Laminar Research has released the sixth beta update for X-Plane 12, version 12.2.0, on May 22nd, 2025.
As always, Laminar Research strongly recommends that users of this beta check or remove any existing mods, as they may adversely interfere with the rendering parameters of this update. A default install is highly recommended. Examples cited include VisualXP, RXP Enhancer Mod, various FlyWithLua Scripts, and the X-Crafts E-Jet Family 2.0.
Additionally, Laminar Research has pointed out several known issues in the latest beta update, and has stated that there is no need to report them again as they are already being worked on.
Known Issues
Graphics
- Cloud flickering may still occur in some situations
- Cloud shadows can appear too dark under certain conditions
- Cloud artifacts may still be visible in same cases
Fixes and Enhancements
General
- Fixed cloud flickering in the right eye display when using VR (XPD-16905)
- Fixed a crash when setting the weather using the IOS (XPD-16910)
- Fixed texture in Artificial Horizon instrument (XPD-16924)
- Fixed an error that caused navigation data alerts when using Navigraph data
Graphics Core Engine
- Fixed performance issues when using orthophotos (XPD-16850)
- Fixed a device loss issue when switching screens while using X-Plane (XPD-16921)
- Fixed several other device loss errors
Graphics
- Improved cloud visualisation
- Improved volumetric fog near the aircraft (XPD-16906)
- Fixed a device loss when zooming into clouds (XPD-16908)
- Improved exposure in VR
The full release notes are available on the official X-Plane website.
