Free Flight Sim, Microsoft Flight, Swoops into a Hanger This Spring

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  • Shawn Zipay
    Managing Communities 24/7
    • Apr 2003
    • 69279

    #1

    Free Flight Sim, Microsoft Flight, Swoops into a Hanger This Spring

    In terms of horrible headlines, this ranks among the worst. However, Microsoft Flight is the name and a free flight simulator is the er... game?

    Though currently in beta, the free flight sim is slated to arrive this Spring. It will be supported by microtransactions for new aircraft, regions, and various customization options. Those who sign in with their Games for Windows Live ID will get additional free content that includes an additional plane (Boeing Stearman), more missions, achievement support, and an online persistent profile.

    Today, Microsoft Studios premiered Microsoft Flight, a PC game that lets players jump into the challenge, fun, and freedom of flight. Microsoft Flight will be available as a free download this spring, giving players the freedom to fly the skies over the beautiful Big Island of Hawaii, complete a variety of exciting missions, test their skills in flying challenges, or find hidden aerocaches on the island.

    In Microsoft Flight, players view the world from above in a visually stunning and realistic representation of the earth, complete with region-specific weather patterns, foliage, terrain and landmarks. Players can choose to take the helm using highly rendered, accurate cockpits and authentic piloting procedures, or simply use their mouse and keyboard to control the plane in an exterior view. More experienced players can tailor the flight controls to match their skill level, making Microsoft Flight easy for beginners while still challenging for the most accomplished PC pilots.

    “Many people dream of flying, but few have the chance to experience the fun of exploring the world from above. Microsoft Flight provides players the opportunity to explore that curiosity and interest,” said Joshua Howard, executive producer of Microsoft Flight. “Aviation can be incredibly technical, but we’ve taken great care to build an experience that makes taking to the skies thrilling and accessible for everyone.”
  • Stev0esque
    5t3v0 (I miss leetspeech)
    • Feb 2008
    • 6786

    #2
    Re: Free Flight Sim, Microsoft Flight, Swoops into a Hanger This Spring

    Swooping into a hanger sounds like its being shelved IMO.

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    • K-16
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      • Sep 2026
      • 2018

      #3
      Re: Free Flight Sim, Microsoft Flight, Swoops into a Hanger This Spring

      I wonder if the game will allow players to be air traffic controllers? If so, I hope you don't have to purchase the ability to do so. Also I find it a bit odd that the ESRB labels this game to have crude humor and mild violence; I guess dive bombing counts, because I'm sure everyone playing this is going to do that at one point or another.

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      • Anarchy1
        Member
        • Aug 2010
        • 1546

        #4
        Re: Free Flight Sim, Microsoft Flight, Swoops into a Hanger This Spring

        You should say they are coming out of the hanger.

        Anyway, it seems they are going mainstream. And a microtransaction flight simulator? That just sounds dumb.
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