PC Minimum Requirements Released

[B0ikat]

https://www.engadget.com/microsoft-flig ... 57548.html

"A minimum spec machine requires at least an AMD Ryzen 3 1200 or Intel i5-4460 CPU, both of which are several generations old. You’ll also need either a Radeon RX 570 or NVIDIA GTX 770 GPU with at least 2GB of VRAM, along with 8GB of RAM, a 150GB hard drive and a 5 Mbps connection"

[B0ikat]

I would add that a minimum spec PC would probably mean it will "fly" like a minimum spec PC for FSX: All variables set to minimum value; No AI, Minimal auto gen, minimal weather, etc., and not be acceptable to most users.

[pete]

Would guess the real world scenery stream is really going to test our internet connections. Apart from that probably wait 'n see .... and adjust settings accordingly.

I am personally looking forward to this more than any MSFS ever. & I've been flying computer sims from way back when it was a few dots on a black screen in the pre windows days. Got the Bruce artwick Flight Simulator before Microsoft bought it.

And the ground textures have always been the biggest let down for anyone flying VFR. Flying in a realistic virtual world is just the beginning of something potentially phenomenal.

[Roypcox]

Get info , thanks to both of you!!!

[papituwall]

This will be more clear:

[Bofredrik]

I use FS2004 and like it BUT it would be hard to say no to this new sim...
Thanks for the spec.

[pegger]

My last computer rebuild was done to enjoy FSX. I am anticipating that this new FS release will be the reason for my next computer build.

The only thing I am wanting to know more about, is if they make the SDK open to all. It would be a shame if only payware companies were given access to SDK, and hobbyists were left out of add-on creation. In fact, no public SDK might be the difference between whether or not I buy the new sim.

Fingers crossed!

[fcerven]

My last computer rebuild was done to enjoy FSX. I am anticipating that this new FS release will be the reason for my next computer build.

The only thing I am wanting to know more about, is if they make the SDK open to all. It would be a shame if only payware companies were given access to SDK, and hobbyists were left out of add-on creation. In fact, no public SDK might be the difference between whether or not I buy the new sim.

Fingers crossed!

My situation is similar to yours. A new PC for FSX about 8 years ago and a couple of upgrades since (SSD and rtx 2070 Super) just a week ago. The rest of the PC is waiting for the FS.

I too am wondering about the hobbyists and freeware developers. Does anyone know if any of them have access to the SDK or alpha? Surely telling is not prohibited by the NDA.

If they are not included, My plans for the new FS and PC upgrade may be put on hold.

Hoping for the best,

Fred.

[GunnerMan]

My last computer rebuild was done to enjoy FSX. I am anticipating that this new FS release will be the reason for my next computer build.

The only thing I am wanting to know more about, is if they make the SDK open to all. It would be a shame if only payware companies were given access to SDK, and hobbyists were left out of add-on creation. In fact, no public SDK might be the difference between whether or not I buy the new sim.

Fingers crossed!

My situation is similar to yours. A new PC for FSX about 8 years ago and a couple of upgrades since (SSD and rtx 2070 Super) just a week ago. The rest of the PC is waiting for the FS.

I too am wondering about the hobbyists and freeware developers. Does anyone know if any of them have access to the SDK or alpha? Surely telling is not prohibited by the NDA.

If they are not included, My plans for the new FS and PC upgrade may be put on hold.

Hoping for the best,

Fred.

I am very curious about this too. In general, public SDK's are a thing of the past in the gaming world. I hope FS is different here but I am sure this was no cheap project and I am sure they have talked about ways to continually make money on it. Especially since this is a game that requires MS to maintain infrastructure for. The bandwidth demands on the data storage services will be significant. That said, I think they understand that the hobbyist community in FS plays more of a part than it does in other games.

If I had to guess, I would bet they publish SDK's but I also bet that they make something like the Google Play store so they can at least get a cut from the add-ons.

I am very excited for FS2020 but I will be very very disappointed if they don't have a pretty open system for add-ons.

[Doering]

Every time we see a new update with incredible detail. Photos and videos of the aircraft, scenery, weather, animations etc appear maxed out with incredible resolution. I just hope the sim will run decently on an average computer and we are able to experience this new technology to a level that impresses us like the demos we see.

[villagedefrance]

MSFS so far runs on DX11, so many GPU will be able to run it.
There are no info at this time on DX12 or even DX12 Ultimate.

I have a Ryzen 7 3700X with an RTX2060, 32Gb of DDR4 and SSD. I am also an Alpha tester.
My system is only rated "High End" and it runs fine at 50 fps, but still not 4K quality.
My GPU is pushing hard to achieve this but it is important to remember that the Nvidia drivers are not optimised yet.
However even at this stage the gameplay is smooth enough, even on busy airports and cities.

I think upgrading to the recommended specs will be necessary if you want the full experience.

[Very_Old_Man]

I bought a new PC when FSX came out &
I got hooked on mission building. I have heard nothing to indicate that will be possible. Anyone know?

[cevans]

I have a Ryzen 7 3700X with an RTX2060, 32Gb of DDR4 and SSD. I am also an Alpha tester.

Are you able to tell us the folder structure of MSFS? Similar to FSX or very different?

[Very_Old_Man]

For whatever. When I check my FSX folder with its many addons, it totals 40 GB. So the new one wants 150 GB? Sigh...
I seriously doubt I'l jump for the new offering. I also started in flight sim about FS4 before MS took it over.
I got serious starting with FS 2000.

[wilki64]

I have slightly higher specs than the required minimum stated, and really wish I hadn't bothered . Will put it away till i can affor a decent rig