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Star Fox For Switch 2 Scores 81 On Metacritic

Ahead of the game’s launch, review aggregator Metacritic has published the Metascore for Star Fox on Switch 2.

With 76 critic reviews at the time of this writing, Star Fox has been given a Metascore of 81. Metacritic classifies this score as “Generally Favorable”. Star Fox Zero, Nintendo’s previous attempt at reviving the series, scored a 69.

Check out what some of the reviews had to say below:

NintendoLife ~ 90

Star Fox on Switch 2 is a sublime remaster of Star Fox 64, and that’s both its best and worst feature. This is Fox’s best game made even better, with a stunning visual overhaul, snappy controls, and some neat reasons to keep playing thanks to the new challenges and online modes. That said, it is just ’64’ again, and those who have already played through the ’97 classic hundreds of times won’t find any surprises here…If, however, this is your first run-in with Fox McCloud, I struggle to think of a better introduction to the series. And if you know the game like the back of your hand, you’re in for a replay unlike any other. The series’ future looked bleak for a second there, but if this is a taste of what the next original adventure holds, then I’ve never been more ready to fire up the G-Diffuser.

Game Informer ~ 83

This Switch 2 remake is a joyful, updated reminder of why the 1997 game is, in fact, very good and fun, but it also casts a spotlight on the fact that we are long overdue for something – frankly, anything – new from Star Fox and team.

Destructoid ~ 80

Star Fox for the Switch 2 is yet another Star Fox 64 remake, but it’s a gorgeous and fun one. It feels like more of a reboot and re-entry point for a new chapter of the franchise for a new generation of gamers who first met Fox McCloud on the big screen, but long-time franchise fans will find a lot to enjoy in the refreshed experience.

Eurogamer ~ 80

Velan’s conservative but accomplished remake goes all-in on spectacle to much success, even if the script could do with some wit.

IGN ~ 80

Despite knowing nearly all Star Fox 64’s shortcuts and secrets for close to 30 years now, this remake’s impressive coat of paint and compelling new cutscenes made me smile like I just did my very first barrel roll. Finding hidden routes to unlock different stages or small optimizations to push my score sky high is still much deeper than it first appears, keeping the brief campaign runs fun across multiple playthroughs. And while the new Challenge mode and revamped multiplayer don’t go quite as far as I’d like in terms of content or creativity, they are still amusing ways to shake things up once you’ve exhausted every alternate route. Given the decade-long drought since the disappointment that was Star Fox Zero in 2016, Nintendo was wise to return to Star Fox’s best game in order to revitalize this 33-year-old series, and has reached a new peak for it in doing so. Hopefully this is just the beginning for Fox McCloud, because Nintendo has proven the Arwing isn’t out of style quite yet.

VGC ~ 80

Nintendo’s arcade shooter remains a classic, and its Switch 2 version adds stunning visuals, a fantastic orchestral soundtrack, and brilliant cinematic touches that elevate the experience. While I’d have liked a little more care put into restoring its smaller parts, the Switch 2 remake is otherwise a fantastic way to discover or revisit a classic.