Why F-Zero GX is the GREATEST Racing Game 20 Years Later

In today's episode, I do an in-depth review for F-Zero GX on the GameCube! Today is the 20th anniversary of the game's launch in North America, and I'm here to tell you why it's still the GREATEST racing game ever made 2 decades later! If you enjoyed the video, be sure to like, comment, and subscribe!
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All footage captured in-house on original hardware, using an Elgato HD60 paired with an EON GCHD and mClassic adapter.
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[@GameCubeGalaxy]

**READ THIS COMMENT** Hope you all enjoyed the review! One thing I want to note is about the 16:9 widescreen support, as I've seen several comments mention this. Yes, I am aware this game has native 16:9 widescreen support lol. However, I had already captured the majority of the footage before thinking about enabling this, and with the time constraints of trying to complete this video in time for its 20th anniversary release in North America, I decided to keep it in its 4:3 ratio. Hope that clarifies why the gameplay footage is not in widescreen! Thanks again for checking out the review everyone!

[@SuperFlashDriver]

I remember seeing F-Zero GX on store shelves at Walmart, Target, and BestBuy back in 2003, the same year Mario Golf Toadstool Tour, Mario Kart Double Dash, Mario Party 5, Kirby Air Ride, Pokemon Channel, Pokemon Colosseum, 1080 degree Avalanche, and Sonic Heroes all making their debut on the gamecube in the same exact year. I still remember 2003 like it was 20 years ago, and it will always be my favorite year of Christmas of all time. And also, in 2003, much like 2002, it snowed near my birthday that year, making it yet another favorite year of mine.

[@kendonl.taylor5111]

@GameCubeGalaxy Have you seen the F-Zero anime adaptation?

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

@@SuperFlashDriver That's a great memory to share man! Yeah, this whole console generation was super memorable, and I literally pictured being back at the stores seeing these games on the shelves through your comment. Thanks for checking out the review man!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

@@kendonl.taylor5111 I have! F-Zero GP Legend was such a good show! I wish it would get a DVD box set release, cause I'd love to rewatch it.

[@SuperFlashDriver]

@@GameCubeGalaxy As always. And while I would have loved the exhibition, VS. modes, or fun races against the CPUs, the story would have been too difficult for me to ever finish as a child. As an adult, I'm not sure, I'll have to try it and see how far I can go for Normal, Had, and Brutal modes and see if I can make it or not. Not to mention having it fast at 60fps (Which I"m not used to fast frames per rate as I usually tend to like it at least 40 frames per second or slower, just so it's easy for me to catch the corner or to prevent a mistake from occuring when done in 60FPS and continuously fail,) would make it a lot harder a some of the missions are split second decisions or you have a few seconds to react until you either crash or fall off the race course. Then again, I do wish I had this game back in the day because it's one of those games, much like 1080 Avalanche, The Simpsons Road Rage, Sonic Heroes, and X-Men Legends 1, that I love the soundtrack for. And yeah, I have played the demos of these games, and they give me fond nostalgia as well. I do have the game on my Dolphin Emulator with a save file that was 100% completed by a different user, and yeah, the amount of customization you can have with the game is so much I barely even go through most of the options it gives you. I'm more of an acceleration speed person and love to go extremely fast (Much like Need For Speed Hot Pursuit 2 mind you on the PS2), and the controls are definitely a little harder than Mario Kart Double Dash I would say. Nevertheless, it's still one of those games that is in my top 10/top 20 gamecube games that I still play to this very day.

[@vm4127]

You're giving F-Zero more attention than Nintendo has in 20 years.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Haha someone has to! I really wish more people could experience this particular installment!

[@mr.awesome6011]

Poorly aged comment

[@ethanchang8342]

Man this didn’t even make it 2 weeks without becoming irrelevant

[@jeremyp3116]

Someone missed a Nintendo direct

[@ethanchang8342]

@@jeremyp3116 someone made a comment well before the Nintendo direct happened

[@MtnSmithy]

F-Zero GX is a profound masterpiece of gaming.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

This. 100%. Thanks for checking out the review!

[@EddyG2023]

It’s the best racing game ever made.

[@KooriGraywolf]

Didn't Nintendo themselves state that they couldn't figure out a sequel because GX was too perfect so there were no innovative enough ideas?

