With the coronavirus pandemic keeping people stuck indoors, some would-be travelers are turning to Microsoft's new Flight Simulator 2020 to explore new horizons.

The latest edition of the venerable flight simulator recently launched to rave reviews. The game is notable for its realistic graphics and detailed maps; for some, the game offers both an escape from grim headlines and a window into a world now unavailable due to closed borders.

“I’ve noticed that there are more conversations about flight simulators in our gaming groups and on social media than ever before,” Ashley Young, owner of the gaming site Gamer Women, said in an email interview. “Almost daily, someone mentions the beautiful historical monuments and world landmarks they see in their flight simulators. A sense of getting over cabin fever, community, beautiful views, and the thrill of landing seem to be driving the appeal of flight simulators since the impact of the coronavirus.”

In a sign of the game’s popularity, some accessories for the game were reportedly sold out. Amazon’s best-selling flight sticks were unavailable for a while after the game’s release, and a quick check of Amazon this week revealed that many are still unavailable.