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Star Fox Review – A Stunning, Faithful Revival
This review discusses the Star Fox remake for the Nintendo Switch 2, which serves as a faithful revival of Star Fox 64 with significant visual upgrades and expanded storytelling. Developed by Velan Studios using their VIPER Engine, the game boasts photorealistic graphics that are a generation ahead of previous Nintendo Switch titles. While the core gameplay remains true to the original arcade rail shooter experience, the remake introduces fully animated, voiced cutscenes that adapt to in-game events and enhance character dynamics, making it the definitive edition of the classic tale.
CEO of major Japanese studio says employees get pay raises if they ace a quiz about its games, because that's…
Level-5 CEO Akihiro Hino has implemented a unique pay raise system where employees can earn more money by passing quizzes about the company's games. Hino believes that deep knowledge of Level-5's titles is a genuine skill that increases employee efficiency and streamlines workflows, justifying the cost of the raises.
PlayStation killing discs is bad for everyone, whether you care about physical games or not
Sony's decision to cease production of physical PlayStation game discs in 2028 is a significant loss for consumers, impacting game preservation and the used games market. While digital distribution benefits publishers, the end of physical media raises concerns about long-term game access, potential surveillance pricing, and Sony's complete control over its ecosystem.
UK: Star Fox is No.1 and sold double the sales of Star Fox Zero on Wii U
The enhanced remake of Star Fox 64 has topped the UK physical video game sales chart, selling double the units of Star Fox Zero on the Wii U. This indicates a strong performance for the classic title in the European market.
Feature: 10 N64 Games We Played In A Wondrous Alternate Timeline
This article explores a hypothetical alternate timeline where the Nintendo 64 achieved greater market success, imagining 10 games that could have been released. It speculates on potential N64 entries for series like Fire Emblem, Tekken, Metroid, and Final Fantasy, and discusses what might have been if sequels to GoldenEye 007 and Super Mario 64 were prioritized.
Assassins Creed Black Flag buried treasure guide
This guide details the locations of all buried treasure maps and their corresponding treasure spots in Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag. Players must first find the treasure maps to unearth the riches hidden across the Caribbean. The guide lists 22 map and treasure locations, often rewarding players with Reales and unique design plans.
Recension – Star Fox
This review discusses the latest Star Fox game, which is a remake of Lylat Wars (Star Fox 64). While the game features impressive visuals and cinematic sequences, it largely retreads the same story and gameplay as previous installments. The reviewer praises the graphical updates and character depth but criticizes the short campaign length and lack of new content, hoping for a more ambitious future for the series.
Star Fox Review – Arwinging it
This review discusses the Star Fox remaster, which updates Star Fox 64 for the Nintendo Switch with modern visuals and audio. While the game looks and sounds like a 2026 release, its core gameplay mechanics remain structurally similar to the nearly 30-year-old original, leading to some dated controls and design choices. Despite these drawbacks, the inclusion of branching paths, challenge modes, and a robust multiplayer suite offer significant replayability and fun.
Star Fox Nintendo Switch 2 reviews roundup
First reviews for the Star Fox remake are emerging ahead of its imminent launch on Nintendo Switch 2. This new entry is a reimagining of Star Fox 64, featuring upgraded graphics, new cinematic cutscenes with voiced dialogue, a challenge mode, and online multiplayer. The game is set to release on June 25.
A complete history of Star Fox 64 retellings and differences between each one
This article analyzes the history of the Star Fox franchise, focusing on the numerous retellings and remakes of Star Fox 64 across various Nintendo platforms. It discusses the differences and similarities between these versions, from the Super Nintendo original to the upcoming Nintendo Switch title, and questions Nintendo's reliance on rehashed stories for the series.
Feature: "Why Is Falco So Thick In This Game?" - Lost In Space With Star Fox Zero
This article discusses the co-op gameplay experience in Star Fox Zero on the Wii U, focusing on the challenges and quirks of its asymmetric multiplayer mode. Three players take on the roles of Fox, Falco, and Slippy, piloting the Arwing and manning the gunner positions, highlighting issues with camera control and coordination. The piece also touches on the game's visual presentation and compares it to previous entries in the Star Fox series.
Nintendo maintenance schedule – June 14, 2026 – Wii and 3DS session incoming
Nintendo has announced its maintenance schedule for the week of June 14, 2026. The schedule indicates that the Wii U and Nintendo 3DS will undergo maintenance affecting Nintendo Network ID logins. No maintenance is planned for the Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch 2 during this period.
Nintendo Fans Don’t Know What They Want
This article discusses the evolving and often contradictory expectations of Nintendo fans regarding game aesthetics. It highlights historical examples like The Wind Waker and Breath of the Wild, where initial fan reactions to stylistic changes eventually turned positive, contrasting with recent divided responses to more realistic remakes of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Star Fox.
Star Fox – Everything You Need To Know
Nintendo is releasing a new Star Fox game on June 25th, exclusively for the Nintendo Switch. This title, simply named Star Fox, is a remake of the original SNES game, featuring overhauled graphics, modern controls, and new cutscenes. It aims to modernize the classic on-rails shooter experience with updated audio and character models, while also introducing new gameplay modes like Challenge Mode and an expanded Battle Mode. The game will also feature exclusive Switch 2 hardware features like mouse controls for co-op play and GameChat avatar integration.
Super Scram Kitty announced for Nintendo Switch, reimagining of the Wii U game
Super Scram Kitty, a reimagining of the 2014 Wii U title Scram Kitty and his Buddy on Rails, has been announced for Nintendo Switch. The game will feature new controls, remixed stages, and updated enemy behaviors, blending 2D shooter and platforming action. It is set to release digitally on June 18, 2026.
Star Fox demo coming today
Nintendo announced that a playable demo for the Star Fox 64 remake, titled Star Fox, will be available today on the eShop. The article also touches on the Star Fox collaboration with Ubisoft for Starlink and mentions Shigeru Miyamoto's confirmation that Star Fox for Wii U would be completed by 2015.
One year later: is the Nintendo Switch 2 everything we hoped for? Pure Nintendo Podcast E165
This podcast episode discusses the Nintendo Switch 2's first year, covering its launch, highlights, missing features, and future prospects. The hosts also touch upon third-party support and recent game announcements from Summer Game Fest. The discussion includes mentions of specific games and events like Kong Off, Mario Kart 64, and Goldeneye competitions.
Pure Nintendo Magazine now available in Australia!
Pure Nintendo Magazine, a print publication celebrating Nintendo games, is now available for subscription in Australia. The magazine, created by fans for fans, features news, reviews, and opinion pieces. Local distribution is now available, with copies also found at select Brisbane locations.
Pure Nintendo Magazine now available in Australia!
Pure Nintendo Magazine, a print publication celebrating Nintendo games, is now available for subscription in Australia. The magazine, created by fans for fans, features news, reviews, and opinion pieces. Local printing and distribution will ensure faster delivery to Australian subscribers.
Review: Donkey Kong 64 - Kicks Some Serious Tail, But Goes Too Far
Donkey Kong 64, originally released in 1999 by Rare, is reviewed as an expansive adventure-platformer with a heavy emphasis on collectathon gameplay. While praised for its vibrant graphics, personality, and extensive content, the game's core mechanic of switching between five Kongs to collect color-coded items leads to repetitive backtracking and can be frustrating despite its charm.
