Recently, several first-party Xbox titles have been released on the PlayStation 5, and the highly anticipated Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is among the next to arrive on Sony`s console. This latest installment in the renowned flight simulation series is set to launch on PS5 on December 8. The game will be available for purchase, both physically and digitally, at a price of $70, with pre-orders currently open.
Exclusive Pre-order Bonus: Northrop T-38A Talon
Players who pre-order any version of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 on PS5 will receive an exclusive in-game bonus: the Northrop T-38A Talon aircraft, available for immediate use. This pre-order incentive ensures that players can take to the skies in this supersonic jet from the very beginning of their flight simulation experience.
What to Expect from the PS5 Release
For the PlayStation 5 release, players can anticipate the same meticulously rendered world, authentic flight paths, and a wide array of aircraft as seen in the PC and Xbox Series X|S versions of the game. Developer Asobo Studio has implemented numerous substantial updates since its initial release, and the PS5 edition will boast a collection of up to 125 meticulously detailed aircraft. Beyond conventional business jets and ultralights, players can also pilot diverse vehicles such as airships, hot air balloons, rotorcraft, and even fighter jets, offering an unparalleled breadth of aerial experiences.
DualSense Integration and PS VR2 Support
The PS5 version introduces several exclusive features specifically tailored for the DualSense controller to significantly enhance immersion. Adaptive triggers will provide tactile feedback corresponding to varying speeds and ground surfaces, delivering a more realistic sense of control. Air traffic control communications will be transmitted directly through the controller`s built-in speaker, further immersing players in the cockpit experience. Additionally, the game will leverage other DualSense functionalities, including the lightbar, gyroscope, and touchpad, for enriched gameplay. Furthermore, PlayStation VR2 users can look forward to a complete VR experience of the game with a free update scheduled for release in 2026.
Microsoft-Published Titles on PlayStation
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 joins a growing list of Microsoft-published titles making their way to the PS5. Several of these games are already available, including:
- Doom: The Dark Ages (PS5) – $68
- Gears of War: Reloaded (PS5) – $40
- Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Standard Edition (PS5) – $69
- Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Premium Edition (PS5) – $83 (originally $100)
Upcoming releases on the platform include:
- Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 (PS5) – $70 | Releases December 8
- Ninja Gaiden 4 Standard Edition (PS5) – $69 (releases October 21)
- Ninja Gaiden 4 Deluxe Edition (PS5) – $90
- The Outer Worlds 2 Standard Edition (PS5) – $70 (releases October 29)
- The Outer Worlds 2 Premium Edition (PS5) – $99
Additionally, Forza Horizon 6 is confirmed for development on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PS5, targeting a 2026 release window.