Flight Simulator Games for Home Computers
Flight simulation games are an amazing way to navigate the modern day sky without actually getting into a plane. They are very realistic and are usually available for play online for $25 or less. Trial versions are normally available for download, and users of all ages can play many different versions of the current flight simulation games.
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Microsoft Flight Simulator X
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Microsoft Flight Simulator X is a PC game that offers realistic graphics and interactive missions. The "free flight" version allows you to fly anywhere in the world, including your hometown airport. The game can be played by a variety of ages. A trial is available, which includes visiting two airports, completing two missions and choosing from among three aircraft. The standard edition includes two DVDs, 18 airplanes to choose from, 40 airports, 28 cities and more than 30 structured missions, while the deluxe edition includes the two DVDs, 24 airplanes, 45 airports, 38 cities (in detail), more than 50 missions, a glass panel cockpit and the tower controller.
Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X. PC Game
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Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X. has realistic graphics and pictures throughout the game. The game is set in the future. You can use a variety of weapons and tactics to fight the evil forces of an advanced private military that has attacked the United States. The game is available for PC play as well as for PS3, X360 and Nintendo Wii. H.A.W.X. has multi-play capabilities and can be played cooperatively, which means two players can team up to beat the bad guys. The game is described by reviewers as being nearly perfect and needing only a few minor updates. Otherwise, you can fly 40,000 feet above Earth and kill dozens of enemy planes. A free demo is available online as a trial version.
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USAF
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USAF is described as having some graphical flaws, however, it gets four out of five stars on CNET. USAF has many different plane and game options. Casual fans will have a good time playing this game more than the hardcore players who have become more advanced. There are eight planes the players can choose from, and flights and missions come from Vietnam to recent conflicts and wars of the future.
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