Product Overview
- Product Name: PilotWings Resort
- New or Used: Used
- In Case or Loose: In Case
- Overall Condition: Like New
- Notes: Unbelievable overall condition! Would be a fantastic addition to your game collection!
Photos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.
What's Included
- Nintendo 3DS Game Cartridge: Yes
- Manual / Instructions: N/A (Sealed Game)
- Case Artwork: Yes
- Case Type*: OEM/Original
- Extras: Nintendo games advert pamphlet.
Game Description
PilotWings Resort for the Nintendo 3DS marked the return of one of Nintendo’s most beloved flight-simulation series. Set on the tropical Wuhu Island — a location familiar to fans of Wii Sports Resort — the game gives players the chance to pilot a variety of aircraft while mastering missions, stunts, and free-flight exploration. With its vibrant environments and easy-to-learn controls, the game delivers both a relaxing escape and a skill-driven action-adventure experience.
Built as one of the early showcase titles for the Nintendo 3DS, PilotWings Resort fully embraced the handheld’s stereoscopic 3D technology, allowing clouds, cliffs, and aircraft to pop with depth and immersion. From navigating precise mission objectives to soaring freely across the island, the game captures the joy of aviation while retaining the approachable charm that made the PilotWings franchise a cult favorite since its SNES origins.
For collectors and enthusiasts, this release stands as a milestone in Nintendo’s launch era for the 3DS. It represents both a nostalgic callback to a classic series and a technical demonstration of what the handheld could achieve. Its unique blend of lighthearted exploration, polished controls, and franchise heritage makes it a sought-after title for anyone curating a complete 3DS library.
Gameplay Features
- Fly planes, rocket belts, and hang gliders across the expansive Wuhu Island
- Mission Mode challenges players with timed objectives, stunts, and precision tasks
- Free Flight Mode allows for relaxed exploration, hidden collectibles, and sightseeing
- Stereoscopic 3D enhances depth perception for flying and navigating environments
- Accessible yet rewarding gameplay appeals to both casual players and longtime fans
- Part of the long-running PilotWings franchise, dating back to the SNES era
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
PilotWings Resort launched in 2011 as a Nintendo 3DS release-day title, showcasing the handheld’s new glasses-free 3D feature. Developed by Monster Games, it stood as a spiritual successor to earlier entries like the SNES original and PilotWings 64, while tying into the Wii era’s popular Wuhu Island setting.
Though it has never received a direct sequel, the game is remembered for its role in both Nintendo history and the early 3DS lineup. For collectors, it represents a fascinating bridge between the experimental spirit of the PilotWings series and the modern era of handheld gaming, making it an essential addition for fans of flight-themed adventures and Nintendo launch-era titles.
Additional Details
- Variant: Standard Release
- Genre: Action Adventure
- Year Released: 2011
- Publisher: Nintendo
- Developer: Monster Games
- ESRB Rating: E - Everyone
- UPC: 045496741389
- SKU: 31260
- Format: Nintendo 3DS Video Game Cartridge
- Platform: Nintendo 3DS System (3DS Handheld Console)
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
Important Information
- Nintendo 3DS cartridges play on: All Nintendo 3DS and 2DS systems. (Not compatible with Nintendo DS systems.)
- *Used cases may be replaced with a new aftermarket one if damaged. Listing above indicates if it's "OEM/Original" or "Aftermarket." Aftermarket cases typically differ in color &/or build quality from original Nintendo 3DS cases. (See photos)
- Any online features (multiplayer, DLC, patches, download codes, etc.) may no longer be supported.
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