Games related to airplanes for children

Mikael,

Before we get too carried away, what are your computers specifications?
You'll need a modern processor, about 768 RAM and a good graphics card to
run FS2004....

Dallas

"Dallas"
Mikael,
Before we get too carried away, what are your computers specifications?

Err... that should have been directed to Top Spin...


Dallas

On Sun, 27 Feb 2005 20:26:43 GMT, "Dallas"
wrote:

Mikael,

Before we get too carried away, what are your computers specifications?
You'll need a modern processor, about 768 RAM and a good graphics card to
run FS2004....

I think his computer is good. If not, his folks will get a new one. He
already has a lot of educational games and they play just fine.

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On Sun, 27 Feb 2005 20:15:22 GMT, "Mikael K"
wrote:


On 27-Feb-2005, Top Spin wrote:

That's encouraging. He's not a prodigy, is he? ;-)

Nope.. No prodigy (except the ordinary)... But thx for asking... ;o)

So the game can be scaled down or customized to make it a little
easier to use for beginners?

As easy as to push the throttle forward, and pull the stick back...
And then just a little guidance to find out how to select the
favourite-airplane of the day, and start the flight...

By the way.. Does he have a joystick? With a "speed"-lever on (to be
preferred for easy control of speed)?
This would be a good thing to have, to get the most joy out of a flight
simulator...
If he has to steer with the keyboard, he will quickly put the simulator
aside...

Nope. That was going to be my next question.

Any recommendations for a really good joystick?

Is there anything else? Leather flight jacket? Silk scarf? French
lass?

I think I read about foot pedals. I guess that can be for birthday
next year if he's still into it.

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On 28-Feb-2005, Top Spin wrote:

Any recommendations for a really good joystick?

For the good quality all-round joystick, I would recommend a Logitech
Extreme 3D Pro..
Prices are around 30-35$...

With regards to the foot pedals, that would add to further realism...
But it might be to much at one time. Then they would be better to add later
(in a couple of years)...

Regards
Mikael K

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My grandson just turned 5 this month. When he comes over he either wants to
play Train Simulator(he is fascinated by trains!) or Flight Simulator(his
second fascination.) He is fairly good at flying, just can't land. But he
enjoys the takeoffs and flying around the sky. If you can find a friend who
had Flight Sim, maybe your grandson could try it there.
Tom
"Top Spin" wrote in message
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My grandson will be 8 in a month. He loves airplanes. He is also
pretty good on the computer. I was thinking of getting him a copy of
FS for his birthday, but after lurking on this ng for a few days, I am
concerned that the game is too complicated for an 8 year old.

I would appreciate any opinions on the appropriateness of FS for an 8
year old boy. If FS is not a good choice, I would appreciate
suggestions for other games involving ariplanes that would be.

He has a Windows 2000 computer.

Thanks

PS: Is there a ng that deals with children's games?


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On Sun, 27 Feb 2005 09:43:16 -0700, "Tom Garrett"
wrote:

My grandson just turned 5 this month. When he comes over he either wants to
play Train Simulator(he is fascinated by trains!)

He also likes trains. I didn't notice train simulator before. Are you
talking about the Microsoft game?

Is it easier to use that flight simulator? Maybe I'll get that for him
first and then FS later.

Any peripherals needed for TS (joystick)?

or Flight Simulator(his
second fascination.) He is fairly good at flying, just can't land. But he
enjoys the takeoffs and flying around the sky.

That's encouraging.

If you can find a friend who
had Flight Sim, maybe your grandson could try it there.
Tom
"Top Spin" wrote in message
.. .
My grandson will be 8 in a month. He loves airplanes. He is also
pretty good on the computer. I was thinking of getting him a copy of
FS for his birthday, but after lurking on this ng for a few days, I am
concerned that the game is too complicated for an 8 year old.

I would appreciate any opinions on the appropriateness of FS for an 8
year old boy. If FS is not a good choice, I would appreciate
suggestions for other games involving ariplanes that would be.

He has a Windows 2000 computer.

Thanks

PS: Is there a ng that deals with children's games?


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Yes, it's Microsoft Train Simulator. No joystick or Yoke needed, just the
keyboard. If he can read, which he should being 8, he should be able to use
it and have a ball. BUT, driving trains is not half the fun of flying
planes. What I would suggest, is ask him which he likes best, planes or
trains, and take it from there.
Tom
"Top Spin" wrote in message
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On Sun, 27 Feb 2005 09:43:16 -0700, "Tom Garrett"
wrote:

My grandson just turned 5 this month. When he comes over he either wants
to
play Train Simulator(he is fascinated by trains!)

He also likes trains. I didn't notice train simulator before. Are you
talking about the Microsoft game?

Is it easier to use that flight simulator? Maybe I'll get that for him
first and then FS later.

Any peripherals needed for TS (joystick)?

or Flight Simulator(his
second fascination.) He is fairly good at flying, just can't land. But he
enjoys the takeoffs and flying around the sky.

That's encouraging.

If you can find a friend who
had Flight Sim, maybe your grandson could try it there.
Tom
"Top Spin" wrote in message
. ..
My grandson will be 8 in a month. He loves airplanes. He is also
pretty good on the computer. I was thinking of getting him a copy of
FS for his birthday, but after lurking on this ng for a few days, I am
concerned that the game is too complicated for an 8 year old.

I would appreciate any opinions on the appropriateness of FS for an 8
year old boy. If FS is not a good choice, I would appreciate
suggestions for other games involving ariplanes that would be.

He has a Windows 2000 computer.

Thanks

PS: Is there a ng that deals with children's games?


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On Sun, 27 Feb 2005 17:02:37 -0700, "Tom Garrett"
wrote:

Yes, it's Microsoft Train Simulator. No joystick or Yoke needed, just the
keyboard. If he can read, which he should being 8, he should be able to use
it and have a ball. BUT, driving trains is not half the fun of flying
planes. What I would suggest, is ask him which he likes best, planes or
trains, and take it from there.
Tom

I'm guessing that Train Simulator does not demand nearly the processor
or graphics power that FS does. Right?

Thanks


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"Top Spin"
I'm guessing that Train Simulator does not demand nearly the processor
or graphics power that FS does. Right?

I have no idea... :-)

http://www.microsoft.com/games/trainsimulator/


Dallas