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Microsoft Flight Simulator 98

by Microsoft·published by Microsoft

17 September 1997Kids to Adults25
PCWindows

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7.4/ 10

18 votes

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About

The "1998" version of the popular Microsoft series. Flight Simulator is aimed at enthusiasts that features 3000 airports and precise recreations of 45 cityscapes. Flight modeling is provided by experts in both military and aerobatic fields. Helicopters and pre-launch planes are among those included.

Many scenarios with full dialogue with the control tower adds a lot of realism to the game. Internet play enhances your flight experience with other human-controlled airplanes. 3D acceleration and MMX technology are supported.

Ways to play

Modes

Single player

Perspective

First personThird person

Game details

Business Model

Commercial

Supported Systems/Models

x86 (32-bit)

Drivers/APIs Supported

Direct3D

Media Type

CD-ROM

Input Devices Supported/Optional

Keyboard, Mouse, Other Input Devices

Controller Types Supported

Analog Joystick

Input Device Features Supported

Force Feedback

Multiplayer Options

Internet, LAN, Modem, Null-modem cable

System requirements

Min. CPU Class Required

Intel i486 DX2

Min. OS Class Required

Windows 95

Min. RAM Required

8 MB

Min. DirectX Version Required

DirectX 5

Min. CD-ROM Drive Speed Required

2X (300 KB/s)

Video Resolutions Supported

640×480

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Also known as

FS 98 — Common abbreviation

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Facts

Developer

Microsoft

Publisher

Microsoft

Released

17 September 1997

Platforms

PCWindows

Age ratings

ESRBKids to AdultsPEGI3USK0 (ohne Altersbeschränkung)ELSPA11+

Standing

Top 100% by want to play

Tags

1st-person3rd-person (Other)Direct controlFlight / aviationVehicle simulator