Sonic Wings Reunion: Western Release Date and Physical Editions Confirmed for Nintendo Switch, PS5, and PS4

Sonic Wings Reunion: Western Release Date and Physical Editions Confirmed for Nintendo Switch, PS5, and PS4 The iconic arcade shoot-'em-up franchise, Sonic Wings (known as Aero Fighters in the West), is making a triumphant return.

Developer Success, renowned for cult classics like the Cotton series, has officially confirmed the Western release date for Sonic Wings Reunion.

This highly anticipated sequel will be available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch starting October 7th, 2025. Red Art Games Steps in as Western Publisher Red Art Games has officially announced it will oversee the overseas publishing of Sonic Wings Reunion's console editions.

In a recent statement released via their social media channels, Red Art Games confirmed that not only will they handle digital distribution for European and North American audiences, but they will also be responsible for producing physical editions for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5.

This ensures that collectors and fans of physical releases on Nintendo Switch and PS5 will have the opportunity to secure a boxed copy of this latest entry in the Sonic Wings saga. Details on Localization and Pre-orders The Steam version of Sonic Wings Reunion is set to launch in Japan and globally on May 29th, 2025, featuring a range of language options, including English, French, German, Spanish, and Portuguese.

However, it was previously unconfirmed when the localized console versions would become available.

The recent announcement clarifies that the Western release for Nintendo Switch, PS4, and PS5 will follow on October 7th, 2025.

Red Art Games will also open pre-orders for the physical editions on May 27th at 5PM CEST, with further details and potentially additional features to be shared at that time. Promotional Activities and Arcade Presence As part of its promotional campaign, Success has released new gameplay footage on its official YouTube channel, offering enthusiasts the first in-depth look at Sonic Wings Reunion in action.

Simultaneously, a public location test was held at Mikado Game Center in Tokyo from May 2nd to May 10th, 2025.

This playtest, documented on the Mikado Game Center’s official YouTube channel, has provided valuable feedback and generated excitement leading up to the game's launch.

Additionally, an exclusive arcade release powered by Sega Corp’s ALL.Net P-ras MULTI Version 3 (APM3) platform is scheduled alongside home console and PC editions. Legacy and Series History Sonic Wings debuted in arcades in 1992, developed by Video System, and quickly became a favorite among shmup enthusiasts.

The series expanded with multiple sequels across arcades and home consoles, including Sonic Wings Special and Aero Fighters Assault on the Nintendo 64, produced in partnership with Pilotwings 64 co-developer Paradigm Entertainment.

Sonic Wings Reunion marks the franchise’s first new entry in decades, with original series composer Soshi Hosoi returning to craft the soundtrack, ensuring authenticity and nostalgia for longtime fans. With a confirmed Western launch, extensive language options, and the promise of both digital and physical editions, Sonic Wings Reunion is positioned as a major highlight for shoot-'em-up fans on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and PC in 2025.

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