Third-party developers have shared news about additions to Microsoft Flight Simulator, including planes and scenery.
We start with new screenshots for Airbus A330 by Aerosoft shared by a beta tester P Astarte, showing off the tail in a variety of liveries. The plane doesn’t have a release date yet, but it shouldn’t be too far off.
Next we get an announcement of the Bell 222B helicopter Cowan simulation. It will appear soon, and we will see some screenshots of it.
Another announcement comes from Skyline simulations, which decided to work on remarkable landscapes on top of its airports. The first package will be Cincinnati, which is also coming soon.
Speaking of “soon,” we’re learning from Parallel 42 that its Campout add-on is hitting the official market, including the Xbox version of the simulator this week, which usually means Thursday.
This is a very clever addition that allows you to take your hiking gear with you when you fly and once you land somewhere in the bush you can set up your little camp to enjoy the wildlife. It is a highly rated utility among those who like to explore the world Microsoft Flight Simulator and I want small moments of peace and quiet. It even works in multiplayer and includes dogs for those who like to bring a good boy along.
Here’s what he promises:
- Works with ANY aircraft, ANYWHERE
- And also helicopters!
- Built to current MSFS SDK standards
- Optimized for XBOX controller use
- Pack/Unpack button for quick control of nearby items
- Kits allow you to create and save your own campouts for each aircraft
- Persistence of objects worldwide (limited time)
- Eco Credit system for managing “garbage” in the SIM card.
- Intelligent cleaning system(s) to protect SIM performance
- Full product/feature management in SIM
- Over a dozen placeable objects, variations/options if possible
- Wind-responsive objects include tents, portable windbreaks, and smoke containers
- 18 popular dog breeds to choose from and place in the open world.
- 14 winter camping facilities.
- Additional thematic objects will be released.
- Surprisingly pleasant sounds when placing items.
- Special sounds for key objects such as bonfires.
- The sharing system allows you to share campers with friends
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