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The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastTempering Your Expectations (Part 2) - Three Grumpy Simmers - EP40Those Grumpy Simmers are back for more grumpy conversations around the Community's Expectations and are they justified .
Following the release of X-Plane 12 Beta and the latest World Update to Microsoft Flight Simulator, the Grumpy Trio assemble to reflect on the wide and varied community reactions and ask some outrageous questions.
This topic was apparently so big it needed two episodes! In this second part we look at Microsoft Flight Simulator's latest World release and wonder if the Interns got the team's coffee orders right...
Missed Part 1? Don't forget to listen in!
2022-10-1849 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastTempering Your Expectations (Part 1) - Three Grumpy Simmers - EP39Those Grumpy Simmers are back for more grumpy conversations around the Community's Expectations and are they justified .
Following the release of X-Plane 12 Beta and the latest World Update to Microsoft Flight Simulator, the Grumpy Trio assemble to reflect on the wide and varied community reactions and ask some outrageous questions.
This topic was apparently so big it needed two episodes! In this first part we review some community reactions to X-Plane 12's launch and wonder if we all read the sticker on the box...
Join us for Part 2 coming soon here!
2022-10-1840 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP38 - Your Milage May VaryThose Grumpy Simmers are back for more and this time its tackling the simple yet apparently complex idea that your milage may vary through your experience!
Join us for an hour of thoughtful discussion about the complexities of what makes addons great and why one size does not fit all.
We are also asking for your help! We are wanting to know Why and How You Sim! We would love to hear from you, and we will be using your responses to power a future episode! Be part of the discussion by completing this survey! https://forms.office.com/r/n6...2022-05-121h 05
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP037 - Ratings-What?!The Three Grumpy Simmers are back to start a new year of Grumpy Nonsense with a topic about feedback.
Following an off-hand comment from a developer, the resident Grumpies look at rating systems, their positives and negatives and where responsibility lies.
We pick apart the current ratings of MSFS and ask the question why they are the way they are? Can platforms make a better system? Can we as users do more to help improve our simming experience? (Spoiler... Yes we can!)
Buckle in for an hour of whimsical nonsense that touches a...2022-02-231h 09The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP36 - Sim Nations In Turmoil!The Three Grumpy Simmers have been startled awake from their restful slumber on their front porches and return with a packed episode covering recent events from all the sim platforms.
From the announcement of X-Plane 12 and FINALLY a Tomcat for that sim, to the upcoming Game Of The Year Edition of Microsoft Flight Simulator through the radio silence from iPACS and Lockheed Martin there is a lot of ground to cover. As usual we dole out dubious advice and give our at times uncomfortable takes on where we as a community are and how we conduct ourselves.2021-11-181h 26
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP35 - Of Consoles, Toxicity and the Flight Simulation CommunityThe Three Grumpy Simmers return with a new episode about an age old issue.
With the recent announcement of a launch date for Microsoft Flight Simulator on Xbox, the ugly head of tribalistic toxicity has raised its head fully for all to see. We have all seen this for years from the sidelines, but the levels that some in our community have sunk to are new. We hold a mirror up to our community and make some honest and uncomfortable observations.
The Three Grumpy Simmers return with a new episode about an...2021-06-3055 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP034 - Of Pirates, Developers and the Flight Simulation Community - Part 2It has been a tumultuous time for the flight simulation community, and there have been many disturbances in the force.
In a special two part episode the Three Grumpy Simmers return to tackle tales of Piracy, Theft and total disrespect for you the virtual aviator.
In Part Two of this episode, the Three Grumpy Simmers take a long hard look at the Fall from Grace of what was once a highly regarded developer Captain Sim following the release of their 777-200 for MSFS. We ask why it happened and what does it mean for all...2021-05-2535 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP33 - Of Pirates, Developers and the Flight Simulation Community - Part 1It has been a tumultuous time for the flight simulation community, and there have been many disturbances in the force.
In a special two part episode the Three Grumpy Simmers return to tackle tales of Piracy, Theft and total disrespect for you the virtual aviator.
In Part One, the Three Grumpy Simmers discuss a crime that was perpetrated against a well known developer here in our community, and what that means for each of us...
Part Two of this episode will air at 0700Z on 25 May 2021.
Don't forget to head over...2021-05-2452 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP32 - State of the (MSFS)NationThe Three Grumpy Simmers have FINALLY been roused from their Yuletide slumber and they are BACK with a vengeance!
