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''Microsoft Flight Simulator X'' (abbreviated to ''FSX'') is a 2006 flight simulation computer game originally developed and published by Microsoft for Windows. It is the sequel to ''Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004'' and the tenth and most current installment of the ''Microsoft Flight Simulator'' series, which was first released in 1982. It is built on an upgraded graphics rendering engine, showcasing DirectX 10 features and was marketed by Microsoft as the most important technological milestone in the series to date. ''FSX'' is the first version in the series to be released on DVD media. In December 2012, over six years after its release, the ''FSX'' multiplayer matchmaking system over the GameSpy network was discontinued. On July 9, 2014, Dovetail Games, the developer of ''Train Simulator'', announced that it signed a licensing agreement with Microsoft to continue development on ''FSX'' and the production of new content.〔(【引用サイトリンク】url=http://www.dovetailgames.com/news/2014/jul/9/dovetail-games-licensing-deal-with-microsoft-takes-flight )〕 On December 18, 2014, the ''FSX: Steam Edition'' version of the simulator was made available through digital distribution via Steam. The updated release of ''FSX'' includes support for Windows 8.1 and later, along with updated hosting of ''FSX'' multiplayer features through Steam.〔(【引用サイトリンク】url=http://www.dovetailgames.com/news/2014/dec/9/dovetail-games-clears-microsoft-flight-simulator-x-steam-edition-for-takeoff-on-december-18 )〕 == Overview == ''Flight Simulator X'' marks the tenth version of the popular line of flight simulators. It was officially released to the US market on October 17, 2006. According to Microsoft's Web site for the game, a standard edition features everything from navaids to GPS and airways. It also includes 18 planes, 28 detailed cities, and over 24,000 airports with a deluxe version featuring 24 aircraft, and 38 cities. The player can fly anything from single-engine aircraft to jumbo jets. The game features an immersive air traffic control system and dynamic real-world condition weather. The geography matches the part of the world that the player is flying in. Jetways and ground equipment are also included in the game. ''Flight Simulator X'' was officially unveiled at the 2006 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) as a gaming showcase for Microsoft Windows Vista and is now also compatible with Windows 7, and with Windows 8 via Steam. Microsoft released screenshots as well as a list of frequently asked questions as a press release on Microsoft Flight Simulator Insider,〔(Introducing Microsoft Flight! ) microsoft.com〕 and numerous flight simulator communities. This also included mission-based gameplay with mission specific aircraft as well as an upgraded rendering engine capable of increased detail. Following the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) in May 2006, Microsoft published new screenshots, videos and an official trailer. The overall reaction by the community was quite positive, and the graphical quality of the simulator has greatly increased. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Microsoft Flight Simulator X」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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