Nintendo's Switch Online + Expansion Pack welcomes two exhilarating additions to its GBA racing game library: F-Zero Climax and F-Zero: GP Legend! Arriving October 11th, 2024, these classic titles offer a thrilling blast from the past for racing enthusiasts.
This exciting announcement brings the futuristic speed of F-Zero to a new generation of players. Both F-Zero: GP Legend, initially released globally in 2004, and the previously Japan-only F-Zero Climax (2004), will be available for the first time outside of Japan. This marks a significant event, as Climax has been a highly sought-after title for years.
The F-Zero franchise, a cornerstone of Nintendo's racing legacy, debuted in 1990. Known for its intense speed and innovative gameplay, it pushed the boundaries of console technology in its time, influencing other iconic racing franchises. The series features the iconic Captain Falcon, who also stars in the Super Smash Bros. series. F-Zero gameplay centers on high-speed racing, navigating challenging tracks and outmaneuvering opponents in their unique "F-Zero machines."
Game designer Takaya Imamura previously cited the immense popularity of Nintendo's Mario Kart franchise as a contributing factor to the F-Zero series' prolonged hiatus. However, with the release of F-Zero 99 last year and now this addition to the Switch Online + Expansion Pack, fans can once again experience the adrenaline-pumping action.
Get ready to compete in Grand Prix, story, and time trial modes when F-Zero Climax and F-Zero: GP Legend launch as part of the October 2024 Switch Online + Expansion Pack update. Prepare for the ultimate futuristic racing experience!
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