Velan Studios' Star Fox remake has arrived on Nintendo Switch 2, bringing the classic Nintendo 64 arcade shooter back to a modern platform.
Released at retail and digitally on the Nintendo eShop worldwide, the remake places Fox McCloud and his wingmen in the cockpit as they defend the Lylat System from Dr. Andross.
The project is notable both for its updated visuals and for a newly assembled English-language voice cast tasked with bringing the characters to life.
Key facts
- Developer: Velan Studios
- Platform: Nintendo Switch 2 (retail and Nintendo eShop)
- Source material: Remake of the Nintendo 64 Star Fox title
Voice cast (English)
- Hunter McCoy — Fox McCloud
- Andrew Russell — Falco Lombardi, Area 6 Commander
- Erik Braa — Peppy Hare, General Pepper, Sarumarine Captain, Forever Train Engineer
- Jeremy Adams — Slippy Toad
- Brandon Hunt — ROB64, Andrew Oikonny, Attack Carrier Captain
- Samuel Drake — Wolf O’Donnell, Bill Grey, Granga Pilot, Meteo Crusher Pilot
- Mick Lauer — Pigma Dengar, Yaru de Pon, Shogun Squadron Commander
- Griffin Puatu — Leon Powalski, Caiman
- Hunter Peterson — James McCloud, Dr. Andross
- Brittany Cox — Katt Monroe, Spyborg Announcer
Actor reactions (paraphrased)
Several cast members shared their responses to joining the project on social media following the game's launch.
Hunter McCoy described voicing Fox McCloud as the honor of his lifetime, thanking Nintendo, casting and the story team and noting the role was his first major project.
Andrew Russell said he was proud to step into Falco Lombardi's role and called the part surreal, referencing his early memories of playing Star Fox on SNES.
Brandon Hunt said he was humbled to voice ROB64 and Andrew Oikonny, thanking the casting team, developers and fans for their support.
Samuel Drake acknowledged the legacy of prior performers — specifically remembering Jock Blaney — and said he was honored to contribute to characters including Wolf O’Donnell.
Mick Lauer expressed excitement at voicing Pigma Dengar and thanked the development and localization teams.
Hunter Peterson called it a full-circle moment to voice both James McCloud and Dr. Andross and thanked casting and his agents.
Brittany Cox said she was thrilled to voice Katt Monroe and congratulated the entire team on the finished game.
Critical reception notes
Early hands-on impressions highlighted the remake's visuals, expanded narrative and durable arcade-style gameplay.
One reviewer noted repeated campaign playthroughs and extensive engagement with the game's challenges, describing the remake as an entertaining arcade adventure that showcases some of the best visuals seen from a Nintendo title.
Availability
Star Fox is available now at retail and digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch 2 worldwide.
The newly revealed voice cast marks a notable part of Velan Studios' effort to modernize the franchise for current hardware.
Released at retail and digitally on the Nintendo eShop worldwide, the remake places Fox McCloud and his wingmen in the cockpit as they defend the Lylat System from Dr. Andross.
The project is notable both for its updated visuals and for a newly assembled English-language voice cast tasked with bringing the characters to life.
Key facts
- Developer: Velan Studios
- Platform: Nintendo Switch 2 (retail and Nintendo eShop)
- Source material: Remake of the Nintendo 64 Star Fox title
Voice cast (English)
- Hunter McCoy — Fox McCloud
- Andrew Russell — Falco Lombardi, Area 6 Commander
- Erik Braa — Peppy Hare, General Pepper, Sarumarine Captain, Forever Train Engineer
- Jeremy Adams — Slippy Toad
- Brandon Hunt — ROB64, Andrew Oikonny, Attack Carrier Captain
- Samuel Drake — Wolf O’Donnell, Bill Grey, Granga Pilot, Meteo Crusher Pilot
- Mick Lauer — Pigma Dengar, Yaru de Pon, Shogun Squadron Commander
- Griffin Puatu — Leon Powalski, Caiman
- Hunter Peterson — James McCloud, Dr. Andross
- Brittany Cox — Katt Monroe, Spyborg Announcer
Actor reactions (paraphrased)
Several cast members shared their responses to joining the project on social media following the game's launch.
Hunter McCoy described voicing Fox McCloud as the honor of his lifetime, thanking Nintendo, casting and the story team and noting the role was his first major project.
Andrew Russell said he was proud to step into Falco Lombardi's role and called the part surreal, referencing his early memories of playing Star Fox on SNES.
Brandon Hunt said he was humbled to voice ROB64 and Andrew Oikonny, thanking the casting team, developers and fans for their support.
Samuel Drake acknowledged the legacy of prior performers — specifically remembering Jock Blaney — and said he was honored to contribute to characters including Wolf O’Donnell.
Mick Lauer expressed excitement at voicing Pigma Dengar and thanked the development and localization teams.
Hunter Peterson called it a full-circle moment to voice both James McCloud and Dr. Andross and thanked casting and his agents.
Brittany Cox said she was thrilled to voice Katt Monroe and congratulated the entire team on the finished game.
Critical reception notes
Early hands-on impressions highlighted the remake's visuals, expanded narrative and durable arcade-style gameplay.
One reviewer noted repeated campaign playthroughs and extensive engagement with the game's challenges, describing the remake as an entertaining arcade adventure that showcases some of the best visuals seen from a Nintendo title.
Availability
Star Fox is available now at retail and digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch 2 worldwide.
The newly revealed voice cast marks a notable part of Velan Studios' effort to modernize the franchise for current hardware.
