Reviewers LikedDetailed environments and aircraft45 new airplanes and helicopters including 1:1 cockpitsThe MSF2024 simulates real shipping traffic around the worldReviewers Didn't LikeHefty system and internet requirementsDisappointing character modelsThe cloud architecture causes a lot of frustration and poor performanceSimilar Games Our editors hand-pick these games based on a broad criteria: similar games that cater to the same player base, or games that share similar themes, gameplay mechanics, or artistic styles. Expert reviews and ratings 80 At its best moments, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is pure magic. Theres a lot of love in this game, but theres also a few problems. These problems (trouble rendering textures and the like) tarnish an otherwise good overall impression. By PCWorld on November 28, 2024 70 Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is a fun but ridiculously frustrating experience. With solid visuals, new gameplay modes like aerial firefighting and on-foot sections, plus a range of customisable assist options, it makes for an exciting evolution of the series. However, its launch has been plagued by long load times, random crashing and an eye-watering price tag for the all-inclusive Aviator Edition. By TBN on November 28, 2024 90 Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 fulfills the promise of being the most true-to-life and detailed game of its kind. By PCGamer on November 27, 2024 80 Theres not really a competitor, except Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020, so what else are you going to do? Its a gorgeous game and when it all comes together and youre soaring over the Grand Canyon or crashing into the street in front of your house or doing low-level stunts in an F-18, it hits like nothing else. By MonsterVine on November 27, 2024 80 Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 offers upgraded visuals, a bigger hanger full of aircraft types, and more detail all around. For some, the high system requirements and always-on need for a fast internet connection might be a deal breaker. Prior investment in a lot of third-party add-ons for the last edition might also warrant some caution. By COG on November 25, 2024Hands on: In spite of what can reasonably be described as a catastrophic launch, I'm already pretty much in love with Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 I'm just not blown away like I was five years ago, when I first found myself faced with the opportunity to fly to literally any place on Earth. That option remains, of course, and it's been vastly improved by some smart new features, but it doesn't have that same impact, either. By IGN on November 26, 2024Load More Reviews