Star Fox Zero

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7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 767 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 141 out of 767
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  1. Spacemerune28
    Feb 14, 2023
    9
    After spending more time with this game, I can now say its the best in the series. So many quality of life changes, really great graphics and new enemy designs. Only thing that hurts it are the controls, but they are not to bad.
  2. sixlink
    Sep 11, 2021
    9
    Spend the time to learn to use the game pad control, it's just like a fighter pilots look to aim, and you've incredible immersion and engagement.
    I am fox, peppy, falcon.... Not so much slippy (you can keep his annoying yap)
    Love this game, a true successor to lylat wars.
    And it looks so good and moves so well.
  3. greninjaX
    May 11, 2021
    10
    this game is awesome. you don't like motion controls? yall are babies. get good and maybe someday you will be able to enjoy life.
  4. Soldadozombi
    Dec 14, 2020
    8
    A very arcade and original way to play. A jewel of nintendo wii u. Entertaining, playable.
  5. mikath
    Apr 26, 2020
    8
    Ok... at the time the game launched i was already on board with the gameplay. 10 minutes in training mode was already what i needed to understand the game and have a blast with the best dog-fights in the franchise. And this experience really made me clueless for all the negativity, towards the gameplay. I get that is not the conventional way to play a game, but how can you play splatoon,Ok... at the time the game launched i was already on board with the gameplay. 10 minutes in training mode was already what i needed to understand the game and have a blast with the best dog-fights in the franchise. And this experience really made me clueless for all the negativity, towards the gameplay. I get that is not the conventional way to play a game, but how can you play splatoon, and somehow find this game control scheme awful?! is almost the same thing as splatoon. actually i would say that they are the best controls for the ar-wings in the franchise. High level gameplay in this game is much more, gratifying and cool looking than any star fox (i'm saying this as a fan that played every game in the franchise). of course is not only good things i have to say. The game lacks originality in story (really is the third time this story is told. ok the way they told is a little bit different and a lot of the moments are new. but is not like this game wasn't the chance for we to have a James mcloud game), the graphics, while being good a lot of times, some of the environment are very bare-bones, almost looking like an hd wii game, some of the button mappings are very strange and the game really needed a proper multiplayer, since star fox was aways an arcady franchise and part of the replay value is to play with other people. i wonder why there is not any local multiplayer vs mode, or a proper coop (since the one in the game is really just for the butt-hurts who can't spend 10 minutes in training mode learning how to play). another thing that dragged down my experience with the game was the new gyrowing vehicle. the gameplay is very slow, and don't fit the rest of the more frenetic gameplay, even though is just in some few stages, the ar-wing walker mechanic could easely fit the more stealth portion they tried with the gyrowing, so the addition is not that good. Otherwise, my second fav star fox game after only 64 3ds. Oh! And the game is a star fox game, why people complain about the lenght of the game?! Wasn't the replay aspect the core idea of playing star fox?! and the multiple routes, secret stages and medal system is exactly for this.… Expand
  6. jamrt
    Mar 23, 2020
    8
    I feel that once you get used to the controls, this game is actually pretty fun. My biggest complaint is that there isn't nearly enough levels, meaning you can get bored fast when replaying.
  7. Mario_Tierra
    Sep 2, 2019
    8
    Un grandísimo juego, con un control peculiar pero al que te adaptas a los pocos minutos del juego. Uno de los mejores StarFox y de los juegos más infravalorados de WiiU. Muchos ni lo analizaron, se lo quisieron quitar de encima bien rápido, y pese a tirarse toda la generación exigiéndole al Gamepad más funciones que las comunes, luego no supieron valorar esta tremenda joya.
  8. FnafGamer123
    May 3, 2019
    10
