Addon request for console
Hey guys, I wanted to throw an idea your way that would completely change the immersion in msfs especially on console.
Would it ever be possible to get an addon that has an actual body model ( like ones from pilot in command addon ) tied to the cockpit camera POV? kind of like having actual eyes, shoulders, and arms sitting in the seat, complete with realistic camera shake .
Even better if the hands could physically animate to flip switches, push buttons, move levers, and control the sidestick/yoke, along with feet on the rudders when you make inputs. basically bridging the gap between FsRealistic and limited addons on console even better and more realistic ( that would be nice on default aircrafts but if not possible at least would be possible on the 787-8/9 v2 )
@HoLeeKaoIm not an expert but I think that would demand a lot of processing power for letting the " body " interact 1 on 1 with your mouse/quadrant movements and actions and it would always run behind because you don't want the action to take place after your mouse clicked it and then the " hand or foot" needs to go to that position to perform the action requested.
Although for some people it would add to the immersion, I would be surprised if that isn't a bit to much for console( im still hoping for visible crew/passengers ;) ) . But as said before , im not a tech guy so maybe im totally wrong on this.
In reply tobelal⬆:Francis @LeadDeveloper2026-09-07 16:03:46.764ZI think its a great idea to have a working copilot.
I think it's possible, but we'll investigate it in the background and run performance tests. Many large video games will play perfectly on consoles, but being a simulator where you have to see many objects from afar is tricky with performance. BUT I think this can be done.
Passengers in the cabin, I think I have a solution for this for the consoles.
- BBelal Ahmed @belal
I know it would be a performance killer for the Series S but I think a static model for low ram devices + Realistic camera shake would be good as the “Camera Shake” option does not work when flying an airliner .
Francis @LeadDeveloper2026-09-08 21:00:45.995ZI think static model would be better for the S but it's too early to ask those quesitons.
I've been seen how the S is doing great in heavy airports so not all hope is lost.