My previous simulator was from the Great Planes era, so I thought it time for an upgrade. I'm kind of sorry I did, at the very least I should have read the reviews online. Instead of getting a CD as before, one is forced to open an account on Steam, downloading their software first and be online whenever you use the software. Suppose that is a sign of the times but after spending 30 minutes trying to get past the CAPTCHA, I decided to take a break. I decided to try my Mac after experiencing further problems, so I downloaded the Steam software yet again, which allowed me to open an account finally. It might have been worth it if it ran on Macs, but no such luck, so I deleted it. So far it does work like the good ole Real Flight of old, but would venture to say that it is not worth upgrading.