[@MtnSmithy]

@@KooriGraywolf Something like that. As I understand it, they thought GX was fine game, but it's sales weren't especially great, so as a studio it's like, what do you do? You could attempt to do the same thing again except "better," but that won't guarantee sales. So I think that's why Nintendo feels they need to "innovate" the gameplay before just making another.

[@duscha55]

And it's all thanks to SEGA xD SEGA does what Nintendont.

[@NikoSoviet88]

Coming from someone who grew up with this game back in 2003, you really put into perspective why this game is so amazing to this day and why F-Zero fans like us continue to play to today despite 20 years without a game.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thank you man! That truly means a lot to hear! It really speaks volumes that 20 years later, and fans still love this game.

[@jeanbob1481]

I genuinely believe they have reached the Apex and they cannot make a better racing game or at least a F-zero game then F-zero GX. Maybe remaster it with a couple add-on including all tracks from others games or something but seriously you cannot make a better game then this. Maybe story mode for more characters or something.

[@Brawler_1337]

And that’s not even getting into the crazy advanced tech that keeps high level players coming back for more. The skill ceiling in this game is unfrigginbelievable.

[@christiansoldier77]

The older games are way better than the crap they make now

[@Brawler_1337]

@@christiansoldier77 I think the reason for this is multifaceted. First, gaming was only just becoming mainstream. These days, video games sell as well as major movies, but back then there was still this stigma that games were for kids and nerds. The monstrous success of Halo 2 and 3 were so unprecedented that it made the fucking news. Second, companies didn’t know what sells quick and easy. Today we take for granted constant internet access and hard drives for downloading updates and DLC, but prior to the seventh console generation this was only a thing for PCs. Since game companies couldn’t make money on DLC and shit, their main revenue source was games themselves. Publishers had to diversify their developers and game catalogues to see what hit and what didn’t, and because games were the main money makers, developers put a lot of work into making games the best that they could. The main exceptions to this were licensed games and sports games. This isn’t to say that there wasn’t shovelware back in the day. There absolutely was.

[@hooksnfangs6006]

I've played many other futuristic racers, but still to this day none has ever (or ever will) topped GX. I get adrenaline rushes even by just watching replays! This game was way too hardcore for Nintendo 😆

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Haha right on! This was definitely a Nintendo game for a more core gamer market. It’s part of what makes it amazing honestly!

[@tylermuecke7875]

Sega does what Nintendont

[@colbyboucher6391]

It's pretty interesting that this and Melee were in the same console generation, the GameCube in general felt like an attempt at bringing back the people they lost to the PS1

[@actually5004]

@@tylermuecke7875 “NO!!! WE NEED TO KILL SEGA INTO RECALLING EVERYTHING NOW!!! EVEN IF WE HAVE TO DO SOMETHING LIKE PUT KNIVES AND BOMBS TO THEIR TROATS!!!” t. most sane Sega fan.

[@R0B1NG5]

This game is honestly one of the best candidates for a remake/remaster.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Couldn't agree more! Here's hoping that happens! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@CyberpunkStudiosLtd]

Nintendo need to rehire Sega to do it, but sadly I don't think Nintendo liked getting egg on their face that Sega did a Nintendo franchise better than Nintendo ever could lol

[@RJB_TV]

if they do, I hope they keep the difficulty level. Nothing has felt as satisfying as beating story mode on very hard.

[@Pacmancase]

My phone is dying. I only have 5% left so I want to jump in and just say hi. I'll make sure to watch this when I can get home!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Haha no worries man! Appreciate it, and hope you enjoy it later on!

[@SaturnSteve]

If you didn’t spend all your money on $100 / letter signs you could afford a phone with a better battery, Andy 😈 🙃

[@yonkersfinest88]

Spoken by someone who indeed possesses the deep knowledge and passion for this title. Your love, and admiration come through in this narration. Kudos on the superb footage and detail put into this!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thank you man! Definitely a game I have a huge passion for, and was hoping to showcase in this review! Shoutout to you for providing me that NYCC footage of the F-Zero AX cabinet! Thanks again for checking out the review man!

