12-23-2020, 12:44 AM
Virtual Reality update for Microsoft Flight Simulator now available
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<p><em>Microsoft Flight Simulator</em> was built from the ground up to achieve three key goals: realism, accuracy, and authenticity of flight. Today, we’re excited to share that Virtual Reality for <a href="https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/microsoft-flight-simulator"><em>Microsoft Flight Simulator</em></a> is now available on your favorite VR headset for PC, offering simmers the deepest and most immersive virtual flight experience in the new simulator to date.</p>
<p>The flight sim community has been a very active and insightful partner in shaping how the team approached VR, and continues to be a critical partner in our continued development as we make further improvements and add new features to the simulation. Adding VR to <em>Microsoft Flight Simulator</em> was a direct result of community feedback, and we look forward to continued involvement in the future of the franchise with us.</p>
<p>Our goal was to make this update accessible to as many VR players as possible. To achieve this goal, we have worked to make this free update compatible across a wide range of supported devices, including most Windows Mixed Reality headsets (including the HP Reverb G2), Oculus, Valve, and HTC headsets. To access VR, make sure you have downloaded the latest update for <em>Microsoft Flight Simulator.</em></p>
<p>Grab your VR headset and try this captivating experience today on Xbox Game Pass for PC, Windows 10, and Steam. Feel free to share your first impressions with us on the <a href="https://forums.flightsimulator.com/c/virtual-reality-vr/226">dedicated forums</a> or check out <a href="https://forums.flightsimulator.com/t/read-first-vr-faq/336918">our FAQ if you have questions</a>. For the latest information on <a href="https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/microsoft-flight-simulator"><em>Microsoft Flight Simulator</em></a>, stay tuned to <a href="https://twitter.com/msfsofficial">@MSFSOfficial</a> on Twitter.</p>
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• Essential EUROGAMER – “a once in-a-generation wow moment”<br />
• 100/100 GAMING TREND<br />
• 100/100 PLAYER 2<br />
• 5/5 GUARDIAN – “This game captures the wonder of flight”<br />
• 5/5 VG 24/7<br />
• 10/10 PRESS-START<br />
• 10/10 AUSGAMERS<br />
• 5/5 VGC – “phenomenal looking, remarkably detailed simulator”<br />
• 9/10 AREAJUGONES<br />
• 9/10 PC INVASION<br />
• 4.5/5 ATTACK OF THE FANBOY<br />
• 9/10 GAMEBLOG<br />
• 10/10 WCCFTECH – “a technical marvel that brings the whole world to life and the best example of cloud based gaming so far.”<br />
• 18/20 JEUXACTU<br />
• 9/10 EVEREYE<br />
• 9.3/10 SPAZIOGAMES<br />
• 4/5 DAILY STAR – “the definition of revolutionary”<br />
• 4.5/5 TWINFINITE </div>
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<p><em>Microsoft Flight Simulator</em> was built from the ground up to achieve three key goals: realism, accuracy, and authenticity of flight. Today, we’re excited to share that Virtual Reality for <a href="https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/microsoft-flight-simulator"><em>Microsoft Flight Simulator</em></a> is now available on your favorite VR headset for PC, offering simmers the deepest and most immersive virtual flight experience in the new simulator to date.</p>
<p>The flight sim community has been a very active and insightful partner in shaping how the team approached VR, and continues to be a critical partner in our continued development as we make further improvements and add new features to the simulation. Adding VR to <em>Microsoft Flight Simulator</em> was a direct result of community feedback, and we look forward to continued involvement in the future of the franchise with us.</p>
<p>Our goal was to make this update accessible to as many VR players as possible. To achieve this goal, we have worked to make this free update compatible across a wide range of supported devices, including most Windows Mixed Reality headsets (including the HP Reverb G2), Oculus, Valve, and HTC headsets. To access VR, make sure you have downloaded the latest update for <em>Microsoft Flight Simulator.</em></p>
<p>Grab your VR headset and try this captivating experience today on Xbox Game Pass for PC, Windows 10, and Steam. Feel free to share your first impressions with us on the <a href="https://forums.flightsimulator.com/c/virtual-reality-vr/226">dedicated forums</a> or check out <a href="https://forums.flightsimulator.com/t/read-first-vr-faq/336918">our FAQ if you have questions</a>. For the latest information on <a href="https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/microsoft-flight-simulator"><em>Microsoft Flight Simulator</em></a>, stay tuned to <a href="https://twitter.com/msfsofficial">@MSFSOfficial</a> on Twitter.</p>
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<h2>Microsoft Flight Simulator: Standard</h2>
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<p>Xbox Game Studios</p>
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<div> <span>☆</span><span>☆</span><span>☆</span><span>☆</span><span>☆</span> </div>
<div class="mspb-full-stars"> <span>★</span><span>★</span><span>★</span><span>★</span><span>★</span> </div>
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<div class="mspb-right-container">
<div class="mspb-description"> This title does not support Korean, Vietnamese, Thai or Indonesian localization. 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. MICROSOFT FLIGHT SIMULATOR IS A MUST PLAY*: • 10/10 IGN – “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 fly to and from literally any place in the entire world.”<br />
• Essential EUROGAMER – “a once in-a-generation wow moment”<br />
• 100/100 GAMING TREND<br />
• 100/100 PLAYER 2<br />
• 5/5 GUARDIAN – “This game captures the wonder of flight”<br />
• 5/5 VG 24/7<br />
• 10/10 PRESS-START<br />
• 10/10 AUSGAMERS<br />
• 5/5 VGC – “phenomenal looking, remarkably detailed simulator”<br />
• 9/10 AREAJUGONES<br />
• 9/10 PC INVASION<br />
• 4.5/5 ATTACK OF THE FANBOY<br />
• 9/10 GAMEBLOG<br />
• 10/10 WCCFTECH – “a technical marvel that brings the whole world to life and the best example of cloud based gaming so far.”<br />
• 18/20 JEUXACTU<br />
• 9/10 EVEREYE<br />
• 9.3/10 SPAZIOGAMES<br />
• 4/5 DAILY STAR – “the definition of revolutionary”<br />
• 4.5/5 TWINFINITE </div>
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