| Microsoft Flight Simulator 2.0 | |
|---|---|
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| Developer(s) | Sublogic |
| Publisher(s) | Microsoft |
| Designer(s) | Bruce Artwick |
| Series | Microsoft Flight Simulator |
| Platform(s) | IBM PC,IBM PCjr,PC AT,IBM PC Convertible,MS-DOS,IBM PS/2 |
| Release | May 1984; 41 years ago (1984-05) |
| Genre(s) | Amateur flight simulation |
| Mode(s) | Single-player |
Microsoft Flight Simulator, commonly known asMicrosoft Flight Simulator 2.0 orFS2, is aflight simulatorvideo game. It was released in 1984[1] for theIBM PC as aself-booting disk.
In May 1984,Microsoft released their version 2 (v2.10)[1] forIBM PCs. This version made small improvements to the original version, including the graphics and a more precise simulation in general. It addedjoystick andmouse input, as well as support forRGB (4-colorCGA graphics) and composite monitors[2] andIBM PCjr.
The new simulator expanded the scenery coverage to include a model of the entireUnited States,[2] although the airports were limited to the same areas featured inthe originalMicrosoft Flight Simulator.
Version 2.10a,[1] released in August 1984, addedPC AT support and minor bug corrections.
Later versions (2.11,[1] unreleased and v2.12,[1][3] released in April 1985) fixed a no color problem on PCjr graphics, addingHercules graphics andEGA support.
Version 2.13,[1] released in August 1986, added support forIBM PC Convertible, enhanced keyboard,3.5" inch floppy drives,MS-DOS 3.2 and laptopLCD displays.
Version 2.14,[1] released in June 1987 broughtIBM PS/2 support.
Over the next year or two, compatibility withSublogic Scenery Disks was provided, gradually covering the whole U.S. (includingHawaii),Japan, and part ofEurope.
David Florance forCompute! said "shortcomings are easily outweighed by the sheer delight this program brings."[4]
Jason Durbin forPC World said of v. 2.13 "for the timid types who wouldn't be caught living or dead at 10,000 feet,Microsoft Flight Simulator is an excellent way to enjoy the thrill of flight vicariously."[2]
Dick Aarons forPC Magazine said "I've found that the peaceful world of flying in the Microsoft Flight Simulator can provide hours of realistic flying fun."[5]
Microsoft Flight Simulator, Version 2.0 was reviewed in 1989 inDragon #142 by Hartley, Patricia, and Kirk Lesser in "The Role of Computers" column. The reviewers gave the game 5 out of 5 stars.[6]
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