X-Plane AlternativesFlight Simulators & Simulation Games like X-Plane

X-Plane is described as '10 Global is the world’s most comprehensive and powerful flight simulator for personal computers, and it offers the most realistic flight model available' and is a flight simulator in the games category. There are more than 10 games similar to X-Plane for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Android, iPhone, iPad and Linux apps. The best X-Plane alternative is FlightGear, which is both free and Open Source. Other X-Plane like games are Rigs of Rods, Infinite Flight, Microsoft Flight Simulator and Aviassembly.

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  1. FlightGear icon
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    The FlightGear flight simulator project is an open-source, multi-platform, cooperative flight simulator development project. It also simulates space flight in Earth's orbit.

    18 FlightGear alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  2. Rigs of Rods icon
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    Rigs of Rods is an open source vehicle simulator licensed under the GNU General Public License version 3. What makes Rigs of Rods different to most simulators is its unique soft-body physics: vehicles, machines, objects, etc.

    23 Rigs of Rods alternatives

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  3. Enjoy a fully featured flight simulator in the palm of your hands. Infinite Flight offers the most comprehensive flight simulation experience on mobile devices whether you are a curious novice or an accomplished pilot.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
     
  4. Microsoft Flight Simulator immerses you in a beautifully rich and realistic world with dozens of aircraft and interactive Missions for a completely new and innovative gaming experience. Free Flight lets you fly anywhere in the world, from your hometown airport to the most exotic...

    16 Microsoft Flight Simulator alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Steam
    • Xbox
     
  5. Aviassembly icon
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    Build and fly your own airplane! Complete missions to earn money, upgrade your plane, and discover new locations in an open world.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Steam
     
  6. FLY MILITARY AIRCRAFT AND PASSENGER AIRLINERS:

    "Turboprop Flight Simulator" is a 3D airplane simulator game, in which you pilot various types of modern turboprop aircraft, and also drive ground vehicles.

    THE AIRCRAFT:

    • C-400 tactical airlifter - inspired from the r.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
     
  7. Aerofly FS is a one of the most sophisticated Flight Simulators suitable for beginner and professional flight sim pilots alike. Explore the world of flying with extremely detailed and accurately simulated airliners, fully interactive 3D cockpits and realistic aircraft systems.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Mac
    • Android
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Steam
    • Nintendo Switch
    • SteamVR
    • SteamOS
     
  8. Take full control. Test your piloting skills and handle the most critical flight conditions known to man.

    Cope with emergencies and incidents inspired by real life scenarios in a climactic adrenaline rush. Start each engine individually, navigate between the equipment dashboard.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
    • Windows
    • Mac
     
  9. Prepar3D icon
     1 like

    Next Level Training. World class simulation. Be ahead of ready with Prepar3D.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  10. GeoFS icon
     4 likes

    GeoFS is a free, online flight simulator, with global scenery, that runs in your web browser. Whether you are a licensed pilot practicing VFR, an aviation enthusiast or just looking for some fun flying in beautiful landscapes, you can enjoy any of the 20 available aircraft...

    14 GeoFS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • WebGL
     
  11. SimplePlanes icon
     2 likes

    Bring all of the imaginative aircraft you've had in your head to life. Snap parts together to build your airplane's body. Place engines to add thrust. Design the wings and then strap yourself into the pilot's seat and see how it flies.

    20 SimplePlanes alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Steam
     
  12. YS Flight Simulator is a free flight simulator specifically designed for computers without powerful graphics rendering capabilities.

    15 YS Flight Simulator alternatives

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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    YS Flight Simulator vs X-Plane Comments
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    What it offers in here it is a certain basis for a very complete flying development>.

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    • YS Flight Simulator is Free and Open SourceX-Plane is Paid and Proprietary
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