Data Wing

About

"Data Wing" is a story-driven racing adventure with a stylish, neon aesthetic and a 2+ hour campaign. The game features intuitive two-touch controls and focuses on wall thrusting, with over 40 levels and a competitive crown system. The game includes an amazing soundtrack from world-class producers, making it a sleek and exciting racing experience.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

98%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,100 reviews

story614 positive mentions

stability7 negative mentions

Unique gameplay mechanics that are easy to learn but hard to master, providing a satisfying challenge.
Engaging storyline with interesting characters that keeps players invested throughout the game.
Beautiful graphics and a captivating soundtrack that enhance the overall experience.

The game is relatively short, leaving players wanting more content after completing it.
Some players find the controls to be overly sensitive or difficult to manage, leading to frustration.
Limited replayability once the story is completed, with few incentives to revisit levels.

story
1,079 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
42%
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The game's story is widely praised for its depth and emotional resonance, often surprising players with its complexity given the simple gameplay mechanics. Many reviewers appreciate how the narrative unfolds through collectibles and character interactions, creating an engaging experience that keeps them invested throughout the short playtime. However, some players express a desire for a longer storyline and additional content after completing the game, as the replayability is limited once the story concludes.
- “The story is engaging and well-devised; it kept me curious and guessing with each level.”
- “What really impressed me was how the simple racing mechanics are tied into a deeper, engaging story.”
- “The story is beautifully written, and carefully intertwined with the gameplay.”
- “The story was off-putting and disturbing.”
- “After the story, there isn't much to do in terms of replayability once you complete the story.”
- “The story is short and sweet.”
gameplay
494 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
36%
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The gameplay is widely praised for its unique mechanics, which are easy to learn but challenging to master, providing a rewarding experience for players. Many reviewers highlight the fluid controls, engaging level design, and the seamless integration of a compelling story that enhances the overall experience. While some players find certain mechanics frustrating or the game length short, the absence of ads and the overall polish contribute to a highly enjoyable mobile gaming experience.
- “Controls and gameplay are challenging in a good way (easy to learn but hard to master), thus achieving the hard goals can be a bit frustrating, but it feels so rewarding when you finally do so.”
- “The gameplay is simple in concept, fun, challenging, and clear.”
- “The gameplay itself is unique and something I have never seen before; there are only two controls which makes it really simple, and the mechanic of boosting from the walls is just executed so well.”
- “The only flaw in this game is the game mechanic itself.”
- “The actual problems arise with the gameplay.”
- “The problem is the shuttle you control has a slow rotation speed and the level design tends to dampen on the driving mechanic.”
graphics
300 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
68%
31%
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The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their beautiful, simplistic, and retro aesthetic, often described as vibrant and engaging. Many reviewers noted that the visuals effectively complement the gameplay and storyline, creating an immersive experience enhanced by a fitting soundtrack. Overall, the game's graphics are considered a standout feature, showcasing a polished design that resonates well with players.
- “The game's neon visuals and pulsating soundtrack enhance the immersive atmosphere.”
- “The visuals are colorful, complex, and nuanced, and the game overall has been beautifully made.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, the story has depth and can relate to many.”
- “The graphics are retro and simple.”
- “The graphics are simplistic enough to be understood, yet interesting enough to set itself apart.”
- “Rather simplistic graphics, allowing it to be run pretty easily.”
music
290 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
38%
1%
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its immersive quality, with many reviewers praising its retro, vaporwave-inspired soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. Players find the music to be both relaxing and engaging, often describing it as a perfect fit for the game's aesthetic and storyline. While some noted minor issues with audio quality, the majority agree that the soundtrack significantly contributes to the game's charm and replayability.
- “The game's neon visuals and pulsating soundtrack enhance the immersive atmosphere.”
- “The music is beautiful and makes a great backdrop for the lovely graphics.”
- “The soundtrack is so good I just listen to it when I'm playing other games.”
- “I don't like how the music reminds me of the kind of music used in videos of lost media; I find it eerie, but somehow it makes me like this game even more.”
- “On the downside, I didn't like the control, which is a subjective opinion, and the music choice seems quite odd, but it can be turned off.”
- “I think the only thing I'm not sure about is the music, but most of the time I play muted anyway.”
monetization
237 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
6%
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The game is praised for its exceptional monetization model, being completely free with no ads or in-app purchases, which is a rarity in the mobile gaming landscape. Players appreciate the uninterrupted gameplay experience, highlighting the absence of intrusive monetization tactics that often plague other games. Many users express a desire to support the developers through donations, reflecting their satisfaction with the game's quality and its ad-free nature.
- “The fact that this masterpiece is free with no ads... it's a very good game.”
- “This game is one of the only decent mobile games out there, it has no ads, no microtransactions, and no lack of effort.”
- “For a mobile game that's free and has no ads, this is a masterpiece.”
- “In a world full of mindless, soulless, and cash grabbing mobile games, this really stands out.”
- “This game could easily be another mobile game filled with ads, microtransactions, cool down timers to refill your lives, all of the terrible things that free mobile games offer, but it has none of these things.”
- “It's rare to find games without in-app purchases or ads littered throughout them, even rarer to find actually good games that still fit that criteria - this is one of them.”
emotional
