Fans of high-speed racing can look forward to the upcoming update for 'F-Zero 99' on the Nintendo Switch, which introduces a nostalgic 'Classic Race' mode. The new mode aims to recreate the experience of the original F-Zero SNES titles with a 4:3 screen ratio, narrower tracks, and a cap of 20 racers. Additionally, with only one turbo use per lap and disabled features like Spin Attack and Skyway, players can expect a more traditional racing challenge.
The update, labeled as 1.1.0, will also add a 'lucky card' item that rewards players with prizes such as experience points for matching rankings and vehicles over five races. Although the update is confirmed to release in Japan shortly, a Western release date has not been announced yet.
'F-Zero 99' has been available earlier this year and is a throwback to the classic SNES game, adopting similar graphics and tracks. This title is exclusively accessible to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers and comes as a free addition for members outside their subscription.
For Switch owners and fans of retro racing games, 'F-Zero 99's upcoming 'Classic Race' mode is a merging of contemporary online gameplay with the charm of 90s gaming nostalgia, promising to deliver an exciting new way to experience the iconic franchise on modern hardware.
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Nostalgia is in full throttle with 'F-Zero 99's new update; it's a sweet throwback that feels like a love letter to the franchise's roots with its classic mode. The 'lucky card' system sounds like a cool incentive to keep racers coming back, which is key for any online game's longevity – here's hoping the Western release follows soon
Ah man, diving back into that 'Classic Race' mode is gonna be like hopping into a time machine—pure, unadulterated F-Zero vibes with a side of modern flair. Nintendo really knows how to keep the old-school fans hooked while bringing fresh twists to the track; can't wait to see how the community responds to this retro rush
The new 'Classic Race' mode in 'F-Zero 99' is a neat throwback that should hit the sweet spot for fans craving that old-school, edge-of-your-seat racing vibe, especially with limitations that emphasize skill over gimmicks. It's cool to see how the update is cultivating a blend of retro simplicity and the conveniences of modern online play, though gamers in the West are surely tapping their feet for that release date confirmation.