[@yonkersfinest88]

@@GameCubeGalaxy Of course, you absolutely showcased that passion for it. I'm glad I still had that footage lol

[@DarkVoid-gp6qq]

F-Zero GX is my favorite GameCube game of all time. My greatest desire is solely to have 30 player online play on GX. Also I noticed you like to use the Astro Robin, me personally, I use the Hyper Speeder, as of me typing this I have beaten Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald on Master difficultly, but I haven’t been able to even complete Diamond, the tracks are just so challenging…

[@ray2op]

Genuinely GX deserves to be played in the modern day. It has a lot of what many racing games need.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

100% agreed! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@TheJadeFist]

It's got electrolytes.

[@deebznutz100]

I found a copy of this game a few months ago. I had lost it about 15 years ago. I still have my save file. Fully completed, everything unlocked. But when I played it for the first time, to me after such a long time, I was like "how did I even do this." I remember being really good at this game but now the controls seem so twitchy. I didn't realize how much I had trained myself to play this game like I did.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Glad you found a copy of this recently again, and more so that you still have your save file! Haha the game does have a learning curve, but so rewarding once it clicks. Thanks for checking out the review man!

[@broodypie2216]

Took me a few races to get my skills back, but I can still boost the entirety of Trident

[@markxv2267]

​@@markmorten3712lol

[@andyw732]

I had the same with maximum velocity recently 😌

[@gabrielhuie3221]

Why Nintendo still waiting for remake this game? Gx with online multiplayer it will be perfection..

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

You would think, right?! I'm still holding out hope for this! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@LimitBreakr424]

Oh man imagine how quickly we would need to learn how to not be immediately killed by other players

[@WarnarI]

F-Zero 99 released last week. Seems to be a fun little game. More than what I expected. Hopefully, if successful enough, it leads to a brand new game on Nintendos' next system. Even a remake or VC of GX/AX with online functionality would be great!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

F-Zero 99 has certainly surprised me with how much fun it is, but also feels like a tease for a series that deserves more. I REALLY hope they'd just do an HD remaster of GX and bring it to the Switch. Thanks for checking out the review!

[@lightdeck8357]

@@GameCubeGalaxy give gx the mario kart 8 treatment and deluxify it.

[@VestedUTuber]

@@lightdeck8357 I honestly don't think Nintendo has the capability to deliver a remake of GX. They were completely blown away when they SEGA delivered the finished title, to the point where they actually asked for copies of the source code to reverse-engineer. And I don't think they managed to figure it out, seeing as even since then they've never been able to deliver a comparable title in any way. Amusement Vision did some serious programming black magic with this game.

[@BlownMacTruck]

@@VestedUTuber ^^^^ This. It still looks good today, especially since it supports progressive mode with WIDESCREEN! I can't believe this video isn't in 16:9. Miyamoto has gone on record numerous times saying this is basically the pinnacle of the series, and it would require significant gameplay improvements (of which he doesn't really have ideas on) to bring the series back. This is why there aren't any new games. When people talk about Sega failing around this time, it should be known that it was never due to the lack of coding talent they had.

[@VestedUTuber]

@@BlownMacTruck I wasn't talking about Miyamoto's statement on adding new gameplay elements, I was looking at it from a technical perspective. I've yet to see Nintendo even come close to producing a game with 30 individually controlled entities on massive maps with long draw distances and that kind of detail. Heck, we're only now starting to see anything comparable with the recent boom in indie antigravity racers, and those games end up using a LOT more system resources than you'd expect for their graphical fidelity due to the fact that they resort to brute forcing things. And out of all of them, only XF eXtreme Formula actually looks as good as GX, but _only_ just as good, not better (and it sacrifices a lot of details like animated driver figures). The Trackmania series could do the visuals but didn't have physics for anything other than the player vehicle, with all other vehicles just being recorded or live ghosts. Games like Forza Horizon and GRID can do the environments, but have significantly fewer vehicles on the map at any given time and run at lower speeds. BeamNG Drive _can_ do what F-Zero GX does and then some, but it almost completely grinds to a halt in the process.

[@aaa-ml1mq]

Immediately returned to this video after I learned that f-zero 99 came out. It's a beautiful franchise

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thanks for checking out the review!

[@jordanphi6489]

“Hey where do you think you’re taking me?” -Captain Falcon The story mode is like a fever dream. Loved every second of it 😂😂😂

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Heck yeah man! It's pure cheesy goodness lol. Thanks for checking out the review!

