It’s kind of a tough call to pick between the original “Star Fox” and its N64 reinvisioning, at least for this writer.
Thankfully, I don’t have to make that call here, since this is more about evaluating “Star Fox 64” in a vacuum.
In that context, 64 is an unqualified success, boasting a proper advancement of the controls, story, graphics, and sound you’d expect from the era, resulting in one of the better rail shooters you’ll find anywhere.
The branching paths are really what will make or break the game for most people. If you’re a fan, they’ll extend the life of the game considerably. If you’re less enthused, well, this is an hour or two of a good time and that’s pretty much it.
I think with the announcement of the Switch 2 remake, more people will try checking this one out. They’ll be greeted by a game that is self-assured and enjoyable. Not ground-breaking. Just good.