Reviews and awards įlight Simulator 2002 won PC Gamer US 's 2001 "Best Simulation" and the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences "Computer Simulation Game of the Year" awards. Internationally, the game received a "Silver" sales award from the Entertainment and Leisure Software Publishers Association (ELSPA), indicating sales of at least 100,000 copies in the United Kingdom. By the end of 2001, the game's domestic sales totaled 130,954 units, for revenues of $9 million. It was absent from the top 20 by November.
In the United States, Flight Simulator 2002 debuted at #12 on NPD Intelect's computer game sales rankings for October 2001, at an average retail price of $70. Microsoft removed World Trade Center (1973–2001) scenery from the game shortly before release due to the September 11 attacks. The external view also featured an inertia effect, inducing an illusion of movement in a realistic physical environment.Īlterations due to September 11 attacks In addition, aircraft feature a 3D virtual cockpit, creating in effect a view of the cockpit from the viewpoint of a real pilot.
An option for a target framerate was added, enabling a cap on the framerate to reduce stutter while performing texture loading and other maintenance tasks. In addition to improved graphics, FS2002 introduced air traffic control (ATC) and artificial intelligence (AI) aircraft enabling users to fly alongside computer controlled aircraft and communicate with airports. A Cessna C172SP Skyhawk above the default Meigs Field Airport in Chicago.įS2002 (8.0) improved vastly over previous versions.
FS2002 (8.0) – Autogen allowed the environment throughout the world to be true to its surroundings.
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