Microsoft Flight Simulator guide: How to choose the best
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In Microsoft Flight Simulator, the ways you can play the game can feel as complicated as flying a real plane. In this buying guide, we’ll help you decide if you want to play this game with a controller or if you should buy a dedicated flight stick.
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This 100-page special magazine from the team behind PC Pilot features a collection of tutorials, articles and features to create the definitive and
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PC Pilot Magazine Microsoft's Flight Simulator: The Essential Guide 2015 Special Issue
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