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Nintendo 64 · Shoot 'em Up / Action
Star Fox 64
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Action |
| Developer | Nintendo |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Star Fox |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 27 |
Star Fox 64 is a shoot 'em up released in 1997 for the Nintendo 64, developed by Nintendo. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Lylat Wars or Lylatwars. It blends shoot 'em up and action elements.
It came out in the N64's second year on the market. Other notable N64 releases from 1997 include GoldenEye 007, FIFA: Road to World Cup 98 and Diddy Kong Racing. Among the 7 N64 shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Star Fox series. The series also appears on other systems with Star Fox (SNES) and Star Fox 2 (SNES). Nintendo also made Super Mario 64, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Mario Kart 64 for the N64.
Star Fox 64 supports up to 4 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you want to experience one of the N64's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing Star Fox 64 is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Star Fox 64 cheats & codes
298 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Additional Enable Code (Cheat Device 3.20 Or Higher Needed!) | EE000000 CC000000 |
|---|---|
| Pause Modifier | 80161813 0000 |
| Press R To Turn Aimer Off | 800D8003 0000 |
| Press R To Turn Aimer On | 800D8003 0001 |
| Stops Players Laser Shots | 80161AAB 0040 |
| Infinite Dual Blue Lasers | 80161AAB 0002 |
Star Fox 64 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.
Star Fox 64 FAQ
When did Star Fox 64 come out on the N64?
Star Fox 64 was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1997.
Who made Star Fox 64?
It was developed by Nintendo.
Is Star Fox 64 multiplayer?
Yes. Star Fox 64 supports up to 4 players.
How long does Star Fox 64 take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Star Fox 64 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 Star Fox 64 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.