The new sim continues to surprise and annoy the simulation community, so three old guys dissect the opinions and the goings on in around Microsoft Flight Simulator; both from the devs and from the community.
Hilarity, consternation and more ensue as we talk over the highs and lows and dispense some indispensable advice!
Don't forget to head over to Helisimmer's Channel for a weekly wrap of all news helicopter and BelGeode's Channel f...2021-04-231h 11
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP31 - 2021 Crystal Ball Gazing and Yuletide Winner Announcement!Those three sons of fun are here for their final episode of 2020 as they gaze into their rather battered Crystal Balls and take a peek behind the mists to see what might lay ahead.
Together we discuss some of the challenges we as a community face, and some of what we believe we can all rejoice over.
Thank you to everyone who entered our Yuletide Giveaway! We loved reading about all the moments that connected you to your fellow simmers this difficult year. It was tough, but there could only be two winners!
...2020-12-151h 11
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP30 - 2020 Reflection and Yuletide Giveaway!Those three sons of fun are back to talk about the latest updates to MSFS and reflect on quite a year.
Together we contemplate the journey we have been on as a community, and how it effects us all now and into the future.
They also are getting a chance to play St Nick and give away two awesome prize packs this year!
Pack 1 is:
- X-Plane 11
- any of VSKYLabs aircraft
- Bell222 double pack Cowan Simulations
Pack 2 is:
- AeroFly FS2
- All DLC produced...2020-12-011h 04
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP29 - How's Your Mental Health Game?The Three Grumpy Simmers make their long awaited return to the airwaves with a topic that is very much suited to 2020 and the world we all find ourselves in.
In this episode we discuss some of the more uncomfortable topics, how to recognize burn out in ourselves and our friends. We talk about how it happens to all of us, and what we can each do.
Spending a little time reflecting on the journey we have had with flight simulation, we appreciate the journey we are on, and ask a question we...2020-11-131h 12
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP28 - Microsoft Flight Simulator Release Date Announcement ThoughtsThe Three Grumpy Simmers have been roused from their slumber by Microsoft's announcement this week of a confirmed release date for their reentry into the flight simulation world on August 18 2020.
We dissect the information provided by Microsoft as part of the announcement and give our thoughts and impressions. Listen to us prattle on about our excitement, and our concerns following the announcement. We also relieve some moments of simulation history and ask what lessons might be learned from them.
Thanks to you the simming community, we also get an insight into wh...2020-07-211h 25
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP27 - Realism And ImmersionThe Three Grumpy Simmers are back once again to give their take on the seeming never satisfied quest for Realism and Immersion. With the recent release of Prepar3D v5, as well as the upcoming new sim from Microsoft, questions about this topic have once again bubbled to the for in major ways.
Each of us muse on the meaning behind each of these words, and discuss how to balance these quests with the realities of our world. They also go through some of the challenges faced in this never ending quest, and pose the question of...2020-05-2646 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP26 - COVID-19 and the Simming WorldThe Three Grumpy Simmers return to a time of turmoil throughout the world.
So while its not simming, we share our experiences of the global pandemic and how it has affected our lives.
We also celebrate how the simmming community has come together with the call to #stayhomeandflightsim especially form some very generous developers!
Stay safe out there and grab yourself something new and different to sim with as we all do our part to fight the pandemic.
some of the developers who are giving away content or offering sales during...2020-03-2359 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP25 - Essential Addons and AdviceThose Three Simmers of bad dispositions have returned for another year of Grumpiness!
To celebrate the new year, and the many new faces and gamertags that will be joining us in virtual skies, we delve deeply into a question that we all see A LOT, and one that we feel we as a community need a better answer to.
So, here are your Three Grumpy Simmers talking about the Essential Addons* and Advice for veteran simmers and newbies alike!
*no addons were harmed nor endorsed in the making of this video
2020-01-2851 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP24 - What We Most Want To See In 2020 and Yuletide GiveawayThose Three (not-so) Grumpy Simmers are back to peer into their crystal ball of the future to tell you what they look forward to most in 2020.
They also get to play St Nick and they are getting ready to give away some cool prize packs!
Thanks to everyone who filled out what your Best Simulation Moment of 2019 was and what you are Looking Forward to Most in 2020.
We picked our favourite entries and the winners are listed below!
