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Is FSX still supported?

Thirteen years later, the game remains one of the most-played flight simulators and continues to get support despite the original studio being closed.
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Is FSX compatible with Windows 11?

Yes, you can run Microsoft Flight Simulator on Windows 11, on this video you can see it running on a Windows 11 PC.
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Can you use FSX on Windows 10?

As for the Steam version, yes, it is the FSX with the Acceleration expansion pack. As gspectre said their should be no problems running in Windows 10, I have been playing it on steam and from dvd without no issues at all.
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How do I convert FSX to MSFS?

Essentially the process is:
  1. Use PlaneConverter to create your initial package for your FSX aircraft.
  2. Remove all DLL and GAU files from the panel folder.
  3. Ensure all textures are either DDS or 32-bit BMP. ...
  4. Transfer information from original aircraft. ...
  5. Use PlaneConverter to update the package when finished.
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What is the difference between FSX and Steam Edition?

Q: Is FSX Steam Edition a new version of FSX? A: No - it's an updated version with the Multiplayer capability re-instated, but otherwise the Steam Edition is effectively the existing version of FSX available via Steam rather than as a Boxed edition.
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Is FSX Steam better than FSX?

The in-game quality that you'll find with the Steam Edition is the same as FSX, albeit made to run faster and work properly with modern operating systems.
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Is FSX free?

With Amazon FSx for Windows File Server, you pay only for the resources you use and there are no minimum fees or setup charges.
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Does FSX teach you how do you fly?

No. MSFS is game, and it has some value, in thinking about some things but it is NO substitute for learning to fly,, it is a game it is not reality. The body feelings in a real airplane is very very very different.
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Is Msfs based on FSX?

Its definitely not a recreation of the FSX's SDK. Much of the SDK's text is literally exactly word for word as it is in FSX's SDK. Most of Simconnect works almost exactly as it did in FSX.
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Can I transfer Microsoft Flight Simulator to another computer?

To install your game on your new PC simply log into your Microsoft or Steam account and download your game from your library. If your game is up-to-date, Do a backup copy of the Official and Community folders installed on your old system.
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Is FSX fully managed?

As a fully managed service, FSx for Windows File Server eliminates the administrative overhead of setting up and provisioning file servers and storage volumes.
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Is FSX realistic?

With most simulators, you will get the same realism except for the graphics. In some simulators, the graphics will be better, but the controls and general idea of flight would be the same. In FSX, the flight is pretty good.
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What processor is best for FSX?

- A High End Processor is required, preferably an Intel i7 or i9, AMD Ryzen 7 or AMD Ryzen 9 for best gaming performance.
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How do I access FSx from Windows?

You can access your FSx for Windows File Server file system from compute instances in a different VPC, AWS account, or AWS Region from that associated with your file system. To do so, you can use VPC peering or transit gateways.
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Why is Microsoft Flight Simulator not compatible?

The game is not compatible with any Xbox One consoles. It is only compatible with Xbox Series X|S and in regards to your query, yes, you can play the game through cloud gaming which requires you to have an active Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. Also, in addition to cloud gaming is that your region needs to be supported.
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What is the maximum size of FSx for Windows?

Amazon FSx provides storage of up to 64 TB per file system.
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Do pilots play Microsoft Flight Simulator?

Many pilots even polish their skills at home using video games such as Microsoft Flight Simulator. These can be played on various platforms including DOS, Windows, Classic Mac OS, and Xbox One.
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Why is Microsoft Flight Simulator so real?

To create Flight Simulator's high fidelity, Asobo scanned actual airframes, inside and out, relying on an Artec Leo 3D scanner, which provides half-a-millimeter resolution. Gamers see renditions of these actual aircraft, down to scuff marks on windows and nicks on levers.
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What engine does FSX use?

It is built on an upgraded graphics rendering engine, showcasing DirectX 10 features in Windows Vista and was marketed by Microsoft as the most important technological milestone in the series at the time. FSX is the first version in the series to be released on DVD media.
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What is the most realistic flight simulator?

Best Standard Flight Simulators
  • Aerofly FS. Experience realistic flight physics in Aerofly FS. ...
  • GeoFS. Fly to space and back thanks to the Google Earth capabilities with GeoFS. ...
  • FlightGear. ...
  • FlyInside. ...
  • Infinite Flight. ...
  • Microsoft Flight Simulator X. ...
  • Take On Helicopters. ...
  • X-Plane 11.
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Do pilots use Msfs to train?

These devices use state of the art technology, have ultra-realistic 3D scenery and may include genuine aircraft parts in the simulated cockpit, but they can't be used for professional pilot training.
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What flight simulator do pilots use?

The Gleim Virtual Cockpit BATD delivers the ultimate immersive experience, and the Gleim X-Plane Flight Training Course includes every private pilot flight lesson from our FAA-approved syllabus.
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How much RAM does FSX use?

Please restart FSX with different settings..." The task manager showed a total of about 5.5GB in use, with FSX consuming more than half of that - about 3.5GB.
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Why does FSX run out of memory?

OOM (Out of Memory) errors are to do with VAS (Virtual Addressing Space). FSX is a 32bit application which means it is naturally limited to 4GB of VAS. If you exceed that 4GB limit, then you will get an OOM (Out of Memory). For every addon or notch you put your detail sliders up, the more VAS you use.
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