Summary
- Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 was released on November 19 to "Overwhelmingly Negative" reviews on Steam.
- Players report lengthy queues, server issues, and glitches.
- The developers are working to resolve the issues, but the launch has been a letdown for many eager fans.
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 has been released to “Overwhelmingly Negative” reviews on Steam. Despite being hyped as one of the most exciting games for fans of the flight simulation genre, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is currently facing several game-breaking issues, disappointing most gamers trying to play the new title.
Microsoft Flight Simulator is one of the oldest gaming franchises, with the first game in the series being released in 1982. Over a dozen entries have been released over the last four decades, and games such as the 2020 version of Microsoft Flight Simulator are often considered among the best flight simulation games of all time. Due to this history, the release of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 on November 19 was eagerly awaited by countless fans of the genre.
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Unfortunately, gamers were met with a very disappointing launch, and Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 currently boasts an “Overwhelmingly Negative” score on Steam, with only 17% of all gamers giving the title positive marks. As stated by many reviewers, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 launched with major game-breaking problems. Reports include long queues of over 30 minutes to play and server issues, such as the game being stuck at 97% while loading. Gamers who were actually able to play have also reported that Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 has very intensive GPU utilization and one aircraft is missing from their library. The server problems appear to be the same on Xbox consoles.
Countless Fans Are Unable to Play Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
Due to these issues, Microsoft Flight Simulator’s head Jorg Neumann, and developer Asobo Studio’s CEO Sebastian Wloch recently released a “Launch Day Update” video, apologizing to the community and explaining the situation. According to them, the studio acknowledges the issues and is currently working to solve them. Problems such as the long queues have been caused by the server cache struggling to keep up with high demand. Before launch, the developers tested the servers with up to 200,000 users, but the numbers have proven to be much higher at release.
It’s certainly disappointing for fans to see such an eagerly awaited Xbox console exclusive failing at launch. Hopefully, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 will solve the most pressing server issues and allow gamers to play without problems soon.
Luckily, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is not the only Microsoft console exclusive just hitting the market, with the other high-profile title released this month seems to be faring much better. STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl has been receiving positive reviews, with its immersive and seamless open world being praised by most critics.
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 76 /100 Critics Rec: 68%
- Released
- November 19, 2024
- ESRB
- Everyone / Users Interact, In-Game Purchases
- Developer(s)
- Asobo Studio
- Publisher(s)
- Xbox Game Studios
WHERE TO PLAY
Explore the world with our largest fleet of aircraft and take simulation to new heights while pursuing your aviation career within Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.
Launch your aviation Career wherever you choose in the world. Gain experience, build your reputation, and complete certifications to gain access to authentic aviation activities ranging from Medevac, Remote Cargo Ops, Aerial Firefighting, Search & Rescue and more, all the way to becoming an Airline Passenger Transport Pilot. Set out on a truly global aviation adventure with virtually unlimited missions across the planet.
Compete against other pilots in the all-new Challenge League mode or hone your skills in dozens of Activities ranging from exciting Rally Races and Precision Landings to Low-Altitude challenges and more. Fly head-to-head in the iconic Red Bull Air Races and the legendary Reno Air Races, including the new Roswell courses.
Be a World Photographer and travel across our beautiful planet to capture awe-inspiring natural vistas, visit famous landmarks, and record these adventures with pictures in your travel book. Unique photo challenges test your creative eye along with your piloting skills while you strive to capture the perfect moment.
- Engine
- Asobo's
- Franchise
- Microsoft Flight Simulator
- Platform(s)
- Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PlayStation 5, PlayStation VR2, PC
- Genre(s)
- Flight Simulator
