Game Boy Advance · Shoot 'em Up / Shooter
Wings
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2003 (originally 1990) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Shooter |
| Developer | Crawfish Interactive |
| Publisher | Zoo Digital Publishing |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Game Boy Advance in 2003, Wings is a shoot 'em up developed by Crawfish Interactive and published by Zoo Digital Publishing. This GBA release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1990. It blends shoot 'em up and shooter elements.
It landed about 2 years into the GBA's life. Other notable GBA releases from 2003 include Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga, Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow and Sonic Battle. Among the 25 GBA shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #11 by legacy score.
Crawfish Interactive also made Defender of the Crown, Ballistic: Ecks vs. Sever and Nicktoons Racing for the GBA.
Wings supports up to 4 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the GBA hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing Wings is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Wings walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Wings.
If you like Wings, the Matrix also picks…
Playing GBA games today
The GBA is one of the best-value retro libraries around, with deep RPGs and tactics games that suit portable play. A growing selection is on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, and Rec0m88 supports GBA if you own the games.
Wings FAQ
When did Wings come out on the GBA?
Wings was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2003; the original game dates back to 1990.
Who made Wings?
It was developed by Crawfish Interactive and published by Zoo Digital Publishing.
Is Wings multiplayer?
Yes. Wings supports up to 4 players.
How long does Wings take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Wings typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Wings on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.