Microsoft Flight Simulator adds UK locations in January update

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The game's third update turns to the UK

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Microsoft Flight Simulator's next world update is turning its attention to the UK in January 2021.

The next major world refresh for Microsoft Flight Simulator, which will be the game's third update, targets the UK in January. We can expect to see a bunch of landmarks for England, Scotland, and Wales added to the already gargantuan game, and developer Asobo Studio recently revealed that we can expect to see between 50 and 60 brand new points of interest in the UK expansion.

As always, you can expect a slate of brand new airports to debut with the UK expansion. London Heathrow is already available in Microsoft Flight Simulator as the UK's only airport, but this expansion should see a number of additional airports added in, as well as landmarks including Land's End, Manchester Barton, and more.

Right now, it's not clear if Ireland will be included in the UK-centric update launching in January. Asobo has said they're still working hard on attempting to recreate various Irish landmarks and buildings for the game, but that doesn't necessarily mean Ireland will be added to Microsoft Flight Simulator in January.

If you're just getting going with piloting aircraft around the world for the first time, you can check out our full Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 beginner guide for more.

Hirun Cryer
Hirun Cryer

Hirun Cryer is a freelance reporter and writer with Gamesradar+ based out of U.K. After earning a degree in American History specializing in journalism, cinema, literature, and history, he stepped into the games writing world, with a focus on shooters, indie games, and RPGs, and has since been the recipient of the MCV 30 Under 30 award for 2021. In his spare time he freelances with other outlets around the industry, practices Japanese, and enjoys contemporary manga and anime.