For Steam users, you’ll need to purchase Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 and download the initial smaller client. You’ll then be asked to sign into your Microsoft account.

Last updated on August 25, 2020 at 6:55 p.m. EDT. General Guides & Information Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 released for PC on August 17, 2020.

The good news is, the new Microsoft Flight Simulator was worth the wait and, starting August 18, you’ll be able to see for yourself.