I read that "Flight" will be more like a game... If Microsoft don't continue to improve their FS towards realism, i'm wondering about whether PMDG could make some aircrafts for other sims like X-Plane or another... Teo Halfen

Dont believe everything you read. We dont know everything about flight. I do think however, there is not enough market for PMDG to do X-plane

Where officially does it even make any hints that Flight will be more like a game? Just cause they dropped the "Simulation" part of the name? (IIRC MS has stated a couple times Flight real retain sim functions) Frankly as long as Flight has a good foundation (software engine) it doesn't matter if Flight was very game like by default, 3rd party developers can do as they wish.

*Refer to last twenty post about this in the past week* I'm more curious to see sales figures for the first week of the NGX's premier.

What we need form Microsoft is new host that will utilize capabilities of our computers. Realism will be provided by PMDG and other addon developers. X-Plane 9.xx is (in my opinion) a little behind FSX, but I it has it's fans for a reason. The other problem is that it's under constant development.

MS Flight is a pure arcade platform where you can buy 3rd party addons via the Live circuit. It is based on DX 9 and DX 10 even if when it will be released ( not before summer 2012 ) DX 12 will be the standard on Windows 8. The graphic of Flight is worst than a decent FSX scenery and yes, it is an arcade game without ATC, Flight Planner and Weather Management because MS will let 3rd party add on sell their products, once MS certified, over the Live circuit. I was almost forgetting, you will be able to play it using Kinetic controller therefore widely opening you arms to fly colored spots in your favourite pc room. Multiplayer will be in, you can fly cartoon-style colored propeller planes over the shining water and the old terrain mesh, quite funny if compared to modern games graphic high quality level. Now below this post you will read several opinions stating that nothing is sure bla bla.....just go on the MS Flight website and get yourself a rough idea and compare the poor graphic with a whatever decent FSX scenery addon. If someone will try to state the opposite just post MS Flight ATC images or videos, same speech for Flight Planner and Weather Management. Other than posting them, those are only dreams driven buy the lack of real flight simulations during last 6 years. Now the good news, PMDG is relasing a gorgeous and classy brand new 737 NG, this is really a masterpiece and everyone agrees even if no one owns it yet <->

X plane in my opinion is rubbish. Sure the flight dynamics are probably more realistic, but still nowhere near to real life, just like FSX. I wouldnt change over to xplane even if someone paid me to.

X plane in my opinion is rubbish. Sure the flight dynamics are probably more realistic, but still nowhere near to real life, just like FSX. I wouldnt change over to xplane even if someone paid me to.

We will have to check X Plane 10. In this developing stage it seems to have some features that seem to be promising.

MS Flight is a pure arcade platform where you can buy 3rd party addons via the Live circuit. It is based on DX 9 and DX 10 even if when it will be released ( not before summer 2012 ) DX 12 will be the standard on Windows 8. The graphic of Flight is worst than a decent FSX scenery and yes, it is an arcade game without ATC, Flight Planner and Weather Management because MS will let 3rd party add on sell their products, once MS certified, over the Live circuit. I was almost forgetting, you will be able to play it using Kinetic controller therefore widely opening you arms to fly colored spots in your favourite pc room. Multiplayer will be in, you can fly cartoon-style colored propeller planes over the shining water and the old terrain mesh, quite funny if compared to modern games graphic high quality level. Now below this post you will read several opinions stating that nothing is sure bla bla.....just go on the MS Flight website and get yourself a rough idea and compare the poor graphic with a whatever decent FSX scenery addon. If someone will try to state the opposite just post MS Flight ATC images or videos, same speech for Flight Planner and Weather Management. Other than posting them, those are only dreams driven buy the lack of real flight simulations during last 6 years. Now the good news, PMDG is relasing a gorgeous and classy brand new 737 NG, this is really a masterpiece and everyone agrees even if no one owns it yet <->

Unless you actually work at Microsoft, I think this is a whole lot of hot air.

Unless you actually work at Microsoft, I think this is a whole lot of hot air.

If I worked for M$ I would have said : " Enjoy the Feeling " ......... but I am a pragmatic man who doesn't believe to marketing and dreams since too much time to get fished by those slogans and those pathetic screenshots and videos unburied from a late' 90 era shelf.

I don't think Flight would come across as a "game" if PMDG released an aircraft for it.... :)

What we should not forget, is that removing the Word "Simulator" clearly shows what kind of People they want to reach with this product.... However Add-ons could make it more Professional, ..Jan Reineke

Not this old chestnut again! Read the ONLY official news and info about MS Flight here... http://www.microsoft.com/games/flight/Anything else is pure speculation (or just plain made up!)

If I worked for M$ I would have said : " Enjoy the Feeling " ......... but I am a pragmatic man who doesn't believe to marketing and dreams since too much time to get fished by those slogans and those pathetic screenshots and videos unburied from a late' 90 era shelf.

To be a pragmatic man doesn't mean that you have the capability to afirm the way MS Flight is being made, at least in technical details, as saying that will be based in DX9 and DX10. ;)

in fact, here is the FAQ from the site..(with the relevent parts highlighted,.... FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSQ:What is "Microsoft Flight?"A:

"Microsoft Flight" is a new PC game from Microsoft Game Studios. The new title will be available on the Games for Windows - LIVE service and will bring a new perspective to the long-standing "Flight Simulator" franchise.

From new game play elements and enhanced scenery and terrain to new aircraft and integrated content marketplace

, it is an entirely new breed of virtual flight. The Games for Windows - LIVE platform sets the stage for all your virtual flight needs while connecting you to a global base of users, content and endless exploration.

Microsoft Flight builds off its heritage of deep, immersive simulation

and is redesigned to make the experience easier for virtual fliers of all interests and skills.

Q:How does “Microsoft Flight” differ from “Flight Simulator?” Why the new name? What’s changed?A:

With “Microsoft Flight” we’re approaching the virtual flight genre from the ground up, with the focus on the universal appeal of the experience of Flight. We believe the simplicity of “Microsoft Flight” perfectly captures that vision while welcoming the millions of existing Flight Simulator fans.

The new “Microsoft Flight” retains the full fidelity simulation longtime fans have come to expect

while offering all players a whole new look and feel, a wide range of new game play and challenges, persistent experiences and social connectivity.

Q:How does Games for Windows – LIVE factor in?A:

Games for Windows – LIVE introduces a new level of connectivity to virtual flight, enhancing both the social and game play experiences of the title. Content is updated virtually. You can fly solo or join an entire global flight community online. You can easily connect with and facilitate flight experiences with your friends. The addition of Games for Windows - LIVE creates an ubiquitous virtual world of flight that offers easy and engaging access to the magic of flight for all.

Q:Who is developing “Microsoft Flight” now that ACES is gone?A:

“Microsoft Flight” is being developed internally at Microsoft by a team that includes many of the same creative minds that helped deliver countless entries in the “Flight Simulator” franchise.

Q:Why did Microsoft shut down ACES Studio last January?A:

Microsoft Game Studios is always evaluating its business model to determine what is best for both gamers and the company. Many factors were considered in the difficult decision to close ACES Studio, but we feel the 2009 closure helped us better align with our goals and long-term development plans. "Microsoft Flight" is being developed by many of the same creative minds that shaped "Microsoft Flight Simulator," and we're excited about delivering a new take on this classic franchise.