    I think Nintendo wanted to make another game with motion Controls for the Wii U game pad, and they Star Fox Zero their hardest, and I'll give them credit, it is really a fun game, 2 amiibo are compatible but they're really cool, the gameplay is not bad, the graphics are solid, it comes with 2 games for $59.99? Mind blowing here, that is a good deal, but in Nintendo's store (WEBSITE) youI think Nintendo wanted to make another game with motion Controls for the Wii U game pad, and they Star Fox Zero their hardest, and I'll give them credit, it is really a fun game, 2 amiibo are compatible but they're really cool, the gameplay is not bad, the graphics are solid, it comes with 2 games for $59.99? Mind blowing here, that is a good deal, but in Nintendo's store (WEBSITE) you can get the games with a Fox amiibo for $24.99, that's another deal (Nintendo doesn't make these Wii U games anymore so they discount them all)!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!… Expand
  9. iMustang
    Mar 26, 2019
    8
    One of the best Wii U games. I have to say this is honestly my favorite Star Fox game they've made yet. Made with the hands of Miyamoto himself, this game does a fantastic job of giving you the intense feel of space combat down to all the sounds and vibrations used by both the game pad and the TV in conjunction with each other. The various vehicles are a lot of fun and give you all sortsOne of the best Wii U games. I have to say this is honestly my favorite Star Fox game they've made yet. Made with the hands of Miyamoto himself, this game does a fantastic job of giving you the intense feel of space combat down to all the sounds and vibrations used by both the game pad and the TV in conjunction with each other. The various vehicles are a lot of fun and give you all sorts of different angles of the universe to enjoy, and lead to some intense (if not often frustrating) boss fights. Having both a 3rd party view and cockpit view was a really cool feature, even if at times the game isn't clear when you're suppose to switch, potentially leading to unfortunate deaths. Another neat feature is having two constant control options, one with buttons and one without (you don't even have to choose, it's always active). There wasn't a lot of story value, but what they did have was really well done and added to the intensity of the game. And given that it's a sort of remake to Star Fox 64, any story value is good. If you have a Wii U and have been skeptical due to mixed reviews, I can definitely assure you this game is a lot of fun and worth trying on your own.… Expand
  10. Ernest_Figueroa
    Nov 23, 2018
    9
    De esos juegos difíciles de tomar el control, pero cuando lo haces, te lo comes 3 o 4 veces para sacarles todo el contenido, el uso del gamepad a mi parecer es un sueño hecho realidad, adoro starfox pero ¿será acaso que nintendo no lo quiere? quiero mas juegos de Starfox.
  11. NiGHTSfan
    Nov 21, 2018
    10
    This game is alot of fun to play i really love the controls theyre alot better and feel fresh and i found my self using the barrel roll alot more than the starfox 64 or starfox assault games. I also really loved the mission where you get to play as peppey and i was psyched to see that i get to play as him and they have alot of elements from the older starfox games like the walker modeThis game is alot of fun to play i really love the controls theyre alot better and feel fresh and i found my self using the barrel roll alot more than the starfox 64 or starfox assault games. I also really loved the mission where you get to play as peppey and i was psyched to see that i get to play as him and they have alot of elements from the older starfox games like the walker mode that from what i could see was originally in starfox 2 which never came out originally until super nintendo classic but they have that feature in the game and its amazing to use. And the story is also really good in my opinion so i give the game a 10 out of 10.… Expand
  12. LylatAce
    Nov 18, 2018
    10
    This is my personal favorite of the Star Fox series. It’s almost been 3 years since it has released on Wii U. I’m writing this review, because it’s critical to objectively gauge what is good about Star Fox Zero. A lot of gamers are emotional beasts and they tend to hallucinate problems that don’t exist. What they think about most irrationally becomes most important. As a long time Star FoxThis is my personal favorite of the Star Fox series. It’s almost been 3 years since it has released on Wii U. I’m writing this review, because it’s critical to objectively gauge what is good about Star Fox Zero. A lot of gamers are emotional beasts and they tend to hallucinate problems that don’t exist. What they think about most irrationally becomes most important. As a long time Star Fox player, I have to lay out what makes Star Fox, Star Fox. This game plays like Star Fox. And that’s hard for people to grasp. The problem I do have with Star Fox Zero is that the gameplay is ambiguous, as it was before on 64. It’s design is spot on, but it leaves many things open to interpretation. That is a design flaw, but it’s my only and biggest gripe. I can’t tell you