F-Zero X

 Nintendo 64
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  • Summary: It's you against 29 other machines competing for the title of F-Zero X Champion. You're racing at speeds of over 1,000 km/h high above the atmosphere. Your competition comes from every corner of the galaxy and won't shed a tear at the thought of smashing you off the track. With four-playerIt's you against 29 other machines competing for the title of F-Zero X Champion. You're racing at speeds of over 1,000 km/h high above the atmosphere. Your competition comes from every corner of the galaxy and won't shed a tear at the thought of smashing you off the track. With four-player simultaneous gameplay and the Rumble Pak accessory, you have the fastest racing game on the N64 system!… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. Gaming Age
    96
    The framerate and action more than makes up for the slightly less than average graphics. This is a title that no self-respecting N64 owner should pass up. Nintendo has created the first true N64 classic since Mario 64.
  2. IGN
    91
    In the grand scheme of things, F-Zero X will probably appeal to older gamers more, who want pure racing over arcade frills and still have a soft spot fot the original F-Zero. An excellent update to the grand daddy of cyber racers that only suffers under its generic look.
  3. Games Domain
    90
    F-Zero X is a terrific update of a classic game that deserves the attention of anyone who owns an N64.
  4. Nintendorks
    90
    This is quite possibly the best racing game I've ever played. It doesn't have the glitz of some other racing games, but it has one thing that's been sorely neglected. Speed. Lots of speed.
  5. Electric Playground
    85
    Just like all of the best Nintendo games, the more you play F-Zero X, the more you'll appreciate its subtleties. It may not impress you at first glance but I can assure you, this cart is packed with gold.
  6. Nintendojo
    85
    You'll love the speed of the play whether it's four player or single. Also there's plenty of options including an elimination death match, time trial etc. I like the fact that you have to unlock the game. It kind of keeps you interested that way.
  7. GameSpot
    75
    Practically flawless from a technical standpoint, the biggest thing missing from F-Zero X is that it lacks a soul.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 28
  3. Negative: 2 out of 28
  1. GeoKaiser
    Feb 1, 2020
    10
    Best racing series ever with lots of drivers and courses!
    Graphics 9
    Sound 10
    Controls 10
    Gameplay 10
    Lifespan 10
  2. guitarguy001
    Jan 8, 2014
    10
    My all time favorite racer. Even though i love F-Zero GX, F-Zero X holds a special place for being the first video game i have ever played.My all time favorite racer. Even though i love F-Zero GX, F-Zero X holds a special place for being the first video game i have ever played. This game is a high-octane racer and has one of the best multiplayer offerings on the N64. The soundtrack is one of my all time favorites and the course design still holds up to day. The best racer on the N64.… Expand
  4. Imgema
    May 10, 2012
    10
    This is my favorite game of all time.

    Maybe it won't be as good for you but this game has it all. Speed, perfect controls, great    This is my favorite game of all time.

    Maybe it won't be as good for you but this game has it all. Speed, perfect controls, great atmosphere, ultra smooth frame rate and a death metal soundtrack that will make you think how on earth did Nintendo release such a hardcore game? Who cares about the lack of backgrounds? The races are supposed to be high on the sky or the stratosphere. The lack of backgrounds and spectators give this game a nice feel of isolation and danger. Nobody will come to help you if your ship is destroyed and if you get off the track... well... you are dead.

    Amazing game    … Expand
  5. JRo55
    Jan 26, 2023
    9
    Extremely addicting and fast racing game. Graphics are a bit lacking but the game runs at a smooth 60 frames per second which completely makesExtremely addicting and fast racing game. Graphics are a bit lacking but the game runs at a smooth 60 frames per second which completely makes up for it. Also the soundtrack is fantastic.… Expand
  6. neojotic
    Aug 27, 2020
    8
    Great futuristic racer and a must have for multiplayer nights on N64!

    Lots of different vehicles to choose from however, some of the tracks    Great futuristic racer and a must have for multiplayer nights on N64!

    Lots of different vehicles to choose from however, some of the tracks become repetitive.

    Difficulty is perfect if you're looking for a challenge but there's still some great tracks that fit perfect for a sunday drive (a sunday in the future maybe).

    It's a classic and one that should not be omitted from your collection.    … Expand
  7. Cakiws
    Apr 29, 2023
    8
    I love this game, I can feel the speed the aesthetics, the ambience, the music, the graphics looks very cool, there's so many car race, andI love this game, I can feel the speed the aesthetics, the ambience, the music, the graphics looks very cool, there's so many car race, and the difficulty is challenging, is a pretty good game.… Expand
  8. jj350
    Dec 6, 2022
    1
    Insanely hard game for masochists. Pure punishment in video game form. The Dark Souls of racing games.

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Awards & Rankings

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#4 Best N64 Game of 1998
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#4 Most Discussed N64 Game of 1998
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#8 Most Shared N64 Game of 1998