If you are a fan of Microsoft Flight Simulator X (FSX), you might have wondered how it would look like to fly at night with a night vision device. Well, wonder no more, because there is a mod/add-on that can give you that experience. It's called the FSX Night Vision Mod, and it adds a realistic green/black night vision effect to your virtual flights. In this blog post, I will show you how to install and use this mod, as well as some tips and tricks to make the most out of it.
Installation
The installation of this mod is fairly simple, but it requires you to overwrite some files in your main FSX folder. Therefore, I recommend you to make a backup of your original files before proceeding. Here are the steps to follow:
1. Download the FSX Night Vision Mod from this link: . The file size is about 544 KB and it's free to download.
2. Extract the zip file and open the FSX_NV_MOD folder. You will see three files: d3d9.dll, enbpalette.bmp, and enbseries.ini. These are the files that will enable the night vision effect in FSX.
3. Copy these three files and paste them into your main FSX install folder. This is usually located at C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Games\Microsoft Flight Simulator X or C:\Program Files\Microsoft Games\Microsoft Flight Simulator X, depending on your system.
4. If you already have another ENBSeries mod installed in your FSX folder, you will need to overwrite it with these files. Otherwise, you can skip this step.
5. Optionally, you can also install a "tube" night vision panel into your aircraft of choice. This will simulate the view through a night vision device with a circular shape and some distortion. To do this, you will need to edit the panel.cfg file of your aircraft and add some lines of code. You can find the instructions and the files in the simobjects/yourairplane/panel folder inside the FSX_NV_MOD folder.
Usage
Once you have installed the mod, you can launch FSX and start a flight at night. To activate the night vision mode, press SHIFT+F12 on your keyboard. You will see the screen turn green and black, with enhanced light sources and contrast. To deactivate it, press SHIFT+F12 again.
You can also adjust some settings of the night vision effect by editing the enbseries.ini file with Notepad. For example, you can change the brightness, contrast, saturation, gamma, and bloom values to suit your preference. You can also enable or disable some effects such as noise, sharpening, color correction, and lens flare.
Tips and Tricks
Here are some tips and tricks to make your night vision flights more enjoyable and realistic:
- Choose a dark scenery with minimal light pollution. This will make the night vision effect more noticeable and immersive.
- Use realistic weather settings such as low visibility, clouds, fog, rain, or snow. This will add some challenge and atmosphere to your flight.
- Use aircraft with low-light instruments or cockpit lighting. This will prevent glare and reflection from interfering with your night vision view.
- Use headphones or speakers with surround sound. This will enhance your auditory perception and awareness of your surroundings.
- Avoid looking directly at bright light sources such as runway lights, airport buildings, or other aircraft. This will prevent temporary blindness or damage to your night vision device.
- Have fun and explore different locations and scenarios with your night vision mod!
Conclusion
The FSX Night Vision Mod is a great way to spice up your night flights in FSX. It adds a realistic and immersive night vision effect that can make your flights more challenging and enjoyable. It's easy to install and use, and it's compatible with most aircraft and sceneries. If you are looking for a new way to experience FSX at night, I highly recommend you to try this mod.
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