how old it gets being surrounded by people who know nothing about Star Fox gameplay. Nintendo, this is an easy fix. Look at modern action games like Bayonetta. No ambiguity. It teaches the player how to play. Aside from that... the great stuff: The controls work perfectly but there’s one stipulation. You have to use them as intended to work perfectly, not how you feel like they should be used. Use the game pad strictly for gameplay. And use the TV for strategy. Focus on one screen at a time, not both. People who try to look at both at the same time are morons. The combo system is amazing in Star Fox Zero. It does a great job rewarding the player for ingenuity. And there many well hidden secrets. Secrets hidden in the levels, bosses and secret techniques you can master for alternate routes. This is a strength, but it can be amazingly ambiguous. Example: there’s a third way to destroy the first boss: lead the missiles back into the boss. Very cool, but a kid would never figure that out. Star Fox Zero is riddled with lots of secret objectives. More than any reviewer discovered. The medals do a good job teaching the player the mechanics, however, people look at medals as if they were gold stars in a Mario game. They’re actually Learning tools. And they do teach well. Again ambiguous. The variety in SFZ is quite amazing, the mechanics are too deep to type out, but watch skilled players and you’ll see how much you can strategize compared to previous installments. It’s a lot of control to hone technique and gives ingenuity to your play style. Star Fox’s genre is the action genre. It’s about honing technique and becoming better over time. This idea is lost on many because most of gaming is instant gratification. This is a game in its truest sense that asks you to learn. In the short attention span age we live in, that made this an automatic risk. I think Nintendo did an amazing job with expanding the mechanics from the 64 days and really making Star Fox fresh. I won’t list every little technique and detail, but Nintendo... if you’re listening.... please, quit making Star Fox games amibigious. Teach people how to play so they can appreciate your design choices, when people are unsure of how something works they fill in the blanks with their imagination. People who love Zelda will try to fill in the blanks in the context of Zelda if they can’t figure out the game they’re playing. People who love call of duty will do the same. I can use infinite examples. Again, make future games unambiguous. Hold on to what you have here and grow it. As a pro star fox player, this is objectively good and I think you know it too. One more time: make future star Fox games unambiguous. Communicate your gameplay effectively and conquer.… Expand
  13. SSCheetah
    Sep 28, 2018
    9
    Don't understand why this is so underrated. I loved it. The controls are creative, intuitive and fun. People complaining about it maybe because it was before its time. Motion controls in BotW and Android PUBG make aiming so much better and it was the same here before either of them. The only downside to this game is the challenge medals. You have to look up a guide to find them otherwiseDon't understand why this is so underrated. I loved it. The controls are creative, intuitive and fun. People complaining about it maybe because it was before its time. Motion controls in BotW and Android PUBG make aiming so much better and it was the same here before either of them. The only downside to this game is the challenge medals. You have to look up a guide to find them otherwise you'd be repeating the same level a zillion times which would get old fast. Definitely pick this one up.… Expand
  14. GojiraSan
    Jul 4, 2018
    8
    Is the game perfect, no. Does it deserve all the negative reviews, no. The sounds and visuals are great. The issue most people have with the visuals is not the graphics, in fact the graphics are colorful and crisp. The issue is with the art style, which is very old school. The controls are a bit much for most people and I agree. All the time and resources spent on the complex controls andIs the game perfect, no. Does it deserve all the negative reviews, no. The sounds and visuals are great. The issue most people have with the visuals is not the graphics, in fact the graphics are colorful and crisp. The issue is with the art style, which is very old school. The controls are a bit much for most people and I agree. All the time and resources spent on the complex controls and dual screen setup, would have been better spent working on online dogfights and other features.… Expand
  15. Coolamanen50
    Jun 20, 2018
    9
    Star fox zero deliveres a fun experience with fun controlls and unique missions. The characters have their good personality like always and the game has many reasons to keep you playing.