Prize Pack 1:
Nimbus Huey and XRotors AW139
Taylor Hetzel III
Prize Pack 2:
Xtrident Bell 412 and one of the VSKYLABS helicopter range
Dragoljub Blago...2019-12-1542 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP023 - Best Simulation Moments of 2019 and Yuletide GiveawayThose Three (not-so) Grumpy Simmers are back to do some navel felt gazing and reflect on quite a rollercoaster of a year for the simulation genre.
They also get to play St Nick and they are getting ready to give away some cool prize packs!
Head over to https://tinyurl.com/3GS-yuletide-giveaway-2019 and fill out what your Best Simulation Moment of 2019 was and what you are Looking Forward to Most in 2020.
Each of us will pick our favourite entry and they will win one of three awesome prize packs that are up for grabs from our friends at Nimbua...2019-12-0724 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP022 - Microsoft Flight SimulatorThose Three (not-so) Grumpy Simmers are actually in the same place! Why? At an invitation from Microsoft they have been offered a chance to get up close and personal with the new Microsoft Flight Simulator and the development team.
In this 90 minute journey they go through in detail the known features, their first impressions, their concerns and their hopes. With more than a little trepidation when they started the trip, the end result was very surprising and bodes well for the future. There were more than a few surprises in store for these Grumpy Simmers from Microsoft!
Also, we were...2019-09-301h 39
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP21 - Community ProductionsYour favourite trio of (Not-So) Grumpy Simmers are back on the airwaves once again to embrace one of the positive aspects of our hobby.
They sample three different projects and ways that the community has come together to produce some incredible work!
Don't forget to head over to Helisimmer's Channel for a weekly wrap of all news helicopter and BelGeode's Channel for some great fantastic adventures.
Check out more info about the mods we talk about in the show:
Helix Collective at https://www.helisimmer.com/news/helisimmer-community-team-ka-32-x-plane
Hughs 500D https://forums.x-plane.org/index.php?/files/file/52938-hughes-500d/
...2019-09-1843 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP20 - More Microsoft Flight SimulatorYour favourite trio of technically challenged simmers are back on the airwaves once again and back to discuss more about Microsoft's new sim.
Following the opening of the FSInsider program by Microsoft, the content in that release has gone public thanks to the work of FSElite. In this episode the Three Grumpy Simmers discuss what was revealed, and perhaps more importantly what wasn't. They also reflect on the return of Microsoft Flight Simulator X to Microsoft's stewardship after the Dovetail Games brought it to modern Operating Systems.
Join the old men as they wax lyrical AND discover ghosts of simulators...2019-08-2136 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP19 - Microsoft Did What Now? Just The Facts!Microsoft did WHAT NOW?!?!?!?
So in a bombshell that has rocked the simulation community, just hours after the end of FSExpo and hours into E3, Microsoft released the trailer to their reboot of Microsoft Flight Simulator.
Having abandoned the genre in a less than stirling exit following corporate and community mismanagement (and some help from our own community to shoot ourselves in the foot) 7 years ago, the original pioneers of the flight simulation genre are returning.
In this episode of the Three Grumpy Simmers we distil down to the facts and try to minimize the speculation. We also reflect long...2019-06-1629 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP18 - FSExpo Wrap Up!Your favourite travelling trio of simmers are back on the airwaves once again and some are Jet lagged!
Drew and Sergio attended FSExpo in Orlando last weekend (while Tristan was stuck at home working). Together they reflect on some of the experiences and their takeaways from the US's community driven conference. There are even some unexpected discoveries!
Join the old men as they wax lyrical!
Don't forget to head over to BelGeode's Channel for some great content from the expo and Helisimmer's Channel for Sergio's presentation.
FSExpo will be back in 2020 in Las Vegas! Head over to https://flightsimexpo.com...2019-06-1540 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP17 - The Virtual Reality RevolutionYour favourite cantankerous trio of simmers are back on the airwaves once again and talking about the FUTURE!
Not all that long ago, the concept of holograms and virtual reality was the stuff of science fiction and futurists. Yet now it is as close as our smartphoes and getting more accessible by the day.
Gaming has led the revolution of Virtual Reality, and the technology progresses in leaps and bounds. With the simulation genre ripe for immersion, the Three Grumpy Simmers take a look at some of the technologies behind the revolution and ask how accessible is it really? They al...2019-05-2143 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP16 - Of Kickstarters and DevelopersYour favourite cantankerous trio of simmers are back and at least one is grumpy as hell.
