//42 SimFX
for Microsoft Flight Simulator
A global
"Visual Effects Utility"
covering a range of immersive scenarios and aircraft.
BUY IF: You want a range of Visual Effects across multiple aircraft in your hangar as well as environmental
effects.
WARNING MARKETPLACE ONLY BUYERS: If you are on Xbox/PC and only use only/mostly Marketplace purchased aircraft, YOU WILL HAVE LESS COMPATIBLE AIRCRAFT than others due to Microsoft's encryption.
SEE COMPATIBILITY CHART: https://parallel42.com/simfx/comp
WARNING MARKETPLACE ONLY BUYERS: If you are on Xbox/PC and only use only/mostly Marketplace purchased aircraft, YOU WILL HAVE LESS COMPATIBLE AIRCRAFT than others due to Microsoft's encryption.
SEE COMPATIBILITY CHART: https://parallel42.com/simfx/comp
Continuing our legacy from FSX/Prepar3D, we introduce our advanced VFX expertise to MSFS with SimFX.
This add-on isn't just an enhancement; it lays the groundwork for our upcoming "Immersion Packs."
Each particle on your screen realistically responds to environmental variables.
The dynamic effects appear under specific conditions, enhancing your virtual skies with features like contrails and Auroras,
driven by live data.
//42 & VFX
Our commitment to visual effects is reflected in our company mission statement.
In our search for total immersion, we often overlook the finer details that are missing in-sim. It's these important details
that add the most to our experience.
42 is the answer.
Sky full of Contrails
Enhanced contrails create lasting, expansive lines across the horizon,
dynamically adjusting to weather conditions and functioning with various traffic types (AI, Multiplayer Traffic, VATSIM &
more...).
Works on AI, Multiplayer Traffic, VATSIM & more...
Yours are fluffy!
Your aircraft’s contrails appear cloud-like and dense, changing with the sun's position.
See Sample
Engine / APU Heat Blur
We've revamped the heat blur effect for dynamic, realistic visuals, working seamlessly with supported aircraft. View the optional SimFX Heatblur Effects Here!
Engine Blast
Experience powerful engine blast effects on soft and wet surfaces, displacing dirt and water for enhanced realism.
Wing Wash
Observe dramatic effects from wings lifting, with dirt and moisture visibly stirred from surfaces during takeoff and low
flyovers.
Rotor Wash
Helicopters benefit from customizable effects that vary with size and surface interaction, applicable and configurable to
multiplayer/AI helicopters.
Oh, Friends too!
This effect also applies to Multiplayer/AI helicopters around you.
You can configure them independently from the effects shown on your helicopter or disable them entirely if your group flight leaves you in the dust.
Thrust Reversers
Our impressive thrust effects also work with thrust reversers on wet runways.
Feel the power of your engines fighting to slow you down after landing. SimFX dynamically creates this effect based on the size/weight of the aircraft, making look awesome on small to large aircraft.
Engine Pollution
Ideal for vintage, military, and heavy lift aircraft, this feature adds realistic exhaust plumes, visually emphasizing their
power and history.
Touchdown Smoke
Our 'Tire Smoke' effect vividly marks each touchdown, enhancing landings with dramatic smoke.
Making Waves
Experience the interaction of aircraft and water with our custom 'Wave Effect.'
This effect works on floats and tires! As an aircraft skims or lands on water, SimFX simulates realistic water responses, creating ripples and waves that perfectly mirror natural interactions.
Wheels on Dirt
The 'Wheels on Dirt' effect adds immersion to taxiing and landing on unpaved runways, making each maneuver visually
striking.
Wheels on Rain
The 'Wheels on Rain' effect makes taxiing and landing on wet runways visually engaging, enhancing maneuvers in the rain.
Auroras
SimFX includes animated auroras for both poles in one package, offering infinite experiences.
Live Auroras Tracker
Discover the best spots to witness auroras worldwide with our interactive map powered by industry-standard meteorology data.
This map provides a comprehensive overview of global aurora activity, helping you plan your viewing adventures more effectively. Whether you're flying or setting up camp, prepare to be captivated by the breathtaking dance of the auroras.
Live Auroras Map
Shooting Stars
Seasonally accurate shooting stars enhance your sky, making each sighting a moment to wish upon.
Weather Presets
Cinematic
The Cinematic preset is the most artistic preset we have.
- Broken cumulus-like clouds at 10,000ft.
- Challenging winds at low altitudes
High Clouds
The High Clouds preset favors the development of contrails covering the sky.
- Thin cirrus-like cloud layer at FL330.
- Calm winds at low altitudes.
Rain
The Rain preset captures the quintessential British rainy day.
- Thin cloud layers reaching up to 7700 ft.
- Scattered light rain.
- Chilly temperatures.
Storm
The Storm preset features a detailed representation of the most intense storm conditions.
- Thick cloud layers reaching up to FL360.
- Scattered precipitation with severe thunderstorm.
- Many wind layers with strong convection covering calm air to moderate turbulence and occasional wind shear.
Cold
The Cold preset features a wintery feel from the north.
- Temperature well below freezing (-13°C/9°F)
- Freezing clouds from the ground to around 12,000 ft.
- Challenging winds at higher altitudes.
OK, let's get nerdy...
SimFX effects are fully customizable via an in-game panel. Adjust everything from contrail size to heat blur temperature.
Choose manual control or opt for our DYNAMIC tuning to optimize each effect.
Dynamic Performance Tuning
Set your effects to Overall Quality—DYNAMIC, and our intelligent system will adjust the rendering in real-time to maintain
your desired setting. Choose from Performance, Balanced, or Quality options, and let us handle the optimization. Our system
smartly manages resources, even hiding effects outside the aircraft when in inside view, to ensure your frame rate remains
optimal without compromising on visual fidelity.
Per Aircraft Customizations
Customize visual settings per aircraft type, allowing for fine-tuning or use of default effects,
ensuring total control over each flight's visual appearance.
Informative Sidebars
Our UI section displays detailed effect information, necessary rendering conditions, and real-time data graphs,
providing a comprehensive understanding of your environment and the SimFX effects.
Aircraft/Mods Compatibility
SimFX was built to work globally across your aircraft collection in the most compatible way possible. Since every aircraft is built differently, some effects may behave differently from aircraft to aircraft. Please review our aircraft/mods compatibility chart before purchasing SimFX.
Review Compatibility
Unanswered questions?
Visit our Wiki to discover answers to most common questions. If the answer isn't there, ask on our Discord!
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Developer
This product has been produced by //42. For //42 product support, please go to https://parallel42.com/pages/contact
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General
You will need Orbx Central to download and install this product. Orbx Central runs on Windows 7+, macOS and Linux. An internet connection is also required.
The download size of this product is 122.70 MB. It uses 366.89 MB when installed.
Supported Simulators
This product is compatible with the following simulators:
- Microsoft Flight Simulator
Supported Operating Systems
This product is compatible with the following operating systems:
- Windows