    Star fox zero gets a 9/10.
  16. forevernes
    May 20, 2018
    9
    star fox Zero nota 9....................... ........ .....................
  17. MPReviews
    Apr 27, 2018
    8
    I consider this the “last jedi” of the star fox franchise, as people are very divisive on this game, with plenty loving it, but plenty more hating it, and like with last jedi, I honestly do not get why so many people hate this game. I really enjoyed it! It can be frustrating at times, particularly during some of the boss battles, and the controls do take some time to get used to, but it isI consider this the “last jedi” of the star fox franchise, as people are very divisive on this game, with plenty loving it, but plenty more hating it, and like with last jedi, I honestly do not get why so many people hate this game. I really enjoyed it! It can be frustrating at times, particularly during some of the boss battles, and the controls do take some time to get used to, but it is still a very fun and rewarding game if you stick with it. A lot of people also complain the graphics don’t look very good at all, but I personally think they look really good! The music is also obviously fantastic, and its always fun to listen to the banter between the characters, and while yes the game is almost a complete retread of starfox 64 in terms of the locations you go through and the story, I don’t see how that’s a bad thing. Starfox 64 was a great game! So it really dosen’t hurt that zero is so similar to that classic from the 5th generation at all. Also zero does make enough devations from 64 to stand out in its own right, so its not like its the exact same game as 64. Overall, starfox zero gets an 8/10. It would be a bit higher if it weren’t for the frustrating moments such as certain boss fights, but its still a great game that is absolutely worth playing if you haven’t done so yet.… Expand
  18. FapbGamer121
    Dec 8, 2017
    10
    un juego maravilloso, con un control que tal vez, puedas tardar un poco en acostumbrarte a él, pero luego de unos minutos será fácil dominarlo, estupenda banda sonora, historia...los juegos de nintendo siempre mandan la historia a las berenjenas, los gráficos son bastante buenos, sin mencionar que en la TV y en el gamepad se ven imágenes distintas y ambas pantallas a 60fps,.
    un juego    un juego maravilloso, con un control que tal vez, puedas tardar un poco en acostumbrarte a él, pero luego de unos minutos será fácil dominarlo, estupenda banda sonora, historia...los juegos de nintendo siempre mandan la historia a las berenjenas, los gráficos son bastante buenos, sin mencionar que en la TV y en el gamepad se ven imágenes distintas y ambas pantallas a 60fps,.
    un juego retante y muy rejugable, pues tiene 5 medallas por nivel, las cuales no suelen ser muy fáciles de conseguir, tendrás que jugar varias veces un mismo nivel de varias formas para conseguir las 5 medallas.
    excelente    … Expand
  19. friendlyboy
    Oct 3, 2017
    8
    A generally fun time after you figure out the controls, fun couch co-op, good boss fights. the only bad thing is the controls for the gyroscope are a bit wonky, but other then that most levels are fun and alot of collectibles to collect.
  20. PepitoNoAlmeida
    Aug 5, 2017
    8
    Este es el juego más injustamente subvalorado de la Wii U. El trato que le dio la prensa puso en evidencia una de las características más deleznables de los jugadores de hoy en día: la pereza. No nos engañemos. Cuando salió a la venta Star Fox de SNES en 1993 el target de los videojuegos no era de advenedizos. Se requería de cierta destreza y predisposición por parte de los jugadores paraEste es el juego más injustamente subvalorado de la Wii U. El trato que le dio la prensa puso en evidencia una de las características más deleznables de los jugadores de hoy en día: la pereza. No nos engañemos. Cuando salió a la venta Star Fox de SNES en 1993 el target de los videojuegos no era de advenedizos. Se requería de cierta destreza y predisposición por parte de los jugadores para poder disfrutar de los juegos. Es cierto que el crecimiento de la industria requiere que se incluya a toda clase de personas, pero esto no sólo ha provocado que las compañías disminuyan el reto de sus títulos, sino que traten como, perdón por la horrible palabra, minusválidos a casi toda la comunidad. En las reseñas de Star Fox Zero yo no vi a los "expertos" mencionar que `para disfrutar de este juego se requieren destrezas y predispocición de aprender una experiencia única en su tipo, ya no se diga en su consola sino en toda la historia del medio. Sólo vi a un montón de quejumbrosos argumentado que el sistema de control no los llevó de la mano por el recorrido en rieles, con todo y cinturón de seguridad, que esperaban. Su falta de pericia me hizo preguntarme qué clase de "jugadores" son los que tenemos a cargo de las reseñas y las críticas. Jugar Star Fox Zero me dio la respuesta: son ineptos.