In the wake of the announcement by Military Visualizations of their intention to use Kickstarter to fund the port of their upcoming ATR72 to X-Plane 11 from ESP.
Together we look over the motivations and the impact that this new development could have on the community as well as delving in detail to the project itself.
Links that you may find of use to allow you to make your own decisions:
MilViz Kickstarter - https://www...2019-03-261h 13
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP15 - The Early Access MythThe Three Grumpy Simmers are back for another year of navel gazing nonsense while asking the uncomfortable questions of our community.
We start the year by looking at the concept of Early Access, Alpha and Beta testing and what the impacts of changing attitudes have been on the community. In the wake of the last few years the picture has definitely shifted!
Grab the popcorn and settle in for the ride!
Video also available on YouTube
We can be found at https://www.threegrumpysimmers.com/
Wh...2019-03-0442 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP14 - Freeware Shout OutAfter the depressing nature of the last assemblage of the Three Grumpy Simmers, they are back with a brighter and more hopeful subject matter (don't worry they are still grumpy)
After all the hullabaloo of payware and its haphazard pricing and quality control, the Three Grumpy Simmers highlight some of the quiet achievers and out standing treasures of the community as they talk about some of their favourite Freeware developers.
Ranging from scenery, through helicopters and over to fast jets (and everything in between) these true pillars of the community give so much more than...2018-12-011h 00
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP13 - Aiding Or Profiteering?The Three Grumpy Simmers come together and one is grumpier than normal.
This month The Three Grumpy Simmers assemble to dissect a startling new development in the Flight Sim Store Saga.
With many developers confirming they have had no contact with the online retailer for many months, some have started moving customer who had bought content with them over onto other digital sales / distribution platforms. As a customer of FSS, Novawing24 received an email from Pilot's and their plans to move across to SimMarket...at an unexpected cost.
Together The Three Grumpy Simmers...2018-11-0145 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP12 - Conference Wrap UpThe Three Grumpy Simmers come together with a special guest to reflect on FSExpo and FlightSimCon.
This month we are joined by fellow YouTuber and virtual aviator FlightSimGuy. He and Belgeode reflect on their experiences at FSExpo and along with Novawing24 and Sergio we discuss the pros, cons hopes and dreams.
Don't forget to check out the coverage of the event by Belgeode on his channel and FlightSimGuy's coverage (including Laminars recommendationfor coverage of their part of the expo) at https://www.youtube.com/user/sgbawg0
Who are the Three Grumpy Simmers?
Tristan "Novawing24" Ayton is a highly opinionated YouTube con...2018-07-1050 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP11 - FSExpo and FlightSimConEpisode first broadcast 02/06/2018
The Three Grumpy Simmers are back and this time they are here talking about the two upcoming conferences for Flight Simulation in the US! FSExpo (June 9-10) and FlightSimCon (June 23-24). We talk about some of the highlights from both events as well one of our esteemed membership heading along to FSExpo!
Who are the Three Grumpy Simmers?
Tristan "Novawing24" Ayton is a highly opinionated YouTube content creator with a focus on the Simulation genre. Believeing that giving back to the community is i...2018-07-0243 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP10 - End of a Dream - Goodbye Flight Sim WorldEpisode first broadcast 24/04/2018
The Three Grumpy Simmers are back and this time they are here talking about the demise of Dovetail Games's effort to shake up the Flight Simulation genre.
Flight Sim World has been discontinued and the Three Grumpy Simmers disect its demise, and challenge some of the myths being perpetrated by promenint members of the community.
They also hold a mirror up to the community and ask some tough questions.
Find out more now!
Who are the Three Grumpy Simmers?
...2018-07-011h 04
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP09 - Malware, Piracy and DRMEpisode first broadcast 05/03/2018
The Three Grumpy Simmers are back and this time they are here talking about not just the fiasco with FSLabs, but what are the causes behind it? What drove a company to take such drastic measures? Where will it head next?
An indepth commentary about the state of the simulation space abounds through asking some simple questions.
Find out more now!
Who are the Three Grumpy Simmers?
Tristan "Novawing24" Ayton is a highly opinionated YouTube content creator with a focus on the Si...2018-07-0145 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP08 - Flight Sim World Released?Episode first broadcast 05/02/2018
The Three Grumpy Simmers are back where they began talking about Flight Sim World from Dovetail Games.
