Flight simulator X-Plane 12 launches in 1.0 December 2022; New trailer

Developer Laminar Research has finally announced a December release window for their flight simulator game X-Plane 12. The game features some breathtaking visuals along with accurate aircraft systems and physics. X-Plane 12 is actually built by pilots and engineers themselves, which is awesome and important for a realistic flight simulation experience. The 1.0 full launch will feature 18 unique aircrafts with scenery from more than 17,000 airports in the world! 

Below are some key features according to the official press release:

• Volumetric 3D Clouds
• Physics-Based Photometric Lighting Model
• 18 Aircrafts – from the Piper Cub to Airbus A330
• Worldwide 3D Water
• Rewritten AI Air Traffic Control System
• Global 3D Forests
• Seasonal Textures and Weather Effects
• Revamped Real Weather Data and Rendering

X-Plane 12 is coming to PC, Mac, and Linux via Steam sometime December 2022. The game is available for purchase in Early Access now for $59.99.

Check out the new trailer below: