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Star Fox 64 3D
Star Fox 64 3DClassic rail shooter reborn in vibrant 3D on the Nintendo 3DS
Star Fox: Assault
Star Fox: AssaultHigh‑octane aerial and ground combat for up to four players.
Overview
Description

Star Fox 64 3D brings the iconic space‑combat adventure to the Nintendo 3DS with a full graphical overhaul and stereoscopic 3D depth. Players pilot the Arwing through iconic missions, battling Andross’s forces while enjoying an updated storyline that ties directly into the original classic. The remake adds both single‑player and multiplayer modes, letting friends compete in dogfights or cooperate in select challenges, all while the 3D screen enhances distance perception for tighter, more intuitive controls.

Take control of Fox McCloud and his iconic team as you battle intergalactic foes across sky, land, and foot missions. Switch between Arwings, Landmaster tanks, and on‑foot combat to experience a varied shooter adventure. Enjoy a single‑player campaign packed with fast‑paced missions and a four‑way split‑screen mode that lets friends compete or cooperate in intense aerial dogfights and tank battles.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Third-Person Shooters
Third-Person Shooters
Best for
Fans of classic rail shooters
Fans of classic aerial shooters
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99−33%
$29.99
release date
2011-07-17
2005-02-14
Specifications
developer
Nintendo EAD Software Development Group No.5, Q-Games Ltd., Nintendo
Namco
publisher
Nintendo
Nintendo
age rating
ESRB E10+, PEGI 7
ESRB T, PEGI 7
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Split screen
critic score
78/100+56%
50/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Stunning 3D visual upgrade
  • Faithful recreation of classic missions
  • Both single‑player and local multiplayer options
  • Tight, responsive controls for handheld gaming
  • Varied gameplay across air, land, and foot combat.
  • Four-way split-screen encourages local multiplayer fun.
  • Classic Star Fox characters and lore.
  • Multiple mission objectives keep gameplay fresh.
Cons
  • Limited to Nintendo 3DS hardware
  • No online multiplayer support
  • Short overall campaign length
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards.
  • Difficulty spikes can be frustrating.
  • Limited platform availability.
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