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Frequently asked about X-Plane 12
- Does X-Plane 12 work on Steam Deck?
- X-Plane 12 is currently rated Unsupported on Steam Deck. It may not launch or may have significant issues that block normal play.
- How much does X-Plane 12 cost?
- X-Plane 12 is listed on Steam at 59.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
- Does X-Plane 12 have multiplayer or co-op?
- Yes — X-Plane 12 supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, LAN Co-op, Co-op).
- What games are most similar to X-Plane 12?
- Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside X-Plane 12 are X-Plane 11, Space Explore, Aerofly FS 2 Flight Simulator.
- Who developed X-Plane 12?
- X-Plane 12 was developed by Laminar Research.
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