Flight Simulator 2004 vs X-Plane 8

[Cadd43]

I've used both MSFS and X-Plane. They are both good programs if your just wanting to play like your flying a plane. IMO if you want to get the feel of really flying then go out and buy FLY II. You can get it here. http://www.godgames.com/game.php?game=g3eb0518123142
There are some updates that will be needed to download but very worth the trouble. There is another site http://www.avsim.com/ where you can find 1000's of addon files for all 3 of the flight sims talked about previously.
Fly II is more realistic due to adds the instrument panel being lifelike. It gives you the ability to fly IFR or VFR any where in the world and to take off or land from where ever you want. You can build your own private airport if you like, hanger, runway, ground crew, ect.. There are hundreds of different types of aircraft available. From Modern day to Bi-planes or even a ultra-light single seater. Hope this helps you out.

Cadd