Imagine flying all over the world in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, but be ready for a tech-heavy experience.
the game’s specs for different levels of play, and while the basic and recommended setups aren’t too crazy, the top-tier specs are pretty intense. You’ll need something like a 40-series Nvidia GPU with 12GB VRAM and a hefty 64GB of RAM, plus a steady 100Mbps internet connection to enjoy the game at its finest.
Good news though! Thanks to using the cloud, this year’s game will take up way less space on your computer. Instead of the 150GB needed for the last game, you only need 50GB this time. The high RAM and fast internet will make sure all the cool graphics load quickly. Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll need:
Microsoft Flight Simulator PC Requirements
Minimum
- Operating system: Windows 10
- Direct X version: DX12
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 2600X / Intel Core i7-6800K
- GPU: Radeon RX 5700 / GeForce GTX 790
- VRAM: 4GB
- RAM: 16GB
- Storage: 50GB
- Bandwidth: 10 Mbps
Recommended
- Operating system: Windows 10
- Direct X version: DX12
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 2700X / Intel Core i7-10700K
- GPU: Radeon RX 5700 XT / GeForce RTX 2080
- VRAM: 8GB
- RAM: 32GB
- Storage: 50GB
- Bandwidth: 50 Mbps
Ideal
- Operating system: Windows 10
- Direct X version: DX12
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 7900X / Intel i7 14700K
- GPU: Radeon RX 7900 XT / GeForce RTX 4080
- VRAM: 12GB
- RAM: 64GB
- Storage: 50GB
- Bandwidth: 100 Mbps
We love how technology keeps pushing games to new heights.
Launching on November 19, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 will also be available for Xbox Series X|S. A cool new feature is the career mode, where you can try out different aviation jobs like being a private pilot or even a mountain rescue specialist. If you have Game Pass Ultimate, you get it on day one, but there’s also a $130 Premium Deluxe Edition with lots of extra goodies if you want to preorder.