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players consistently highlight the game's surprisingly deep and emotional storyline, which unfolds through engaging gameplay and unique mechanics. The narrative, described as heartwarming and touching, resonates with many, often evoking strong feelings and even tears by the end. Overall, the combination of simple yet addictive gameplay, beautiful graphics, and a meaningful story makes it a standout emotional experience in gaming.
- “The story is better than some AAA titles, and I even got a little emotional at the end, even though I skimmed through some of the dialogue.”
- “This is probably the most emotional game I have ever played, with the greatest storytelling I have ever seen.”
- “The gameplay is very fun and satisfying, but the story and the little info bits you get about the user are emotionally captivating.”
humor
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its clever writing, witty dialogue, and charming characters, which enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the blend of humor with a straightforward plot, making the gameplay both entertaining and engaging. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to evoke laughter through its quirky storytelling and light-hearted moments, contributing to its addictive nature.
- “The writing is both humorous and heartfelt, and the controls are clear and responsive.”
- “The characters are incredibly charming and can be pretty funny; the game's humor is witty, it's all great.”
- “The story is quirky and funny and gives gameplay a really cool perspective!”
replayability
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the fun and challenge of beating personal scores on expertly designed levels, many feel that the short length and limited post-story content significantly diminish long-term replay value. Although there are elements that encourage replay, such as record shaving and engaging gameplay, the consensus is that once players master the levels, the incentive to return may wane. Suggestions for additional content, like procedurally generated challenges, could enhance replayability in future updates or sequels.
- “Fantastic physics, no hand holding, extremely good level design, the best OST a phone game has ever had, and lots of record-shaving replayability.”
- “The best part about this is the replayability.”
- “A mobile game with this much replayability completely free of ads is unheard of in modern gaming, so this was a true treat.”
- “After the story, there isn't much to do in terms of replayability once you complete the story.”
- “The length of the game is the only issue, as it only took me around an hour to complete and there is not much replay value.”
- “I will say there is little to no replay value once you're done and it doesn't take long to beat, only took me a few hours.”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive qualities, enhanced by striking neon visuals and a captivating synthwave soundtrack. Players describe it as both eerie and magical, with a unique blend of fluid mechanics and polished controls that contribute to a trance-like experience. While some critique the music quality, the overall ambiance successfully evokes a strong emotional response, making it a standout feature of the game.
- “The game's neon visuals and pulsating soundtrack enhance the immersive atmosphere.”
- “Data Wing is a game with a fantastic atmosphere crafted by its cool tunes and simple, yet beautiful, graphics.”
- “I don't usually write reviews, but this gem of a game is simply phenomenal; the atmosphere puts you in a lifelike trance.”
- “The controls are spot on, but the music might just be too low quality. While I know it's supposed to elevate the atmosphere, it falls under the 2012 Newgrounds music category.”
- “What starts off as a simple game with the feel and atmosphere of Portal turns into an urgent and fast-paced, get-to-the-end racing-esque game.”
- “I haven't quite finished it yet, but I've experienced no problems. However, I find the atmosphere lacking.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
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Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while some players report significant bugs and freezing issues, particularly with achievements, others experience smooth gameplay with minimal glitches. Despite the occasional technical hiccup, many users still find the game enjoyable and visually impressive.
- “Ads weren't a problem at all, no glitches, and thoroughly enjoyable gameplay.”
- “It has stunning graphics and animation, but the glitches seem as if they were actual errors made by your computer.”
- “There are some bugs where the game freezes and needs a restart (for example, whenever an achievement is unlocked).”
- “Great game, but it has buggy achievements.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is highly praised, particularly for its smooth performance and responsive controls, which enhance the drifting mechanics central to gameplay. Players appreciate the lack of ads and the seamless graphics, with no reported bugs, while the dynamic soundtrack adds an engaging layer that responds to player performance. Overall, the game delivers a polished experience that is easy to pick up and play.
- “They don't make mobile games like this anymore; it runs smoothly, it's responsive, and it's easy to pick up and put down. I highly appreciate the lack of ads.”
- “Performance was great; graphics held up to the end.”
- “The turning is optimized for drifting, which is actually a key part of the game!”
- “It's optimized for drifting.”
- “Also, I loved the graphics and environment; however, there were no bugs or any kind of bad performance.”
character development
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
14%
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Overall, reviewers praise the character development in the game as exceptional, highlighting its depth and the engaging personalities of the characters. Many express a desire for even more storytelling elements, such as additional characters and plot twists, to further enhance the experience. The combination of strong character arcs and an extraordinary storyline contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “Unmatched graphics, extraordinary storyline, and brilliant character development.”
- “I won't spoil it much, but the ending, character development, and other aspects are amazingly captivating.”
- “Great storyline and character development (which is very rare in today's games).”
- “It took only a day to complete the game, so I'd like to see more levels (different kinds of levels, maybe in different settings and user experiences), more storytelling (more characters, NPCs maybe), and overall more plot twists and stories that dive deep into a character's background, plus character development.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate that the game allows for story progression without excessive grinding, making it accessible for casual gamers. However, some mechanics, like wall grinding, can be challenging and may lead to crashes, while post-completion, the game leans heavily on grinding for achievements. Overall, while grinding is present, it can be rewarding once mastered.
- “There isn't much to do after that rather than grinding runs for the achievements.”
- “It functions pretty well, though the triangle shape makes you crash pretty easily while grinding the borders.”
- “Takes a bit of getting used to, and I can see some grinding ahead, but it feels good when you get it.”