Carrier Air Wing (video game)
This article is about the game. For the naval unit, please see Carrier air wing.
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| Developer(s) | Capcom |
| Publisher(s) | Capcom |
| Platform(s) | Arcade |
| Release | 1990 |
| Genre(s) | Scrolling shooter |
| Mode(s) | 2 |
| Arcade system | CPS-1 |
Carrier Air Wing is an arcade game that was released in 1990 by Capcom. It uses the CPS-1 arcade system and is a solid and hugely playable sequel to 1989's superb sideways scrolling shoot-em-up, U.N. Squadron. As with the original, players chose any one of three different jet fighters and battle their way through ten enemy-packed stages. Another idea carried over from U.N. Squadron is the end-of-level shop, which allows players to buy weapon and shield upgrades for their jet fighter.
Plot
The 1990s was a decade of great change marked by growing friendships between old enemies and never before seen levels of co-operation between powerful nations of the world. However, in 1997, using new weapons designed in secrecy, the Middle Eastern country of Rabu threatened to destroy this fragile peace.
Aircraft
- F/A-18 Hornet - The most balanced aircraft available. It can handle air-to-air and air-to-ground sorties.
- F-14 Tomcat - Dedicated air-to-air fighter. Not as capable in air-to-ground combat but it is a formidable fighter.
- A-6 Intruder - Principle ground attack aircraft. It is not well suited for air-to-air.
Trivia
- This game is known in Japan as "U.S. Navy".
- The US version is slightly different, it has the "Winners Don't Use Drugs" screen.