Interview with a Virtual Earth Architect

▶ Source –  Rock Paper Shotgun ▶ In this interview with Jorg Neumann, head of Microsoft Flight Simulator, the article explores how the 2024 edition has pushed the boundaries of realism by leveraging satellite data, Bing Maps, and community contributions. Neumann discusses the platform’s emphasis on fidelity, user collaboration, including the potential use of drones to enhance geographic accuracy, and potential applications for preserving environmental and cultural landmarks while addressing the technical and ethical challenges of simulating Earth on this scale.
▶ Image – Microsoft ▶