Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
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MS Flight Sim Adds New Plane That Costs More Than The Game, And It Includes “Waste” Simulation
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 has released a new DLC featuring the Airbus A380, priced at $74.50, which is more expensive than the base game. Developed in partnership with iniBuilds, this "Exclusive Series" addition includes detailed flight deck modeling, interactive systems, and even "potable water and waste simulation."
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Releases Single New Plane DLC That Costs $74.49
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 has released a new downloadable content pack featuring the Airbus A380 for $74.49. This 'Exclusive Series' DLC is available for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5 for a limited three-month period.
Thrustmaster HOTAS Warthog MKII review - still the premium HOTAS to beat
The updated Thrustmaster HOTAS Warthog MKII remains a premium choice for flight simulation enthusiasts, offering excellent build quality and extensive programmability. While it provides a realistic experience, especially for the A-10C replica, the high price point and lack of a twistable Z-axis for rudder control are notable drawbacks. It is recommended as a first purchase or upgrade from simpler controllers, but existing owners of the original HOTAS Warthog will find little reason to upgrade.
Xbox Gamescom 2026 Day Two: 19 Games and Announcements You Need to Know About | Invision Game Community
Xbox's second Gamescom 2026 showcase highlighted a diverse range of upcoming games, emphasizing discovery over blockbuster reveals. The presentation featured new titles like Rogue Fortune, PUBG: DED.NET, Cassette Beasts 2002, and Militsioner, alongside updates for established franchises such as Dune: Awakening, Planet Zoo 2, and Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. Many of these titles will be available on Xbox Game Pass, showcasing the breadth of experiences coming to the Xbox ecosystem.
Evening Reading - August 21, 2026
This is the final full Evening Reading before Gamescom, with the author departing for Germany to cover the event. The article rounds up recent gaming news including Take-Two Interactive's subpoena for the GTA 6 leaker, Marvel's Wolverine going gold, and updates on Call of Duty, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, and Dead by Daylight. It also highlights new game maps, download deals, and a look at the Metal Gear Solid series.
16GB VRAM now Steam's most common spec, as gamers snap up high-end Nvidia and AMD GPUs
Steam's July 2026 hardware survey reveals that 16GB of VRAM is now the most common GPU specification among surveyed users, surpassing 8GB configurations. This trend is driven by the increasing popularity of high-end Nvidia and AMD graphics cards, with specific models like the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (12GB VRAM) remaining popular despite the rise in higher VRAM capacities. While no games currently list 16GB as a minimum requirement, titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 can utilize this much VRAM at max settings.
A Microsoft Flight Simulator Cinderella Story: Building the A220 Airliner
Synaptic Simulations, a team of young developers, has launched their first product, the A220 Airliner, on the Microsoft Flight Simulator Marketplace. This highly anticipated add-on represents a significant achievement for the team, who emerged from the freeware scene to create a complex simulation of a modern jet airliner. The A220 Airliner is available for purchase within Microsoft Flight Simulator.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Peaks at 25,376 Players as the Series’ Weakest Steam Launch Yet
Halo: Campaign Evolved experienced a significantly weaker launch on Steam compared to previous entries like Halo Infinite and Halo: The Master Chief Collection, peaking at 25,376 concurrent players. Despite a mixed reception from users, the game was found to be enjoyable on PlayStation 5, with its performance on the PS5 Pro version being competitive with PC.
XBOX @ gamescom 2026
Xbox will host its presence at gamescom 2026 in Cologne, Germany, celebrating 25 years of Xbox with 25 upcoming games playable across 140 stations. The event will feature hands-on demos for titles like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Gears of War: E-Day, and METRO 2039, alongside community events like Xbox FanFest. For those unable to attend, Xbox will provide live streams on YouTube and Twitch with developer interviews and gameplay reveals.
We All Float On: The Goodyear Blimp is Now Available to Fly in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
The Goodyear Blimp is now flyable in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, allowing players to explore national parks and other locations from a unique aerial perspective. This addition coincides with the game's World Update 22, which focuses on U.S. National Parks. The article includes insights from Goodyear's Chief Pilot Adam Basaran on the experience of flying the blimp both in real life and in the simulation.
