4 days ago
Talha Sonmez
Nintendo has officially confirmed the return of one of its most beloved sci-fi franchises. Star Fox is launching for the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 25, 2026, bringing Fox McCloud and the Star Fox team back into action with a modern reimagining inspired by the legendary Star Fox 64.
The upcoming release blends fast-paced aerial combat with cinematic storytelling, updated visuals and new gameplay features designed specifically for Nintendo’s next-generation hardware. For longtime fans, it looks like a faithful revival of the classic formula. For newcomers, it could be the perfect entry point into the series.
Pre-Order Bonuses and Editions
Nintendo has also revealed a special pre-order bonus available through the My Nintendo Store in the UK.
Players who pre-order the game there can receive:
• A Star Fox Pin Set
• A Rubber Velcro Patch
Where to Buy
Star Fox + Pin Set + Rubber Velcro Patch
• [My Nintendo Store](https://nintendo-uk.pxf.io/DW31kj) (£49.99)
**Standard Edition**
• [Amazon UK](https://amzn.to/4doTXQh) (£41.99)
• [ShopTo](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=2943&awinaffid=837293&ued=https://www.shopto.net/en/sw2st16-star-fox-switch-2-p1203128/) (£43.85)
• [The Game Collection](https://clk.tradedoubler.com/click?p=197783&a=3242495&url=https://www.thegamecollection.net/products/starfox-switch-2) (£49.95)
A Modern Take on a Nintendo Classic
The new Star Fox is described as a cinematic action adventure that revisits the core story and arcade-style gameplay that made Star Fox 64 such a standout title on the Nintendo 64.
Players will once again join Fox McCloud, Falco Lombardi, Peppy Hare and Slippy Toad as they defend the Lylat system from an enemy invasion. The game promises high-speed dogfights in space, atmospheric battles across planets, and fully voiced cutscenes that aim to give the story more weight and personality than ever before.
Nintendo has also confirmed several major upgrades for the Nintendo Switch 2 version, including:
• Fully modernised visuals
• Enhanced performance and smoother gameplay
• A cinematic presentation style
• Fully voiced dialogue and story sequences
• An orchestral soundtrack
• Mouse control support
• New gameplay modes inspired by Star Fox 64
The mention of mouse controls is particularly interesting, suggesting the Nintendo Switch 2 may support more precise aiming options for aerial combat sections.
Star Fox’s Long-Awaited Return
The Star Fox franchise has had a quieter presence in recent years compared to Nintendo’s bigger franchises like Mario and Zelda. While characters such as Fox McCloud remained popular through appearances in games like Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, the series itself has not seen a major new release in quite some time.
That’s part of why this announcement has generated so much excitement. Fans have been asking Nintendo to revisit the franchise for years, especially after the enduring popularity of Star Fox 64.
The new game appears to lean heavily into that nostalgia while updating the experience for modern audiences. The focus on cinematic storytelling, enhanced graphics and refined controls suggests Nintendo wants this to feel like a true revival rather than simply another remake.
Official Description
Nintendo describes the game as follows:
“Step into the cockpit and fly across the stars and skies with Fox McCloud and team! The Lylat system is under attack, and it’s up to the Star Fox squad to blast their way through this enemy invasion in a fast-paced adventure that will have you tearing through space, soaring across planets, and shooting loads of foes out of the sky at every step of the way.”
The company also highlights the game’s “complete visual overhaul” and its use of the enhanced performance capabilities of the Nintendo Switch 2 system.
A Big Release for Nintendo Switch 2
With the Nintendo Switch 2 lineup continuing to grow, Star Fox could become one of the console’s biggest action releases of 2026. The combination of nostalgia, modern visuals and fast arcade-style gameplay gives it strong appeal across both older Nintendo fans and newer players.
For many players, this is more than just another sequel. It’s the return of a series that helped define Nintendo’s early experiments with cinematic 3D gaming.
And this June, Fox McCloud is finally flying again.
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