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Star Fox’s original artist comments on Nintendo Switch 2 game’s character designs
Takaya Imamura, the original artist for Nintendo's Star Fox, has shared his thoughts on the character designs for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 game. While not involved in the new title, Imamura expressed that he thinks the concept is good and has a clear direction, though he personally prefers the movie version.
Star Fox's original artist reckons Fox McCloud's design is better in The Super Mario Galaxy movie than it is in the Switch 2 game
Original Star Fox artist Takaya Imamura prefers the character design of Fox McCloud in The Super Mario Bros. Movie over the upcoming Nintendo Switch remake of Star Fox 64. Imamura, who designed the original Star Fox characters, stated he was not involved in the new game's designs but offered his personal opinion on the updated look.
The Star Fox crew flies onto Switch 2 this June
Nintendo surprised fans with a new Star Fox Direct, announcing Star Fox for the Nintendo Switch 2, a reimagining of Star Fox 64. The game will launch on June 25 and features overhauled graphics, new cutscenes, fully voiced dialogue, and an orchestral soundtrack. It will also utilize Nintendo Switch 2 features like Joy-Con 2 mouse controls and include a new 4-vs-4 multiplayer Battle Mode.
Star Fox Is Back, So What's Nintendo's Excuse For Other Abandoned Franchises?
The return of Star Fox, including a new game for the Nintendo Switch, prompts a discussion about why other Nintendo franchises remain dormant. While Star Fox is being revived, potentially as a remake of Star Fox 64, series like F-Zero, Metroid, and many others have been neglected for years, leading to fan frustration. The article questions Nintendo's rationale for needing "grand new ideas" for sequels, suggesting that modernized revivals of older IPs could be beneficial.
OG Star Fox character designer is "so proud" as Switch 2 remake is revealed: "This isn't a dream,…
Original Star Fox character designer Takaya Imamura expressed pride and disbelief at the announcement of a new Star Fox 64 remake for the Nintendo Switch. Despite some fan disappointment over it being another remake, Imamura, who left Nintendo in 2021, seems pleased with the franchise showing signs of life.
Mortal Kombat 2 Movie Producer Reacts To Divisive Review Scores
Producer Todd Garner has reacted to the mixed reviews for the upcoming Mortal Kombat 2 movie, expressing confusion over critics who he believes do not understand the franchise or its fanbase. He drew a parallel to Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto's comments on The Super Mario Bros. Movie reviews. Despite some criticism of Garner's stance, Mortal Kombat 2 has achieved a higher Rotten Tomatoes score than the 2021 film.
Star Fox till Switch 2 i juni – remake av Star Fox 64
Nintendo is releasing a remake of Star Fox 64, titled simply Star Fox, for the Nintendo Switch on June 25. This marks the third iteration of the 1997 game, featuring updated graphics, new cutscenes, and both local and online multiplayer modes. Shigeru Miyamoto presented the game in a recent Nintendo Direct.
A Wild Star Fox Direct Appears - A New Star Fox Title Has Been Announced!
Nintendo announced a new Star Fox game, simply titled Star Fox, during a surprise Star Fox Direct. This reimagining of Star Fox 64 will feature full voice acting, improved visuals on the Nintendo Switch 2, and multiple playable vehicles including the Arwing, Landmaster, and Blue-Marine. The game will also include 4 vs. 4 multiplayer modes and launches exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 25, 2026.
A remake of Star Fox 64 is coming to Switch 2 this June
Nintendo has announced a remake of Star Fox 64, titled Star Fox, for the Nintendo Switch 2, launching on June 25, 2026. The remake features overhauled visuals, new cutscenes, and a multiplayer mode pitting Team Star Fox against Team Star Wolf. This announcement follows recent rumors and a dedicated Star Fox Direct presentation.
Nintendo just shadow-dropped a Star Fox showcase to finally announce a new game in the franchise
Nintendo surprise-announced a new Star Fox game for the Nintendo Switch 2, inspired by Star Fox 64. The game features updated visuals and realistic character designs for Fox, Falco, and Slippy Toad, which have drawn mixed reactions. It is set to launch exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 25, 2026.
