Xbox Series X Exclusive Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Under Fire from Angry Fans

Xbox Game Studios has faced a tumultuous 2024, with the release of several high-profile titles, including Ara: History Untold, Age of Mythology: Retold, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, Senua's Saga: Hellblade II, and Starfield: Shattered Space. Unfortunately, these games have failed to meet expectations, and the latest exclusive, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, is no exception.

Poor User Reviews Across the Board

Released on November 19, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 has received scathing user reviews across various platforms. On Metacritic, the game has a dismal 4.8 out of 10, based on user reviews. Meanwhile, on Steam, the game boasts a "Mostly Negative" rating, with only 32% of over 5,000 user reviews rating the game positively. This is a stark contrast to the positive reception of its 2020 predecessor on the same platform.

Microsoft Store Reviews Offer No Respite

Even on the Microsoft Store, the game's home turf, user reviews are overwhelmingly negative, with a 2 out of 5-star rating after over 2,000 user reviews. It's clear that users are not impressed with the game's performance.

What's Behind the Negative Reviews?

So, what's driving the negative sentiment around Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024? The main point of contention is the game's use of Cloud streaming to handle assets, which has proven inefficient. Users are also unhappy with changes to the UI, controls, and other aspects of the game. Furthermore, the game is plagued by bugs, suggesting a rushed release.

User Frustration Boils Over

User reviews reflect the frustration and disappointment felt by many players. As one user reviewer put it, "Well this game deserves exactly the kind of reviews it's being flooded with, because it's completely and utterly broken and unplayable." Another reviewer lamented, "It's a shame that they did not have the budget for a QA team. The career mode is extremely frustrating."

A Silver Lining: Post-Launch Updates

While the game's current state is undoubtedly disappointing, it's worth noting that many of the issues can be addressed through post-launch updates. However, as it stands, the game may not be worth the $70 price tag.

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