with the outlet stating "in many respects, it is simply in a class of its own". The Xbox Series X version of the game is described as "comparabl
Random Xbox Fans Are Loving Microsoft Flight Simulator, But Can't Seem To Stick The Landing
It's a good job it's just a simulator
Microsoft Flight Simulator officially launched for Xbox Series X and Series S yesterday, with thousands of players flooding the Microsoft Store to grab the new Game Pass title. The game has been met with a lot of love, but if there's one thing everyone seems to be struggling with, it's landing those pesky...
Talking Point Where Have You Been Flying In Microsoft Flight Simulator?
Which parts of the globe have you explored so far?
After a slightly turbulent start with a big day one update and a few teething issues, Microsoft Flight Simulator has officially landed for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, and there's been massive excitement surrounding its release. Naturally, many of us will have jumped into the tutorials before...
Review Microsoft Flight Simulator - Taking The Xbox Series X To New Heights
Come fly with me
Updated review (Xbox Series X version, July 2021): Microsoft Flight Simulator has finally arrived on Xbox Series X|S, and following on from our review of the PC version last year, we've had a chance (thanks to Xbox Game Pass) to get hands-on with the Xbox Series X edition over the past few days. Simply put, Flight Sim makes a...
News How To Install Microsoft Flight Simulator's World Updates On Xbox
Increase the visual quality of various regions
By now you've hopefully had a chance to at least try Microsoft Flight Simulator on Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S and marvel at its wonderful visuals. But did you know you can make it look even better (for free)? Over the past year, the team at Asobo Studio has been releasing a series of world updates,...
Feature 5 Activities To Try First In Microsoft Flight Simulator For Xbox Series X, Series S
Hey, I can see my house from here!
After months and months of waiting, Microsoft Flight Simulator officially drops for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S on Xbox Game Pass today, and it's safe to say it's going to be a massive hit. The game is undoubtedly a technical masterpiece and a true 'next-gen' title, so we can't wait to see how it fares on...
Guide How To Cut Microsoft Flight Simulator's Xbox Download Size In Half
Drop the size from 97GB to 42GB
Microsoft Flight Simulator is the talk of the town for Xbox Series X and Series S owners right now, but regardless of which system you own, you might be worried about the effect of its 97GB download size on your storage space. Fortunately, there is actually a way of reducing that size by up to a whopping 59.7 GB,...
Poll Which Are You More Excited For This Week, Flight Sim Or The Ascent?
Which takes your fancy?
This week is a huge one for Xbox Game Pass, with loads of titles hitting the service (including a couple of original Xbox classics today), and the two highlights are the day one launches of Microsoft Flight Simulator and The Ascent. Flight Simulator will be with us as soon as tomorrow, July 27, while The Ascent arrives on...
News Yes, There's A Way To Play Microsoft Flight Simulator Offline On Xbox
But it comes with some drawbacks
There's been a bit of confusion surrounding whether Microsoft Flight Simulator will be playable offline on Xbox Series X and Series S when it launches this Tuesday, but we've got official confirmation that it will be. Like in the PC version, there will be a dedicated offline option for those who don't have the best...
Roundup Here's What The Critics Are Saying About Microsoft Flight Simulator For Xbox Series X|S
Has it nailed the landing?
Prepare for boarding, because Microsoft Flight Simulator for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S will be available with Xbox Game Pass in just 24 hours' time! Without a doubt, it's going to be a very popular release. Ahead of the Tuesday, July 27 launch, a select few outlets have been given access to an early copy of the...
Feature Everything You Need To Know About Microsoft Flight Simulator On Xbox Game Pass
Game details, release times, pre-load info & more
The sky is calling! After what feels like the longest waiting period, Microsoft Flight Simulator is finally making its Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S debut this coming Tuesday, July 27, and we're eager to get into the cockpit! Ahead of its release, we've put together a quick guide so you know what...
