Nintendo has announced a Star Fox Direct

May 7, 2026 - 10:52

Nintendo has officially announced a Star Fox Direct presentation, fueling speculation that a new entry in the long-dormant franchise is finally on the way. The broadcast is scheduled for later this week, and the company has confirmed it will focus entirely on the Star Fox series. This marks the first major spotlight on the franchise since 2016's Star Fox Zero for the Wii U, a game that divided fans with its dual-screen controls and motion aiming.

While Nintendo has not revealed specific details, the timing and format of the announcement strongly suggest a new game rather than a port or remaster. The last original Star Fox title, Star Fox Zero, was released nearly a decade ago, and the series has remained quiet ever since. A brief appearance by Fox McCloud in 2018's Starlink: Battle for Atlas served as the character's only notable console appearance in recent years.

Fans have long hoped for a return to the series' roots, with many calling for a return to the fast-paced, arcade-style rail shooting of the original Star Fox and Star Fox 64. The Direct is expected to clarify whether the new project will follow that classic formula or attempt a fresh direction. Either way, after years of silence, the announcement alone has already reignited excitement among longtime followers of the intergalactic fox pilot.