Getting into Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 opens up a deep rabbit hole of possible accessories to make your experience better and more realistic. I’m starting to fall into this myself, moving from using a controller to something with better control over my virtual planes.
There’s plenty to choose from, with options for tighter budgets, those looking for more advanced hardware, and everything in between. Amazon Prime Day is a great opportunity to score a flight stick, yoke, or rudder pedals, and I’ve rounded up the best deals you need to see.
Each of the items below has been manually tested by Windows Central experts, so you know they’re worth your time and money.
Flight Stick FAQ
Should I buy a flight stick or yoke?
This mainly depends on your knowledge of airplanes, since each type of control varies in real life. Some small aircraft use a yoke, while some large aircraft, particularly Airbuses, use a stick. It depends on what you think you’ll be most comfortable with or how close to realism you’re trying to get.
Do I need to buy rudder pedals?
Not necessarily. While it offers a realistic experience and appeals to intermediate and higher level players, you can usually emulate these controls with flight sticks that allow turning. Pedals are typically more useful for anyone purchasing a yoke, but they also work well with traditional flight sticks. If you are a new player, don’t worry about the pedals.
Do all flight sticks work on Xbox and PS5?
No. While flight sticks and yokes made for consoles generally work on PCs that meet MSFS spec requirements, the reverse does not. Always check for explicit compatibility confirmation before purchasing any peripheral if that is your intended platform. Windows PC gamers don’t have to worry as much.
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