Platinum Games and Nintendo launched Star Fox Zero back in the WiiU era and the titleremains one of the few first-party Nintendo games on the console not to be ported over.
In an interview with VideoGamesChronicle, Platinum Games studio head Atsushi Inaba said that they would definitely be interested in porting Star Fox Zero to Nintendo Switch. That is if given the chance, especially since not many people will be able to play the game if it remains exclusive to the WiiU.
It’s not cool that people aren’t able to play older games because they’re locked out of the platform, so of course if anything was possible we’d like to bring over any of those older titles to the newer platforms.
Inaba expressed that the final decision will ultimately be up to Nintendo and Shigeru Miyamoto, the latter of whom was heavily involved in Star Fox Zero‘s original development. This includes whether to port the game over in the first place as well as any potential updates and / or changes, such as altering the game’s somehwat controversial control scheme.
VideoGamesChronicle interview highlights regarding Star Fox Zero
It kind of depends on what’s in the realm of actual possibility, but yeah, if the chance came up it’s definitely something we’d like to think about.
The important thing to remember there is that because it’s Nintendo’s IP, the ideas are coming from Miyamoto-san himself, We have to respect what Miyamoto-san wants to do.
Of course, at that time there was a lot of discussion between Platinum and Nintendo, but if the opportunity came up to bring Star Fox Zero to the Switch again it would be more of a question of what he would like to do in that opportunity, and of course we would respect that again.
Mr. Hashimoto was working on Star Fox as director at the time, but he’s no longer with [PlatinumGames]. He was probably the one who had the most trouble taking the ideas to Mr. Miyamoto, because aside from how he is personally, he is a giant in the industry and somebody who a lot of creators look up to. So, it takes a lot of courage or anyone to go to him with ideas or feedback.
About Star Fox Zero
The Lylat System is in danger! Join Fox , Falco, Peppy and Slippy as you fight to protect the galaxy in Star Fox Zero, an epic 3D shooter only on Wii U. Lead the Star Fox team to exotic planets and into thrilling dogfights where you and your comrades will duke it out against the evil Andross’ invading empire!
Jump into the cockpit!
In Star Fox Zero, you’ll use an immersive control scheme that uses both the Wii U GamePad and the TV screen views to provide unique perspectives on the action.
On the TV, you’ll have a cinematic view of the action going on all around you. On the GamePad touch screen, you’re given a cockpit view and an aiming reticle that allows you to line up your shots with precision using motion controls. As an ace pilot, try to execute advanced flight techniques, such as somersaults and barrel rolls, to take down enemies with ease!
You can even blast through this space adventure with a friend in Co-op Play*! In this multiplayer mode, one player controls the craft on the TV screen using a Wii U Pro Controller or Wii Remote and Nunchuk while another aims and shoots using the Wii U GamePad.
By land, air and outer space!
As you fly from one planet to the next, you’ll pilot a variety of different vehicles such as the new drone-like Gyrowing and the classic Landmaster to fight off Andross’ forces on any front! Some vehicles can even transform into another type of craft: the legendary Arwing that Fox and the team fly can now transforms into a bipedal assault vehicle called the Walker.
With the Fox amiibo (sold separately), you can play with the Arwing from the classic SNES game and there might be another bonus waiting for you!
A new flight path!
However you choose to approach each mission, be on the lookout for useful items, collectible medals and even branching paths. Revisit a stage with different tactics and you may discover a teleporter that could lead you to a challenging new boss encounter or an entirely new planet!
Fly into battle and lead the fight against Andross in Star Fox Zero, only on Wii U!
Pesky robots strictly prohibited!
Join Slippy Toad and his uncle Grippy Toad as you protect different mining facilities from invading robots in Star Fox Guard on Nintendo eShop for Wii U. Visit the Star Fox Guard gamepage to find out more!
- Join Fox, Falco, Peppy and Slippy as they fight to protect the Lylat System from Andross’s invasion
- Immerse yourself in the action with a unique control scheme that uses both the TV screen and Wii U GamePad
- Pilot a variety of vehicles – some can even transform to switch up your tactics!
- Revisit stages filled with collectible Medals and explore branching paths to discover new challenges
