In an exciting development for military aviation enthusiasts, Top Mach Studios has announced that their highly anticipated B-2 Spirit bomber is on the verge of release for Microsoft Flight Simulator. The developer has revealed that the initial version of the B-2 has been submitted to the MSFS Marketplace for review and testing.
According to a recent update from Top Mach Studios, PC users could see the B-2 Spirit available as soon as Thursday, August 29. Xbox users will need to exercise a bit more patience, with the release slated for sometime in September due to ongoing optimization and testing work.
To whet the appetite of eager simmers, Top Mach Studios has released over the last few days a trailer video and several striking preview images of this iconic aircraft. The footage showcases the B-2’s distinctive flying wing design and gives viewers a taste of what it might be like to pilot this legendary stealth bomber in MSFS 2020.
Given the classified nature of the real-world B-2 Spirit, Top Mach Studios faces the challenge of balancing realism with the limitations of publicly available information. While the exact features implemented in this virtual rendition remain to be seen, if their previous work on the F-22 Raptor is any indication, simmers can likely look forward to a visually impressive and enjoyable flying experience.
Based on earlier information, the B-2 Spirit is expected to feature:
- A highly detailed and accurate cockpit layout
- Custom avionics with functional MFDs
- Simulated Tacan navigation systems
- A realistic flight model that aims to capture the unique handling characteristics of the B-2
If you’re interested in learning more about this project and seeing what it has to offer, there’s already a preview video available from Fast Times Vero on YouTube. This video provides a detailed look at what simmers can expect when they finally get their hands on this aircraft.
We’ll be on the lookout for the release and, as always, will share further details with you once the product becomes available. Stay tuned!
