Haha I ended up uninstalling msfs months ago. The only thing it has going for it is the scenery imho, but the planes look like plastic and fly like plastic too. For me flight sims are about the planes, and x-plane just does planes better. and with just a few [mostly] free mods, x-plane looks pretty darn convincing to me 😊
I found the default xplane 11 night lighting to be beautiful. I just completed my first flight in xplane (Zibo 738 KATL-KIAH 2.5 hours, all night flying. however, seeing the screenshot you had of that lighting solution looked so much better. Can't wait to go fly with it now
Great video, thanks Q8. I got fs2020 when it came out, and was so disappointed with the arcade style flight models, so having xplane look a little better is important. Cheers
Thanks for this. Since MSFS has released, I've been drifting away from X-Plane - even though I miss the better flight and systems modeling. And it all just comes down to graphics, really. Will give some of these a try and see if they reel me back in :)
It depends on what you are looking for. If you are looking for flight realism, then X-Plane is the way to go. If you like to see pretty scenery, then MSFS is the way to go. My opinion at this point in time.
Thank oyu so much for your hard work and video. I have just installed 3 items from your list and my experience with x plane 11 is so much better. And I will be adding more. You have a great insight as to what is a good add-on and I thank you.
Excellent review my man thanks for putting this together 👌🏻 I also use Xplane beautiful lights and it’s defo a nice one for the textures along with reshade 👨✈️👋🏻
My number one add-on that’s not an airport or aircraft- x-coder’s AEP (airport enhancement package). Transforms every default airport-buildings and all-not just the ground textures. Best $20 I’ve spent in the sim! Second- the combination of REP and simaccoustics fmod sound pack for the default Cessna 172.
As always, thank you for this material. ;-) I have a question for people using X-Vision and VR. Does this add-on improve the image of clouds in VR - I mean rotating clouds when approaching them and flickering ??? I wonder if it makes sense to buy x-Vision?
Very well done, happy to have this information. As a newbie, not sure how to integrate with default scenery, etc. but am slowly beginning to learn. Can I ask how much memory these items take ? Have new computer from X Force PC with 1TB SSD, but am afraid of maxing out quickly without additional memory. Reall am enjoying many of your previous videos and especially the reviews. Thanks!
I didn't vote for this option as I thought there wasn't much to say on xplane plugins. Great video though thanks, I'll be using it as a reference for my sim. Agree about xcamera and think of getting atc-chatter. You don't use autogate?
Does anyone know a pushback app that allows you to ghost your plane where you want it pushback too and it does it automatically? Capt Canada uses it in his videos?
Xplane with OrbX is BETTER than MSFS. In realism, immersion and beauty. Story: I bought all three UK OrbX for Xplane, and then only a few days later Microsoft released MSFS. I was gutted. I got hyped for MSFS for a few weeks in the 'honeymoon' period then soon realised even my brand new PC I bought for it couldn't provide enough useable FPS for VR. It can also look quite ugly sometimes (open up Las Vegas and see what I mean). I went to DCS for a long time. Then a couple of weeks ago I decided to give Xplane a go again. My goodness is it good. Nothing beats it for balance of VR FPS and hand placed buildings and trees: I'd rate it roughly equal with MSFS for buildings but at much more useable performance. The atmosphere and hazing is better too. But of course the big bonus is all the study level aircraft. I wish I wasn't locked to the UK though. One day if I have some spare money I'll get some US regions too.
I have been cosidering True Earth for a while now, but I am wondering: is 16GB RAM enough it, if not for the HD versions would it work with the SD versions ?
ALES v2.. Does it enhance all X-Plane 11 airports or just Northern Hemisphere airports? Living in South Africa we usually get only the dregs...although there is a large flight simulator community here.
Make sure you have the latest version of the scenery manager. Also make sure brakes are set and beacon light is off. Try changing the parking spot without existing xplane.
considering to reinstall xplane with these visuals. msfs crashing to desktop is begging to piss me off. 3 times tonight and crashing after a few minutes. I spent more time waiting for it to load then flying. :/
@@Q8Pilot Nooooo. Not that serious. Thank you for the XPlane content. For some reason, I feel more at home with XPlane. Somehow, MSFS is missing something for me.
