Even if Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 wanted to broaden its audience with fun missions to carry out, it nonetheless remains an aviation simulation. The game has tutorials to help beginners get to grips with planes, but one fan shared some simple tips to guide newbies through the game.
A mini-guide to getting started in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
He calls himself Pilot Viking and he gives his advice for getting started smoothly in the game now that the servers are a little more stable than when the title launched.
- 1. Start with single-engine planes. Don't jump into complex jets or planes right away. Try some options like the Cessna 172 or the Piper Cub. These planes are forgiving and great for learning the basics.
- 2. Once you find a plane you like, commit to flying it for at least a month. Practice doing everything from starting the engine cold and in the dark, taxiing, flying under visual flight rules (VFR), and landing. Becoming familiar with your aircraft is essential to gaining confidence.
- 3. Take training seriously. Microsoft Flight Simulator tutorials cover everything from basics to advanced techniques. Don't skip any! Even experienced simmers can refresh their knowledge with these tutorials.
- 4. Start with your city's airport. This makes it easier to recognize landmarks and understand how to navigate using visual references. Get to know your area, surrounding airports and training modes. Once you feel comfortable, expand your scope to new places.
- 5. When you are ready, gradually move on to more complex challenges. Try larger planes, IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) flights, or long-haul flights. The skills you have learned will make the transition easier.
- 6. Invest in peripherals. Whether you're on Xbox or PC, a joystick, throttle, or gamepad will completely transform your experience. If you're serious about realism, a set of rudder pedals is the next step to take.
- 7. Stay patient and enjoy the journey. Flight simulation is about process, not a race to the finish. Celebrate small victories, like your first perfect landing or mastering a bad weather approach.
Here are Pilot Viking's tips for getting started with peace of mind in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. As a simulation game, it is therefore advisable to take your time and not skip the steps, even if the missions offered make you want to discover quite quickly other devices and environments.
Please let us know if you were able to enjoy the game, and what you think of the experience so far. Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is available on Xbox Series X|S and PC as well as Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass.
