Pilotwings 64 Nintendo 64
  • Publisher: Nintendo
  • Release Date: Sep 29, 1996
Metascore
80 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 13 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 13
  3. Negative: 1 out of 13
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  1. Nintendorks
    80
    This was a well designed game that was rushed a bit. Another month of development and this game could have been better than Mario (well, a month's a rough estimate).
  2. TotalGames.net
    90
    Simply flying around and admiring the scenery is an enjoyable enough pass-time. When you get serious with the game, it's demanding but fair, constantly pushing you further in mastering the various craft and the environment.
  3. Electric Playground
    90
    A silky smooth wonder. The absolute freedom that can be yours in this game is unprecedented. With a large screen television and proper stereo amplification, Pilot Wings 64 truly takes us where no console game has ever gone before.
  4. Computer and Video Games
    90
    The best part of Pilotwings 64 is exploring the four islands. You'll not believe just how huge the islands really are and, because certain elements are hidden at first, it'll take you months to see everything.
  5. GameSpot
    89
    Pilotwings 64 comes close to being the most realistic experience ever offered on a home video gaming system. The thrill factor for gaming has been upped with this title.
  6. IGN
    82
    It's a classic Nintendo game made up of simple, addictive qualities and garnished with superlative detail and graphic finesse.
  7. GameShark
    80
    It's a great game that's filled with memories of what used to be considered mind-blowing. Check it out.
  8. Nintendojo
    70
    A great game -- a little light on action -- but nevertheless a break-through title.
  9. Games Domain
    100
    This game is the 'chill-out area' in the game nightclub, it is so peaceful, and gives a real buzz when you do well.
  10. Hot Games
    80
    A fun and carefree flight sim that anyone can (and everyone should) enjoy.
  11. All Game Guide
    80
    One of the most fun flight simulators to date.
  12. Game Revolution
    33
    Overall, there's not much to this game, if you can call it a game. If you're looking for a game with a point or a plot, keep looking.
  13. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    84
    Take a self-guided tour of Little America - it's not every day you get to fly an autogyro. [Jan 2004, p.189]
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User Score
8.3 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 10 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. bestbloodyday
    7
    Very strange game, the goal is to pass a series of flying tests with your pilot. There are some interesting scenarios and the music is good. Aside from that, the game gets boring very fast because of the lack of objectives in the game.… Full Review »
  2. Starfire
    10
    An amazingly relaxing experience- the music, the sense of flight, the changing skies and weather. I have yet to see anything match it, as even though I don't like simulators, I love flying this way. It shows just how revolutionary the N64 was, I hope more people get to try it, maybe on the Wii.… Full Review »
  3. SilentNinja
    10
    When the first mariokart game came out for SNES i liked it then when supermario 64 came out i loved it!
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