Game overview
X-Plane 12
Ultra-Realistic Flight Simulation
- Last tracked players
- 649
- All-time peak
- 1,573
- 24-hour change
- Unavailable
- Steam reviews
- 83.9% positive 4,290 reviews · via SteamSpy
Delayed observation · last tracked . Values marked unavailable are not estimated.
About this game Read the full description
Since 1995, X-Plane has been at the forefront of flight simulation, continually pushing the boundaries of realism and immersion. X-Plane 12 carries this legacy forward, offering a state-of-the-art simulator that combines real-world physics, unprecedented systems depth, and a true-to-life simulation of the world. Whether you're an aspiring pilot, an aviation enthusiast, or simply seeking an unmatched flying experience, X-Plane 12 is the go-to platform for any aviation fan.
X-Plane 12 takes immersion to new heights with its dramatically improved volumetric clouds and real live weather system. The new volumetric clouds create stunning, dynamic skies that evolve with the weather. Paired with our revamped live weather feature, which updates conditions in real-time based on global meteorological data, every flight feels truly authentic.
X-Plane 12 introduces a new lighting model that transforms the visual experience. With photometric lighting, every surface is rendered with real light intensities, capturing the subtleties of natural light across different times of day and weather conditions. The addition of bloom effects further enhances realism, creating stunning visuals and making every moment feel more vibrant and authentic.
X-Plane 12 redefines environmental realism with its enhanced scenery features. The world comes to life with new 3D trees that sway in the wind, realistic 3D water that reacts naturally to weather, and updated autogen that brings cities and landscapes to vivid detail. Airports are more immersive than ever with fresh textures, moving boats, and over 20,000 3D airports sourced from the X-Plane Gateway, each with unique, community-driven enhancements. Whether flying low over dense forests or landing at a bustling airport, X-Plane 12's scenery creates an unparalleled sense of place and realism.
New Aircraft in X-Plane 12
Airbus A330
Cessna Citation X
BETA Technologies ALIA-250
Lancair Evolution
Cirrus SR22
Piper PA-18 Super Cub
Van's RV-10
F-14 Tomcat
Robinson R22 (plus a floats version)
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Windows
Minimum
Minimum:- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10 or 11
- Processor: Intel Core i3, i5, i7, or i9 CPU with 4 or more cores, or AMD Ryzen 3, 5, 7 or 9.
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: A Vulkan 1.3-capable video card from NVIDIA, AMD or Intel Arc GPU with at least 2 GB VRAM
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 23 GB available space
- VR Support: SteamVR or Oculus PC
- Additional Notes: NVIDIA: GeForce 900 or newer, driver version 510 or newer AMD: AMD Radeon RX 500 or newer, driver version Adrenaline 22.2.1 or newer. Intel: Arc GPUs only
Recommended
Recommended:- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10 or 11
- Processor: Intel Core i5 8600k or Ryzen 5 3500 or better
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: A DirectX 12-capable video card from NVIDIA or AMD with at least 4 GB VRAM
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 23 GB available space
macOS
Minimum
Minimum:- OS: MacOS 12.00 (Monterey) or Newer
- Processor: Intel Core i3, i5, i7, or i9 CPU with 4 or more cores, or AMD Ryzen 3, 5, 7 or 9.
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 500 or newer, driver version Adrenaline 22.2.1 or newer
- Storage: 23 GB available space
Recommended
Recommended:- OS: MacOS 12.00 (Monterey) or Newer
- Processor: Intel Core i5 8600k or Ryzen 5 3500 or better, or Apple Silicon
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: Apple Silicon OR AMD Radeon RX 500 or newer, driver version Adrenaline 22.2.1 or newer
- Storage: 23 GB available space
Linux
Minimum
Minimum:- OS: Varies
- Processor: Intel Core i3, i5, i7, or i9 CPU with 4 or more cores, or AMD Ryzen 3, 5, 7 or 9.
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: A Vulkan 1.3-capable video card from NVIDIA, AMD or Intel Arc GPU with at least 2 GB VRAM
- Storage: 23 GB available space
- Additional Notes: We have developers using Ubuntu 22.04 LTS and newer successfully, however we don’t provide support for specific distributions. We require proprietary GPU drivers. Intel: Arc GPUs only
Recommended
Recommended:- OS: Varies
- Processor: Intel Core i5 8600k or Ryzen 5 3500 or better
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: A DirectX 12-capable video card from NVIDIA or AMD with at least 4 GB VRAM
- Storage: 23 GB available space
- Additional Notes: We have developers using Ubuntu 22.04 LTS and newer successfully, however we don’t provide support for specific distributions. We require proprietary GPU drivers.
Game details Languages, features & support
- Publisher
- Laminar Research
- Brazilian rating
- l
- Steam Germany rating
- 12
- Controller support
- partial
- Features
- Single-player, Multi-player, Co-op, LAN Co-op, Tracked Controller Support, VR Supported, Partial Controller Support, Family Sharing
- Languages
- English*, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Portuguese - Portugal, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Korean, Ukrainian
*languages with full audio support - Website
- Official website ↗
- Support
- Support site ↗
Compatibility & accessibility Steam Deck, controllers & access features
Can I Play This?
Steam declarations and Valve's Steam Deck compatibility result. Missing data is shown as unknown, never unsupported.
Structured language support (11)
| Language | Interface | Full audio | Subtitles |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| French | Yes | No | No |
| Italian | Yes | No | No |
| German | Yes | No | No |
| Spanish - Spain | Yes | No | No |
| Japanese | Yes | No | No |
| Portuguese - Portugal | Yes | No | No |
| Russian | Yes | No | No |
| Simplified Chinese | Yes | No | No |
| Korean | Yes | No | No |
| Ukrainian | Yes | No | No |
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Buy Verdict
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Update Momentum
4 patches and 4 news items in last 180 days. Latest patch effect size: 0.00.
Value Score
Price-to-player ratio ranks in the 100th percentile. Priced as Premium at $59.99.
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