Stranger Things Takes Flight — Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Welcomes Stranger Things’ Haunted Town of Hawkins
The skies over Hawkins, Indiana — the eerie town at the center of Stranger Things — are about to open up for exploration in a whole new way. As part of a new crossover, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 will soon allow players to fly over a recreated version of the fictional town, complete with recognizable landmarks and a mysterious atmosphere.
The crossover was teased with footage of a UH-1H Huey helicopter flying above what appears to be the Hawkins National Laboratory. The chopper is marked “Hawkins Heli-Tours,” hinting at a more tourist-like experience — if tourists were brave enough to hover over supernatural territory.
This marks a unique departure for the franchise, which has traditionally focused on real-world accuracy and photorealistic landscapes. Instead of global metropolises or remote wilderness, players will now have a chance to soar above a location rooted in science fiction and horror.
With Stranger Things approaching its final season, this crossover comes at the perfect moment to generate buzz among fans of both the show and the simulator. Whether you’re a die-hard pilot or just curious to explore Hawkins from the sky, this update could be one of the most unexpected and atmospheric additions yet.
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