Star Fox Classic
Super Nintendo · Shooter
Star Fox 2
Certified classic
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 2017 |
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | Nintendo EAD |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Star Fox |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 14 |
Star Fox 2 is a shooter released in 2017 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Nintendo EAD and published by Nintendo.
It landed about 26 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 2017 include Unholy Night: The Darkness Hunter. Among the 26 SNES shooters in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.
It is part of the Star Fox series; on the SNES you can also try Star Fox. The series also appears on other systems with Star Fox 64 (N64) and Star Fox Command (DS).
Star Fox 2 supports up to 2 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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
- you want to experience one of the SNES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
What playing Star Fox 2 is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Star Fox 2 cheats & codes
11 codes on file (Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Pro Action Replay codes to start with:
| Note | N/A |
|---|---|
| Force Type of Stage | 7E5D280? |
| Enemies Remaining Modifier | 7E5D2AXX |
Star Fox 2 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Star Fox 2.
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Playing SNES games today
The SNES library has aged exceptionally well, especially its RPGs, platformers and puzzle games. A large selection is available on Nintendo Switch Online, and if you own the cartridges you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88, including online with friends.
Star Fox 2 FAQ
When did Star Fox 2 come out on the SNES?
Star Fox 2 was released for the Super Nintendo in 2017.
Who made Star Fox 2?
It was developed by Nintendo EAD and published by Nintendo.
Is Star Fox 2 multiplayer?
Yes. Star Fox 2 supports up to 2 players.
How long does Star Fox 2 take to play?
As a shooter, Star Fox 2 typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Star Fox 2 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.