Nintendo Switch 2
Star Fox Wiki
Your complete guide to the Star Fox remake on Nintendo Switch 2 — walkthroughs for all 25 branching paths, medal scores, true ending requirements, and multiplayer modes.
Branching Route Walkthroughs
Every mission in Star Fox branches based on your performance — hit counts, hidden objectives, and stealth choices determine whether you reach Bolse, Area 6, or the true ending at Venom II. Pick a route below or use the route map to see all 25 paths at a glance.
Easy Route
The default beginner path: Corneria → Meteo → Fichina → Sector X → Titania → Bolse → Venom. No all-range-only stages, no stealth missions, and the most forgiving medal thresholds — ideal for your first playthrough.
Easy Route Walkthrough →Medium Route
A balanced alternate path through Katina, Solar, and Macbeth with mixed vehicle types. Triggered by warp rings on Meteo or high scores on Sector Y. Ends at Bolse and the standard Venom boss fight.
Medium Route Walkthrough →Hard Route
The true ending path: save Falco on Corneria, score 100+ hits in Sector Y, clear Zoness undetected, and destroy all six Copperhead missiles over Sector Z. Success routes you through Area 6 to Venom II and the Star Wolf fleet battle.
Hard Route Walkthrough →Controls & Vehicles
Master the Arwing, Landmaster tank, and Blue-Marine sub with our full controls reference. Switch 2 adds Joy-Con 2 mouse targeting for precision shots and split-screen co-op with independent stick and mouse input. Vehicle-specific handling guides cover Fichina snow runs and Aquas underwater combat.
Full Controls List →True Ending Guide
The hard route demands precise actions across seven missions — stone arches on Corneria, 100-hit threshold in Sector Y, stealth on Zoness, and perfect missile defense in Sector Z. One mistake sends you to Bolse and the normal ending. Follow our step-by-step true ending guide or the hard route walkthrough for mission-by-mission details.
Multiplayer Modes
Play the full campaign in split-screen co-op with a second Joy-Con or via GameShare. Battle Mode adds 4v4 team dogfights across three maps with online matchmaking and GameChat voice support. See our multiplayer guides for loadouts, map strategies, and lobby setup.
Battle Mode Guide →Medals & Expert Mode
Each of the 16 stages has a hit-score medal threshold — from 150 on Corneria to 250 on Zoness. Collect enough medals to unlock Expert Mode, the hardest difficulty with faster enemies and tighter routing windows. Check medal requirements for every stage threshold and wingmate survival rules.
Interactive Route Planner
Not sure which path you are on? The route planner lets you select your choices at each branching point and shows your destination, remaining missions, and whether you are still on track for the true ending. Plan your run before each mission to avoid accidental route changes.
Route PlannerCharacters & Story
Meet the Star Fox team — Fox McCloud, Falco Lombardi, Peppy Hare, Slippy Toad, and ROB 64 — plus villains and Star Wolf including Andross and Wolf O'Donnell. Wingmate survival affects your hit count and medal chances, so keep the squad together during all-range combat.
Star Fox Team →Guides & Tips
New to the Lylat System? Start with how to play basics and controls training. Veteran pilots can jump to the full walkthrough, Andross boss guide, or all medals strategy. Every guide includes video references and routing tips.
Mission Walkthroughs
Jump directly to any of the 16 Lylat System missions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Star Fox features 25 distinct branching paths across 16 missions. Your performance at each stage — hit counts, hidden objectives, stealth, and wingmate saves — determines which planet or sector you visit next. Three main route categories (easy, medium, hard) cover the most common paths.
Complete the hard route: fly through all seven stone arches on Corneria, score 100+ hits in Sector Y, clear Zoness without triggering alarms, destroy all six Copperhead missiles in Sector Z, then beat Area 6 to reach Venom II. You will fight Star Wolf before Andross reveals his true form.
The Velan Studios remake adds Battle Mode (4v4 online dogfights), Challenge Mode with Holoviewer logs, GameShare and split Joy-Con co-op, Joy-Con 2 mouse targeting, updated visuals and voice acting, and amiibo Battle Banner rewards. Core routing and medal mechanics match Star Fox 64.
Yes. The full campaign supports local split-screen co-op with a second Joy-Con or controller, plus GameShare for two Switch 2 consoles. Routing conditions and medal thresholds are shared. Battle Mode also supports 4v4 online team battles with GameChat voice chat.
Each stage awards a medal when you reach its hit-score threshold with all wingmates alive. Medals unlock Expert Mode, which increases enemy aggression and tightens routing windows. Thresholds range from 150 hits on Corneria to 250 on Zoness — see our medal requirements page for every stage.
Yes. Many stages have hidden exit conditions — warp rings on Meteo, pillar defense on Fichina, stealth buoys on Zoness, and the Macbeth train shortcut can all redirect you. Use the route planner before each mission to confirm your current path and true-ending eligibility.