News Don't Worry, Microsoft Flight Simulator 'Maintains A High Standard' On Xbox Series S
"The two consoles have left me consistently in awe"
We're expecting to see a fair few previews for Microsoft Flight Simulator on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S crop up over the next few days, and Windows Central is one of the outlets that has been first to the punch. In their preview, they've highlighted the differences between the Xbox Series X...
Video Here's A Look At Microsoft Flight Simulator Running On Xbox Series X
"Never ceases to amaze..."
We're now just a few short days away from the release of Microsoft Flight Simulator for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S on Tuesday, July 27, and the first gameplay footage is just beginning to roll out. The video above is one of the first that was posted to YouTube earlier today (by MrNightlife), highlighting over three...
News Xbox Unveils New Range Of Microsoft Flight Simulator Accessories
For the ultimate Flight Sim experience
The excitement is really building ahead of the release of Microsoft Flight Simulator for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S (included with Game Pass) on July 27, and some new flight accessories are on the way for the game. Without further ado, here's what Microsoft has announced today: Turtle Beach VelocityOne...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator Is Now Available To Pre-Download With Xbox Game Pass
Prepare for take-off!
The time has almost arrived, folks! As of today, Microsoft Flight Simulator is available to pre-download for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, meaning you can install all 97GB so you're ready to play on release day. To download it, all you need to do is head to the Xbox Game Pass app on your console, find Microsoft Flight...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator Might Add Helicopters In The Future
"Planned" for a 2022 release, apparently
Ever wanted to take to the skies in something that's not a plane in Microsoft Flight Simulator? You might be in luck. In an update from the development team earlier this week, a feedback snapshot reveals the community's top wishes, and the top-voted one is the addition of helicopters. What's so exciting...
News Prepare Yourself, Microsoft Flight Simulator Is Around 100GB On Xbox Series X, Series S
It's a bit of a beast
Microsoft Flight Simulator will finally be with us on Xbox Series X and Series S (and Xbox Game Pass) in just over a week on Tuesday, July 27, but you're going to need to find some space, as it'll take up around 100GB on your console. A preliminary file size has begun to show up if you hit 'Manage with Game Pass' on Flight...
News Thanks To Azure, Microsoft Flight Simulator Will Be 'Pretty Much Unchanged' On Xbox Series X
The tech allows "every device to punch above its weight"
We're now less than two weeks away from the release of Microsoft Flight Simulator for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S on Tuesday, July 27, and while the hype is huge, some fans are still concerned about how it will perform. The game is known for putting even the most expensive of gaming PCs...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator Dev Confirms Performance Details For Xbox Series X|S
And yes, cross-play will be included
It's crazy to think that Microsoft Flight Simulator will be available on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S via Xbox Game Pass this month, and developer Asobo Studio has been talking a bit more about it in a Q&A on Twitch. As recapped by Twinfinite, a developer confirmed during the stream that the game will run...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator Is Getting New Xbox Features Targeted At First-Time Pilots
Smooth sailing
Microsoft Flight Simulator is landing on Xbox Game Pass for Xbox Series X|S next month, and if you've been following the game on PC, it may appear a bit daunting. But don't worry, the game is getting an array of new features to ensure console players are eased into the experience, rather than being thrown in at the deep end. As...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator Flies To The Nordics For Its Fifth World Update
Free to all Microsoft Flight Sim players
Microsoft Flight Simulator has just received its fifth free world update ahead of its Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S release on July 27, and this latest update heads to the Nordic skies of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden. These countries are getting improvements in detail of broad swaths of...
News Turtle Beach Announces Microsoft Flight Simulator Control System For Xbox
Take flight with Turtle Beach
Turtle Beach has announced a brand-new VelocityOne Flight Universal Control System for Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S (and PC), allowing you to take to the skies in style in Microsoft Flight Simulator this July. This control system is said to deliver "the most comprehensive flight control solution to setup your...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator Will Be 30FPS On Xbox Series X, Confirms Asobo
But it can go above that on VRR displays
Microsoft Flight Simulator finally received its official July 27 release date for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S yesterday as part of Xbox's E3 2021 Showcase, and it's been confirmed that the game will run at 30fps on the consoles. It's an unsurprising revelation considering the game places high demands on...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator Officially Takes Off For Xbox Series X|S This July
No more guessing, we've got a date!