Nintendo boss Shigeru Miyamoto doesn't want dirty jokes in his Mario movies, but won't rule out a future…
Nintendo executive producer Shigeru Miyamoto stated that while he avoids 'dirty jokes' in the Mario movies to protect children's sensibilities, he has not ruled out the possibility of Wario appearing in future installments. Miyamoto views children as adults with less knowledge, influencing his creative decisions.
Nintendo doesn’t want dirty jokes in the Mario movies, but Wario could appear in future films
Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto stated that while Wario has not yet appeared in the Mario movies, the possibility remains open for future films. Miyamoto also emphasized his preference against using crude humor for younger audiences in films, banning Illumination CEO Chris Meledandri from doing so, and suggested focusing on action as a universally relatable element.
Shigeru Miyamoto Doesn't Rule Out Wario Appearing In A Future Mario Movie
Shigeru Miyamoto has stated that Wario could appear in future Mario movies, despite the character's absence from the recently released Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Miyamoto also discussed his approach to creating content for children, emphasizing action over 'dirty jokes,' and noted that the dialogue for the Japanese version of the film was crafted separately from the English script.
Miyamoto: Zelda 2 was “sort of a failure” and Link to the Past is the “real sequel”
Legendary developer Shigeru Miyamoto reflected on Zelda II: The Adventure of Link, calling it "sort of a failure" and a "side story." He considers The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past for the Super Nintendo to be the true sequel to the original The Legend of Zelda.
“70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X Hi-Res Remastered Edition” Launches July 16, 2026!
Bliss Brain Corporation announced that "70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X" will launch worldwide on July 16, 2026, for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Steam. This Hi-Res Remastered Edition features newly digitized animations from original master tapes, with an option to switch between the remastered and original animation versions. The game is a side-scrolling shooter inspired by 70s super robot anime, featuring transforming mechs and original voice performances from notable anime actors.
Shigeru Miyamoto felt Zelda 2 "was sort of a failure", and Nintendo actually considered A Link to the Past as the "real" Zelda sequel
Nintendo legend Shigeru Miyamoto has admitted that he felt Zelda 2: The Adventure of Link was a failure, despite it being his idea. He revealed that Nintendo internally considered The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past to be the true sequel to the original game, viewing Zelda 2 more as a side story.
Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto defends The Super Mario Galaxy Movie's fast pacing
Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto defended the fast pacing of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, comparing its structure to his own game development philosophy of creating self-contained, enjoyable units. He believes Illumination's method of swapping and rearranging these units results in a dense and engaging experience, particularly for younger audiences.
Japan: Super Mario Galaxy Movie wasn’t localised from English to Japanese, but rebuilt
Shigeru Miyamoto revealed that the Super Mario Galaxy Movie was not simply localized from English to Japanese but was rebuilt for the Japanese market. The team aimed to create entertaining Japanese dialogue, with Makoto Ueda handling the script to ensure natural conversations and humor.
Zelda was Nintendo's answer to "traditional RPGs," Shigeru Miyamoto says: "We wanted the player to interact with the game world using the controller, and conquer dungeons"
Shigeru Miyamoto explained that The Legend of Zelda was developed concurrently with Super Mario Bros. and aimed to be Nintendo's answer to traditional RPGs, utilizing the Famicom Disk System's capabilities for features like name registration and progress saving. He also expressed initial concerns about players knowing how to progress in the original game, a design philosophy that later influenced Breath of the Wild's open-world exploration.
Miyamoto felt Zelda 2 “was sort of a failure”, Nintendo saw Link to the Past as Zelda’s real sequel
Shigeru Miyamoto, creator of The Legend of Zelda, considered Zelda 2: The Adventure of Link a failure and a side story, viewing The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past as the true sequel. Despite its reception, the series continues with a live-action movie and ongoing development.
