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Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024

by Asobo Studio · published by Xbox Game Studios

Released November 19, 2024 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation VR2.

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About Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024

Pursue your dream of an aviation career with Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. This brand-new simulator is designed to take advantage of the latest technologies in simulation, cloud, machine learning, graphics and gaming to create the most sophisticated, immersive and awe-inspiring flight simulator of all time. To achieve this unprecedented level of accuracy, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is powered by the significantly evolved Asobo Studio engine.

Release dates by platform

PCNovember 19, 2024 · Out now
Xbox Series X|SNovember 19, 2024 · Out now
PlayStation 5December 8, 2025 · Out now
PlayStation VR22026

Reviews & players

Critic score793 reviews
Steam reviewsMixed60% of 23K positive
Player score7117 ratings on IGDB

PC system requirements

Official specs from Steam

Full specs

Minimum

OSWindows 10
ProcessorAMD Ryzen 5 2600X or Intel Core i7-6800K
Memory16 GB RAM
GraphicsRadeon RX 5700 or GeForce GTX 970
DirectXVersion 12
NetworkBroadband Internet connection

Recommended

OSWindows 10
ProcessorAMD Ryzen 7 2700X or Intel Core i7-10700K
Memory32 GB RAM
GraphicsRadeon RX 5700 XT or GeForce RTX 2080
DirectXVersion 12
NetworkBroadband Internet connection

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 FAQ

When did Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 come out?

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 was released on November 19, 2024 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation VR2.

Is Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 on PlayStation 5?

Yes. Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 launched on PlayStation 5 on December 8, 2025.

Is Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 on Xbox Series X|S?

Yes. Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 launched on Xbox Series X|S on November 19, 2024.

Is Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 on Nintendo Switch 2?

No. Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 has not been announced for Nintendo Switch 2. It is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation VR2.

Who is making Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024?

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is developed by Asobo Studio and published by Xbox Game Studios.

Is Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 multiplayer?

Yes. Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 supports single player and multiplayer.

How much does Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 cost?

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 costs $69.99 on Steam. Prices checked October 9, 2026.

Is Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 good?

Steam players rate it "Mixed" — 60% of 22,905 reviews are positive. Critics average 79/100.

What are the minimum PC requirements for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024?

The minimum GPU is Radeon RX 5700 or GeForce GTX 970. See the full minimum and recommended specs on our Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 system requirements page.

Microsoft Flight Simulator series

19 games in release order

Full timeline
  1. Microsoft Flight Simulator 1.01982
  2. Microsoft Flight Simulator 2.01984
  3. Microsoft Flight Simulator1986
  4. Microsoft Flight Simulator 3.01988
  5. Microsoft Flight Simulator 4.01989
  6. Microsoft Flight Simulator 5.01993
  7. Microsoft Flight Simulator 5.11995
  8. Microsoft Flight Simulator for Windows 951996
  9. Microsoft Flight Simulator 981997
  10. Microsoft Flight Simulator 20001999
  11. Microsoft Flight Simulator 2002: Professional Edition2001
  12. Microsoft Flight Simulator 20022001
  13. Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004: A Century of Flight2003
  14. Microsoft Flight Simulator X2006
  15. Microsoft Flight2012
  16. Microsoft Flight Simulator2020
  17. Microsoft Flight Simulator: Premium Deluxe Edition2020
  18. Microsoft Flight Simulator: Deluxe Edition2020
  19. Microsoft Flight Simulator 20242024

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