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...
News New Report Claims Microsoft Flight Simulator Releases This July For Xbox Series X|S
Update: Is it June or July? We'll find out very soon!
Update (Thu 10th Jun, 2021 16:15 BST): Just to add to the confusion, Japanese website Impress Watch has been reporting today that Microsoft Flight Simulator will be released for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S on July 20, even going as far as to provide screenshots of the trailer they saw as part...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator Rated For Xbox Series X By The ESRB
Will we get a release date at E3?
The much-anticipated Microsoft Flight Simulator was announced last year as having a Summer 2021 release window for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, and that version has just been rated by the ERSB. The ERSB is the Entertainment Software Rating Board, and a rating for the game suggests a release is forthcoming in at...
News Ahead Of Its Xbox Release, Microsoft Flight Simulator Has Dramatically Reduced Its File Size
It's been cut in half
There's a lot of excitement surrounding the upcoming release of Microsoft Flight Simulator for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S over the next few months, and the game has just dramatically reduced its file size on PC. Originally requiring a file size of a whopping 170GB+ (and that's not including DLC!), Asobo Studio has...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator's Xbox Series X Port Is 'Going Awesome'
"Most of the work is now on the experience side"
There's undoubtedly a lot of excitement surrounding the release of Microsoft Flight Simulator for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S this summer, and the team at Asobo has shared some latest progress details for those versions. Speaking as part of the official Flight Sim SDK Q&A yesterday on Twitch,...
News Xbox France Has This Weird Microsoft Flight Simulator PC Up For Grabs
Fly me to the danger zone!
We've seen some absolutely insane custom built PCs out there, but honestly, this may take the prize for the most out there. To celebrate the new world update for Microsoft Flight Simulator, this unique competition from Xbox France is giving away this strange themed PC, which resembles a jet engine of an aircraft - we're...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator Releases Its Fourth Free World Update
This time focusing on Western Europe
The latest free world update for Microsoft Flight Simulator has arrived, and this time it focuses on Western Europe - specifically France, Belgium, Netherlands and Luxembourg. As usual, it's looking fantastic! There are loads of new features included as part of the update, such as improved digital elevation data...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator Receives Surprise PEGI Rating For Xbox One
Is it a mistake or the real deal?
The outstanding Microsoft Flight Simulator was finally announced in 2020 as coming to Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S this summer, with no sign of an Xbox One version at the time, seemingly due to the high demands of the sim. However, Xbox fans have discovered that the game recently received a PEGI rating in Europe...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator's Latest World Update Heads To The UK & Ireland
Available for free today
Microsoft Flight Simulator has today unleashed its third World Update following the Japan and USA focused updates last year, and this one heads to the UK and Ireland to provide simmers with a "dazzling flight experience." The update adds high-resolution 3D photogrammetry for the cities of Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge,...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator Dev 'Really Wants' Project xCloud Version
"It's such an interesting product"
Asobo Studio would love to see Microsoft Flight Simulator available through cloud gaming as it "can reach people in different places and different situations". In a recent interview with AusGamers, the head of Microsoft Flight Simulator, Jorg Neumann, said that while they're focusing on the Xbox Series X|S version...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator Will 'Look And Perform Great' On Xbox Series X
With improved tutorials to assist newcomers
If you're eagerly awaiting Microsoft Flight Simulator to hit Xbox Series X|S this summer then you'll be pleased to hear the game's lead Jorg Neumann has recently confirmed it will "look" and "perform great" on the next-gen systems. In a recent interview with Twinfinite, Neumann spoke about the game's...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator Dev 'Won't Close The Door' On Xbox One Version
"It's a little bit too early to talk about it"
After months of speculation, Asobo Studios finally announced recently that it would be bringing Microsoft Flight Simulator to Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S this summer, but there was no mention of an Xbox One version. Now, head of Microsoft Flight Simulator Jorg Neumann has suggested to Eurogamer...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator Receives A Real-Time Snow Update
Let it snow...
