Nintendo has confirmed the next mainline Star Fox is heading to the Nintendo Switch 2 on 25 June 2026, bringing Fox McCloud and his team back to the Lylat system with a full campaign and expanded multiplayer features.
The company outlined launch pricing and a slate of gameplay and social options in a recent briefing reported by Nintendo Life.
Price and formats
Nintendo announced digital pricing at £41.99 / $49.99, with the physical edition carrying a roughly $10 premium over the digital release.
The game will be available on the Nintendo Switch 2 eShop at launch and sold in retail as a boxed edition for players who prefer physical copies.
Campaign, soundtrack and presentation
According to Nintendo's briefing, the title includes a single-player campaign presented with full cinematics and an orchestral soundtrack described as "epic".
Those production details position the release as a major, narrative-focused entry for the franchise on Nintendo's next-generation handheld-console.
Multiplayer, co-op and social features
Nintendo confirmed both local and online multiplayer modes, plus cooperative play.
The company also listed new social features: GameShare functionality and an integration with GameChat that lets players assume the persona of a Star Fox character during voice chat sessions.
Nintendo additionally confirmed amiibo support for the game, allowing players with compatible figures to access supported features.
Community response and engagement
Nintendo Life invited readers to weigh in on the release, asking whether they plan to buy Star Fox on Nintendo Switch 2.
The outlet encouraged participation via a reader poll and comment thread to measure interest ahead of launch.
What this means for Nintendo Switch 2 owners
For players on Nintendo's next platform, the package represents a full-scale franchise return with both solo and social play options.
The announced launch date of 25 June 2026 and confirmed pricing give consumers clear information to plan purchases on the eShop or at retail.
As always, readers should consult Nintendo's official channels and the Nintendo Switch 2 eShop for the most current details, updates, and post-launch patches or content announcements related to Star Fox.
The company outlined launch pricing and a slate of gameplay and social options in a recent briefing reported by Nintendo Life.
Price and formats
Nintendo announced digital pricing at £41.99 / $49.99, with the physical edition carrying a roughly $10 premium over the digital release.
The game will be available on the Nintendo Switch 2 eShop at launch and sold in retail as a boxed edition for players who prefer physical copies.
Campaign, soundtrack and presentation
According to Nintendo's briefing, the title includes a single-player campaign presented with full cinematics and an orchestral soundtrack described as "epic".
Those production details position the release as a major, narrative-focused entry for the franchise on Nintendo's next-generation handheld-console.
Multiplayer, co-op and social features
Nintendo confirmed both local and online multiplayer modes, plus cooperative play.
The company also listed new social features: GameShare functionality and an integration with GameChat that lets players assume the persona of a Star Fox character during voice chat sessions.
Nintendo additionally confirmed amiibo support for the game, allowing players with compatible figures to access supported features.
Community response and engagement
Nintendo Life invited readers to weigh in on the release, asking whether they plan to buy Star Fox on Nintendo Switch 2.
The outlet encouraged participation via a reader poll and comment thread to measure interest ahead of launch.
What this means for Nintendo Switch 2 owners
For players on Nintendo's next platform, the package represents a full-scale franchise return with both solo and social play options.
The announced launch date of 25 June 2026 and confirmed pricing give consumers clear information to plan purchases on the eShop or at retail.
As always, readers should consult Nintendo's official channels and the Nintendo Switch 2 eShop for the most current details, updates, and post-launch patches or content announcements related to Star Fox.