Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is set to redefine the flight simulation experience, introducing innovative features like Aviation Careers, a Challenge League system, and a World Photographer mode. The game will launch on November 19, 2024, with pre-orders available now. Players will receive the De Havilland Canada CL-415 firefighting aircraft upon pre-ordering. The Career System is a major highlight, allowing players to start at any airport worldwide and progress through various aviation roles, from Search and Rescue to commercial piloting, with a detailed mentor system to guide them.
In terms of technical improvements, the game enhances the “digital twin” of Earth by dramatically improving ground and environmental detail. New features include 3D-modeled terrain, accurate weather simulations, and dynamic cloud systems, all contributing to a highly immersive experience. Real-time ship traffic and the introduction of diverse wildlife species further add to the realism of this virtual world, while enhancements to the weather systems and cloud streaming technology optimize both the visual quality and the size of the game’s installation.
Players can also engage in fleet management, where aircraft performance impacts costs and maintenance. As the game progresses, players can buy additional planes, expand their fleet, and run aviation businesses, adding a management sim element to the traditional flight simulation experience. This variety, combined with an expansive certification tree for different aircraft types, creates a more interconnected and rewarding experience than previous versions.
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 will come in several editions: Standard, Deluxe, Premium Deluxe, and Aviator, each with a growing number of aircraft and airports. A special Limited Collector’s Edition offers a range of exclusive memorabilia. The game will be available on PC and Xbox Series X|S, and pre-orders are now live with prices starting at USD 69.99 for the Standard Edition.
MSFS 2024 price range of pre-orders :
- MSFS 2024 Standard pre-order : USD 69.99
- MSFS 2024 Deluxe pre-order : USD 99.99
- MSFS 2024 Premium Deluxe pre-order : USD 129.99
- MSFS 2024 Aviator pre-order : USD 199.99
Note that MSFS 2024 will be also available through Xbox Game Pass subscription, for both Windows PC and Xbox Series X|S users.
Public release date : November 19th 2024
Aircraft Stock in the respective versions of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
Standard Edition (USD 69.99)
- Total Aircraft: 70
- Includes a variety of aircraft, ranging from light planes to commercial jets.
- Highlights:
- De Havilland Canada CL-415 (firefighting aircraft – included with pre-order)
- Cessna 172 Skyhawk
- CubCrafters XCub
- Boeing 747-8i
- Airbus A320neo
Deluxe Edition (USD 99.99)
- Total Aircraft: 80 (includes all from Standard Edition + 10 additional aircraft)
- Additional aircraft:
- Extra light, GA (General Aviation) planes
- More regional aircraft for short-haul flights
- Highlights:
- Diamond DA40 TDI
- Cirrus SR22
Premium Deluxe Edition (USD 129.99)
- Total Aircraft: 95 (includes all from Deluxe Edition + 15 additional aircraft)
- Additional aircraft:
- More commercial and advanced aircraft with highly detailed systems
- Highlights:
- Boeing 787 Dreamliner
- Cessna Citation Longitude
Aviator Edition (USD 199.99)
- Total Aircraft: 125 (includes all from Premium Deluxe Edition + 30 aircraft from Marketplace releases between 2021-2024)
- Includes all previous planes, with 30 additional highly detailed planes from past releases
- Highlights:
- Antonov An-225 Mriya
- Boeing 737 Max 8
- Global SuperTanker (firefighting aircraft)
Each version progressively adds more diverse and complex aircraft, giving players a wider range of flight experiences from small, maneuverable planes to wide-body jets.
