Wingman Special

Released by Enix in 1988 for the MSX2, *Wingman Special* is a command-input text adventure game based on the popular manga and anime series. Utilizing two 2DD floppy disks, the game immerses players as protagonist Kenta Hirono, who gains the power to transform into the hero Wingman to defend Earth and the dimension of Podliminal from the Rimel Empire. This title stands as a notable example of 1980s Japanese multimedia adaptations, challenging players to navigate the narrative of the original work through strategic command selection.

Kenta Hirono is an ordinary high school student who unexpectedly gains the power to transform into the Wingman, a hero he originally conceived in his own manga. Alongside Aoi, a girl who has traveled from the alternate dimension of Podliminal, he embarks on a mission to defend both worlds from the threat of the invading Rimuel Empire. Based on the original manga series, this text-based adventure tasks players with assuming Kenta’s role to navigate dangerous challenges and guide the story to its conclusion.