Microsoft Flight Simulator PS VR2 Support Beta Released, Full Launch Targeted for Next Week
The development team behind Microsoft Flight Simulator has announced that the beta version of Sim Update 5, which includes highly anticipated PlayStation VR2 support, is now available. During a recent developer livestream, Jorg Neumann, Head of MSFS, confirmed that the update has successfully passed Sony certification. However, the team identified two to three critical bugs that must be resolved before the official public release. Consequently, the full rollout is targeted for the week of April 20, 2026. In addition to virtual reality enhancements, Sim Update 5 will introduce the first batch of third-party content to the PlayStation 5 Marketplace, expanding the ecosystem for console users as more add-ons clear quality assurance checks. The update also features a new weather radar system with tilt functionality, improving situational awareness for pilots. This development marks a significant milestone for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 on the PlayStation 5 platform, bringing immersive VR capabilities to a broader audience. Users interested in testing the current beta can access it through specific instructions provided on the official Flight Simulator forums, offering an early look at the optimized VR experience ahead of the stable release.
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Microsoft Flight Simulator PS VR2 Support Beta Released, Full Launch Targeted for Next Week
The development team behind Microsoft Flight Simulator has announced that the beta version of Sim Update 5, which includes highly anticipated PlayStation VR2 support, is now available. During a recent developer livestream, Jorg Neumann, Head of MSFS, confirmed that the update has successfully passed Sony certification. However, the team identified two to three critical bugs that must be resolved before the official public release. Consequently, the full rollout is targeted for the week of April 20, 2026. In addition to virtual reality enhancements, Sim Update 5 will introduce the first batch of third-party content to the PlayStation 5 Marketplace, expanding the ecosystem for console users as more add-ons clear quality assurance checks. The update also features a new weather radar system with tilt functionality, improving situational awareness for pilots. This development marks a significant milestone for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 on the PlayStation 5 platform, bringing immersive VR capabilities to a broader audience. Users interested in testing the current beta can access it through specific instructions provided on the official Flight Simulator forums, offering an early look at the optimized VR experience ahead of the stable release.
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