    Claro que el juego no es perfecto. Para empezar es muy corto y algunas misiones terminan cuando apenas se va creando el clímax. Las partes de mayor intensidad y diversión contrastan con algunos de los momentos más flojos de la franquicia (incluso más flojos que en Star Fox Command). Pese a ser un tributo al prácticamente insuperable Star Fox 64, algunas misiones no le llegan ni a los talones a las de aquella obra maestra. Digamos que, a pesar de ser más variadas, el producto final no se siente tan redondo y deja pidiendo más. No obstante, el uso de la gamepad (el factor más criticado por la prensa) da una sensación de inmersión como nunca antes. Si logras controlar el juego como se te pide y superas la curva de aprendizaje requerida, te darás cuenta que este juego será una joya aclamada en el futuro. Ya he dicho que este Star Fox tiene algunos de los momentos más anticlimáticos de toda la serie, pero también tiene algunos de los más frenéticos y emocionantes. Sus jefes y mecánicas para derrotarlos son de lo más vistoso y espectacular que hay en cualquier shooter sobre rieles y su modo de juego tipo arcade agrega un valor de rejugabilidad satisfactorio.

    Visualmente es un juego que resalta por su dirección de arte, creada específicamente para los seguidores de la serie. Puede que a simple vista parezca cuadrado y sin chiste, pero los conocedores de este universo sabrán darle su justo valor. Algunos efectos como las explosiones y ciertas texturas son de gran calidad, aunque otros como el diseño de ciertas naves rivales son simplonas y demasiado apegadas a su nostalgia de 64 bits. La acción fluye suave pese a algunos bajones en el frame rate, pero nada que corte la intensidad.

    En conclusión, si tú eres de esos jugadores de la vieja guardia sabrás apreciar un título como Star Fox Zero. Vale mucho la pena. Si por otra parte, eres de aquellos que no están abiertos a nuevas experiencias y prefieres los juegos que se pasan solos, donde la mayor acción se encuentra en las cinemáticas, no te ofendas y mejor ve a jugar tu Assassin´s Creed de la semana.    … Expand
  21. Stlouzilla
    May 30, 2017
    8
    Disclaimer: I might be a "mark" for this game. I never understood the negative reception it received and have always thought it was unfairly maligned for its unconventional control system. Admittedly, switching between following the action on the gamepad and TV can be a bit overwhelming at first, but once it catches on it enhances the experience and makes for a memorable and uniqueDisclaimer: I might be a "mark" for this game. I never understood the negative reception it received and have always thought it was unfairly maligned for its unconventional control system. Admittedly, switching between following the action on the gamepad and TV can be a bit overwhelming at first, but once it catches on it enhances the experience and makes for a memorable and unique experience. Plus, with a little practice it is possible to ignore the gamepad altogether and play just on the TV in classic Star Fox 64 fashion (except during boss fights). Overall, the production and replayability make it a worthy addition to any Wii U library.… Expand
  22. Suzumiya1
    Apr 3, 2017
    10
    Es una joya rara, diferente, rompe el molde, como lo quieran decir, ahora dirán que es muy regular y cosas así, pero es increíble que nintendo saque esta joya, saca todo el potencial al gamepad, difícil de controlar pero porque no hay otro juego como este y no tenemos referencias de como jugarlo, hay que aprender a jugar este juego para gozarlo al máximo, yo le di la oportunidad, y es unaEs una joya rara, diferente, rompe el molde, como lo quieran decir, ahora dirán que es muy regular y cosas así, pero es increíble que nintendo saque esta joya, saca todo el potencial al gamepad, difícil de controlar pero porque no hay otro juego como este y no tenemos referencias de como jugarlo, hay que aprender a jugar este juego para gozarlo al máximo, yo le di la oportunidad, y es una maravilla… Expand
  23. Linkfan
    Apr 2, 2017
    9
    This game is my favourite star fox game. People loved star fox 64 but some of them hated this game... I just don't get it. It's simply fun! The controls are really awkward, but seriously if you make an effort, you can master them after about 20 minutes.
  24. DCzGames
    Mar 16, 2017
    8
    This game is a lot of fun. First of all, having the same voice actors as in Star Fox 64 is awesome. It looks and plays great and it's a welcome addition to the Star Fox franchise. However it is not without its flaws. The motion controls should not be mandatory, though once you get used to it it isn't as much as a hindrance as at the beginning. I did not like how the Walker was pushed asThis game is a lot of fun. First of all, having the same voice actors as in Star Fox 64 is awesome. It looks and plays great and it's a welcome addition to the Star Fox franchise. However it is not without its flaws. The motion controls should not be mandatory, though once you get used to it it isn't as much as a hindrance as at the beginning. I did not like how the Walker was pushed as much as it was, especially for the battle with Andross. Also the story was nothing new and was basically a remake of the 64 game. I wouldn't call any of these issues a deal breaker however and I would highly recommend to fans.… Expand
  25. Grovy_Sparky
    Feb 24, 2017
    9
    Well... Personally i couldn't understand why people hates a different control for a shooting game...

