Sonic Wings
Known as Aero Fighters in North America, this manic shooter features six unique aircraft with special weapons battling through global locations. Famous for its quirky humor and intense bullet patterns, it became a cult classic in the shoot 'em up genre.
Platform
snes
Year
1993
Genre
Shoot 'em up
Developer
Video System
Controls
About This Game
Features six playable pilots including the infamous Mao Mao (the flying cat)
Each character has unique weapons and three different bomb types
Includes branching paths that change based on performance
Known for its absurd humor including enemy penguins and UFOs
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