Platforms
- PlayStation 4Aug 29, 20178.2playscore7.716 Critics9.4463 Players
- Nintendo SwitchOct 23, 2018NAplayscore7.611 CriticsNA0 Players
- PS VitaAug 29, 2017NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
35 critic reviews · 1 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- Calling Windjammers “The most entertaining sports game ever made” is quite a stretch, but this is a very fun game. That said, this Neo Geo port is $14.99 on Nintendo Switch, and if you manage to find any online competition you’ve succeeded where I have not. So bookmark this one, but for a future sale.
Trevor Gould · Dec 20, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Windjammers has an undeniable charm with its retro aesthetics, simple gameplay, bright colors, and smart design. It’s lack of content, however, means it will only get attention from players who want to compete against their friends after completing the incredibly short single-player content. A lack of characters, stages, or much else to do is a big setback given the demand of games today, however being a port of the original game from ‘94 awards it a little more leeway in our expectations.
Alexander Thomas · Nov 09, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - It’s great to see more gamers have the chance to try out the once forgotten arcade gem Windjammers for themselves. The game strikes that perfect balance of simplicity and depth featuring action so fast-paced and on the edge of your seat, you’ll have a tough time putting the controller down. Best of all though, it manages to make playing with a Frisbee look cool, and any game that can accomplish that is okay in my book.
Ryan Janes · Oct 25, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - At its core, Windjammers is an addictive, colorful, and vibrant experience that is worth investing time and effort in. The online could be better, but this is a great, faithful port of the 1994 original updated to today’s standards. It’s definitely worth a look for both local multiplayer and retro enthusiasts alike.
Bryan Rose · Oct 25, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Windjammers though, is a totally unique, lost gem of a video game, even amongst its Neo Geo brethren. It’s so incredibly simple, like the early days of gaming, but so enthralling that it makes you want to play ‘just one more match’. Anyone playing this game in single player might run out of steam, however — Windjammers is at its best when playing against others.
W.B. Mason · Oct 24, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Despite the passing of the decades the core gameplay still manages to entertain, and the 2D visuals have likewise stood the test of time rather well. The bone of contention remains the single-player side of things; if you're playing alone, you'll get bored relatively quickly. However, with online play and easy-to-configure local multiplayer, there's plenty of scope to embrace the game's true USP: two-player action.
Gonçalo Lopes · Oct 23, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Windjammers is a forgotten multiplayer classic. With a level of intensity that matches hard core fighting games, gameplay that is easy to learn but difficult to master, all along with a radical 90s setting, Windjammers is easy to recommend if you love competitive games. DotEmu’s port work, along with the added online features is top notch, and a standard for future multiplayer arcade ports.
Dustin Furman · Dec 02, 2017 Reviewed onRead full review - Windjammers is a small and simple package, but that’s alright. This arcade game adaption keeps the all important gameplay intact, and being able to play with friends locally outside a retro convention will be enough for a lot of folks. If you’re looking for a thriving online community, I’m not sure if this is going to be your jam, as inconsistent servers are going to scare away all but the most dedicated beach dwellers.
Alex Santa Maria · Sep 05, 2017 Reviewed onRead full review - So, if you’re looking for a party game, Windjammers is a totally tubular choice. If you’re looking for a deep and engaging game that’ll keep you occupied for a long time – this isn’t it. Still, the core gameplay is fun and exciting as long as you’re playing with humans, so consider Windjammers an option the next time you’re wanting to elicit controller smashing rage from a fellow human.
Paul Sullivan · Sep 05, 2017 Reviewed on PS4Read full review - Coming into this without the nostalgia glasses is always an interesting perspective. Will a game that people have loved and wanted to see again resonate with a completely new player? In this case I believe due to the ease of play and how much simple fun the game can be, along with how intense the matches can ultimately get, this is a no brainer.
Justin Celani · Sep 05, 2017 Reviewed on PS4Read full review
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Community Reviews
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About the game
Trailers & Screenshots:
The most entertaining sports game ever made returns on PS4 with brand-new features! Windjammers is a fast-paced head-to-head arcade game where two players face off on a court, and throw discs at the opponent's goal zone to score points. Incredibly fun and intensely addictive, Windjammers is the adrenaline rush you’re looking for!
Developer: DotEmu