[@themightymesprit7325]

F-Zero GX is one of the best Racing games on the GameCube from what I heard despite it's difficulty and this is easily the best review of this game I've seen. I don't have this game in my collection as of yet but now I need to have this game. Thankfully, F-Zero GX isn't crazy rare but it is a little pricy as it goes for $76 CiB. Either way: Great Review as always GameCube Galaxy.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Definitely a masterpiece that is WELL worth the current price honestly! Greatly appreciate you tuning into the premiere, and glad you really enjoyed the review man!

[@mangasprai]

It's one of the best racing games ever

[@boreopithecus]

“one of the best racing games on the GameCube” It’s probably my favorite game period and I don’t even like racing games.

[@bllllood]

@@boreopithecus just as i hate sports game..Tony Hawk 1-3 on PS1 was the only 1 i ever touch and rly enjoy back in old days........ i like race games though XD(although haven't play any in recent years due to mmo love)

[@Sabata101]

Absolutely love this game to death, it also taught me how to be a bit more strategic when racing. In most racing games it’s advantageous to stay close to the edge of the track to take turns tighter in order to stay ahead of the pack. While GX still encourages to stay near the edge you’ll be put in an easier position to be knocked off course. This creates this flow of racing defensively in the center and racing aggressively when you see an opening.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

It really does have a strategic element that you begin to learn the more you play. The aspect of whether to stay on the edge of the track or not does change the typical racing mentality, and makes it an adrenaline rush. Well said man, and thanks for checking out the review!

[@Cableguy15]

I'm in this weird position where I want a new 3D F-Zero game, but have no confidence that it would be better than GX. It was built by arcade-minded developers in what I feel was the golden age of video games. It doesn't get any better than that!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

I do feel the same way. This game really was built with the right developers in mind, and this era truly was the golden age in gaming! Thanks for checking out the review man!

[@hectorhernandez7472]

So like smash brothers melee?

[@valentds]

just a port of it would've been good

[@Sir_Robin_of_Camelot]

Yeah I wouldn't have any faith Nintendo could top it, if anything they'd bastardize it and make it simpler/easier or add an unnecessary gimmick. I would want Sega or someone else to do it.

[@eddy5097]

Sega worked with Nintendo on GX so Sonic racing is your Fzero sequel

[@TemporalPick]

I remember when kid me went with my gramps into a Sears one day (instantly calling out how old I am), and while he looked for what he needed, I was free to look at the tech section. Needless to say, this store had the smallest collection of games I've ever seen to this day. But, there was one game on clearance for $10 that had someone on the cover that I recognized from Smash. Kid me couldn't handle the difficulty, but adult me is so grateful I didn't give the game up, and I still have that copy to this day.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

That's an awesome story to share man! Glad you were able to get that copy all those years ago for dirt cheap, and held onto it! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@Isoquant]

Greatest arcade racer I've ever played. A few notes: The game is a beauty to behold in 480p Progressive Scan at 60Hz. One of the best looking titles of its generation. The game has full support for matrixed 5-channel surround sound via Dolby Pro Logic II. Excellent 3D positional audio creates convincing effect of objects whizzing by your head at 900 MPH, or hear opponents approaching from behind before they can be seen. Makes the game feel incredibly immersive. My local arcade at the time had the F-Zero AX machine and the memory card feature was easy to use and worked well. The unit used a modified gamecube arcade board called the "triforce." My arcade had multiple cabinets linked together for multiplayer. I actually slightly prefer the tracks, character roster, and mildly different gameplay of the GX version to its arcade counterpart. It appears Nintendo has allocated all manpower and resources than might have gone towards a next gen F-Zero title into Mario Kart, the latest versions of which include several tracks very clearly inspired by F-Zero style hover-racing.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

The game in 480p really does make a big difference. I do need to try this with a 5.1 surround sound setup...I can only imagine how amazing it'd be! That's awesome your local arcade had AX! I still wish I could've played the actual arcade machine for this. Yeah, MK8 Deluxe had the F-Zero tracks which were sweet, but feels odd too since you're not going anywhere near F-Zero speeds haha. Thanks for checking out the review!

