Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Faces Widespread Issues After Overwhelmed Launch

Server overload and missing content have rendered the game nearly unplayable for many players since its release earlier this week.

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 launched on Tuesday but has been plagued by severe accessibility and performance issues, including crashes, long load times, and missing in-game content.
The game's servers were stress-tested with 200,000 simulated users before launch, but actual player numbers far exceeded expectations, overwhelming the infrastructure.
Microsoft and developer Asobo Studio have increased server capacity and are working continuously to address the problems but have not provided a timeline for full resolution.
The issues have led to an 'overwhelmingly negative' rating on Steam, with many players expressing frustration over the unplayable state of the game.
Microsoft has apologized to the community and acknowledged the launch fell short of expectations, promising ongoing efforts to restore functionality and stability.