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Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
Simulation
Single-player
Multi-player
Cross-Platform Multiplayer
Steam Achievements
In-App Purchases
Partial Controller Support
HDR available
Family Sharing

Explore the world with our largest fleet of aircraft and take simulation to new heights while pursuing your aviation career within Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.

Developers: Asobo Studio
Publishers: Xbox Game Studios
Release Date: Nov 19, 2024
Price (USD): $69.99
Current Players: 3.5k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mixed(46%)
Improved graphics
Realism
Career mode
Flight models
Immersive experience
Career mode
Graphical improvements
Updates
Technical issues
Bugs
Performance issues
Streaming problems
Career mode execution
Stability
Overall, players are dissatisfied with the game's release state, citing numerous bugs, performance issues, and poor execution of new features like career mode. While there is praise for the graphics and the realism in flight dynamics, these elements are often undercut by the technical difficulties that frustrate players. There is a cautious optimism from some users who note improvements with updates, but the overall sentiment remains critical of the game's current state.

Positive Points

  • The game offers improved graphics and more immersive experiences compared to MSFS 2020, particularly in terms of weather effects and real-time traffic.
  • The flight models and aerodynamics are praised for being more realistic, particularly for smaller aircraft.
  • The addition of a career mode introduced new gameplay dynamics and opportunities for structured play, offering a more varied experience with missions like fire suppression and search and rescue.
  • When the game works, its visuals and flight dynamics are commendable, providing a stunningly realistic flying experience.

    • Negative Points

  • The game is plagued with many bugs and glitches, leading to frequent crashes, especially in career mode, making it difficult to complete missions without interruption.
  • Performance issues are common, particularly during loading screens and with more complex aircraft, even on high-end PCs.
  • The reliance on streamed assets often results in poor texture loading, which affects immersion and visual quality negatively.
  • Career mode, although promising, is described as poorly executed, with unresponsive ATC and mission-critical elements frequently failing.

    • Mixed Points

  • While career mode was a highly anticipated feature and adds depth, it doesn't meet expectations due to its unstable and buggy execution.
  • The game is visually stunning and more advanced in some aspects than its predecessor, but these benefits are hampered by relentless technical issues.
  • Some players noted improvements over time with patches and updates, though fundamental issues with stability and performance persist.

    • Common Themes

  • The need for high-speed internet and strong PC hardware is a recurring requirement for optimal performance and visual fidelity.
  • Frequent player frustration stems from the game not living up to its potential, with many continuing to use MSFS 2020 due to its stability compared to MSFS 2024.
  • There is a notable sentiment that the game might have been released too early, with many core features feeling unfinished or in need of significant refinement.
    • Updated 7/23/2025, 12:01:57 AM UTC
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