which is a better simulation game? fs2004 or fsX?

Question

i asked this question because there are many people said that flight simulater X is not a good game and it doesnt run well unless you have a very powerfull computer.

Answer 1

I have both. When I loaded FSX, it ran so slowly that I uninstalled it. You need a very powerful computer to run it. With Vista, 2 gig of memory and Directx10, I'm sure the game is fantastic, but until you shell out the big bucks for that, stick with FS2004, which is a great sim.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

I bought FS 2004 right when it came out, and have enjoyed it since then. I also bought FSX right when it came out, and am enjoying that as well. I have actually had every version of Flight Simulator since before Microsoft bought it from SubLogic. But let me tell you my opinion of FS 2004 and FSX...

FS 2004 has very nice graphics, scenery, and aircraft, as well as a new Air Traffic Control (ATC) function which is nice. Microsoft really emphasized scenery in this edition, and they gave up some things in exchange. All elements in the simulation of weather, for example, are about the weather looking pretty. You used to actually be able to use FS as a SIMULATOR and fly in the weather that you wanted, but no longer. This is a big dissapointment for those who like to simulate instrument appoaches to airports at minumum weather conditions. You just cannot simulate that anymore, and this is a flaw. Also, the ATC function is nice, but it has some flaws as far as vectoring aircraft and clearances that are very unrealistic. But all in all, it is better than the 2002 version, and a lot of fun.

FSX improved some things from the 2004 version, but Microsoft really failed on some important things. There are two things about FSX that are really good, which I miss when playing FS 2004. These are, the enhanced visuals, and the missions. Other than those two things, FSX is really quite dissapointing. The missions are great, and I hope we will see many more add-ons. The visuals are quite nice, although they do require a top of the line computer to see them. Microsoft had the opportunity to really make this a great version by fixing the ATC issues and the total lack of weather control. Unfortunately, they chose not to touch either of those. I spoke to a Microsoft representative who told me they "just didn't have the time to fix all those things."

So, in summary, they are both good. The missions in FSX are really worthwhile, but I'm not sure worth $50 just for a few missions and better scenery which you can't even enjoy without a new computer. I look forward to the next edition which will hopefully correct the current flaws.

Answer 4

dont listen to any other reviews, i have both and i know what im talking about.

if you have a computer less than 2 yrs old, buy fsx. it has structured missions, which give you something to play for. In fs2004, all you can do is fly planes. also, half of the fs2004 planes are old skool so if your into commercial jets and stuff, take fsx.

fsx is still new, so they dont have many addons available yet, but more are coming out everyday.

fs2004 is cheaper in the shops, but why save a few dollars when fsx is heaps more fun?

if your into developing aircraft for the game yourself or you want more planes and fun missions, get the deluxe (gold) edition. It has extra planes, higher detailed airports, and nearly double the missions from the standard (blue) edition. Deluxe is about 20-30 dollars more. It includes the software developers kit as well.

Answer 5

FSX is so amazing that i spent 1600 dollars just to get a new computer so i can play it.
If you wanna play FSX to its max, you'd want at least 1 GB of RAM, and a powerful processor suc as an Intel Core 2E or an AMD Athlon 64 X2.
IF you don't have all that fancy stuff, then FS2004 is just as good.
Remember, you can add airplanes and scenery to both.
IF you don't have a very strong computer then i'd definitely recommend FS2004.

Answer 6

FSX is better, however as you stated, you need a pretty powerful computer to run it. I recommend at least core Duo with 2GB ram minimum and at least a 9600GTX video card.

Here are some articles that will help you optimize your system to run FSX better. You may want to consider downloading the free trial as well, so you can see how it will perform on your PC.

http://ops.precisionmanuals.com/wiki/FSX_FPS_Guide

http://members.cox.net/spambait/FSXTweakGuide.pdf

Answer 7

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Answer 8

Without a doubt FSX

Answer 9

Well, FSX does not have good frames, yes. But I like FSX because of the new planes, missions, and enhanced scenery.

Answer 10

fsx