Project Wingman

 PC
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. 4P.de
    Mar 12, 2021
    73
    The mission design as well as some mechanical weaknesses sometimes kill the mood. But presentation and the dogfights are top-notch – especially in VR.
  2. IGN Japan
    Mar 5, 2021
    70
    Project Wingman is an indie aerial combat game that could easily be mistaken for a AAA title. If playing a flight shooter in VR on PC is your dream, look no further. However, with repetitive gameplay and a story that’s difficult to understand, Project Wingman just doesn’t feel exhilarating enough to make it enjoyable for the casual player.
  3. DarkZero
    Feb 4, 2021
    70
    Project Wingman is not scared of being the indie Ace Combat copy, and it is that brave approach by the developers to replicate something they enjoy that makes it a recommendation for anyone who loves taking to the skies.
  5. The Indie Game Website
    Nov 30, 2020
    70
    Overall, Project Wingman, or dare I say Ace Combat 8: Oh no not more rockets should absolutely fill the boots of those who have been looking for an arcade aerial combat game. Specifically of the Ace Combat genre.
  6. Screen Rant
    Nov 30, 2020
    70
    With impressive graphics and relatively smooth gameplay, Project Wingman gives air combat fans something much more fun than frustrating. However, lack of innovation, quiet audio and a somewhat wonky UI means it's a game that will likely only be enjoyed by those who already consider themselves fans of the genre.
  7. UploadVR
    Dec 9, 2020
    60
    Outside of VR, Project Wingman really is the Ace Combat spinoff fans have always dreamed of. If you just have a gamepad and want to feel like you’re in Top Gun without needing to learn aerodynamics, you’ll have a lot of fun. In VR it’s still playable with a gamepad, but that ruins the immersion for the most part. Project Wingman is still a good game, but the shaky VR support drags everything down significantly.
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  1. PC Invasion
    Nov 30, 2020
    In the end, Project Wingman is a fun arcade plane romp. It’s definitely not meant for people who love DCS and the “my plane just turned into the world’s angriest glider because my fuel tank got a glancing hit 5 minutes ago” gameplay that it offers. However, it’s perfect to scratch that Ace Combat/Hawx itch that most companies don’t even dare approach. It’s a shame about that ending, though.

Awards & Rankings

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#94 Most Discussed PC Game of 2020

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User Score
8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 65 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 53 out of 65
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 65
  3. Negative: 8 out of 65
  1. taufik97
    Dec 5, 2020
    9
    If you love arcade flight sim like ace combat, you will love this one too
    Pros :
    -Better flight model than the other games in arcade flight    If you love arcade flight sim like ace combat, you will love this one too
    Pros :
    -Better flight model than the other games in arcade flight sim genre
    -Ability to carry multiple SP weapon on the aircraft hardpoints
    -Awesome soundtrack
    -Lovely WSO (only available on 2 seater aircraft)
    Cons
    -Only 21 aircraft available right now (v1.0.3)
    -Limited choice of 2 seater aircraft (F-4E, SU-25, MiG31, CF-105, F-14D)    … Full Review »
  2. MattTS
    Aug 8, 2021
    0
    The game has a few positive things going for it but it insists on wasting your time by making you start missions from the start rather thanThe game has a few positive things going for it but it insists on wasting your time by making you start missions from the start rather than having checkpoints. I value my time more than wasting 40 minutes just to have the game tell me the mission was failed at the very last second.… Full Review »
  3. trainiac12
    Dec 2, 2020
    9
    Project wingman scratches an itch that I've had for VR flight action since it was announced for PS4 Ace Combat. This is a full fat VR gameProject wingman scratches an itch that I've had for VR flight action since it was announced for PS4 Ace Combat. This is a full fat VR game made by 2 people with a solid but not groundbreaking story and fun characters and boss fights. Graphically, this game is very impressive for such a small effort.

    There are some bugs, that the developers are scrambling to fix as I type this review. This is not a perfect product, and could have spent another month or so on bug fixes. However, the bugs are non game effecting and did not detract from the experience in any meaningful way.

    I'll summarize like this: Ace Combat 7, which heavily inspired this game, is like a ribeye at a 5 star restaurant. It's immaculate, made by the chef who's been making it for years and has it to a cold science of spices and flavors. Project Wingman is a New York Strip from your favorite hometown diner. It's not as perfect and immaculate, but it comes with a care and warmth that can only come from a passion for the product. Easy recommendation for any fan of the genre.    … Full Review »
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