- Status: Resolved (Vendor Removed)
- Affected Titles: Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
- Vendor: Mscenery
Microsoft has officially ejected a controversial vendor from its in-game stores, ending a significant controversy that plagued the Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 community. The company announced on the official forums that it is stopping all sales of content from developer Mscenery effective immediately.
Why Mscenery was removed
The decision follows a surge in negative feedback from users regarding the quality and integrity of Mscenery’s products. Microsoft cited three primary reasons for the ban:
- Low-quality content: Users reported that many assets were poorly made and riddled with technical issues.
- Misleading descriptions: Product listings often lacked accurate information and used deceptive imagery, including AI-generated photos that did not reflect the actual in-game experience.
- Suspicious ratings: The community raised concerns about the validity of high user scores for these items, suggesting artificial inflation.
What this means for existing owners
If you have already purchased items from Mscenery, Microsoft confirmed that your access remains intact. Existing purchases will continue to be accessible and usable within both Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 and Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. This action only prevents new transactions; it does not revoke licenses for content you already own.
A step toward marketplace trust
This move addresses immediate community concerns but highlights the need for stricter vetting processes going forward. Microsoft stated that decisions like this are not made lightly and emphasized the role of user feedback in maintaining a trusted environment. While the removal of Mscenery cleans up the store, players are watching to see how Microsoft prevents similar issues with other vendors in the future.
Source: Microsoft Flight Simulator Forums
Source: Latest from Windows Central
Over to you: Have you purchased any addons from Mscenery, or were you aware of the controversy before it was resolved?
