Star Fox 64

About Star Fox 64 (N64)

Star Fox 64 is a 3D rail shooter developed and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo 64 in 1997. A remake and expansion of the SNES original, it sends Fox McCloud, Falco Lombardi, Peppy Hare, and Slippy Toad across the Lylat system to stop the returned Andross. It was the first game to support the Rumble Pak, letting players feel every hit, and its fully voiced cast - “Do a barrel roll!” - made it an instant classic.

Missions branch across a mission map, with secret objectives unlocking alternate routes and medals rewarding high scores. Whether on rails or in free-flying All-Range Mode, it remains one of the N64’s most replayable adventures.

Detailed Gameplay

Fly the Arwing along cinematic flight paths or battle freely in All-Range Mode arenas. Ground missions put you in the Landmaster tank on planets like Macbeth and Titania, and the Blue Marine submarine dives into the oceans of Aquas.

Arwing Maneuvers

• Barrel roll to deflect enemy fire - Peppy will remind you
• Boost to charge ahead and brake to line up precise shots
• Somersault and U-turn to shake enemies off your tail

Branching Mission Map

• Complete hidden objectives to unlock alternate routes through the Lylat system
• Missions span Corneria, Meteo, Fortuna, Sector X, Titania, Macbeth, Area 6, and Venom
• Face Star Wolf - Wolf, Leon, Pigma, and Andrew - in rival squadron dogfights

Medals and Scoring

• Earn a medal on each mission by beating its score target
• Collect all medals to unlock Expert mode for a fiercer challenge
• Charge shots, smart bombs, and wingman saves all feed your score

Vehicles and Wingmen

• Pilot the Landmaster tank and Blue Marine submarine on special missions
• Falco, Peppy, and Slippy assist in battle - rescue them when enemies latch on
• Slippy’s boss analysis shows enemy health; Peppy’s advice often hides real tactics

Game Highlights

• “Do a Barrel Roll!”: Fully voiced banter that became gaming legend.
• Rumble Pak Pioneer: The first game to shake the controller with every explosion.
• Branching Paths: Secret objectives open alternate routes across the Lylat system.
• Multiplayer Dogfights: Split-screen versus battles for up to four players.

Controls

Pilot the Arwing with the Nintendo 64 controller. - Analog Stick: Steer the Arwing - A Button: Fire lasers; hold to charge - B Button: Drop a smart bomb - Z Trigger: Barrel roll left and right; double-tap for boost or brake - R Button: Boost; L Button: Brake

Tips and Strategies to Win

Medals demand aggression and precision in equal measure. - Barrel roll constantly in heavy fire - it deflects shots and keeps you alive. - Save smart bombs for clustered enemies or boss phases worth big points. - Rescue wingmen quickly; their kills add to your score and they save you in turn. - Learn each route’s hidden objectives - medals depend on taking the right path.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Who are the members of Star Wolf? A: Wolf O’Donnell leads Leon Powalski, Pigma Dengar, and Andrew Oikonny - a rival mercenary team hired by Andross.

Q: What does the barrel roll do? A: It deflects most enemy fire while active, making it your best defensive move in heavy combat.

Q: Can I play Star Fox 64 online for free? A: Yes, you can play it online for free in your browser on RiveGame with no downloads or installation required.