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Mon, Jan 09, 2012

'Microsoft Flight' To Debut In Spring

Five Years After FSX, New Version Will Be Free Download

It's been over five years since Microsoft introduced Flight Simulator X (as in "ten"), and it was a breakthrough in fidelity, capabilities and ease of use. In 2009, the team which developed it was let go, and it looked like "X" might be the end of the line for the popular series. But in August of 2010 the new Microsoft Flight was announced, and it debuted on Wednesday - as a free product.

The company says Microsoft Flight (still available only for PC) will be available as a free download this spring, giving players the freedom to fly the skies over Hawaii, complete a variety of exciting missions, test their skills in flying challenges, or find hidden aerocaches on the island.

Players who sign in to their Games for Windows – LIVE accounts will automatically receive additional free content, including a virtual Boeing Stearman, supplementary missions, and access to Achievements and an Online Pilot Profile. You can also purchase and download new aircraft, regions and customization options.

Microsoft Studios says it worked with the personal airplane manufacturing team at ICON Aircraft to give aviation fans the exclusive opportunity to fly the all-new ICON A5 before real-world production starts at the end of 2012. The A5 will be the first aircraft available to players free.

An exact release date has not been released. Microsoft is still accepting Beta testers, if you don't want to wait for the official release.

FMI: www.microsoft.com/games/fsinsider/ ; Beta Invitation

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