Star Fox (series) facts for kids
Star Fox is a super cool video game series made by Nintendo. It's all about flying awesome spaceships and shooting down enemies in exciting battles! The games follow a brave team of animal heroes, led by the main character, Fox McCloud.
There are 9 games in the Star Fox series. The very first game, simply called Star Fox, came out on February 21, 1993. The newest game is Star Fox 2, which was released on September 29, 2017. The whole series was created by a famous game designer named Shigeru Miyamoto. These games are known for their fast-paced action and adventure. Most people who play and review the Star Fox games really enjoy them and give them good ratings!
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What is Star Fox About?
The Star Fox games usually put you in the cockpit of a spaceship called an Arwing. You fly through space, over planets, and through enemy bases. Your main goal is to defeat the evil forces threatening the Lylat System, which is where the characters live.
Meet the Star Fox Team
The main heroes of the series are the members of the Star Fox team. They are a group of skilled pilots who work together to protect their home.
- Fox McCloud: He's the leader of the team and a very brave pilot.
- Falco Lombardi: A cool and confident bird, known for his amazing flying skills.
- Slippy Toad: The team's mechanic and inventor. He might get into trouble sometimes, but he's super smart.
- Peppy Hare: The oldest member of the team, he gives advice and support to the others.
How the Games Play
Most Star Fox games are "on-rails" shooters. This means your spaceship moves forward automatically, and you focus on aiming and shooting enemies. You can also dodge obstacles and use special moves. Some games let you explore areas more freely or even walk around as a character.
Different Ways to Play
Over the years, Star Fox games have tried different styles:
- Arcade-style shooting: The classic way, where you fly and shoot through levels.
- All-range mode: Some levels let you fly freely in a big area, giving you more control.
- Ground missions: In a few games, you can even get out of your ship and fight on foot!
Games in the Star Fox Series
The series has grown quite a bit since 1993. Each game adds new adventures and challenges for the Star Fox team.
- Star Fox (1993)
- Star Fox 64 (1997)
- Star Fox Adventures (2002)
- Star Fox Assault (2005)
- Star Fox Command (2006)
- Star Fox 64 3D (2011)
- Star Fox Zero (2016)
- Star Fox Guard (2016)
- Star Fox 2 (2017)