Halo’s PlayStation Debut Could Also Be Its Farewell
Microsoft's Xbox division is undergoing a significant strategic shift, moving away from broad multi-platform releases like Halo: Campaign Evolved towards a renewed focus on console exclusivity. This change, spearheaded by CEO Asha Sharma, involves scaling back the Xbox division and potentially canceling unannounced titles, though games already expected on other platforms will proceed. The article analyzes the implications of this shift for future Halo titles and the broader gaming landscape, considering factors like sales, player acquisition, and potential exclusive benefits for Xbox players.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continues
The Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
July is a little light on the big new game releases, but your co-op horror Discord gang will be feastin'
July 2026 will see a lighter release schedule for major new games, with a focus on co-op horror titles and notable remakes like Assassin's Creed Black Flag: Resynced and Halo: Campaign Evolved. The month also includes updates for existing titles such as Palworld, Final Fantasy 14, and Doom: The Dark Ages, alongside various Steam sales and events.
Even with PS5 Ports, Many of Xbox's Games Have Been Underperfoming
An internal memo from Xbox CEO Asha Sharma revealed that the division is operating at a 3% accountability margin, leading to layoffs. Many of Xbox's first-party games, even those with PlayStation 5 ports, have underperformed in sales and Xbox Game Pass engagement, failing to meet expectations.
Xbox Games Showcase 2026: Every Major Reveal, Trailer and Release Date – Part 2 | Invision Game Community
The Xbox Games Showcase 2026 featured numerous reveals, including the long-awaited Persona 6 from ATLUS and Persona 4 Revival with a February 2027 release date. Other major announcements included Metro 2039, Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, Valor Mortis, and Vivarium. The showcase also highlighted immediate availability for Where Winds Meet and new content for Age of Empires IV, The Elder Scrolls Online, Fallout 76, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, and Sea of Thieves.
Njut av samtliga trailers från Xbox Games Showcase
The Xbox Games Showcase featured trailers for numerous upcoming titles, including Fable, State of Decay 3, and a new Spyro game. Several games like Halo, A Plague Tale, and Doom received release date announcements or expansion details, with many new titles slated for 2027.
All Major Xbox Games Showcase 2026 Announcements
The Xbox Games Showcase 2026 featured numerous game announcements and trailers. Highlights include Spyro the Dragon 4, Fable, Gears of War: E-Day, Persona 6, and DOOM: The Dark Ages Revelations DLC, with many titles slated for 2027 releases across multiple platforms.
Everything Shown At Xbox Games Showcase: Gears Of War: E-Day, Fable, Halo, Spyro And More
The Xbox Games Showcase featured numerous game announcements and updates, including Gears of War: E-Day, Fable, Halo: Campaign Evolved, and Persona 6. Several titles were confirmed as Xbox console exclusives, while others are slated for multiplatform releases. The event also highlighted new content for existing games like Sea of Thieves and Fallout 76, alongside special 25th anniversary Xbox hardware.
XBOX Games Showcase 2026 Recap: The Return of Exclusives, World Premieres, and Anniversary Hardware
The XBOX Games Showcase 2026 highlighted numerous upcoming titles, including Gears of War: E-Day, Clockwork Revolution, and Senua, with many confirmed as XBOX console exclusives. The event also celebrated XBOX's 25th anniversary with the announcement of limited edition hardware and revealed new trailers and gameplay for games like Fable, Halo: Campaign Evolved, and Persona 6.
All Your Favourite PS5 Live Service Games Are Getting Big Updates
Microsoft announced several updates for its live service games, many of which are available on PlayStation 5. Updates include 'Raiders of the North' for Age of Empires IV in Fall 2026, 'Return of the Thieves Guild' for The Elder Scrolls Online on July 8th, 'Infestations' for Fallout 76, and 'World Update 22' for Microsoft Flight Simulator on July 4th.
