Landing Gear (Ver 4.2 O)

Taito • 1995

Landing Gear (Ver 4.2 O) — Title screen
Title screen
Landing Gear (Ver 4.2 O) — Gameplay
Gameplay

Take to the skies in Landing Gear, a unique driving and plane simulation game released by Taito in 1995. Players pilot a variety of aircraft through increasingly challenging environments, managing speed and wind conditions while navigating complex landscapes. Each stage presents new obstacles, from buildings to rain, demanding precise control and skillful maneuvering to achieve a safe landing. The game progresses through multiple difficulty levels, with beginner stages offering gentler introductions to the controls before escalating into expert challenges that require mastery of aerial techniques. Different aircraft types offer varied handling characteristics, adding another layer of complexity as players attempt perfect landings – achieving a score of 50 points at takeoff is possible when selecting certain stages. Landing Gear utilizes textured polygon graphics and features music inspired by Taito’s earlier Midnight Landing game. The experience tests pilot reflexes and strategic thinking in this distinctive arcade title, part of a series that includes Top Landing and the later Jet De GO!.

Details

Manufacturer
Taito
Year
1995
Players
1
Genre
Driving / Plane
Display
raster
Emulation status
imperfect
MAME ID
landgear

Machine data derived from the MAME project.