The beloved PS1 shoot ’em up, Sonic Wings Special, is making a triumphant return to modern consoles this week, bringing nostalgia and excitement to both old fans and new players alike. This re-release, part of Hamster Corporation’s Console Archives series, allows gamers to experience the thrill of piloting one of 26 fighter ships across 17 stages, all while navigating a unique branching stage selection system. Originally launched in 1996, Sonic Wings Special is a compilation of the features from the previous Sonic Wings games, known in the West as Aero Fighters.