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.
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 – Premium Deluxe Edition
- Get it at Amazon – $129.99
- Get it at Best Buy – $129.99
- Get it at GameStop – $129.99
- Get it at Target – $129.99
- Get it at Walmart – $129.99
The Premium Deluxe Edition is by far the most widely available physical edition of the game. It includes the following:
- 95 aircraft
- 160 airports
- Jumbo steelbook case
- Custom pilot’s lanyard with digital game code
- Message from the developer
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 – Limited Collector’s Edition
- Get it at Aerosoft – $259.99
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:
- 95 aircraft
- 160 airports
- Aviator Edition metal box (steelbook) with digital MSFS2024 game code (Premium Deluxe) incl. 30 additional aircraft
- Limited and numbered Herpa metal model airplane of the Antonov An-225 in 1/400 scale with elegant stand
- De Havilland Canada CL-415 as DLC for Microsoft Flight Simulator (2020) (Xbox Gamertag must be entered during the order process in order to receive the airplane afterwards)
- Exclusive flight bag incl. 6 logos to attach
- Exclusive FS 2024 logo pin and key ring
- High-quality lithograph
- Personal letter to the fans from Jorg Neumann
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Will Be on Game Pass on Day One
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.
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 – Digital Editions
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)
- Get it at Xbox Store – $59.99
Deluxe Edition – (80 Aircraft, 155 Airports)
- Get it at Xbox Store – $99.99
Premium Deluxe Edition – (95 Aircraft, 160 Airports)
- Get it at Xbox Store – $129.99
Aviator Edition – (125 Aircraft, 160 Airports)
- Get it at Xbox Store – $199.99
What Is Flight Simulator 2024?
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is the latest installment of an extremely long-running series (it dates back to 1982, if you can believe it). This installment is based on the Asobo Studio engine, which Microsoft says uses cloud computing and machine learning to create the most accurate re-creation of the world yet in the series.
As mentioned above, the new career mode lets you take on all sorts of aeronautical jobs, like aerial firefighting and Medevac, and even Airline Passenger Transport. You can also check into the new Challenge League, where you can participate in competitions like rally races and precision landings and low-altitude challenges.
There’s also a World Photographer mode, in which you travel the globe to take photos of natural wonders and famous landmarks. You can land anywhere in the game and exit the aircraft to explore various biomes filled with real-life flora and fauna.
Check out our in-depth Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 preview for more information.
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