Star Fox 64 3D

 3DS
Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 65 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 56 out of 65
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 65
  3. Negative: 0 out of 65
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  1. GameTrailers
    Sep 10, 2011
    73
    The lack of any online functionality hurts the bottom line, but the series has never been renowned for its multiplayer components. This is the perfect chance to get acquainted with StarFox if you've missed out after all these years, but this classic game from the 90's is merely a good game today.
  2. Gamereactor Denmark
    Oct 19, 2011
    70
    Star Fox 64 3D is best seen as a simple but tasty snack in between meals for those of us waiting for proper new adventures from Nintendo. It's not for everyone, but does offer easily digested science fiction entertainment with plenty of action for many.
  3. Eurogamer Portugal
    Oct 10, 2011
    70
    It is easily one of the best games currently available for Nintendo 3DS, a genre "old school", which may seem strange to some players, but keeping intact the characteristics that made it famous in the past as the best title in the Star Fox series.
  5. Level7.nu
    Sep 30, 2011
    70
    Very short flying game that still shines when it comes to control and entertainment value.
  6. Pocket Gamer France
    Sep 27, 2011
    70
    Starfox 64 3DS is a space shooter that is both complex and accessible. The series' arrival on Nintendo's latest handheld is great news but the new visual elements and the double gameplay prove to be little more than small details in a remake that is short of big surprises.
  7. GamesRadar+
    Sep 9, 2011
    70
    Outside of a perfunctory multiplayer mode that's cute so long as you have friends nearby with a 3DS (there's no online play) , Star Fox 64 3D is a fine diversion, but at its full price of $39.99, it isn't a must buy.
  8. Digital Spy
    Sep 27, 2011
    60
    A lack of new levels and the omission of online play definitely damages the title, but the wonderful level design, intuitive controls and addictive gameplay makes it easy to overlook such glaring faults.
  9. Giant Bomb
    Sep 16, 2011
    60
    If you're looking for the history lesson, you're better off grabbing it for $10 on the Virtual Console.
  10. Gamekult
    Jul 22, 2011
    60
    Quotation forthcoming.

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#9 Best 3DS Game of 2011
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#4 Most Discussed 3DS Game of 2011
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#9 Most Shared 3DS Game of 2011

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User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 278 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 198 out of 278
  2. Mixed: 66 out of 278
  3. Negative: 14 out of 278
  1. hit925
    Nov 22, 2011
    6
    This game is criminally short. What you actually play is so fun and wonderful and at times fairly challenging. It's just a con putting thisThis game is criminally short. What you actually play is so fun and wonderful and at times fairly challenging. It's just a con putting this game out though at a full £40 initial price because there is nowhere near enough content despite being utterly brilliant all the way through. And I'm sorry but online 16 player dogfights woould hae been immense!!!!… Full Review »
  2. wallofjericho42
    Sep 11, 2011
    9
    I never had the luxury of playing the original Starfox 64 way back when, so playing Starfox 64 3d was a whole new experience. I must say, ItI never had the luxury of playing the original Starfox 64 way back when, so playing Starfox 64 3d was a whole new experience. I must say, It is a superb game. The graphics are totally new and look sharp and provide some good looking effects. The analog controls are smooth and the gyro is fun (albeit not something I use often). And, most importantly, it is just plain enjoyable. It provides a good, solid challenge and huge amounts of replay value, and although it unfortunately lacks online play, the local play is fair fun if you have some friends with a 3ds (not to mention it's download play!). I highly recommend this game to any 3ds owner.… Full Review »
  3. iamtrent424
    Sep 9, 2011
    10
    This was one of nintendo 64 best game and now its on the 3DS. One of the year best 3ds games. SO far this is the best 3d effect game. If youThis was one of nintendo 64 best game and now its on the 3DS. One of the year best 3ds games. SO far this is the best 3d effect game. If you have a 3ds this is the game to get. There is no doubt , get it. It is worth the money.It has a lot of level and very fun to play. If you loved the 64 version then you will love this version even better.… Full Review »
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