[@Nostalgia_Road]

I missed out on this Series as a kid but picked them all up a few years back. This one is one of my favorite racing games of all time! Fantastic Retrospective! That Sucks you had your Memory Card thrown out. I also love how beautiful this game is

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

That’s awesome you picked up the whole series a few years ago! Glad you really enjoyed the retrospective/review! The memory card scenario sucked, not gonna lie haha. The game really is stunning to see in action, even after 20 years! Thanks for checking out the review man!

[@mitchellkalina8191]

This is still the best racing game ever made. Once mastered there is no need to slow down for any section of the game. In fact you can boost nonstop while hitting the yellow boosters and also doing lateral shifts off the track and back on as a speed boost. Every section is attacked with reckless abandon.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Glad you agree, and all well said! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@SquarePegs]

Perfect video. Just perfect. Amazing work, nailed everything that needed to be said, and did so with the signature GG style. Loved it!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Wow, thank you, Jay! That truly means a lot! Really glad you enjoyed it, and appreciate you checking it out!

[@MrHumbuck]

I've been watching a few of your videos since I came across your channel the other day. You seem to have a lot of passion for these games, and you do a great job of giving an overview of them. Thanks for sharing your feelings!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thank you man! That truly means a lot! Sorry for the VERY delayed response too lol. Hope you continue to enjoy the various content, whether previous episodes or upcoming ones!

[@ChrisWEEZ]

The arcade bar near me had an AX cabinet for a few months. Playing F-zero in that thing was a transcendental experience! The entire chair swings with you as you turn on the track.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

That sound truly amazing! I REALLY need to try this out one day! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@MrSharkJB23]

Still playing it to this day. My favorite game ever made.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Right on man! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@TotalLevelYT]

Fantastic review, really well put together!! I know others talked about the article saying about future F-Zero games which is such a shame since i think many people would go out and but a new F-Zero game, especially when Mario Kart 8 is still going with no new game in that series. One of the greatest and most satisfying racing games ever

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thank you man! It really is a shame Nintendo shelved this awesome franchise (as well as many others)! I think if they did an HD remaster of this for Switch, it'll prove there's a big enough market to bring the franchise back. Really appreciate you checking out the video!

[@Pandarah]

I still remember booting up this game for the first time in 2003. I was instantly hooked to the world they build, the gameplay, the customization, all of it! Unlocked everything 100%, even won some tournaments at gaming conventions. A level of skill I'm sure I'll never reach again, but that's okay. It will always be a very special game to me, and I really hope that Nintendo brings back this franchise beyond F-Zero 99. A remastering of F-Zero GX would be absolutely fantastic, and if they make a true sequel, I hope they use GX as the core foundation for it , because as you said, that game is a rare case of pure perfection. Just loved the way you speak so passionately about it, because that's really how I and many others feel about this game as well. You expressed that feeling wonderfully! I sure hope that the memory card still has the original save file on it, might need to boot this one up again sometime soon!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thank you man! Hearing how much this review resonated with you means a lot! That's awesome you won tournaments for this at gaming conventions, and that you 100%'d it as well! Thanks again for checking out the review!

[@Pandarah]

@@GameCubeGalaxy I'm just happy that people like you are giving this game the love it deserves!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

@@Pandarah Glad I could do that! Greatly appreciate it again man!

[@declan4551]

Now THIS is a channel i can get around! Can't wait to go through your catalogue of vids!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thank you man!! Glad to hear you came across the channel, and hope you enjoy the variety of videos here! There's also a new review going live tomorrow morning! Thanks again for checking out the review and subscribing!

[@declan4551]

I'm here for it ❤

[@TwoEyesOpen]

Man this video is such a nice blast from the past/validation of my own feelings for this game. I think F-Zero GX and Gauntlet Dark Legacy might be the first games I think of when I think of the GameCube. So many great games on that system.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thank you man! Glad the review resonated with your thoughts of the game! The GameCube had an awesome library of games for sure, and F-Zero GX always come to mind for me. Thanks again for checking out the review!

[@TAKEYOURCREATINE]

I love Gauntlet so much

[@jeezymane35675]

Love your channel man keep up the great work! You inspired me to start a GameCube collection

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thank you man! Really means a lot! Good luck starting your collection! You can definitely nab games for a reasonable price still!

