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A rare PlayStation 1 shooter is unexpectedly being ported to the PlayStation 5 this week, bringing a nostalgic classic into the modern gaming world.
What PS1 game is getting a PS5 port this week?
Sonic Wings Special, the 1996 vertically scrolling shooter, is set to launch on the PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 on Thursday, March 12, 2026. The game will be available for $11.99.
This port of Sonic Wings Special marks the newest addition to Hamster Corporation’s Console Archives series, which has been showcasing a variety of rare and unusual console titles re-released for newer systems. The series has previously included games like Cool Boarders, Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword of Chaos, and more.
Originally released in 1996, Sonic Wings Special was developed by Video System for 32-bit home consoles. The storyline centers around a team of fighter pilots uniting to thwart an evil organization’s coup.
The game also offers multiple endings, with the narrative shifting based on the decisions players make. It was initially released on the Sega Saturn and PlayStation 1, with later ports to arcades.
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