I just wish there would be a AI ATC like in Msfs 2020 telling me the qnh and what the next frequency is when i´m leaving airspace. I don´t have any desire to play on Vatsim or something like that, but I really miss having ATC. The one that comes with x plane 11 isnt any good, sending me into mountains or telling me to go to 15000ft in a cessna.
@@jusanterre_ Maybe I didn´t set it up correctly and I have not used it in quite some time. Coming from Msfs2020 its very different and most people just tell you to avoid it. I just wish there would be an option to use it without a flightplan even though its not that realistic, I dont need vectors I just want to fly on my own but still get get frequencies and the qnh. Like the basic Atc you have in Msfs2020.
very funny 🤣 put the title Top 15 Freeware and Payware Plugins for X-Plane 11? 😎 This list should be TOP 15 Payware, only 3 for 4 and look, it's free!!🤗
There are addons, plugins and mods in this video. I will not argue with you, but nothing misleading here. Those are the items I use to make x-plane looks the way it does. You can call them anything you like =)
I think this video just pulled me back into XP11 after my last few months in MSFS LOL. Thank You for the quality content as always!
Haha I ended up uninstalling msfs months ago. The only thing it has going for it is the scenery imho, but the planes look like plastic and fly like plastic too. For me flight sims are about the planes, and x-plane just does planes better. and with just a few [mostly] free mods, x-plane looks pretty darn convincing to me 😊
@@kalynstalinski8375 I’m waiting for the study level PMDG 738.
@@ronaldmiller6262 X-Plane already has the zibo, which is amazing, study level, and FREE!
@@kalynstalinski8375 yup I fly it already.
Thank you for your kind words!
I found the default xplane 11 night lighting to be beautiful. I just completed my first flight in xplane (Zibo 738 KATL-KIAH 2.5 hours, all night flying. however, seeing the screenshot you had of that lighting solution looked so much better. Can't wait to go fly with it now
Great video, thanks Q8.
I got fs2020 when it came out, and was so disappointed with the arcade style flight models, so having xplane look a little better is important. Cheers
MSFS is an absolute disaster. The world looks great. End of list.
This makes me feel better about having a Mac.. X-plane is the only option.
Even a year later, still the case. Quick, easy example... Do you need right rudder on takeoff in a 172? MSFS: no. X-Plane: yes.
REAL AIRPLANE: YES!
Well that’s great news! Thanks so much! I honestly find your videos and reviews the absolute best.
Thank you for the great video. I've just bought X Plane 11 and will definitely check out these add-ons.
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for this. Since MSFS has released, I've been drifting away from X-Plane - even though I miss the better flight and systems modeling. And it all just comes down to graphics, really.
Will give some of these a try and see if they reel me back in :)
It depends on what you are looking for. If you are looking for flight realism, then X-Plane is the way to go. If you like to see pretty scenery, then MSFS is the way to go. My opinion at this point in time.
@@Q8Pilot I agree. And I get all the flight realism I can handle every time I strap on HeatBlur's F-14 Tomcat :)
Been away for a while and catching up....really enjoyed this video thanks....stay safe...
Thanks Q8! I have 10 of the 15 installed already. Take care my friend!
Hey there Scot, thanks for watching my friend, and for all your support!
WOW!! this a very well explained and would be greatly appreciated by a lot of people...thanks so much sir
Thank you for your support over the years sir!
@@Q8Pilot oh my..you don't need to mention it..it really is a pleasure to be part of this channel..the wealth of knowledge you share is a gift...
Sometimes I wonder: why? why? why in the world someone would leave a dislike to a nice, pacific video like this one. just why?
That perfectly ok. I am sure they have their reasons and I am completely ok with it. Thank you for watching!
Thank oyu so much for your hard work and video. I have just installed 3 items from your list and my experience with x plane 11 is so much better. And I will be adding more. You have a great insight as to what is a good add-on and I thank you.
which ones did you choose ? :)
You*
Awesome! Could you do more Xplane freeware and payware videos.
That's the plan sure =)
Excellent review my man thanks for putting this together 👌🏻 I also use Xplane beautiful lights and it’s defo a nice one for the textures along with reshade 👨✈️👋🏻
Glad you enjoyed it, and thanks for watching!
