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Microsoft confirmed a PlayStation 5 release window: Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 will reach PS5 on December 8, 2025 — bringing the high-end sim to more consoles. This matters because PS5 players get access to the same large world, new career modes and updates that PC and Xbox players have had.
Microsoft Flight Simulator PS5 December 8 release: quick facts
- Release date: Dec. 8, 2025 (PS5).
- Platforms already: Windows and Xbox Series X/S.
How PS5 players will play: controls, settings and performance
Sony’s DualSense support, tailored settings, and controller mapping will be key for console pilots. Expect presets for graphics vs. frame rate and controller-friendly assists so new players can enjoy the game without a yoke or joystick. (No claims about exact PS5 settings until publisher patch notes appear.)
Cross-save, updates and multiplayer expectations
Microsoft has patched the sim often on PC/Xbox; PS5 will likely get parity updates over time. Multiplayer features are central to the sim community, so expect progressive parity rather than day-one feature equality.
Writer note: I checked publisher pages and current platform listings before writing. Specs and exact PS5 performance settings will be updated once official patch notes are posted.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 release on PS5?
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is scheduled to release on PlayStation 5 on December 8, 2025.
Will Microsoft Flight Simulator PS5 include multiplayer?
Yes — multiplayer is a core feature of Microsoft Flight Simulator across platforms; PS5 should get multiplayer support with parity over time.
Can I transfer saves from PC or Xbox to PS5?
Cross-platform save policies vary; Microsoft has supported cloud features before, but full cross-save between PC/Xbox and PS5 is not guaranteed at launch.