After ‘Super Mario Galaxy’ Cameo, Fox McCloud’s Big Year Continues With ‘Star Fox’ Remake on Switch 2

Nintendo announced a remake of "Star Fox 64" for the Nintendo Switch 2 on March 15, 2025, continuing a significant year for the character Fox McCloud. This announcement follows the character's surprise cameo in "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie," released earlier in 2025. The original "Star Fox 64," a classic space shooter, was first released in 1997 for the Nintendo 64. The "Star Fox" franchise began with the 1993 Super Nintendo Entertainment System title, which introduced players to the pilot Fox McCloud and his Arwing spacecraft. This remake aims to bring the beloved space combat gameplay to a new generation of players on Nintendo's upcoming console. The original "Star Fox 64" was praised for its voice acting and rumble pack integration, features that are expected to be enhanced in the remake. The game's development is reportedly being handled by a dedicated team within Nintendo EPD, leveraging the new hardware capabilities of the Switch 2 to deliver updated graphics and potentially new gameplay mechanics. The decision to remake "Star Fox 64" instead of a new entry in the series suggests a strategic focus on revitalizing established intellectual properties for the Switch 2 launch window. This move is anticipated to appeal to both long-time fans of the franchise and newcomers who may have been introduced to the character through the recent "Super Mario Galaxy Movie."