Comparison

DATA WING vs PAKO Forever

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

DATA WING

Experience a story-driven racing adventure through a neon-lit computer system. Deliver data, master intuitive controls, and uncover a conspiracy as the system faces an attack. Enjoy a compelling narrative, challenging levels, and a competitive leaderboard.

Highlights
  • Story-driven racing adventure
  • Intuitive two-touch controls
  • Wall-thrusting racing mechanics
  • Over 40 levels
  • Competitive crown system and leaderboards
  • Original soundtrack
Features
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Blast through a stylish, neon landscape in this story-driven, racing adventure. DATA WINGs deliver critical data throughout the computer system, following Mother's orders without question. But when the system comes under attack, and Mother becomes irrational, something must be done! • Intuitive two-touch controls with an arcade feel • Sleek racing with a focus on thrusting off walls • A +2 hour story with over 40 levels • A competitive crown system. Own courses and the leaderboards! • An amazing soundtrack from world-class producers. Featuring: luxury elite, 18 Carat Affair, ESPRIT 空想, t e l e p a t h テレパシー能力者, Eyeliner and NxxxxxS "A ridiculously stylish 2D racer" - TouchArcade DATA WING is the solo passion-project of Dan Vogt; a 15-year veteran of the games industry.

About

PAKO Forever

Engage in an endless car chase, aiming to survive as long as possible across procedurally generated levels. Discover secrets, utilize power-ups, and unlock new vehicles and customization options in this reimagined classic.

Highlights
  • Endless procedurally generated levels
  • Unlockable cars and paint options
  • Power-ups and secret areas
  • Portrait and landscape modes
  • Trophy collection
  • Leaderboard and achievements
Features
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Escape as long as possible in endless levels! Secrets, power-ups, unlockable cars, levels and plenty of other surprises wait for you in a re-imagined version of the classic original car chase game, PAKO - Car Chase Simulator! FEATURES: + Easy and addictive gameplay + Generative map is different each time played + Play both in portrait and landscape mode + Use wacky bonus items and find secret areas! + Find and collect trophies + Unlock and paint cars + Leaderboard competition + Achievements + iCloud saving MANUAL: 1) Press and hold touch screen LEFT or RIGHT sides to steer the car. Hold BOTH buttons for extra slide. 2) If you manage to collect special item box, use it by DOUBLE TAPPING the screen. Avoid driving into any obstacles, but just drive as long as you can. The level regenerates on every run. There's sometimes wacky locations and special trophies to be found!

Screenshots

DATA WING4 screens
PAKO Forever4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DATA WING at none against PAKO Forever's 13. DATA WING also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.9 vs 4.5). PAKO Forever's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. PAKO Forever sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. DATA WING asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DATA WING holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 24K and 8.5K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 97% of DATA WING's written reviews are positive against 69% of PAKO Forever's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DATA WING ships an update every 3 months, PAKO Forever every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 27, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
DATA WING versus PAKO Forever: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDATA WINGPAKO Forever
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (24K ratings) — better4.5 (8.5K ratings)
Positive reviews97.0% of reviews — better69.4% of reviews
Number of ratings24K — better8.5K
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size103 MB93 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperDan VogtTree Men Games

Customer experience

DATA WING

All ratings23,655 ratings
Positive98.2%
Neutral1.0%
Negative0.8%
Written reviews1,380 reviews
Positive97.0%
Neutral1.2%
Negative1.7%

PAKO Forever

All ratings8,548 ratings
Positive88.0%
Neutral4.8%
Negative7.2%
Written reviews936 reviews
Positive69.4%
Neutral11.9%
Negative18.7%

User reviews

DATA WING

From 24K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Smooth gameplay
  • 🎨 Beautiful visuals and aesthetics
  • 🎵 Excellent soundtrack
  • 👍 Intuitive controls
  • 🔒 No ads or in-app purchases

Room to improve

  • 🔋 Battery-intensive
  • 🔍 Short length/content
  • 🐛 Occasional control issues

PAKO Forever

From 8.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Addictive gameplay
  • 👍 Simple and intuitive controls
  • 🎨 Retro-style graphics
  • 🎶 Enjoyable soundtrack

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Unavoidable head-on collisions with police cars
  • 🤯 Extremely challenging and frustrating at times
  • 💰 Excessive ads and in-app purchases
  • 🔍 Lack of clear explanations for game mechanics

Bugs and requests

DATA WING

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Certain levels have tight time requirements
  • Difficulty spikes in some areas

Requested features

4 requests
  • More levels and content
  • Multiplayer/online racing mode
  • Level editor/creator
  • Ability to replay/revisit story elements

PAKO Forever

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes on startup for some users
  • Glitches with power-up activation
  • Vehicles getting stuck in the environment

Requested features

4 requests
  • More varied map layouts and obstacles
  • Ability to customize or upgrade vehicles
  • Difficulty settings or progression system
  • Multiplayer or leaderboard features

In-app purchases

None

DATA WING

No in-app purchases

13 purchases

PAKO Forever

One-time13
  • Stage: Desert$0.99
  • Stage: Winter$0.99
  • Stage: Woods$0.99
Show 10 more
  • Stage: Car Shop$0.99
  • Stage: Ruins$0.99
  • Stage: Future$0.99
  • Car pack #1$1.99
  • Car pack #2$1.99
  • Car pack #3$1.99
  • Car pack #4$1.99
  • Car pack #5$1.99
  • Remove Ads$2.99
  • UNLOCK EVERYTHING$6.99

Questions

Is DATA WING free?
DATA WING is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PAKO Forever free?
PAKO Forever is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, DATA WING or PAKO Forever?
DATA WING is rated higher. DATA WING averages 4.9 out of 5 from 24K ratings, while PAKO Forever averages 4.5 from 8.5K ratings.
Do DATA WING or PAKO Forever have ads?
PAKO Forever shows ads; DATA WING does not.
Which is updated more often, DATA WING or PAKO Forever?
DATA WING ships an update every 3 months, and PAKO Forever every 3 weeks. Most recently, DATA WING was updated on September 27, 2026 and PAKO Forever on September 27, 2026.

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