Based on the above, you might say we’re just bad at predicting the future, but I think it’s just a testament to how fast-paced the technology and gaming worlds are. The release of MSFS on the Xbox platform has been an undeniable success for growing the market and getting more and more people interested in the hobby and aviation in general.
The writing has also been on the wall for a long time now that Microsoft would be bringing its franchises to other platforms. This will, again, grow the market – perhaps even more significantly than Xbox ever managed. The install base of PS5 is much bigger than Xbox Series, so we should see a massive influx of intrigued gamers looking to fly over their house, visit their local airport, and see what other crazy things they can do.
But once that initial scratch has been itched, will Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 be able to keep players interested and engaged?
It was clear that Microsoft wanted to make the 2024 platform much more engaging to the ‘casual simmer’ through the use of career mode, world photography mode, and the plethora of aircraft. When it was originally released for PC and Xbox a year ago, it felt almost overwhelming.
PlayStation 5 owners will be going into the sim with a year’s worth of additional development time (including the latest Sim Update 4) and a few extra goodies chucked in exclusively for PS5 users.
Many of you reading this will already be flying the simulator, or perhaps gave it a go and returned back to Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020. But the release of MSFS 2024 on PS5 also brings with it the awaited Sim Update 4, which, for PC owners, could be the perfect time to jump back in.
So this review, whilst primarily for those looking to purchase on PS5, will mention any improvements due to SU4, as all platforms will benefit from this massive update.
