News & release · Updated June 2026

Star Fox Switch 2

Star Fox returns on Nintendo Switch 2 — a fresh remake of Star Fox 64, out in Japan on 25 June 2026. Here's the release date, what's in it, and the early review score.

Star Fox is an upcoming rail-shooter game in the Star Fox series, developed and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game is the second remake of Star Fox 64, following Star Fox 64 3D. "Star Fox" can be purchased by itself from the Nintendo eShop for $49.99, while the physical edition is at a suggested retail price of $59.99.

Gameplay

Just like the original Star Fox 64, players take control of Fox McCloud and engage in on-rail combat throughout different levels. Star Fox will be split into three modes: Campaign, Challenge Mode and Battle Mode.

Quick facts

Star Fox Switch 2 is the second remake of Star Fox 64. The Star Fox release date (Switch 2) is 25 June 2026 in Japan; it runs on the Nintendo Switch 2 as an on-rails shooter split into Campaign, Challenge and Battle modes.

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Star Fox Switch 2 trailers

Star Fox — Overview Trailer — Nintendo Switch 2

Star Fox — Nintendo Direct 6.9.2026

Timeline

From reveal to launch

9 Jun 2026

Nintendo Direct 6.9.2026

Reveal

Star Fox for Nintendo Switch 2 announced as the second remake of Star Fox 64.

25 Jun 2026

Japan release date

Launch (JP)

Star Fox launches on Nintendo Switch 2 in Japan — $49.99 digital, $59.99 physical.

June 2026

Early score lands

Reviews

First 78 critic reviews give a reported Metascore of 81 — still updating.

News roundup

What we know

·Confirmed

It's a Star Fox 64 remake

Nintendo frames the Switch 2 game as the second remake of Star Fox 64, following Star Fox 64 3D — same Lylat campaign, new hardware.

·Gameplay

Three modes: Campaign, Challenge, Battle

On-rails combat as Fox McCloud, plus a Challenge mode and a competitive Battle mode.

·Pricing

Priced $49.99 / $59.99

Digital from the eShop at $49.99; the physical edition at a suggested $59.99.

Early score — reported, still updating

The 2026 Switch 2 entry has an early Star Fox 2026 Metacritic of 81 across the first 78 critic reviews — generally favourable but not yet final. Treat it as provisional. Full, sourced scores for the whole series are on the reviews page.

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FAQ

Star Fox Switch 2 — frequently asked

What is the Star Fox Switch release date?

The Star Fox switch release date is 25 June 2026 in Japan. The Star Fox release date switch 2 window follows the reveal at the Nintendo Direct on 9 June 2026, sold at $49.99 digital / $59.99 physical.

Is Star Fox on Nintendo Switch 2 a remake?

Yes — this Star Fox remake is the second remake of Star Fox 64 (after Star Fox 64 3D), bringing the classic on-rails Lylat campaign to the new hardware as the Star Fox Nintendo Switch 2 game.

What is the Star Fox 2026 Metacritic score?

The early, reported Metascore is 81 across the first 78 critic reviews — generally favourable, but still settling. We flag it "reported" until it locks. See the reviews page for the full series scoreboard.

Is there a Star Fox Switch (original) version?

No standalone Star Fox launched on the original Switch; Star Fox 64 is playable via Nintendo Switch Online. The dedicated new entry is the Star Fox Nintendo Switch 2 remake.

Does the Arwing return on Switch 2?

Yes — as a Star Fox 64 remake, the Arwing Star Fox Switch 2 returns as your main fighter across Campaign, Challenge and Battle modes. See our vehicles database for the Arwing.

Where can I buy Star Fox on Switch 2?

Star Fox Switch 2 is available from the Nintendo eShop (digital); for the physical edition, Best Buy Star Fox Switch 2 listings and other retailers carry it at $59.99.