@@Q8Pilot your welcome my man have a great weekend 👋🏻
My number one add-on that’s not an airport or aircraft- x-coder’s AEP (airport enhancement package). Transforms every default airport-buildings and all-not just the ground textures. Best $20 I’ve spent in the sim! Second- the combination of REP and simaccoustics fmod sound pack for the default Cessna 172.
Thanks for sharing your experience!
Lovely job, Sam!
Thank you my friend superb job I was thinking about asking you to do this :) You and the Family Stay well
Thank you ever so much for everything my friend!
Once again…a great video. Tks my friend!!
Thank you Victor!
Great video, and an incredible list of plugins always very well explained by you captain. 👍
Thanks Silvio, you have been great support to me and the channel!
very well explained, but I whish x-atc chatter would have a free version or at least another addon LIKE atc chatter that is free.
Great vid still waiting for a complete modern in sim ATC solution
Closest you're gonna get is VATSIM. Check it out! It's really realistic
As always, thank you for this material. ;-)
I have a question for people using X-Vision and VR.
Does this add-on improve the image of clouds in VR - I mean rotating clouds when approaching them and flickering ???
I wonder if it makes sense to buy x-Vision?
Thank you for sharing your experience and wisdom.
Thanks for watching and for your kind words!
Ive watched much more videos on this topic but i need to hear from the expert
Third, love the videos, they've helped me a lot with modding my X Plane
Glad the channel is of use to you my friend. Thanks for watching!
Proud for you sir, xplane 11 is pro now
Thank you for your kind words 🙏
Very well done, happy to have this information. As a newbie, not sure how to integrate with default scenery, etc. but am slowly beginning to learn. Can I ask how much memory these items take ? Have new computer from X Force PC with 1TB SSD, but am afraid of maxing out quickly without additional memory. Reall am enjoying many of your previous videos and especially the reviews. Thanks!
Hi Bill, If you don't max out the texture slider, non of these addons will tax your memory (VRAM) that much.
Papa Osamah has once again heeded the call for excellent content.
Thanks buddy!
Please where can this your intro soundtrack i love it.
Excellent, thank you.
Thank you for your watching!!
What a great video. Thanks for that.....
Thanks for watching!
Excellent!
Hi do u know how i can fix thae annoying airfoi issue for the 737 zibo and 737 max
I didn't vote for this option as I thought there wasn't much to say on xplane plugins. Great video though thanks, I'll be using it as a reference for my sim. Agree about xcamera and think of getting atc-chatter. You don't use autogate?
I use SAM World Jetways instead of AutoGate. Thanks for watching!
Do you still recommend x-manager for the plug ins?
I an new to xPlane but saw something that looks like that built in
Thanks
Does anyone know a pushback app that allows you to ghost your plane where you want it pushback too and it does it automatically? Capt Canada uses it in his videos?
Hi, i have a question do you can do a tutorial of the Xvision please i can't set up my x vision
I believe I have done one before, but I will go through my notes again.
@@Q8Pilot thank you very much!😄
Second :(. Amazing Vid btw keep it up!!!
Thanks for watching my friend!
How do you buy orbx scenery if your in America? I had a prepaid card and I couldn’t buy 2 sceneries on sale.
There is an addons on xplane mobile? Thank u
Great video and do most of the plug-ins work with Vulcan? Thanks
Yes they do. librain is the only plug-in I have an issue with (the developer stopped about 2 years ago, so that is a loss, but the only one)
Great video! How do you get your textures looking so crisp?
I think it is the texture quality being at max.
anything for x-plane 12?
Xplane with OrbX is BETTER than MSFS. In realism, immersion and beauty. Story: I bought all three UK OrbX for Xplane, and then only a few days later Microsoft released MSFS. I was gutted. I got hyped for MSFS for a few weeks in the 'honeymoon' period then soon realised even my brand new PC I bought for it couldn't provide enough useable FPS for VR. It can also look quite ugly sometimes (open up Las Vegas and see what I mean). I went to DCS for a long time. Then a couple of weeks ago I decided to give Xplane a go again. My goodness is it good. Nothing beats it for balance of VR FPS and hand placed buildings and trees: I'd rate it roughly equal with MSFS for buildings but at much more useable performance. The atmosphere and hazing is better too. But of course the big bonus is all the study level aircraft. I wish I wasn't locked to the UK though. One day if I have some spare money I'll get some US regions too.
Wow awsome!