Microsoft Flight Simulator just got even better with developer Asobo Studio announcing it's updated the game with real-time snow. When it's snowing in real life, it'll now be reflected around the globe in-game. Attached to this was a message from the team - mentioning how more new features, updates and content releases would be...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator's Free VR Update Is Now Available
Take to the skies through virtual reality
If you're ready for the next step in Microsoft Flight Simulator then today is the day, as Flight Sim VR is now available. With VR capabilities, players will be able to step directly into the pilot seat and take in the breathtaking views surrounding them. With the added inclusion of winter weather effects,...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator Celebrates 2M Players, Teases Plans For 2021
"Our launch in 2020 was only the beginning"
Asobo Studios has announced today that the fantastic Microsoft Flight Simulator has officially surpassed two million players, becoming the fastest entry in the near 40-year-old franchise to achieve that feat. In that time, the Microsoft Flight Sim community has piloted more than 50 million flights and...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator Lands On Xbox Series X In Summer 2021
Preparing for take-off
Yep, we've finally got a date! Microsoft Flight Simulator is officially coming to Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S in Summer 2021, and as you'd expect, it'll also be included with Xbox Game Pass from day one. Developer Asobo Studios says fans "can expect the same level of depth as the PC version", allowing you to travel the...
Random Fan Tests Microsoft Flight Sim Accuracy Aboard Real Life Flight
"This game is wild, the clouds look the same"
Much has been made of Microsoft Flight Simulator's incredible accuracy since its release with Xbox Game Pass for PC back in August, but one fan took this test to the next level recently during a flight to Amsterdam, conducting the very same flight simultaneously in-game - with amazing results. Rami...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator's Second World Update Heads To The USA
Free to download now
Asobo Studios has unveiled the second free World Update for Microsoft Flight Simulator on PC, and this time it's bringing an "enhanced flight experience" to the United States of America. The update features an improved digital elevation model with resolution up to one meter, new aerial textures that "significantly improve the...
Guide Microsoft Flight Simulator Xbox Release: Everything We Know So Far
Ready for take-off?
Ever since the highly successful release of Microsoft Flight Simulator on PC earlier this year, there's been one question on many Xbox console owners' minds - when is it coming to Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S? Developer Asobo Studios has talked about this version of the game in recent months (so it's very much...
News Microsoft Flight Simulator Was Greenlit Because Of Xbox Game Pass
Permission to land
If you've been enjoying Microsoft Flight Simulator on PC this year or you're eagerly anticipating its release on console, you probably have Xbox Game Pass (and developer Asobo Studios) to thank! That's according to Xbox boss Phil Spencer, who recently told The Guardian that Microsoft Flight Sim - along with Dontnod's Tell Me Why...
News Xbox Series VR References Spotted In Microsoft Flight Simulator Files
What's all this then?
Xbox boss Phil Spencer confirmed earlier this year that Microsoft has no plans to support VR at the launch of the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, but we wouldn't rule out the possibility of VR on Xbox eventually. In fact, as reported by Windows Central, a user on the Microsoft Flight Simulator
Random Someone Added A Giant Xbox Series X To Microsoft Flight Simulator
Don't worry, it's not to scale
What do you do when you're eagerly looking forward to the release of the Xbox Series X on November 10th, and you're also a big fan of Microsoft Flight Simulator? You combine the two together! That's exactly what Reddit user Oh_Gaz has done, modding his copy of Flight Sim to feature a giant Xbox Series X in Redmond,...
