Microsoft Flight Simulator X Standard DVD :: Education by Design Store

Customer Reviews

I dont get it!

2008-09-14
I installed it; that wasnt the problem.After plying it once without closing the game it was awesome! When trying to re-opened it I ran into trouble.It will say click this if you want run and/or install the game. I do that.The CD runs for a minute but nothing happens.SOMEONE HELP ME!!SOS!!!

CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION

2008-08-31
do not buy this product unless you have a super powerful computer.. I have an average pc and the program ran but it was very slow. Took 2 hours to install and about 10 minutes to load each game.. I played it for about an hour then uninstalled it and threw the whole game in the trash.. What a complete waste of time and money.. I think there should be an option to install fewer cites, i am only interested in the US, but still have to install the entire world.. very very very disappointed.

best sim yet

2008-07-30
Wanna have great entertainment? great images,scenery,very realistic flying, then this is the one, worth every penny, i added the accelerator, and have a ton or realistic airplanes to fly, the missions are professionally done keeping you involved in flying,with surprises, better be on your toes, you will be challenged, have shown sim.X to friends they have ordered and are now flying,it fits well into the computer in size and speed, am using logitek extreme 3d pro, joy stick, really enjoy the hat switch to look around inside cockpit as well as outside, if you are looking for (no Brainer, entertainment) this is the one.

My Favorite Game

2008-07-10
I think Flight Simulator X the greates game product in the market because is very realistic. The Multiplayers is amazing. But the connection with GameSpy is the only problem. Thanks. If you want to buy this product at a low price and the cd's in exellent condiitions. Please visit my inventory.

no install

2008-05-31
I purchased this game being very excited to play it. Little did I know that it was such a hard thing to install. When I put it in the DVD slot in my hard drive it did nothing, it just spun like it was going to do something. I don't want to take it back because that is what I spent all of my MONEY ON!. I would recomend this game to any one who wouldn't like to play FSX but would like to play THE INSTALL GAME.

I am so UPSET .

Great sim but.. . .

2008-05-19
Flight Simulator X will awe flight simulator fans and real pilots alike. All-new eye-popping graphics, actual missions to accomplish and a wider range of airports to visit recreate the experience of being a pilot, right down to the smallest detail. Complete point-to-point objectives and skill-based tests, or just fly around the world if you'd prefer that to ferrying passengers or cargo. Whatever you choose to do as a pilot, it's available here in Flight Simulator X Standard.

Great upgrade, but lacking in airfcraft selection

2008-04-09
I have been an avid flight simulation fan since Flight Sim 2000, and Microsoft's latest upgrade did not disappoint. I will preface my statement, however, by stating that my experiences may have been somewhat atypical given many of the responses here! I did initially experience disappointing graphical performance, but those problems were quickly rectified by installing Service Pack 1, available online at Microsoft's website; after making some very minor graphics adjustments, everything ran smoothly and I have had no problems since.

I continue to be absolutely blown away by the quality of the graphics; animation at the airports (i.e. fuel vehicles, moving jetaways) as well as the addition of traffic on most major highways are two of the most noticeable changes in this version, significantly boosting the realism factor. The quality of the landscapes, both urban and rural, has improved considerably; highly accurate depictions of even more city skylines are now standard to the game, and water textures have also improved dramatically since the last version. For newbies (and even experienced folks wishing to brush up on things) the tutorials are fun and highly effective, and the game has less of a learning curve than one might expect.

To me, the major detriment is the lack of aircraft variety. I am not certain which aircraft come standard with the Deluxe version, but I was a bit surprised to see that Microsoft decided to cut the Boeing 777 from this release. Mid-to-long range aircraft such as the Boeing 767 or the Airbus A330 are also noticeably lacking; there are simply relatively short-range jets such as the A320 and Boeing 737, and then the Boeing 747 on the other end of the spectrum. For people such as me who mostly fly between large city airports and/or enjoy international-intercontinental flights, this is a bit of a detriment. It would also have been great to see the A380 as standard in the game, but I suppose that will have to await future releases. But all in all, I would highly recommend this game as a source of many hours of great entertainment; something truly never gets old about watching the contours of the Rocky Mountains during the landing on a San Francisco - Denver flight, or watching the sun slowly rise and cast brilliant iridescent colors over the Atlantic Ocean on a Miami - Paris flight. Great game!!

Prepare for takeoff!

2008-02-13
I got into flight simulator way back when FS95 was born. The graphics were nearly unbearable but god I loved that game. Now were up to FSX which is so unbelievably advanced its nearly unreal. The graphics are gorgeous and the real world landscapes and weather conditions are fantastic. I flew a cessna out of our hometown airport last night right in the midst of the snow storm we were experiencing! How cool is that?

Be cautioned that this game requires some HEFTY graphics cards to be able to take full advantage of its splendor. I will be replacing my ATI 2600 PRO for a Geforce 8600 GT so I can get the full effect, but its a worthwhile upgrade! Just dont get on here and complain if your graphics card is to sucky to enjoy the game. Its your own fault for not doing your homeword before buying!

FSX

2008-02-08
I thought it was a great new addition to the lineup. Looked great. would reccomend a graphics card higher than 256mb though.

the best

2008-01-28
Realism is very good and the ATC feature is great. Flying IFR hasn't been as realistic as it is now.
Great product