The new Star Fox game, revealed during the Star Fox Direct, is described as “an action-packed adventure based on Star Fox 64 for Nintendo 64” and will feature “a complete visual overhaul of the game” alongside new gameplay systems, multiplayer battles, GameChat integration, and Joy-Con 2 mouse controls.
Star Fox remake brings Fox McCloud back to Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo said players will once again join Fox McCloud and the Star Fox team to stop the villainous scientist Andross from taking control of the Lylat System. “Pilot your Arwing and travel the system battling opposing forces and performing thrilling aerial maneuvers, like barrel rolls and somersaults, to shake off enemies,” the company said in the release.
The upcoming Star Fox Switch 2 title modernizes the original Star Fox 64 experience with upgraded environments, cinematic storytelling, and fully voiced interactions between characters. Nintendo also highlighted that players can “find alternative routes through the Lylat System during multiple playthroughs, taking on new missions and varied challenges.”
Star Fox Switch 2 features upgraded graphics and cinematic storytelling
The new Star Fox remake includes redesigned characters, refreshed planets, orchestral music, and expanded lore sequences between missions.
Nintendo described it as “a cinematic take on the Star Fox 64 game, featuring newly overhauled character designs, freshly revamped looks for each stage, plus detailed cutscenes, fully voiced dialogue and a sweeping orchestral soundtrack.”Locations from the original Star Fox 64 remake are also returning with major visual improvements, including Corneria, Zoness, Sector Y, asteroid fields, and nebula missions.
New Battle Mode supports 4-vs-4 multiplayer dogfights
One of the biggest additions in Star Fox Switch 2 is the new multiplayer Battle Mode. According to Nintendo, players can “compete in all-new 4-vs-4 dogfights, with up to eight players divided between Team Star Fox and Team Star Wolf.”
The mode includes different mission types such as zone control battles on Corneria, collecting energy crystals on Fichina, and cargo retrieval missions in Sector Y.
Online private matches, GameShare support, and GameChat integration will also be available.
Star Fox Switch 2 price and release date
Nintendo confirmed that Star Fox launches exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 on June 25.
The Star Fox Switch 2 price has been set at $49.99.
Joy-Con 2 mouse controls and GameChat avatars introduced
Nintendo confirmed that Star Fox on Switch 2 will support Joy-Con 2 mouse controls for more precise aiming. “The mouse control feature allows for more intuitive aiming,” Nintendo said, adding that a second player can join as a gunner while another handles flight controls.
The game also introduces animated GameChat character avatars and AR filters inspired by Fox McCloud and Falco.
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