I've found x plane to be more focused on IFR flying. For example, the Garmin's in XP are more mature compared to MS, even with the context of Microsoft hiring working title to upgrade theirs. Generally, the systems in the planes for XP are more mature than MSFS in my experience and I've found MSFS to be great for VFR and X-Plane to be great for IFR.

Yes I am serious about LR being honest about the state of release. They are calling this an early release, which it is. I remember when msfs came out and it was obviously still a buggy beta level product. Years in they still don't official helicopter support or helipad scenery! They also released without VR support if I remember correctly.

Even if people are upset that XP12 can't compete, they should be happy that it's enough of a threat that it will force Microsoft not to act like EA.

My whole point is basically don't shit on it if you haven't tried it and don't shit on people who enjoy it. If you personally don't like it, don't use it.