The Microsoft Flight Simulator It has always been an experience that goes beyond just a game. Anyone who gets hooked will sooner or later end up with the next controller upgrade. Jorg Neumann, the mastermind behind the series, confirms this in an interview with XDA and makes a clear statement: Things are finally starting to move on PlayStation.
Microsoft Flight Simulator: Why PlayStation lagged behind
While Xbox players have had access to steering wheel, er, flight stick options from Thrustmaster and other hardware for years, the situation on PlayStation has been bleak so far.There is currently only one device that is not DualSense.“That’s not a tragedy, but it is a problem for a game that only truly blossoms when you’re no longer flailing your thumbs around on a gamepad, but flying with hardware that actually deserves the name.”
The reason is simple: When the Microsoft Flight Simulator When it launched on Xbox, there wasn't much accessory available at first either. That changed because players stuck with it and invested. Thrustmaster and other companies only react when they see it's worthwhile in the long run. And that's exactly where Microsoft is now focusing its efforts.
New controllers for PS5: What's officially confirmed
Neumann says Without further ado: Several flight sticks and other devices for PlayStation are in development. No vague hints, but a clear confirmation. The manufacturers have inquired whether Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 long-term on PlayStation, and Neumann has assured that there will be no “One-and-Done“-Project will be.”
What's missing, however, are concrete models, dates, or features. Typical hardware business. First they talk behind closed doors, then they deliver when everything is secured. It's not elegant, but understandable. Personally, I'm hoping for support from PXNTurtle Beach, Logitech, and Saitek also have interesting options that simply need to be adapted to the PS5 design.
For PlayStation players, this news is more important than it might initially seem. Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Using a real joystick is a huge leap forward. More precise, more immersive, simply closer to the hobby.
With its release next week and the growing market for PS5 peripherals, the platform should finally reach the level that PC and Xbox have enjoyed for years. This will certainly attract new hobby pilots, as the barrier to entry decreases while immersion increases.
Blah blah... it's not a big deal... well... if only the joystick were available, but it isn't. That's how you ruin a launch right from the start. First, the game is only sometimes available (on disc), then there's no joystick. As far as I'm concerned, the developer has two plans... either they've completely botched the launch... meaning they have no plan, or people want the game, so they'll switch to the Xbox... honestly... no way. I made the mistake of buying two hyped, ported games... Forza Horizon – what a load of rubbish – and Flight Simulator 2024... slow, barely playable with a controller. So, no flight simulator then.