I got bit by this bug some years ago. I can suggest you get a machine dedicated to the task of running only flightsims. ;) You're going to need disk space and

I got bit by this bug some years ago. I can suggest you get a machine dedicated to the task of running only flightsims. ;) You're going to need disk space and GPU. My current "flight" laptop is a mid-spec gaming system from 3 years ago, paired with a Warthog HOTAS setup with stick, throttle and rudder controls (https://www.thrustmaster.com/products/hotas-warthog/ https://www.thrustmaster.com/products/hotas-warthog/), a dedicated speaker system, and a comfy lazyboy specifically for the task of seating me in comfort for hours on end. ;) There are a couple alternatives to the Warthog - many people suggest Virpil (https://virpil-controls.eu https://virpil-controls.eu) or VKB (https://flightsimcontrols.com/product/gladiator-evo-space-combat-edition/ https://flightsimcontrols.com/product/gladiator-evo-space-co...) controls instead. One thing to know is that Virpil is backwards-compatible with Warthog, so if you go the (cheaper) route with Warthog and later decide to upgrade, that's a bonus. Either way, be prepared for an investment. This is one of those hobbies where you can start out mid-range/cheap, and end up investing 5x - 10x as much as you become a better (armchair) pilot. Still .. cheaper (and safer) than having a real airplane, and a lot of fun ..