Nintendo has confirmed pre-order incentives and shared feature details for Star Fox, its cinematic reworking of the classic Star Fox 64 experience, ahead of the game's launch on Nintendo Switch 2.
The title will arrive at retail and digitally via the Nintendo eShop worldwide on 25 June 2026.
Nintendo is offering physical and digital pre-order options through the official My Nintendo Store, with bonuses tied to both purchase formats.
Pre-order details and pricing
Nintendo revealed that customers who pre-order either a physical copy (£49.99) or a digital copy (£41.99) of Star Fox through the My Nintendo Store will receive a Star Fox Pin Set and a Star Fox Rubber Velcro Patch as bonuses.
These incentives apply to My Nintendo Store pre-orders specifically and are intended to accompany the game's retail and eShop launch on Nintendo Switch 2.
How Nintendo describes the game
Nintendo describes Star Fox as a cinematic reimagining of Star Fox 64, featuring completely overhauled character designs, redesigned stage visuals, newly produced cutscenes with full voice acting, and an orchestral soundtrack.
The company positions the title as a modernised adventure that takes advantage of the increased power and performance of the Nintendo Switch 2 system.
Key gameplay features
- Modernised Adventure: Players will explore planets across the Lylat System — from Corneria to Zoness — with updated visuals and expanded mission briefings that reveal more about characters and settings.
- Intense Space Combat: Piloting the Arwing remains central, with laser attacks, mid-air braking, Boost, somersaults and the signature barrel roll available to evade and engage enemies.
- Game Modes: Campaign Mode offers branching routes and a difficulty progression from Easy/Normal to Expert.
Challenge Mode allows stage replays with distinct objectives.
Battle Mode supports 4-vs-4 matches for up to eight players with online private matches and local options via GameShare.
Nintendo Switch 2-specific features
The game integrates Switch 2 capabilities such as GameChat avatars and AR Filters that mirror player expressions, and Joy-Con 2 mouse controls that allow seamless switching between button and mouse-style aiming in solo Campaign and Challenge modes.
GameShare functionality enables local and online co-op and competitive play, with some GameShare online features limited to Nintendo Switch 2 systems.
Reporting and source
This coverage is based on Nintendo's public announcement and details compiled by longtime Nintendo reporter Alex Seedhouse, who has covered Nintendo for 16 years and leads Nintendo Insider's reporting on hardware and software for Nintendo platforms.
The title will arrive at retail and digitally via the Nintendo eShop worldwide on 25 June 2026.
Nintendo is offering physical and digital pre-order options through the official My Nintendo Store, with bonuses tied to both purchase formats.
Pre-order details and pricing
Nintendo revealed that customers who pre-order either a physical copy (£49.99) or a digital copy (£41.99) of Star Fox through the My Nintendo Store will receive a Star Fox Pin Set and a Star Fox Rubber Velcro Patch as bonuses.
These incentives apply to My Nintendo Store pre-orders specifically and are intended to accompany the game's retail and eShop launch on Nintendo Switch 2.
How Nintendo describes the game
Nintendo describes Star Fox as a cinematic reimagining of Star Fox 64, featuring completely overhauled character designs, redesigned stage visuals, newly produced cutscenes with full voice acting, and an orchestral soundtrack.
The company positions the title as a modernised adventure that takes advantage of the increased power and performance of the Nintendo Switch 2 system.
Key gameplay features
- Modernised Adventure: Players will explore planets across the Lylat System — from Corneria to Zoness — with updated visuals and expanded mission briefings that reveal more about characters and settings.
- Intense Space Combat: Piloting the Arwing remains central, with laser attacks, mid-air braking, Boost, somersaults and the signature barrel roll available to evade and engage enemies.
- Game Modes: Campaign Mode offers branching routes and a difficulty progression from Easy/Normal to Expert.
Challenge Mode allows stage replays with distinct objectives.
Battle Mode supports 4-vs-4 matches for up to eight players with online private matches and local options via GameShare.
Nintendo Switch 2-specific features
The game integrates Switch 2 capabilities such as GameChat avatars and AR Filters that mirror player expressions, and Joy-Con 2 mouse controls that allow seamless switching between button and mouse-style aiming in solo Campaign and Challenge modes.
GameShare functionality enables local and online co-op and competitive play, with some GameShare online features limited to Nintendo Switch 2 systems.
Reporting and source
This coverage is based on Nintendo's public announcement and details compiled by longtime Nintendo reporter Alex Seedhouse, who has covered Nintendo for 16 years and leads Nintendo Insider's reporting on hardware and software for Nintendo platforms.