    When i play for first time, and see the Peppy's Special Tutorial... I Never felt bad with the control... i... i felt as i Understand all time ever... The Gameplay, as many other tells, it's a new Reinvention of a Star Fox Game, but for first time... the blasters and the ship are    Well... Personally i couldn't understand why people hates a different control for a shooting game...

    When i play for first time, and see the Peppy's Special Tutorial... I Never felt bad with the control... i... i felt as i Understand all time ever...

    The Gameplay, as many other tells, it's a new Reinvention of a Star Fox Game, but for first time... the blasters and the ship are different each other, And the Gamepad can create an amazing experience, where you can enjoy the Cabin of the Arwing/Landmaster/Gyrowing, Aim with the Gamepad with a
    Realistic sensitivity (More than ANY Call Of DUTY can do) and feel the conversations via 3D Sound...

    I Know than the game is not perfect... maybe Popular things like a Multiplayer will attract more gamers... but... Star Fox Zero Is the Reinvention of the Shooting Games... With a Gamepad would can battle alongside the legendary WASD and Mouse of the PC... Sadly... the people Will not appreciate that, because Is not a Call Of Duty, Is not a HALO, Is Not a Metroid... IS a Star Fox...

    I Hope than You can play that game… and… just for a While, forgot the Gamepad than the Ordinary Shooting Games Forces to you for a Years… That’s not impossible… and… if you do… you can enjoy star fox zero… even more than the legendary Star fox 64…    … Expand
  26. jincea
    Feb 15, 2017
    10
    logra un gran avance en cuanto a la jugabilidad .. logra explotar al maximo las funciones del mando innovador y entretenido perfecto para pasar el rato y disfrutar de una agradable partida
  27. Focaccia
    Feb 14, 2017
    9
    I simply don't understand the hate for this game, the graphics were incredible and the gameplay was really fun. The game is pretty short but it has a lot of alternative routes which can make the game last over 10 hours. The boss battle are great and the controls need some time to get used to but are pretty good. This is my favorite Star Fox game along with Assault for the Gamecube.
  28. andrelol3
    Feb 12, 2017
    10
    The controls take some time to get used to, but nothing that some training won't solve. Gameplay is great, level design is excellent. Overall a very good Star Fox game.
  29. Filidecht
    Jan 26, 2017
    8
    Criminally underrated.
    I'm not saying everyone should like/ enjoy it, because opinions and enjoyability are subjective, but this is not a bad game - in the slightest.
    So the controls, yeah? Now, I'm not keen on anything motion related. Gaming is what I do in my down-time, so I like to chill out with a pad and, y'know, relax. However... I really enjoyed the controls for this. I'm sure    Criminally underrated.
    I'm not saying everyone should like/ enjoy it, because opinions and enjoyability are subjective, but this is not a bad game - in the slightest.

