With the release of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 (MSFS 2024), Miltech Simulations has shared its comprehensive roadmap and detailed strategy to ensure its catalogue is ready for the new simulator. Here’s everything you need to know about their plans and what to expect from their products moving forward.
Miltech Compatibility and Product Updates
Miltech Simulations has confirmed that its existing catalogue will require updates to ensure full compatibility with MSFS 2024. They’ve emphasized that “sideloading” MSFS 2020 versions into the new simulator does not work correctly, making separate versions for each simulator essential.
Key Points:
Day-One Availability: No official updates will be available on Day One. Miltech Simulations will spend the initial days post-launch testing their products on a reliable and stable build of MSFS 2024 before releasing updates to the public.
Free FS20 to FS24 Updates: Users transitioning from MSFS 2020 to MSFS 2024 will receive all necessary updates for free, ensuring continuity without additional costs. Updates will include the same features as their FS20 counterparts, with potential bug fixes and minor improvements.
Future FS24 Features: Miltech is considering the implementation of MSFS 2024-specific features like career modes, walkarounds, and external checklist items. These additions will depend on demand and the complexity of the features.
Native FS24 V2 Updates: Aircraft products rebuilt natively for MSFS 2024—integrating new features, improved systems, and enhanced 3D models—are under consideration. However, these updates may involve an additional upgrade fee.
Miltech Roadmap Overview
The following milestones outline Miltech’s release and update plans for their catalogue:
| November 19, 2024 | The highly anticipated Microsoft-Miltech C-17 Globemaster III is now available for MSFS 2024. |
| November 21, 2024 | MSFS 2020 Supercarrier Pro update begins. This will address pending bugs while preparing for its MSFS 2024 conversion. |
| By November 30, 2024 | Miltech CH47D FS24 Update: Pending release and ongoing conversion. C-17 Globemaster First Update: Undergoing quality assurance review before its release. |
| By December 10, 2024 | Miltech MV-22 FS24 Update: Conversion in progress. Supercarrier Pro FS24 Update: Conversion ongoing for seamless compatibility. |
| By December 20, 2024 | UK Carrier Strike FS24 Update: Conversion required, currently not started. Other Products FS24 Updates: Conversion required for other aircraft and carrier products. |
| Around December 25, 2024 | New Product Announcement: Miltech plans to reveal an unannounced aircraft for both FS20 and FS24. 2025: |
Key Product Insights
They have outlined several considerations and updates for their MSFS 2024 strategy:
Pricing Adjustments: Price drops and adjustments may occur on older FS20 products as FS24 updates are introduced.
Product Rentals: Miltech plans to offer rentals for selected products but has no plans to provide free trials.
Streaming Limitations: They caution users about potential issues with FS24’s streaming content feature and recommend full downloads from the MSFS Marketplace for all carrier and aircraft products.
Discontinued Products: The George W. Bush and USS Lexington carrier products will not receive FS24 updates and are officially discontinued.
A Note on FS24-Specific Features
While they acknowledge the new opportunities presented by MSFS 2024, such as career modes and enhanced interactivity, these features will be evaluated post-launch based on community feedback and technical feasibility. The introduction of native FS24 V2 updates marks their commitment to leveraging the full potential of the simulator while maintaining flexibility for users still on MSFS 2020.
Looking Ahead
With a strong roadmap and a thoughtful approach to compatibility, Miltech Simulations is well-prepared to adapt its catalogue for MSFS 2024 while delivering free updates and exciting new content. Whether you’re exploring the skies in their C-17 Globemaster or awaiting the release of future aircraft, Miltech remains committed to enhancing the flight simulation experience.
For the latest updates, keep an eye on Miltech Simulations and their dedicated support channels. The skies are waiting!
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