Star Fox will have a day one update on Nintendo Switch 2

Nintendo is planning a day one update for the new Star Fox game on Nintendo Switch 2, the company has confirmed.

The patch is one you’ll want to download as it’s bringing in major features. Battle Mode as well as GameChat character avatars and AR filters will be properly supported with the update.

As previously detailed, Battle Mode features 4-vs-4 dogfights, with up to eight players divided between Team Star Fox and Team Star Wolf. There’ll be three stages with different objectives, including securing control of a designated zone on Corneria, collecting energy crystals on Fichina, and gathering cargo from space pirates in Sector Y. Online multiplayer is supported along with GameShare.

Something else we’ve seen is that, when using GameChat, you’ll be able to appear as different characters from Star Fox using an interactive avatar that mirrors your expressions and movements. AR Filters even let users add a pair of Star Fox-like ears or a Falco-inspired beak that moves while talking. 

Star Fox will be out for Nintendo Switch 2 on June 25, 2026. We have a graphics comparison between the new game and the N64 original here.