Hey no hard feelings. It's not an intentional troll!
Currently as we now wait for the next installment, it's been obvious to see where the issues still lie in the Graphics department. To be honest I am mostly flying over the Sea as I find the ground pop-up textures too annoying. But over the sea (and when the particles of smoke aren't too huge, the sim is really enjoyable.
Regarding the legacy I refer to...here's a short clip to show how nothing has changed since the 'old' 1946 days:
Cheers, MP