“An Incredible Game”: Microsoft Flight Simulator for Xbox Series X | S Gets High Press Reviews

First estimates of the flight simulator Microsoft Flight Simulator in version for next generation consoles Xbox Series X | S turned out to be very high – the average rating at the time of publication of this article is 92 points out of 100 possible

Journalists note that developers from Asobo Studio created the most advanced game in the genre to date and were able to perfectly adapt it for Microsoft console hardware.

They agree that Microsoft Flight Simulator is definitely not a game for everyone, but it is worth trying, even if you are far from flying simulators. The minor technical disadvantages include some interface elements and adaptation of control for controllers.

At the same time, observers emphasize that Microsoft Flight Simulator is a game in a specific genre that does not try to entertain its audience, so fans of attractions with action and explosions can quickly get bored with it.

“This is a true technological masterpiece that combines the power of the Xbox Series X | S with cloud technology and unique artificial intelligence. The result is a simulator suitable for both hardcore and casual users,” – noted in a review of the publication SomosXbox.

“Microsoft Flight Simulator is worth a try to see how incredible it is. It is an incomparable adventure that constantly surprises and delights. The developers at Asobo Studio have laid the foundation for a platform that will delight both casual players and experts for dozens of hours. on flights, and this is just the beginning, “adds Press Start Australia.

“A technical benchmark. A deep and advanced simulator that offers the opportunity to escape from the familiar world and experience pure joy. Even if flight simulators are not yours, I bet Microsoft Flight Simulator is what you need,” writes Player 2.

All Metacritic scores posted so far:

  • Player 2 – 100
  • Press Start Australia – 100
  • SomosXbox – 98
  • MondoXbox – 95
  • Hobby Consolas – 91
  • IGN Italia – 90
  • Eurogamer Italy – 90
  • Windows Central – 90
  • Everyeye.it – 88
  • Multiplayer.it – 88
  • TheGamer – 80

author GameMAG.ru Evgeny Ivantsov rated the console version of the game at 9 points out of 10 possible. A great overview is available here.

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