A title that has been in constant development for over a year has surprised everyone by leaving early access and going to full release, and in its current state that has surprised everyone.
The Three Grumpy Simmers go through their thoughts and opinions regarding the state of the title at release and muse upon the thoughts behind the decision.
Who are the Three Grumpy Simmers?
...2018-06-3043 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP07 - Festive Simmers Part 2Episode first broadcast 19/12/2017
The Three Grumpy Simmers come together and try to get into the spirit of the festive season with a Giveaway!
In this second part of their festive episode they peer forth into the future to talk about the things they want most in the simulation world in 2018. Oh and they also give away stuff!
Thank you to all the viewers who watched us this year. This was a crazy idea that has become something we love and enjoy. Thanks for being here in 2017 and see you for more gr...2018-06-3032 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP06 - Festive Simmers Part 1Episode first broadcast 10/12/2017
The Three Grumpy Simmers come together and try to get into the spirit of the festive season with a Giveaway! (Oh and they reflect on the best moments of the simulation world for 2017 too)
Giveaway Details With thanks to X-Trident, Dreamfoil and Dovetail Games we are giving away a copy each of the Bell 412, Bell 407 for X-Plane 11 and a copy of the P-40F for Flight Sim World.
***ENTRIES NOW CLOSED***
Head over to ***ENTRIES NOW CLOSED*** and fill out the form to enter into the g...2018-06-2918 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP05 - Searching for Answers - Musings on a new GenerationEpisode first broadcast 01/12/2017
The Three Grumpy Simmers come together to discuss another oft devisive topic, when is it ok to tell people to just "Google it"?
Knowledge is only powerful when it is shared and it is a human imperative to ask questions. However asking a question and demanding an answer when less time to write the social media post spent on a search engine would have yielded the desired result begs a different set of questions.
Laziness or perhaps this is the new norm? Watch for an interesting and occasionally h...2018-06-2939 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP04 - Downloadable Content AKA Add Ons / Scenery / PaywareEpisode first broadcast 13/10/2017
The Three Grumpy Simmers come together to discuss that most devisive of topics in the simulation community - Downloadable Content. They discuss from the perspectives of users and developers and ask is there still hope for consumers? How do communities affect the content that is made available?
Products discussed during this episode (No endorsements were recieved or made nor should be inferrered):
DCS (and DLC) - https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/
SPADNext - https://www.spadnext.com/
Flight Sim World (and DLC) - ht...2018-06-2841 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP03 - Virtual Reality and Community EngagementEpisode first broadcast on 22/08/2017
In this episode the your Three Grumpy Simmers discuss Virtual Reality and its place in the Flight Simulation landscape now and into the future (yes we use crystal balls).
They then take on the sometime sticky and heated topic of community engagement between the community and developers and to each other.
Sit back grab some popcorn and listen to Three Grumpy (and occasionally technically challenged) Simmers now!
Helicopter Simulation Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/helicopterflightsim/
Nova's Personal VLOG - The Tristan F...2018-06-281h 15
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP02 -Flight Sim Con and "Alternative Simulators"Episode first broadcast on 27/06/2017
The Three Grumpy Simmers return (after some technical difficulties) in a new episode!
In this episode they discuss FlightSimCon 2017 and some of the announcements and presences at the conference. After that they take on an interesting discussion around "Alternative Simulators" and how they impact our virtual experience.
Check out the content from FlightSimCon 2017 on BelGeode's and Novawing24's Channels.
Who are the Three Grumpy Simmers?
Tristan "Novawing24" Ayton is a highly opinionated YouTube content creator with a focus on the Simulation genre. Believeing t...2018-06-2749 min
The Three Grumpy Simmers’s PodcastThree Grumpy Simmers - EP01 -Flight Sim WorldThe episode that started it all!
First broadcast on YouTube on 21/05/2017
The newly founded Three Grumpy Simmers come together to discuss the release of Dovetail Games Flight Sim World in Early Access. Together they talk about their concerns, hopes, dreams and fears for the new title and for the flight simulation community at large.
Who are the Three Grumpy Simmers?
Tristan "Novawing24" Ayton is a highly opinionated YouTube content creator with a focus on the Simulation genre. Believeing that giving back to the community is imp...2018-06-2743 min