Thanks for watching!
@@Q8Pilot no problem. Thanks for making the vid. I'm the kid from the livestream last time
I have been cosidering True Earth for a while now, but I am wondering: is 16GB RAM enough it, if not for the HD versions would it work with the SD versions ?
They do have SD version of some regions yes.
Thank you so much
Thank you for watching!
whats the best preset for xvision v2?
ALES v2.. Does it enhance all X-Plane 11 airports or just Northern Hemisphere airports? Living in South Africa we usually get only the dregs...although there is a large flight simulator community here.
Yes all airports unless you have a payware airport installed.
5:53 WHAT AIRPORT PLS TELL ME
I bought the world Jetway plugin but even on default scenery I can't connect the jetway .
What should do ?
Make sure you have the latest version of the scenery manager. Also make sure brakes are set and beacon light is off. Try changing the parking spot without existing xplane.
@@Q8Pilot I will try that but what is scenery manager
considering to reinstall xplane with these visuals. msfs crashing to desktop is begging to piss me off. 3 times tonight and crashing after a few minutes. I spent more time waiting for it to load then flying. :/
Captain, I have a questioni in order to use Better night light y might need to have flylua installed? I
Yes, there is a script that goes with it.
@@Q8Pilot.. too bad.. I do not use flylua..🤐😮
@@and696 it's a free download.
What about the weather? Xenviro is not compatible with xvision.. are you using default clouds?
I am using xVision clouds. No xenviro. For weather generation, I use xplane default.
@@Q8Pilot Which preset?
@@Q8Pilot Are you still using HD Mesh by alpilotx? or is it not required with MisterX Global ?
I'm also interested in knowing which of the presets he's using. It looked like it might be Nordic but I'm not sure.
What xvision preset do you use?
Nordic Extreme
X-CPL-Pilot is missing. :D Other Thank that, I use the same plugins. Great choice.
I do not use X-CPL Pilot. I have tried it out, it is great, but I don't use those kind of addons.
@@Q8Pilot Nooooo. Not that serious. Thank you for the XPlane content. For some reason, I feel more at home with XPlane. Somehow, MSFS is missing something for me.
How can i download?
Links in the description.
I just wish there would be a AI ATC like in Msfs 2020 telling me the qnh and what the next frequency is when i´m leaving airspace. I don´t have any desire to play on Vatsim or something like that, but I really miss having ATC. The one that comes with x plane 11 isnt any good, sending me into mountains or telling me to go to 15000ft in a cessna.
15000ft? Looks like you didn’t set the fight altitude when setting up your flight. Also, it tells you what freq to contact when you leave an airspace.
@@jusanterre_ Maybe I didn´t set it up correctly and I have not used it in quite some time. Coming from Msfs2020 its very different and most people just tell you to avoid it. I just wish there would be an option to use it without a flightplan even though its not that realistic, I dont need vectors I just want to fly on my own but still get get frequencies and the qnh. Like the basic Atc you have in Msfs2020.
@@Robinbermann try PILOT2atc app
@@moleisrich1 Thanks, I´ll try that!
What about Active Sky Xp? You don't use it? Or forgot about it?
I have it, but I don't use it anymore.
@@Q8Pilot Hi, which plugin do you use for weather if not AXSP? Thanks
!
@@AlexandreRaymundo71 I use default xp weather.
@@Q8Pilot ok thank you and thank you for this nice, helpful video!
@@Q8Pilot Why you don't use it?
very funny 🤣 put the title Top 15 Freeware and Payware Plugins for X-Plane 11? 😎 This list should be TOP 15 Payware, only 3 for 4 and look, it's free!!🤗
Thanks. Lot….
Thank you for watching sir!
@@Q8Pilot i requested this vid alot..and when it came i was immediately glued..
I would argue that Addons are not the same as Plugins. These are addons. Maybe a change of title would be less misleading?
There are addons, plugins and mods in this video. I will not argue with you, but nothing misleading here. Those are the items I use to make x-plane looks the way it does. You can call them anything you like =)
As a 99% hardcore XP11, sceneries are where MSFS kills XP11. If MSFS wasn't such a bulky software, I'd be on MSFS most of the time.
first
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All plug-ins is free
No some are free some are payware.
Can I know what is free 🙈
@@MubarakMa7 All links are in the description.