Pilotwings 64 is an amateur flight simulation game developed by Paradigm Simulation and Nintendo for the Nintendo 64, a launch title and sequel to the SNES Pilotwings. Players earn licenses by completing objective-based challenges with the hang glider, gyrocopter, and rocket belt, navigating rings, hitting targets, and landing accurately across open island environments. It includes free-roam Birdman flight and hidden secrets.
How To Play Pilotwings 64
Control
Action
Control Stick
Steer the aircraft (pitch and turn)
A Button
Accelerate / apply thrust
B Button
Brake / reverse thrust
C Buttons
Adjust the camera view
Z Trigger
Fire rocket belt boost / secondary control
Start
Pause / menu
About Pilotwings 64
Release date
JP: June 23, 1996 · NA: September 29, 1996 · EU: March 1, 1997
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