[@itsd0nk]

That exploding tunnel level in story mode was the most physically difficult gaming experience of my entire life. I remember my eyeballs stinging with tears dripping down my face by the end of every close attempt. Beating it on hard mode was an amazing feeling.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Haha it's a brutal one for sure...but so dang rewarding when you beat it! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@BlujusticeVR]

I really appreciate you doing this. When i was younger i used to put a blanket over the tv and pretend i was in the machines cockpit lol. One of my all time favorites. I was really good at this game!!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

That's an awesome memory to share! Glad you really enjoyed the review man!

[@R-MAN-mp5tw]

Man, it's interesting that this video got a viewership bump after Nintendo revealed F-Zero 99. Keep up the good work.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thank you man! Greatly appreciate the compliment!

[@Guovssohas]

What a masterpiece in every way imaginable. The game engine they made for this one is just incredible, fantastic visuals and detail, incredible speed, 30 racers going crazy and the thing doesn't slow down ever. And it still looks great today. Just masterful. Luckily i still have my copy. This one really should get a HD remake.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

100% agreed. Amusement Vision worked some serious magic making the game engine for this, and that it holds up like fine wine. A masterfully crafted package through and through. I'm still hoping for an HD remaster or remake, as this game needs to be experienced by far more people! Thanks for checking out the review man!

[@orangeslash1667]

@@GameCubeGalaxy There's an upcoming game called Aero GPX, it's basically GX.

[@Invertedzero]

​@@GameCubeGalaxyF-Zero GX was only ever missing online play. It wouldve been akin to a battle royale before they were popular. F-Zero 99 wasn't needed for that

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

@@orangeslash1667 I've heard about this. I need to look into it more. Thanks!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

@@Invertedzero Oh man that would've been awesome to see back then!

[@Velosirraton]

You have unlock me memories of a simplier, and probably happier time. What a gem this game was, I loved playing it with my brother. I have never been a hardcore gamer, but watching my brother try time and time again and not give up made me try hard too, the excitement of winning after failing so many times truly makes you appreciate it more.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Glad I could bring back memories for you through this review! Sounds like an awesome one to have! Thanks for checking out the video!

[@militantpacifist4087]

2:47 Gen 3 and Gen 4 Pokémon got a shoutout. 😂

[@souIburger]

tried GX a couple years ago on an emulator to see what the F-Zero fuss was. played for a couple minutes but found it way too difficult. now, a couple years later that i have much better reaction time and skill with games, i played F-Zero 99. absolutely hooked. i can’t wait to try GX again when i have the time! i really hope something completely new for this franchise comes out soon, because i’ve never played a racer quite like F-Zero

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Yeah, I'd say definitely give it another chance! You won't regret it! In the meantime, hopefully Nintendo has this ported or remastered for the Switch! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@RetroComparisons]

Man you've got me pumped to play this again! I don't want to even think about trying that master difficulty though. I don't think my feeble old brain could handle such intensity. Amazing review my friend!!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Heck yeah man! Mission accomplished if it got you pumped to play it again! Master is BRUTAL, and not for the faint of heart haha. Thanks for checking out the review man, and glad you enjoyed it!

[@patrickschnur9625]

Great video man! Brought back some good memz from when I was a kid playing with my brothers. And I had no idea about the unlockable cups/tracks! Obviously was never good enough to do master difficulty back then. Good work fam!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thank you man! Glad to hear you learned about the unlockable cups here! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@heckensteiner4713]

Playing this in VR on the Dolphin emulator is flippin' nuts! You can actually look up on the loops and see where boosts are. It's a must try for any F-Zero or VR fans.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Okay, THIS I need to try for myself! I can only imagine F-Zero in VR! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@valentds]

inside the car at 1000km/h? damn, i would throw up xd

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

@@valentds Lmao!

[@cookiemonstasharp9543]

I've been telling my friends about this game for years every time they bring up their favorite gamecube games. I wish Nintendo would just port this on the switch like they did Metroid Prime a few months ago. Would be an instant money maker and a way for people like me to finally play the game again since I'm not savvy with things like mods and roms. Love the video bro.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Good man telling your friends constantly about this masterpiece! If Nintendo gave this the same remaster treatment they gave Metroid Prime, holy crap...I couldn't even imagine how insane this would look! Glad you enjoyed the review man, and appreciate you checking it out!

