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Microsoft Flight Simulator

Microsoft Flight Simulator is an aviation simulation video game created by Asobo Studio for PC and Xbox consoles. This robust simulation game provides realistic re-creations of the Earth, allowing players to pick from several planes, jets, helicopters, and more as they experience the pilot experience in comfortable or challenging weather, with expansion packs providing even more fascinating aircraft - such as various vehicles from the Halo franchise.

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Microsoft Flight Simulator
Flight Simulator
9/10
Top Critic Avg: 92/100 Critics Rec: 98%
Released
August 18, 2020
ESRB
E For Everyone
Developer(s)
Asobo Studio
Publisher(s)
Xbox Game Studios
Engine
ACE Engine

Franchise
Microsoft Flight Simulator
Platform(s)
PC, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S
How Long To Beat
37 Hours

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