RealFlight 9.5S

84%
Game Brain Score Based on 405 reviews
  • graphics
  • optimization
  • stability
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RealFlight 9.5S is the latest edition of the premier RC flight simulator, offering unmatched realism with its RealPhysics engine. This version includes new aircraft from brands like E-flite, HobbyZone, Hangar 9, and Blade, now featuring the E-flite DRACO 2.0m. Practice your skills in a true-to-life digital environment for safer and more confident flights.

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  • Windows
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84%
Audience ScoreBased on 405 reviews
graphics12 positive mentions
stability7 negative mentions
  • RealFlight 9.5S is an excellent simulator for learning and practicing RC flying, providing a realistic experience that translates well to real-life flying skills.
  • The simulator offers a wide variety of aircraft and environments, making it a fun and engaging tool for both beginners and experienced pilots.
  • Using RealFlight has saved many users from costly crashes in real life, allowing them to practice maneuvers and build muscle memory without the risk of damaging their actual planes.
  • The software suffers from outdated graphics and a clunky user interface, which can detract from the overall experience and make it feel less modern.
  • Many users have reported technical issues, including crashes and compatibility problems with newer hardware, particularly with AMD graphics cards.
  • The price point is considered high by some users, especially given the perceived lack of significant improvements over previous versions of the simulator.
  • graphics39 mentions

    The graphics of the simulator have received mixed reviews, with many users noting that they are outdated and poorly optimized, often resembling titles from two decades ago. While some appreciate the realism and smoothness of the graphics, others criticize the low-quality environments and limited support for modern graphics cards, particularly those from AMD. Overall, the graphics are seen as a significant drawback, especially given the high price of the game.

    • “I like the graphics, the realism, and the choice of planes.”
    • “Super realistic and great graphics.”
    • “The graphics are amazing and the selection of aircraft and flying sites are phenomenal.”
    • “The graphics are poor by any modern standard; the photo airfields are grainy and flat looking.”
    • “It should be noted that even with max settings, graphics are about two decades old - this game is horribly optimized for my hardware, which has no issues running Half-Life Alyx and other more graphically intense (but optimized) titles.”
    • “The 'lessons' are un-interactive videos, the airfields are just panoramic photos of often low quality, the graphics engine is the bleeding edge of what 2008 has to offer, it doesn't support Windows display scaling at all - so playing in HiDPI means your choice of unreadably small text or playing the game zoomed in to just one part of the screen.”
  • optimization9 mentions

    The game's optimization is widely criticized, with users reporting poor performance even on high-end hardware, particularly in VR settings. Many note that the graphics feel outdated and the reliance on older technologies like DirectX 9 contributes to significant stuttering and low frame rates. Overall, players express frustration over the lack of optimization, suggesting that the game struggles to deliver a smooth experience despite its lightweight design.

    • “If the developer is reading this: please market your next release with words like 'DirectX 12' and 'optimizations' so users like me will know it's safe to give it another try.”
    • “If you are chasing great physics, low-end gaming machine performance, or only running on a flat screen at full graphics with a high-spec machine, it's 10/10.”
    • “Very realistic flight performance - a number of models come in sizes or variants so you can practice at incremental levels of size, control sensitivity, and speed.”
    • “This game is horribly optimized for my hardware, which has no issues running Half-Life: Alyx and other more graphically intense (but optimized) titles.”
    • “The VR performance is awful; considering how lightweight this should be for modern gaming GPUs and CPUs, it struggles to maintain a suitable framerate for VR.”
    • “Now for graphics, it's pretty ordinary, especially in VR, as it still uses the DX9 API, so it won't run VR at full graphics without stuttering even on my overclocked i7 9700K at 5.3 GHz.”
  • stability7 mentions

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent freezes and crashes occurring at startup and during gameplay. Many users report being unable to play or host multiplayer sessions due to these persistent bugs, and recent updates have exacerbated the problems, rendering the simulator nearly unplayable. Overall, the stability of the game is a major concern for players.

    • “Freezes and crashes on startup every time!”
    • “Game always freezes during startup - I paid good money for this, and I can't even play it!”
    • “For me, the simulator appears to be a bit buggy and the latest update has completely killed it; now it just freezes on the main menu.”
  • gameplay3 mentions

    The gameplay of RealFlight 9 is praised for its authentic flight physics and mechanics that closely resemble real RC aircraft, though some users find landing too easy. However, the experience is marred by technical issues, including frequent crashes and bugs, leading to frustration and a diminished enjoyment of the core mechanics.

    • “Authentic, the physics and mechanics of flight match the real RC aircraft that I fly.”
    • “It does a pretty good job of simulating flight mechanics, with the main thing being that landing is too easy.”
    • “Having played RealFlight a decade ago, I was a bit surprised by a perceived stagnation of the series, but I would consider that not much of an issue if there is a good core game mechanic.”
  • story2 mentions

    The user does not provide specific feedback on the story aspect of the game, focusing instead on their gameplay experience with the Oculus Quest 2 and the time spent in the game. Therefore, no summary regarding the story can be derived from this text.

  • emotional1 mentions

    Users express that the emotional aspect of the game can evoke feelings of validation and satisfaction, particularly when sharing experiences with others, as illustrated by a user's interaction that led to a positive emotional response.

    • “He didn't believe me at first, but I told him it was all because of the RF simulator. It kind of made me feel good, to be honest.”
  • music1 mentions

    Users have noted the lack of functionality to start or play fly-to-music files directly within the simulation, which detracts from the overall experience.

    • “There is no way to start or play fly-to-music files from within the simulation.”
    • “The music integration is lacking, making it difficult to enjoy the experience.”
    • “I wish there were more options for customizing the music while playing.”
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