With each passing day it seems like there are less and less exclusives between PlayStation and Xbox, and you're about to be able to tick another one off that list.
As confirmed via the PlayStation State of Play, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is coming to the console on 8 December 2025.
The game has been an absolute titan for PC players for decades, with Xbox players able to join the proverbial pilot party in recent years.
The 2024 version of the game is by far the best yet, boasting a far more comprehensive set of features than any to that point.
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The career mode is considerably more comprehensive this time around, with normal commercial flights, as well as specialist pursuits including cargo haulage, firefighting and search and rescue.
The digital version of Earth is also highly detailed and a lot more satisfying to fly around, with many major cities genuinely cool to fly over when you spot specific monuments and iconic areas.
The game also includes some impressive advancements under the hood that drastically alter the way it plays. Each of the vehicles has a body type ranging from soft to rigid that make them very different to take control of.
Weather also plays a big role in how the planes are to pilot, with additional effects including photometric lighting and updated clouds.
There are now several progression systems for the gamers who like to work through something, rather than flying about aimlessly. That sees you earn credits for taking on jobs, which can then be used to purchase additional licenses and specialisations.
Your aircraft will also experience significant wear and tear as you make use of it, and pre-flight checks are actually a bit of a must.
The game is so advanced that it is used by many real-world pilots-in-training, who take advantage of the highly accurate renditions of planes to learn exactly what they'll be up against when they do get out there.
If you get really into it, it's also possible to sign up to dedicated subscription services in which you can talk to qualified air traffic controllers, as you leave airports and come into land. It's one of the most bonkers immersion features you'll ever seen in a video game.
The team also confirmed that PSVR2 is in development, so it shouldn't be too long after the December date that you'll be able to jump in with your headset.
