The new Star Fox arrived for closed testing and has already left a good impression on those who tried it. Nintendo invited journalists to a session at Cidade of México, where it was possible to pilot the Arwing in known phases of the franchise. The game arrives at Nintendo Switch 2 on June 25th.
The adventure retells the story of Fox McCloud and his team against threats on the Lylat system. Mesmo those who didn’t follow the old titles feel the nostalgic appeal. The stages repeat classic names, the plot follows the original and the gameplay maintains the basis of forward navigation with shots and maneuvers.
Gameplay combines shooting and precise navigation
The controls require initial adaptation. The ship always fires in the direction of the nose, which requires constant positioning while moving forward. Inimigos appears on the screen and you need to protect your Star Fox squadmates. Upgrades for cannons, powerful bombs and the classic Barrel Roll, now called Tunô Barril in Portuguese, enrich the options.
- Manobras for picking up items in difficult positions
- Bombas that eliminates multiple opponents at once
- Alternância fast between traditional camera and first person with Switch 2 mouse
- Joy-Cons’ agile Reação to switch perspectives without pausing
Depois from the first few minutes, muscle memory helps and fluidity improves. Sequências on semi-open maps allows greater freedom of movement. Para For those who prefer precision, mouse control works well in some parts, although it reduces peripheral vision.
Modos multiplayer brings online competitiveness
Modo Batalha matches pit teams against space pirates in battles for cargo. Shooting accuracy becomes more important against real players. The feeling of eliminating opponents is more intense than against the campaign’s AI. GameChat integrates players’ faces into augmented reality versions of the characters, which adds fun.
Mesmo with many elements on the screen, the online experience is fun. The game balances accessibility for newcomers and challenge for veterans. The Brazilian dubbing stands out and reinforces the charisma of the characters. Diálogos fluids, barb exchanges and natural voices transport the player to the franchise’s animated universe.
Estética and sound evoke classic anime
The updated look maintains the spirit of the 90s and 2000s. Fox McCloud and his team come to life with designs that mix action and humor. The soundtrack and sound effects complement the space action. Switch 2’s combination of classic elements with modern features promises to attract both old fans and new players.
Nintendo seems to be betting on reestablishing the franchise with this version. The console-exclusive release should mark Star Fox’s return to the spotlight. Quem tested and left with the desire to continue exploring alternative routes and clashes against the Star Wolf team.
Ficha technical and what to expect at launch
The game preserves the rail-shooter structure with paths that branch depending on decisions. The main campaign retells the known story, but is layered with cutscenes and voice acting. Multiplayer expands options beyond the solo story. Preços and digital or physical editions are yet to be officially confirmed by Nintendo in the coming weeks.
- Lançamento: June 25, 2026
- Plataforma: Nintendo Switch 2 (exclusive)
- Gênero: Ação and space shooting
- Dublagem: Brazilian full Versão
- Modos: Campanha single-player and online multiplayer
The preview reinforces that Star Fox arrives with strength to please those looking for updated nostalgia. The controls respond well, the voice acting increases immersion and the multiplayer adds replayability. Resta will follow the final updates until launch to see how the title consolidates.