Discussion + Poll: World Update VIII: Iberia (1.24.5.0)

The release notes are available here: [RELEASE] Release Notes (1.24.5.0) World Update VIII: Iberia Now Available!

Please use this thread to discuss the latest update, version 1.24.5.0. Other topics created to discuss this thread may be merged here.

Poll Questions

Feel free to answer these poll questions after you download and experience the new update.

Did you experience any CTDs during this download process? If yes, please respond to this post and let us know more details.
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On a scale of 1-10, 10 being the best, how do you like the new photogrammetry and POIs?
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On a scale of 1-10, 10 being smoothest, how is your performance/stability in this update? Please vote once you have played the updated sim for at least an hour.
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Is your performance/stability worse, the same, or better than with the previous Sim Update VIII build? Please vote once you have played the updated sim for at least an hour.
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On a scale of 1-10, 10 being the best, how would you globally rate this update (This question will be used as a reference between each update)
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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find out about Known Issues

Click the link titled “Known Issues” in the hamburger menu, which is opened by clicking the button next to your profile picture on the navbar.

This page will be updated within a few days to reflect the latest patch.

How do I see my current version number?

Press Alt+Enter to change the program from full screen to windowed mode. The version number is at the top title bar of the window. Additionally, the version number is displayed by holding down Alt+Tab (above the window icon) or available in-game by clicking on your gamer tag profile icon from the top right of the main screen. The version name is displayed in the dialogue box under your gamer tag

Do I need to do anything with add-ons in the community folder?

We highly recommended that you move the content from your community folder to a temporary location on your hard drive before applying the patch and replacing after testing the new version.

Why were certain bugs or issues not included in the patch notes?

The patch notes don’t mention everything that has been updated. If you are still experiencing an issue then file a ticket on Zendesk , using the “Submit a Request” option on the top menu bar. Include as much detail as possible, including the version of the game you are running. Remember the forums are not the official platform for bug tracking.

This patch is part of an ongoing patch release, so if your issue isn’t patched this time it does not mean it won’t ever get fixed! Check out the #self-service:bugs-issues category to see if others are reporting the same issues (where you can also vote if you have the same issue)

The Known Issues page will be updated within a few days to reflect the updated bugs.

How do I see my FPS?

Windows 10 and 11 have a built-in FPS counter in the Xbox Game Bar app. To use the FPS counter over your game, there are a few one-time steps you might need to take.

Important! You’ll need Xbox Game Bar version 3.34.11002.0 or later to use the FPS counter.

  1. Press Windows logo key Win + G to open Game Bar, then select Widget menu > Performance.
  2. Choose the FPS tab, then press Request access.
  3. Follow the prompts, then restart your PC for the changes to take effect.
    When you launch a game, the FPS counter will be ready and waiting in Xbox Game Bar.

What should I do if the update doesn’t start automatically?

  1. Check Windows for updates. If any, restart your PC
  2. Manually check MS Store for Updates
  3. Then update MSFS

If this still doesn’t work, the best course of action is to log out, restart your computer, and log back in.

What should I do if the update seems to stall or stop downloading?

The first thing to try is closing down MSFS and restarting it. The downloading should start again once MSFS is restarted. If there are problems with a particular file downloading repeatedly (on a loop) then exit MSFS and browse to the download location where the file is downloading to using windows explorer. Delete the offending file (if it is listed) or the latest downloaded file in that folder and then restart MSFS. The patch should continue as normal. (Note only delete files do not delete folders!)

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Downloading now, just over 1gb in the Microsoft Store, 2.61gb in game, 7.26gb in Marketplace.

Hi guys! Here we gooo!! :star_struck:
Cant wait to fly over Spain, see you there!

Sincerely,
Filippo

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still not available on steam

10:27 CET - now available on steam

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27.32gb update for series s and does this seem correct does anybody know please?

Seemingly not available on Steam version yet, as a newer version of game required to download it. It shows up in the content manager, but requires a preliminary download from Steam first.

For me there is no sign of update that’s required to install it. I can launch FS and WU8 is listed in the store but in the content manager it says I need the updated version of the sim to install it (as I suspected). Yet in XBox app there is no update for MSFS available and no update available when FS starts checking for updates on launch. Any advice? Maybe more time required for the mandatory update to appear? I’m on Western European server.

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Try rebooting your computer, it worked for me!

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The oldest trick in the book :rofl: will give this a try.

Remember to check content manager, there are some small updates there also!

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Indeed it seems to have worked. I have an update available now. Reboot PC everyone if update not showing in XBox App.

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World Update VIII
Release Notes 1.24.5.0

If you click on the image it should enlarge

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World Update VIII available via marketplace.

Also download updates via content manager.

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The world update is in the marketplace and is 7gb!

Seems to be very much the mainland. Disappointed to see no improvements on the island, just a few POI on Tenerife. I wanted palma cathedral as it’s a large building in the current game. Hopefully the updated aerial imagery coverage is Spain and the islands.

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11.50gb update on series x.

Not sure if any updates in game yet.

Same here in Oz, after a reboot it became available on PC Steam version. A 2.61 GB standard content download atm. Presumably the Iberia WU will then load from the content manager.

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I can’t find update until now … italy 10:35AM

Restart PC.

Open microsoft store app and click library → get updates.

xbox app founded now. PC Version! :smiley:

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