[@lammericium-241]

must i add: most of the AX characters are unlocked by beating chapters on the hardest difficulty (unless you want to get them through an AX cabinet) -surprisingly, the final chapter on very hard is easier than the first chapter -hidenori shoji is responsible for most of the ost and who knows what he could achieve now with the switch’s audio hardware (if nintendo realized how much people loved f zero) -f zero also has an anime but follows the plot of GP legend and the japanese sub is better

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Good point about the AX characters unlock requirements (as well as about the final chapter’s “very hard” mode)! Hidenori Shoji would easily push the Switch’s audio hardware if given the chance, but like you said, if Nintendo would realize how much people want F-Zero to come back. Then again, there are credible rumors circulating about an F-Zero announcement at the next Direct, so here’s hoping! F-Zero GP Legend was such a cool show, and wish it had an official DVD release! Thanks for checking out the review man!

[@kadebillyarx9078]

I never got to own this game when I was a kid and instead I had my grandmother rent it from blockbuster like a 100 times. Some time back I finally bought a copy and have been having an absolute blast.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

That's a great memory to share! That's when you knew a game was special back then, where you always rented it before buying it. Thanks for checking out the review!

[@GhostGhost-]

Kirby’s air ride was another GameCube gem. 4 swords adventures was totally underrated too.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

For sure! I actually did an in-depth review for Kirby Air Ride on the channel a few months ago. Such a great game! Thanks for checking out this review!

[@GhostGhost-]

@@GameCubeGalaxy heck yeah ima watch that thanks!

[@TripleC3III]

Glad you really harped on this game's insane attention to detail. Another example is that every single machine in the game has it's own unique boost sound effect, to the point where you can tell what racer just boosted passed you based on the sound effect heard nearby/behind you. A truly incredible game and one of the best ever made.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

I had to point out the attention to detail, as Amusement Vision really was meticulous about this! Great point about the boost sounds being specific for each machine as well! One of the best games ever made for sure! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@sugarnekoart]

First of all I gotta say this video was a treat to watch. You are clearly very passionate about this franchise and especially this title, and that's awesome to see. Despite growing up in the 90's and having ample opportunity to get into this series as a kid, I never really heard about it until Smash. I always wondered what F-Zero was about but never really got a chance. Now with the upcoming Nintendo Direct in a few hours I decided to look it up to get an idea, just in case the rumours are true. Glad I clicked on this video! You not only helped me understand the appeal of F-Zero, but it seriously looks WAY too fun. I gotta play this game at least once!!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thank you! Glad you really found this review a treat to watch, and could hear how passionate I am about this franchise! That really means a lot! Here's hoping the Direct today has this announced for Switch, and glad I could help share the appeal of F-Zero!

[@babyface6151]

Hello, the last F-zero is actually the third one in gba, F zero climax, who launch only in japan, crazy good one, with many gx upgrades.. Sad it wasn't mentioned but really nice video !

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

That's correct! I was covering more the North American releases, but Climax was technically the last in the series overall. Glad you enjoyed the review!

[@SMALLSandJOE]

I bought this game in 2013 for about $5 and never got too into it... until last year. Man, I didn't know what I was missing! But, I'm kinda glad I held out on it because I definitely needed and appreciate the experience I got with it a year ago! So good! I still boot it up every now and then and absolutely love this game! Great video! Love these more in depth videos! Keep it up :)

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

You got this for a BANGER price! And glad you finally experienced it at the right time to fully appreciate it! Thanks for checking out the video man, and glad you enjoyed it!

[@SMALLSandJOE]

@@GameCubeGalaxy absolutely! Love this channel!

[@febriz6057]

Dang, I got it in 2015 for $20 at a used book store and thought I did a good job.

[@SMALLSandJOE]

@@febriz6057 lol! Well compared to today... you certainly did!

[@Rubberman202]

Interesting coincidence that you released this video a mere few weeks before the reveal of F-Zero 99. With all the new people getting into F-Zero thanks to the new game, hopefully more people will become aware of F-Zero GX. Who knows, maybe Nintendo will remaster the game, or even make a new F-Zero in the same vein as GX. Only time will tell.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

That definitely panned out quite well haha. I released this on the 20th anniversary release date for this game in North America, but I'm glad Nintendo released a new F-Zero game weeks later! I really hope they remaster this game! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@35april1]

Another amazing video! Great overview on the f zero games I’ve loved the series ever since I got the first one on snes when I was younger. Hopefully GX will get a switch port or maybe a new entry on next Nintendo console

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thank you man! Glad you really enjoyed the overview! F-Zero really was an awesome series to grow up with, and really wish Nintendo would bring it back already.

