Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is set to release for Xbox Series X|S and PC on November 19. The biggest new addition in this installment is a career mode, which lets you create a character and start working from any airport in the world. You can complete certifications for Medevac, Remote Cargo Ops, Aerial Firefighting, Search & Rescue, and more. All told, Flight Sim 2024 comes in two physical editions and four digital editions this time around (see it at Amazon). Read on for full details about what comes in each, as well as pricing.
One quick note before we dive in: Below, you'll find the number of aircraft and airports that are included in each edition. To see specifically which aircrafts are included, check out this image from the official website.
The Premium Deluxe Edition is by far the most widely available physical edition of the game. It includes the following:
If you want the most exclusive (and priciest) edition, the limited collector’s edition is the one for you. Exclusive to the Aerosoft Store, it comes with everything included in the premium deluxe edition, plus some extras. Here’s what you get, per the listing:
Use code: ULTIMATE
If you just want to play the game without spending a lot of money, Game Pass may be your best bet. The standard edition of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 will be available for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members and PC Game Pass members on day one (November 19). And the cheapest place to get Game Pass Ultimate right now is at Woot.
Otherwise, if you'd like to purchase a digital edition, you can do so at links below. Note that it's also going up for preorder on Steam on September 26.
Standard Edition - (70 Aircraft, 150 Airports)
Deluxe Edition - (80 Aircraft, 155 Airports)
Premium Deluxe Edition - (95 Aircraft, 160 Airports)
Aviator Edition - (125 Aircraft, 160 Airports)
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