18 - Tales from the Real World - Defying Gravity.. The magic behind Flight Simulator 2020

18 - Tales from the Real World - Defying Gravity.. The magic behind Flight Simulator 2020

December 18, 2020

Have you tried Flight Simulator 2020 and been impressed by how well it maps to the real world? Joined other users in the simulator on a journey and encountered other ’live’ aircrafts, or changing weather conditions? This is powered by the Cloud! Join Chris and Cam as they embark on a journey of discovery, and a quick lap around the skies…

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