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Velan Studios proud of Star Fox remake for Switch 2
Velan Studios praised its work on the Switch 2 remake of Star Fox, noting new modes, visual overhaul and a unique Nintendo partnership.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Velan Studios announced that it is "deeply proud" to have helped bring a full remake of Star Fox to Nintendo's Switch 2, the company said in a message shared on October 13.
What happened
The original Star Fox 64 received a complete visual overhaul for Switch 2, featuring redesigned characters, revamped stages, fully voiced dialogue, an orchestral soundtrack and new gameplay modes. The remake adds Joy‑Con 2 mouse controls, a GameChat feature, and a 4‑vs‑4 multiplayer Battle Mode. Players pilot Fox McCloud's Arwing to thwart the villain Andross across the Lylat System.
What the reports add
Gonintendo notes that Velan first collaborated with Nintendo in 2020 on Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit, and that Nintendo gave Velan "the keys to the Star Fox kingdom" for this project. An interview referenced in the article says Velan CEO Karthik Bala described the Nintendo partnership as "very special and unique".
What was said
Velan’s statement reads, "We opened a second studio in Toronto and brought Star Fox to life with Nintendo, a project our team was deeply proud to take on." The outlet attributes this quote to Velan Studios.
How it came about
Velan’s earlier work with Nintendo on Mario Kart Live set the foundation for the Star Fox collaboration, and the studio’s expansion to Toronto is cited as part of its growing capabilities.
Key facts
- Velan Studios helped remake Star Fox for Nintendo Switch 2. (gonintendo.com)
- The remake features new visual designs, voiced dialogue, orchestral music, Joy‑Con 2 mouse controls, GameChat and 4‑vs‑4 multiplayer. (gonintendo.com)
- Velan first partnered with Nintendo in 2020 on Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit. (gonintendo.com)
- Velan CEO Karthik Bala called the Nintendo partnership "very special and unique". (gonintendo.com)
Sources
- [1] gonintendo.com — originally reported as “Velan Studios says they're "deeply proud" to have worked on Star Fox, shares insight into their relationship with Nintendo (UPDATE)”
