2012-01-04
- Press Release
January 4th, 2012 – Microsoft Flight Takes
to the Skies Today, Microsoft Studios premiered
Microsoft Flight, a PC game that lets players jump into
the challenge, fun, and freedom of flight. Microsoft
Flight will be available as a free download this spring,
giving players the freedom to fly the skies over the
beautiful Big Island of Hawaii, complete a variety of
exciting missions, test their skills in flying challenges,
or find hidden aerocaches on the island.
In Microsoft Flight, players view the world from above
in a visually stunning and realistic representation
of the earth, complete with region-specific weather
patterns, foliage, terrain and landmarks. Players can
choose to take the helm using highly rendered, accurate
cockpits and authentic piloting procedures, or simply
use their mouse and keyboard to control the plane in
an exterior view. More experienced players can tailor
the flight controls to match their skill level, making
Microsoft Flight easy for beginners while still challenging
for the most accomplished PC pilots.
“Many people dream of flying, but few have the
chance to experience the fun of exploring the world
from above. Microsoft Flight provides players the opportunity
to explore that curiosity and interest,” said
Joshua Howard, executive producer of Microsoft Flight.
“Aviation can be incredibly technical, but we’ve
taken great care to build an experience that makes taking
to the skies thrilling and accessible for everyone.”
Start Exploring For Free
After downloading Microsoft Flight for free,
players can jump into hours of exciting gameplay on
the Big Island of Hawaii. In addition, players who sign
in to their Games for Windows – LIVE account automatically
receive additional free content, including the legendary
Boeing Stearman plane, supplementary missions, and access
to Achievements and an Online Pilot Profile. Those looking
to deepen their experience can purchase and download
additional content that adds new aircraft, regions and
customization options. The frequently released new content
for Microsoft Flight includes daily aerocache challenges
and updates that make every flight unique and fun.
Be the First to Fly the Definitive Light Sport
Aircraft ICON A5
Microsoft Studios worked with the personal airplane
manufacturing team at ICON Aircraft to give aviation
fans the exclusive opportunity to fly the all-new ICON
A5 before real-world production starts at the end of
2012. Designed by the world-class aeronautical engineers
behind the Voyager spaceship, X-Prize winning SpaceShipOne,
and Virgin Galatic’s SpaceShipTwo, the ICON A5
is the “jet ski for the skies,” a high-wing
amphibious monoplane with a carbon fiber airframe and
a comfortable, automobile-inspired cockpit with space
for two. The ICON A5 will be the first aircraft available
to players for free in Microsoft Flight.
“ICON Aircraft and Microsoft Flight both share
the goal of making the fun of flying accessible to everyone
who’s ever dreamed about it. ICON does this by
fusing world-class product design with the very best
engineering, and Microsoft by combining the excitement
of a great gaming experience with the authenticity of
a top notch flight simulator,” said ICON Aircraft
CEO Kirk Hawkins.
Be the First to Experience Microsoft Flight
Today the team behind Microsoft Flight released an
exclusive video that features all-new footage of Microsoft
Flight. To view it, click on the 'Video' tab.
Additionally, sign-ups for beta are still open! Be among
the first to try Microsoft Flight by applying for the
closed beta at:
https://connect.microsoft.com/site1134/InvitationUse.aspx?ProgramID=6087&InvitationID=FLY-BRQX-BXTB.
The voyage continues at this year’s
Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas from January
10 – 13. Those that attend will have
the chance to play Microsoft Flight before
it releases this spring at the Microsoft booth, located
in the Central Hall.
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