    So the controls, yeah? Now, I'm not keen on anything motion related. Gaming is what I do in my down-time, so I like to chill out with a pad and, y'know, relax. However... I really enjoyed the controls for this. I'm sure they're a nightmare if you've no coordination, but those of us who are rhythm machines will have a blast. The only criticism I had was regarding the Walker, that there was no strafing, and it turned out the actually was, which made a huge (and enjoyable). It'd be nice if there was a pro controller patch for those who feel they need it, but I feel that would genuinely detract from the experience. Otherwise, if you're avoiding this purely because of the motion-controls, then whatever, it's your loss.

    Graphics? I'm not sure what the fuss is, but they look fine to me. Nothing to **** the bed over, but not so bad that I feel compelled to moan about them. They're crisp, with some solid texturing and the overall style is a something of a nod to Star Fox/ Starwing. Maybe that's just not your jam, though, and that's fine, too.

    It's a pretty short game, fo' sho', but the replayability is substantial. Just like every other Star Fox. Except Adventures. And Assault, but the latter had me coming back for more.

    Story? S'aight. It's no Ni No Kuni or Last of Us, but try to keep in mind you're a fox, in a spaceship, fighting a giant monkey head, so let's not try to take things too seriously.

    Zero is a solid game, and more, and I think the reactions it's received speak more about the modern gamer/ critic rather than th game itself. I'm not saying those opinions are wrong, or dismissing their validity - I'm just saying they're ****e.    … Expand
  30. thenerdynerd99
    Jan 8, 2017
    9
    This, people, is a reboot done right. It retrofits everything that worked in Star Fox 64 and then some. The graphics are gorgeous for a game on the ill-fated Wii U, the music is top notch, and some of the stages are a blast to play. But the ridiculous insistance on motion controls is a bit of a turn-off for me. But, unlike so many other people that live in their mom's basement, I don'tThis, people, is a reboot done right. It retrofits everything that worked in Star Fox 64 and then some. The graphics are gorgeous for a game on the ill-fated Wii U, the music is top notch, and some of the stages are a blast to play. But the ridiculous insistance on motion controls is a bit of a turn-off for me. But, unlike so many other people that live in their mom's basement, I don't think that the motion controls are so bad that they detriment the whole experience. This is one of the better titles for the Wii U. If you have a Wii U and don't have this game, it's a game you should buy before Nintendo drops the bomb known as the Switch… Expand
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#13 Best Wii U Game of 2016
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 82 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 82
  2. Mixed: 43 out of 82
  3. Negative: 3 out of 82
  1. Easy Allies
    Dec 1, 2016
    80
    Star Fox Zero is a wonderful re-imagining of one of the most beloved games in the series, blending elements from its early history in a tasteful manner. The meatier story mode leaves you with a better sense of fulfillment over its predecessors, and while there isn’t an online leaderboard to compare best times or scores, there are other extras to keep you playing. Adapting to the new controls might take more patience than some players are willing to give, but those who stick it out are rewarded with a higher-degree of precision than previously possible. It’s by no means perfect, but it’s safe to say Miyamoto’s latest experiment is a success.
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  2. IGN Denmark
    Aug 22, 2016
    73
    A rather halfhearted remake of a true classic, with less focus on the story of epic teamwork than one would have expected. A frustrating release for the fans, but nonetheless a fine addition to the Wii U roster.
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  3. GameSpew
    Jun 13, 2016
    80
    If you can handle the gyroscope, you’re in for a quality thrill ride through the Lylat System, difficult but rewarding.
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