How much have ya spent on FSX so far

FSX has only cost, so far, for the intial setup and the Acceleration Pack.

So far I've only bought a 1GH memory graphics card for a system upgrade. Hopefully I plan on a DDR3 computer in the not too distant future. The only reason I haven't built an new computer now is the GTO. ;) Gotta let the dust settle over the rebuilt engine for a bit. :costumes:
 
Well, since you asked...
About $1,200 on a new home-built system, $200 on the Saitek yoke and stuff hardware, and another $200 in software. I expect the latter to increase by another $200 over the next few months: Plum Island, Flight1 Mustang, maybe the C130, Falcon 4.0 FF, etc.
I did build a FreeTrack unit ($30) but I suspect that a TrackIR is in the future ($180 with LEDs). Net of $2,000 for something that will last a few years and can be used for other purposes.
Not too hatefull... :cost1:

Graham
 
CodyValkyrie said:
Thankfully the money I have spent in FS has come back to me with the work I do. I still occassionally purchase addons from companies I haven't done work for or simply because I want to support further development so feel obligated to purchase. It all depends really...

Regardless, I would say I have broken even. Probably one of the few who can say that. The computer on the other hand..... I'll be taking it off on taxes.
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Isn't it cool to be able to say that. My outside FS design work bought me my current rig and most of my FS9 addons and is paying for my new one. Definitely gives you a different perspective on your hobbies, LOL
 
GT182 said:
The only reason I haven't built an new computer now is the GTO. ;) Gotta let the dust settle over the rebuilt engine for a bit. :costumes:
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You've got your priorities right......that is one SWEET machine! I used to enjoy restoring cars as a hobby too...mainly old VW's....still have the skint knuckles to show for it!:d
 
The number one thing here is it is a guy thing and da women just don't understand :mixedsmi:
 
MCDesigns said:
Isn't it cool to be able to say that. My outside FS design work bought me my current rig and most of my FS9 addons and is paying for my new one. Definitely gives you a different perspective on your hobbies, LOL
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Oh, indeed. I hope nobody takes it as bragging. I love my job, but I do indeed work full time in two jobs now. 18+ hour days are normal. It is nice to sit back and enjoy the sim from time to time, which I make every effort to do. Sometimes, you just need a break, ya'know?
 
CodyValkyrie said:
Oh, indeed. I hope nobody takes it as bragging. I love my job, but I do indeed work full time in two jobs now. 18+ hour days are normal. It is nice to sit back and enjoy the sim from time to time, which I make every effort to do. Sometimes, you just need a break, ya'know?
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Well cody I never took it that way and don't really think others have eighter..... More like ,look at him,wish I could say that sort of deal..:costumes:

Personally I thrilled that your work in this field has afforded you those opportunities ....:applause: You worked for it so I say enjoy the fruits of your talents and labor....:wavey:
 
Ok, you want numbers...$1288.00 computer, $320 in software, and hour upon hour of fun.

One thing that I still have trouble understanding...I have always had to build a new computer to run the latest Flight Simulator products so I never understood why all the beefing about having to buy or build a new computer just to run FSX. The freeware is even a cut above anything I have seen on any previous MSFS and deserves a faster box.

Ted
 
Hush, the wife is off this morning!

Built new computer tower in July ($1,300.) . Needed it. Didn't get FSX until three weeks ago when a Wally World chum called me and he had purchased the Gold Edition for his cost at $30.00 for me. I bit! Since, I have added Ground Environment X - USA and Ultimate Terrain X - USA, plus all of the 9.6-meter DEM from FSGenesis. I have not purchased any payware aircraft thus far. I have all the uopdates, but love so many of my FS9 aircraft and the smooth frames rates with DX9, I never use DX10 Preview. FWIW, I have the new FSUIP 4.0 for FSX and song-of-a-gun if my AS 6.5 doesn't work in FSX too! For some strange reason, even though I use 888-8 32-bit textures for both FS9 and FSX planes, they are more resolute in FSX.

But uh-uh, I ain't telling ya about how much I got in FSX so far, Panther is prowling and he has cost me a fortune in FS9! :d

Caz
 
Cazzie...If you go to their forums they clearly state that AS6.5 will run textures in FSX..they also advise that you redirect the AS6 install to a folder outside your Sim for the best results running them for both FSX and FS9...... It does work flawless too....:applause:



OK...I needed a new monitor for FSX it seems..More resolution and higher refresh rates.. So that meant the wife wanted one too..Of coarse she doesn't need it ,but has to have it cause I got one.....

The short of it all.....Add another 900 bucks into the mixture for two 24 inch monitors....:banghead::banghead:
 
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