Get ready to speed into the future! Nintendo has announced the arrival of two classic F-Zero GBA racing games to the Switch Online + Expansion Pack!
F-Zero Climax and F-Zero: GP Legend Zoom onto Switch Online
Launching October 11, 2024
Nintendo's announcement confirms the October 11th release of F-Zero: GP Legend and the previously Japan-exclusive F-Zero Climax on the Switch Online + Expansion Pack.
The F-Zero franchise, Nintendo's high-octane futuristic racing series, debuted in Japan over 30 years ago (1990). A critical success, it influenced other racing franchises like SEGA's Daytona USA. F-Zero games were renowned for pushing the technological boundaries of their respective consoles, consistently ranking among the fastest racing games on SNES and beyond.
Like Mario Kart, F-Zero features intense racing, track obstacles, and competitive battles between racers' "F-Zero machines." The series' iconic protagonist, Captain Falcon, is also a familiar face in the Super Smash Bros. series.
F-Zero: GP Legend initially launched in Japan in 2003, followed by a global release in 2004. F-Zero Climax, released in Japan in 2004, remained region-locked until now, marking a 19-year wait for international players. This gap was partly attributed to the immense popularity of Nintendo's Mario Kart series, according to F-Zero designer Takaya Imamura.The October 2024 update for the Switch Online + Expansion Pack brings both titles to subscribers. Prepare for thrilling Grand Prix races, engaging story modes, and time trials.
For more details on Nintendo Switch Online, check out our related article (link below)!
