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F-Zero X
Generally favorable reviews
Based on 13 critic reviews
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Based on 8 votes
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Game Info
Publisher: Nintendo
Developer: Nintendo
Genre(s): Racing
Players: 4
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
Release Date: October 1, 1998
Summary
Players can choose from 30 different hover car racers, including updated representations of the Blue Falcon and other vehicles from the original F-Zero. Each car does have significantly different handling characteristics. Some feel lightweight and agile, others are heavy and ponderous, but it's possible to win with any of them. While it might seem that a faster car would always be best, the heavier cars are armored and better able to withstand the damage inducing side rails of the courses. On some of the more treacherous and twisting courses, it's possible to win simply by being the last hover car floating. [Nintendo]
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What The Critics Said
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Gaming Age
The framerate and action more than makes up for the slightly less than average graphics. This is a title that no self-respecting N64 owner should pass up. Nintendo has created the first true N64 classic since Mario 64.
Read Full Review >IGN
In the grand scheme of things, F-Zero X will probably appeal to older gamers more, who want pure racing over arcade frills and still have a soft spot fot the original F-Zero. An excellent update to the grand daddy of cyber racers that only suffers under its generic look.
Read Full Review >Games Domain
F-Zero X is a terrific update of a classic game that deserves the attention of anyone who owns an N64.
Read Full Review >Electronic Gaming Monthly
It might not look too hot, but F-Zero X is one hell of a racer. [Jan 2004, p.189]
Total Video Games
With the random track generator, the smooth visuals, the awesome multiplayer & the comic-book atmosphere, this game becomes a must-by.
Read Full Review >TotalGames.net
A little more innovation would have been appreciated, but this is one case where a more or less straight update of the SNES original was all that was needed to produce a great game.
Read Full Review >Nintendorks
This is quite possibly the best racing game I've ever played. It doesn't have the glitz of some other racing games, but it has one thing that's been sorely neglected. Speed. Lots of speed.
Read Full Review >Nintendojo
You'll love the speed of the play whether it's four player or single. Also there's plenty of options including an elimination death match, time trial etc. I like the fact that you have to unlock the game. It kind of keeps you interested that way.
Read Full Review >Electric Playground
Just like all of the best Nintendo games, the more you play F-Zero X, the more you'll appreciate its subtleties. It may not impress you at first glance but I can assure you, this cart is packed with gold.
Read Full Review >Game Revolution
Combining high speed racing with well designed tracks and tons of competitors, F-Zero X surely does its predecessor proud.All in all, this game is plain fun. Nothing really new, but nothing bad either.
Read Full Review >All Game Guide
Comparing F-Zero X with other futuristic racers on the Nintendo 64 is rather difficult, since neither Extreme-G nor AeroGauge are in the same league. In a nutshell, Nintendo has another winner on its hands. One of the finest futuristic racers to grace a console.
Read Full Review >Hot Games
A fantastic racer with great control and a large number of tracks and cars to choose from. Add in the multiplayer mode, and this is a game you really cannot afford to miss.
Read Full Review >GameSpot
Practically flawless from a technical standpoint, the biggest thing missing from F-Zero X is that it lacks a soul.
Read Full Review >What Our Users Said
The average user rating for this game is 8.6 (out of 10) based on 8 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
Masiah f-zero gave it a10:
My name is masiah I'm captain falcon every body calls me f-zero is my game and I get up every morning and play f-zero evey day on the computer and watch the shows and looking for f-zero everytime when I get on the computer and have the screen for f-zero even online I have the screen andhave the toys car and the DVD I go to www.f-zerogplegend.com I LOVE F_ZERO FOR EVER.
Eduardo M. gave it a10:
The fastest racing game in the N64. The multiplayer is very fun (and fast).
Caleb gave it a1:
I despised F-Zero X. One of the worst games I've ever played. Very repetitive, terrible graphics and just plain boring. The whole game was bland and I can't stress how repetitive it was. I do give it a one though, because it does give me some enjoyment, though very little. I would never recommend this game in a million years.
Robert A. gave it a 9:
Oh yes.one of the best racers for the n64. chachingbaby!!
