GeoFS
A free flight simulator in the browser using satellite terrain for the entire planet, with real air traffic overhead.
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How to get the most from it
GeoFS sits in Sandboxes & Simulators under Play, filed as coffee break.
- Set aside five to fifteen minutes and give it your proper attention.
- Use a laptop or desktop computer — we file it as desktop only.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something mesmerising and beautiful.
About this category: Physics toys, ecosystems and falling-sand games with no win condition. Set the initial state, then find out what the rules do with it.
Good for
- Filling a coffee break properly
- Watching something hypnotic for a while
- Looking at something lovely
- A quiet break at your desk
- Trying it with zero commitment
GeoFS: quick answers
Is GeoFS free?
Yes. GeoFS is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use GeoFS?
No. You can use GeoFS without signing up for anything.
Does GeoFS work on a phone?
Not well. We file GeoFS as desktop only, so open it on a laptop or desktop computer.
Is GeoFS safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does GeoFS take?
We file it as "Coffee break": Five to fifteen minutes of proper attention.
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