During the E3 2019, Microsoft presented many new trailers for games at their press conference. One that many considered insignificant touched its community right in the heart.
What announcement is it about? The trailer for the new version of the Microsoft Flight Simulator was part of Microsoft’s opening at E3 2019. The trailer impresses with stunning graphics. It is said that the images were captured in real-time 4K.
The last title of this flight simulation dates back to 2006. So it has been almost 13 years since then.
Why is this special? Until yesterday, nobody in the community expected a new version of the simulator. Looking at the reactions of the players, Microsoft has done a great job with the surprise.
Because although many expected more from Microsoft’s press conference (like more content on Project Scarlett), this announcement is being celebrated greatly.
In social networks, many players mention that this is “the best announcement of E3 2019”. Some even had tears in their eyes and can hardly believe their luck.
Even though the “current” Microsoft Flight Simulator is from 2006, there is still a passionate community that regularly takes to the skies with the simulator.
According to Steamcharts, on average, over 2,000 players are still playing the Steam version of Microsoft Flight Simulator at the same time. During peak times, it’s 3,500 to 4,000 players simultaneously.
How is the community reacting to the announcement: The trailer currently has 20,715 thumbs up and only 187 thumbs down on YouTube (as of June 10, 3:58 PM). In the comments on YouTube and Reddit, the main sentiment is joy:
- “The flight sim community just completely lost their minds”
- “I am surprised by the announcement, but it is the best announcement!”
- “I have been playing since Flight Simulator 98. This means so much to me. Thank you for bringing back the simulation”
- “Am I the only one who can’t stop watching the trailer?”
- “Best announcement of E3 so far, looks amazing”
- “Oh my god, I think I might cry”
Other players are linking on YouTube and Twitter to the YouTuber Airforceproud95. With his channel he reaches almost a million subscribers, whom he regularly entertains with gameplay videos from the Flight Simulator. Almost everyone in the community has heard his name.
He seems excited about the new version of the Flight Simulator, reacting on Twitter with an emotional GIF.
What is known about the new Flight Simulator? Not much is known about the new game yet. The Microsoft Flight Simulator is set to be released in 2020. Flying will be done with light aircraft as well as large jets. Day and night changes and challenging weather conditions will play a role in gameplay.
The game will be released for PC and Xbox One.
