Jurassic World: Archipelago soars into Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 will feature a new, officially licensed expansion: Jurassic World: Archipelago. Created by Orbx in partnership with Universal, it brings Isla Nublar, Isla Sorna, and the wider Cinco Muertes chain into the sim. Players can take part in bespoke missions, land at new airstrips, and spot animated dinosaurs during their flights. Watch the official trailer below for a first look at the cinematic scenery and in-flight challenges.

You can also read the initial announcement coverage at Kotaku and explore how missions will integrate into the new career system on the Microsoft Flight Simulator site.

What’s included

This expansion delivers far more than a visual makeover. The development team has crafted custom landmarks, airports, and helipads across Costa Rica’s coastline. Mission content has been tailored for skilled sim pilots, with challenging approaches and varied objectives. The PC version, available via OrbxDirect and the in-game marketplace, is planned first. Xbox players and those using the 2020 edition will receive it soon after.

• Iconic locations: Isla Nublar, Isla Sorna, and the Cinco Muertes islands recreated with landable zones and signature scenery.
• Diverse activities: VIP transport, guided photo flights, and career-linked skill challenges.
• Infrastructure: New airstrips, helipads, and a Jurassic-themed VIP terminal at Juan Santamaría International Airport.
• Wildlife: Animated dinosaurs such as Tyrannosaurus Rex, Brachiosaurus, Velociraptor, Mosasaurus, and Pteranodon.
• Rollout: PC launch first, then Xbox and Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020.

Why sim pilots should care

Jurassic World: Archipelago delivers more than cinematic sightseeing. It adds tight short-field landings, unpredictable coastal wind patterns, and tricky rotorcraft descents. You will also face the challenge of hot-and-high conditions, where aircraft performance changes drastically. Pilots who enjoy bush trips or helicopter practice will find the terrain ideal for refining skills while enjoying spectacular views. To understand how these missions tie into the simulator’s broader structure, you can explore the official overview on the Microsoft Flight Simulator website.