Laminar Research Outlines X-Plane 12 Roadmap for 2026

Laminar Research has published a year-in-review post looking back at 2025 and outlining what X-Plane 12 users can expect in 2026. The update covers completed milestones and upcoming features for the simulator.

2025 highlights

Last year saw major updates to X-Plane 12 including the 12.2.0 graphics overhaul, weather radar capability in 12.3, and the comprehensive A330-300 C-Check. Laminar described 2025 as a year focused on visual fidelity and aircraft systems depth.

What is coming in 2026

While Laminar keeps specific feature announcements close to the chest, the roadmap post suggests continued focus on scenery improvements, aircraft systems refinement and performance optimization. The 12.4.x series is expected to bring incremental but meaningful improvements throughout the year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will there be an X-Plane 13?

Laminar has not announced X-Plane 13. The current focus remains on improving X-Plane 12 through regular updates.

Is X-Plane 12 still getting new aircraft?

Yes. The A330-300 was the latest default aircraft addition, and the third-party ecosystem continues to grow with new releases from developers like Toliss, Rotate and X-Crafts.