F-Zero X N64 box art

Nintendo 64 · Racing

F-Zero X

SystemNintendo 64
Released1998
GenreRacing
DeveloperNintendo
PublisherNintendo
Players1–4 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesF-Zero
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 15

F-Zero X is a racing game released in 1998 for the Nintendo 64, developed by Nintendo.

It landed about 2 years into the N64's life. Other notable N64 releases from 1998 include The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, 1080° Snowboarding and Mario Party. Among the 67 N64 racing games in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.

It is part of the F-Zero series. The series also appears on other systems with F-Zero (SNES) and F-Zero: Maximum Velocity (GBA). Nintendo also made Super Mario 64, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Mario Kart 64 for the N64.

F-Zero X supports up to 4 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a story or exploration rather than laps

What playing F-Zero X is like

Racing games range from realistic driving to kart racers with weapons and shortcuts. Races are short, making them great for quick sessions and split-screen rivalries.

Tip for newcomers: Learn each track's racing line and braking points; in kart racers, item strategy matters as much as driving.

F-Zero X gameplay screenshot on N64
In-game screenshot (N64)

F-Zero X cheats & codes

281 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:

Unendlich Leben800D8729 0005
Track Enhancer Easy (There Are Bumps/Jumps In Tracks)8109E2CF 30C5
Track Enhancer Hard (There Are Bumps/Jumps/Holes In Tracks)8109E22F 30C5
Track Cofuser8109EACF 30C5
Finish Camera In Time Trials880CD003 0002
Smaller Tracks8109E5AF 30C5

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F-Zero X walkthroughs & guides

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Playing N64 games today

The N64 is at its best with friends on the couch: its library is packed with four-player party, racing and shooter games. Selected titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack.

F-Zero X FAQ

When did F-Zero X come out on the N64?

F-Zero X was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998.

Who made F-Zero X?

It was developed by Nintendo.

Is F-Zero X multiplayer?

Yes. F-Zero X supports up to 4 players.

How long does F-Zero X take to play?

As a racing game, F-Zero X typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about F-Zero X on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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