If you're like us, you've witnessed the incredible renaissance the flight sim hobby has undergone in recent years. The landscape changed dramatically with the landmark release of Microsoft Flight Simulator in August 2020, commonly known as MSFS 2020. This breathtaking simulator brought a new level of visual fidelity to the world and, more recently, was followed by the highly anticipated MSFS 2024 which launched in November 2024, pushing the boundaries even further.

But the path to today's vibrant community was paved by dedicated developers who carried the torch after Microsoft sunsetted its legendary Flight Sim X. Giants like Laminar Research, with their ever-evolving X-Plane series (now at the impressive X-Plane 12), and Lockheed Martin’s Prepar3D continued to innovate, providing serious enthusiasts with powerful platforms that kept the hobby thriving and moving forward. This new golden age, fueled by powerful platforms like MSFS 2020, MSFS 2024, and X-Plane 12, has led to an explosion of new flight simmers. Community gatherings like FS Expo and FS Weekend have enjoyed their largest crowds ever, and the momentum continues to build. This has, in turn, ushered in a new crop of talented hardware and software developers bringing incredible products to the market.

That's where we come in. While we love amazing software, we are focusing primarily on the often-underserved hardware sector—from yokes and throttles to button boxes and rudder pedals. Nevertheless, our commitment to "All things Flight Sim" is absolute. We want you to find the best reviews and information on everything, which is why we're building your dynamic directory.

Our philosophy is simple: we want what's best for you. We have no qualms about sending you to other sites if they have a review or resource that will help your journey. This directory is for the community, by the community. Got a line on a great review, a unique peripheral, or a site we've missed? You can add it to our directory. Once approved, it'll be there for all to see. It's your way of contributing to the hobby we all love.