Got Friends
Website: https://got-friends.com Founded: 2020 Headquarters: United States Platforms: MSFS 2020, MSFS 2024
Overview
Got Friends is a creative flight simulation developer that has distinguished itself by focusing on unusual, experimental, and niche aircraft that other developers typically overlook. From the outrageous modified Wilga known as “Draco X” to high-performance sailplanes and ultralight helicopters, Got Friends fills gaps in the MSFS marketplace with products that offer unique flying experiences.
The company has built a vibrant community around their products, centered on their active Discord server where pilots share experiences, organize group flights, and participate in weekly events. Their approach combines quality aircraft development with community engagement, creating a following that goes beyond simple customer relationships.
Got Friends products span an impressive range from STOL aircraft and gliders to warbirds and experimental designs, unified by a commitment to bringing interesting, flyable aircraft to the simulation rather than just another variant of common types.
History
Got Friends emerged in 2020 following the launch of Microsoft Flight Simulator, quickly establishing themselves with their distinctive approach to aircraft selection. Rather than competing directly with established developers in popular aircraft categories, they identified underserved niches.
Their early success with gliders and experimental aircraft led to expansion into other categories including WWII warbirds, ultralights, and modified bush planes. The company has maintained a steady release schedule while building one of the more engaged communities in the MSFS ecosystem.
Aircraft Portfolio
Current Products
- Draco X - Modified Wilga with extreme STOL performance, inspired by the famous real-world aircraft
- Discus-2c - High-performance competition sailplane
- AS 33 Me - Self-launching motorglider
- Wilga - Polish utility and bush aircraft
- Mini-500 - Revolutionary ultralight helicopter
- F4F-4 Wildcat - WWII carrier-based fighter
- Aeroprakt A-32 Vixxen - Modern high-wing light sport aircraft
- DoubleEnder - Unique twin-boom design
- Astro ONE - Ultralight aircraft
- Project Crosskart - Ground vehicle/ultralight hybrid
Freeware
- Various liveries and community projects available at no cost
Avitars
- Pilot avatar packages for enhanced immersion
Notable Achievements
- First to bring a high-quality Draco replica to MSFS
- Strong glider portfolio filling an underserved category
- Mini-500 helicopter broke new ground for ultralight rotorcraft in MSFS
- Built one of the most active developer Discord communities
- Partnerships with National STOL and other aviation organizations
Community Reputation
Got Friends enjoys an enthusiastic following among pilots who appreciate flying something different. The community-focused approach, anchored by their Discord server, creates genuine engagement beyond typical developer-customer relationships. Products are praised for fun factor and interesting flight characteristics, though some note systems depth varies by product. Pricing is accessible, with most aircraft in the £8-19 range. The company is known for choosing unusual aircraft that spark curiosity—if you want something you won’t see at every virtual airport, Got Friends likely has it.