Popular Post Orbx Posted June 7, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted June 7, 2021 Our next Landmarks destination takes us to South Africa's oldest city - Cape Town! Landmarks Cape Town is an exciting addition to our top selling Landmarks and Cityscape series for Microsoft Flight Simulator, which includes classic locations such as Sydney, Singapore, London and Paris. Cape Town is one of those cities that doesn't need much of an introduction though, perhaps in this case, it's more the unique geographic position than the downtown skyline itself. Also referred to as the "Mother City" - as the oldest urban area in southern Africa - Cape Town is framed by the iconic Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean near the southernmost tip of the African continent. Today, almost 4 million people live in the metropolitan area, with a diverse mix of ethnic backgrounds. The harbour basin, situated right in front of downtown, is impossible to overlook. We've added many custom vessels, docks, cranes, and other industrial infrastructure. Moreover, the western section of the port is being transformed into a tourist and residential zone where you'll see the new shopping malls, condos, and marinas. As with our other Landmark City titles, we've put a lot of effort into recreating key features and points of interest throughout the city, reflecting its fascinating mix of older and modern architecture. The close proximity of downtown and port also makes for stunning visuals at night, and we even included an (optional) rhino outline near the top of Table Mountain, which gets projected occasionally to support anti-poaching campaigns. Beyond the city, visit the infamous former prison on Robben Island, explore the University of Cape Town's campus on Table Mountain's eastern slopes, or fly around the Cape of Good Hope where the Atlantic meets the Indian Ocean and the nearest landmass to the south is Antarctica, some 2,500 miles distant. Cape Town Int'l (FACT) lies 10 miles to the southeast but there are also several smaller airfields in the area, such as Ysterplaat AFB, Stellenbosch Aerodrome, Morning Star Airfield, and two short runways on Robben Island. For helicopter pilots we've included a number of hardened helipads in the city as well as on vessels in the harbour. Key Features Several high-detail custom landmarks including the Cape Town Stadium, Castle of Good Hope, and University of Cape Town More than 110 medium-detail custom landmarks, balancing quality and performance. Many enhancements to the city and surrounding areas: improved vegetation and building placements, industrial areas and power stations, chimneys, etc. Specific focus on the harbour areas, with a with diversity of custom vessels and port infrastructure Extensive terraforming across the coverage area, enhancing how our custom landmarks sit within the simulator’s terrain Custom orthoimagery covering all of the city from the western bays to Rondebosch in the east Custom night lighting based on real-world photography Anti-poaching campaign "laser" rhino projected onto Table Mountain at night (selectable with control panel) 22 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrianV Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 To say that this looks fantastic might be an understatement. Wonderful enhancement and captures. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarchelHoek Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 Stop taking my money Orbx... Those pictures look very very nice 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAPilot Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 I want this .. my home city .. take my money Orbx !! Looks stunning !! Any idea for a release date ? please. Thanks 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EasternT3 Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 4 hours ago, SAPilot said: I want this .. my home city .. take my money Orbx !! Looks stunning !! Any idea for a release date ? please. Thanks Could be wrong, but posts like these are normally a couple weeks from launch. We just need FACT by Orbx now 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wain71 Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 nice, looks a great addon with superb detail..... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaunDeaf Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 Oh my lord. What's about Table Mountain Cable, Constantiaberg Mast(Antenna) with the Beacon Lights & Cape Town Tech Towers(Plattekloof)? That's all. Take my cash later 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlosqr Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 Isn't it wonderful to just wake up and see this news? It keeps you happy the whole day I'm counting the minutes 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAPilot Posted June 8, 2021 Share Posted June 8, 2021 15 hours ago, EasternT3 said: Could be wrong, but posts like these are normally a couple weeks from launch. We just need FACT by Orbx now Patiently waiting. Yes, FACT would be welcome, but it is a bespoke airport in the Premium version and looks good as is. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Heaton Posted June 8, 2021 Share Posted June 8, 2021 Another great Cityscape for playing around in the Optica 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VH-KDK Posted June 8, 2021 Share Posted June 8, 2021 Marvelous scenery and the dock area appears to be very interesting. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaunDeaf Posted June 8, 2021 Share Posted June 8, 2021 FSDG is working Cape Town MSFS in development. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Merowinger Posted June 8, 2021 Share Posted June 8, 2021 57 minutes ago, SaunDeaf said: FSDG is working Cape Town MSFS in development. Probably the airport only. And the prices for FSDG-MSFS-related products are . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keino333 Posted June 8, 2021 Share Posted June 8, 2021 Yeeessssssss, Come on Orbx. Get some dots on that Continent. Preferably "yellow" :). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulk Posted June 8, 2021 Share Posted June 8, 2021 When I saw the name of the latest location, I thought probably not interested in this one as it’s not a part of the world I fly around.Then I saw the screenshots, my wallet and passport are ready. Hello new world, Cape Town here I come. That I believe is the beauty of MSFS and Orbx it introduces us to whole new worlds. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAPilot Posted June 8, 2021 Share Posted June 8, 2021 3 minutes ago, paulk said: When I saw the name of the latest location, I thought probably not interested in this one as it’s not a part of the world I fly around.Then I saw the screenshots, my wallet and passport are ready. Hello new world, Cape Town here I come. That I believe is the beauty of MSFS and Orbx it introduces us to whole new worlds. Don't have to wait for the release. Get in your favorite GA aircraft and fly this routing - FASH - FAEG - FAWC - FACT. Enjoy!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F737MAX Posted June 8, 2021 Share Posted June 8, 2021 Nice! Been waiting since FS2004 for a city scenery of CPT that is equal to its natural surroundings. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Webber Posted June 8, 2021 Share Posted June 8, 2021 Fantastic news! Africa is an untapped market and Orbx are off to a head start. Well done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlosqr Posted June 8, 2021 Share Posted June 8, 2021 7 hours ago, The Merowinger said: And the prices for FSDG-MSFS-related products are . Yeap, I found them overpriced, pity Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlosqr Posted June 9, 2021 Share Posted June 9, 2021 I know it is not out I'm just too anxious, anticipating, warming Can you imagine the city down there? Waiting is eating me 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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