Matt Brown was formerly a Windows Central's Senior Editor, Xbox & PC, at Future. Following over seven years of professional consumer technology and gaming coverage, he’s focused on the world of Microsoft's gaming efforts. You can follow him on Twitter @mattjbrown.
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This is the full list of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 handcrafted airports so far, including their required editions, and where to find them.

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Microsoft has announced its Xbox FY21 Q4 earnings, with revenue up 11%, though content and services slumped compared to a record-breaking quarter in 2020.

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Explore the full list of aircraft included out of the box with Microsoft Flight Simulator.

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Microsoft Flight Simulator skips Xbox One for Xbox Series X|S exclusivity, but there could be hope for Xbox One players in the future.

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Microsoft Flight Simulator has launched on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, with a surprise day-one patch now rolling out to players before departure.

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Here’s what time Microsoft Flight Simulator launches on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, plus everything you need to know about the big launch on July 27.

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Microsoft Flight Simulator on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S serves as an impressive technical showcase, with impressive results, especially on the $299 console.

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Electronic Arts has unveiled Battlefield Portal, a supplementary sandbox for Battlefield 2042, with returning maps and weapons from Battlefield 1942, Battlefield: Bad Company 2, and Battlefield 3.

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A complete list of Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S Optimized games, including their plans to support 4K resolution, HDR, high FPS gameplay, ray tracing, and more.

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With the ID@Xbox program surpassing $2 billion in revenue, Agostino Simonetta talks about his departure from Microsoft, and what he brings to the indie scene at Thunderful Games.

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Microsoft has announced an Xbox Series X-themed mini fridge set to ship this holiday, and it's coming to more places than just the US.

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Microsoft has revived its Xbox Design Lab program, with custom Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S controllers now available.

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Here's what we know about Windows 11 pricing, including current plans to deliver a free upgrade.

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Turtle Beach has unveiled its VelocityOne flight control system, a new controller ideal for the upcoming Microsoft Flight Simulator Xbox launch.

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Microsoft has set expectations for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S performance on its upcoming Microsoft Flight Simulator release.

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NVIDIA G-Sync is finally here for 4K TVs, aiming to eliminate screen tearing and keep your PC games running smooth. We’ve rounded up the best G-Sync-compatible TVs, and which are best suited for you.

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Microsoft has announced new details around Halo Infinite progression, including a paid battle pass to accompanying its free-to-play model.

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Forza Horizon 5 is the largest and more in-depth Forza yet, coupled with some neat touches, including retractable convertible roofs.

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Microsoft has detailed planned performance targets for Forza Horizon 5 on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, ahead of its launch this fall.

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Microsoft Flight Simulator has finally scored an Xbox release date, headed to console on June 15.

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Microsoft Flight Simulator hits Xbox Series X|S consoles this July, with the company teasing new console-ready flight gear set to be announced soon.

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Forza Horizon 5 is headed to PC later this year and we've already received our first look at minimum PC requirements before launch.

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Microsoft has announced a variety of new titles headed to Xbox Game Pass, including various Bethesda classics, and the complete Fallout series to date.
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