Microsoft Flight Simulator World Update VI provides more detailed scenery in Austria, Germany, and Switzerland, and it’s free.
“Our vision is to continuously improve and expand Microsoft Flight Simulator on a regular basis,” Microsoft’s Jorg Neumann writes. “This month, the virtual world of Microsoft Flight Simulator is getting its next major update by focusing on the marvelous regions of Austria, Germany & Switzerland. Renowned for its glorious mountain ranges, ubiquitous castles, and stunning vistas, this region comes to life with World Update VI.”
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More specifically, World Update VI provides new aerial imagery, high-resolution elevation maps, and several brand-new 3D cities in Germany; Basel, Switzerland, and Graz and Vienna, Austria. And the drastically enhanced visuals include the Alps mountain ranges, over 100 well-known locations, and several airports. There are also new discovery flights, landing challenges, and bush trips.
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