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Star Fox 64 may have been released in a different millennium, but its non-linear, multi-path main story setup is still as fresh today as it was back in 1997. A love letter to classic science-fiction movies, from Star Wars to Star Trek to Independence Day and Planet of the Apes, Star Fox 64 is full of veiled references, but manages to feel unique, with a style wholly of its own.
Those that only played through it once have only seen a third of the stages and challenges Star Fox 64 and its remake on 3DS have to offer. Never taken the hard route before? Need tips for beating the bosses quickly? Want to know how to do a barrel roll? Here's where you can find out how to see everything this game has to offer.
This strategy guide deals with all three versions of Star Fox 64; the original N64 release, the Wii/Wii U re-release, and the upgraded 3DS version. Parts of the guide were published way back in 1997 for the release of the Japanese version of Star Fox 64, but the guide was never completed. In 2026, we went back and added more detailed walkthroughs and boss strategies, Star Fox 64 maps, medals guides, and checklists. In the spirit of content preservation, the original walkthrough text is still available as mini strategies on the Easy Route Guide and Medium Route Guide pages.
- Tips and Beginner's Guide
- Walkthrough
- Medal Tracker
- Boss Fights Guide
- N64 Cheats and Unlockables
- 3DS Cheats and Unlockables
- N64 Cheats and Unlockables
Like all guides on IGN, our Star Fox 64 guide was written by humans and is accompanies by screenshots from the game to help you find your way. If you enjoy this guide, please recommend it to your friends!