Flying a plane in the real world seems incredibly stressful. There are seemingly hundreds of buttons you might need to press and a whole new dimension to think about when compared to driving a car. Luckily, if you’re looking to get that thrill from your home’s comfort (and safety), you can play tons of flight simulators. Take to the skies with these 10 best flight simulator games.
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Il-2 Sturmovik: Battle of BodenplatteThe game’s main emphasis is the Battle of Bodenplatte, a massive air operation undertaken by the German Luftwaffe in January 1945. It takes place during the closing stages of the war. The P-47 Thunderbolt, P-51 Mustang, Spitfire, Bf-109, Fw-190, and Me-262 jet fighter are just a few of the numerous aircraft the player can pilot for the Allies or the Axis.
Combat Air Patrol 2: Military Flight SimulatorFor a more modern but equally detailed military flight-sim, Combat Air Patrol 2 has everything you need. It’s a graphically beautiful game and features aerial and naval combat options. It’s also surprisingly approachable in terms of controls and mechanics.
Flyinside Flight SimulatorYou’ll still be “flying inside” your home with this one, but it won’t seem that way. With ten different aircraft and the entirety of the United States, you can see it all in virtual reality with Flyinside Flight Simulator. If you’ve got a VR setup, you’re not going to want to miss this one.
GeoFSGeoFS is a unique game that offers a realistic flying experience, including day and night cycles, dynamic weather conditions, and various airports and runways to take off and land from. It is based on WebGL technology, allowing it to run directly in a web browser without needing
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