When MSFS 2020 first debuted, HOODLUM was the first group to bypass its digital rights management (DRM). This version was notable because it allowed users to connect to Microsoft’s servers to stream and real-world textures, which many originally thought would be impossible for a non-official copy. Original Version: 1.7.12.0
As of early 2026, the official Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 has reached (version 1.39.12.0), while most older HOODLUM-based distributions are significantly outdated. The History of the HOODLUM Release msfs 2020 hoodlum update