[@Shreddinjamay]

I absolutely loved this game and F-Zero X growing up. I don't think I ever unlocked the AX cup but it I will always remember and appreciate that these games were a whole other level of difficult. I really hope they bring this to the Switch as a port or remaster. With them reviving the original F-Zero it makes me somewhat hopeful this franchise isn't as dead as it seems.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

I'm still holding out hope for a remaster for this game! Here's hoping! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@Junier-Hussein]

Thank you much appreciated that was helpful. I didn't have a clue about many of the things I could do. I'm new to this game I've heard of it but I've not played it up until recently. I played all the others (snes, gba & n64) This one still holds up today, such a fun game.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Glad you enjoyed it and learned aspects about the game as well! Appreciate you checking out the review, and glad to hear you’re currently playing it!

[@heldon7951]

This is an amazing review, it legit makes me want to play through this game

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thank you man! Glad you really enjoyed it, and that it made you want to play the game!

[@wonderguardstalker]

Played this constantly just because I loved all the content like the interviews, parts, racers, character scenes, story, etc. Truly stunning breadth on top of the depth in the gameplay. I’m unfortunately certain this games follow up could never be made today so I’m hoping it gets an official re-release someday. People give him crap for this but Shiggy is right, what could they do with F-Zero that GX hasn’t already perfected

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Right on man! Yeah this game was lightyears ahead of its time. I do agree though. If they make a new one, it'll be near impossible to top this. Here's hoping at least for a remaster! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@RetroGamingPandemic]

Glad you did a Friday premiere for this!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thank you man! Glad you were able to watch the premiere!

[@Andy_Robotsan]

Excellent review. Thank you.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Glad you really enjoyed the review! Thanks for checking it out man!

[@BlueThunderO7]

At the end of the day, I honestly don't care how popular Mario Kart has become over the years, I will always think F-Zero is better. Even as a young child who grew up with the N64, I still preferred F-Zero X to Mario Kart 64 cuz to me MK just felt too casual for my liking. I liked flying at the speed of sound rather than throwing items at one another.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

While I love the Mario Kart series, this game was by far the superior racing game choice for the GameCube. F-Zero X was also an amazing game that I put more hours into than Mario Kart 64 (which I also loved). The sense of speed in this series is exhilarating! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@SaturnSteve]

Dude your videos are so good, reminds me I’ve got a LOT to learn! F-Zero GX *still holds up* so well! It’s one of my favorite games and so awesome to see it still get some love!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thank you man! That means a lot! Don't sell yourself short though, your videos have superb quality to them! As for F-Zero GX, it really holds up like fine wine, and is a crime we haven't seen a new home console installment in 2 decades! Thanks for checking out the video man!

[@SaturnSteve]

@@GameCubeGalaxy No problem, dude!!! Not that I get a choice but still happy to do it hahahaha 😝 😜 😉

[@SaturnSteve]

@@GameCubeGalaxy seriously though, I just can’t buy that Nintendo neglects F-Zero as a franchise to prevent cannibalizing sales from another IP. The two have as much in common as apples and bowling balls. They’re completely different games and different experiences, no different than Metroid and Zelda. 🤷🏻‍♂️ 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@orangeslash1667]

@@SaturnSteve The problem is that early Mario Kart games were not great in terms of drifting controls, now that Mario Kart has evolved. Nintendo run out of ideas for F-zero, and thus no longer needs it. The good news is that there's an upcoming game called Aero GPX, it's basically GX.

[@SaturnSteve]

@@orangeslash1667 Interesting!👍

[@Keowin]

You touched upon the sound design of the machine boosts, but didn't mention that the machines had unique boost sounds. The machines with A-rank boost had that extra oomph to it, especially the explosive sounding Night Thunder.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

That's a fair point! They do all have unique boost sounds! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@brettrogames]

Fantastic video my man!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thank you man! Glad you really enjoyed it!

[@rickfd6081]

We’ll now you just convinced me to buy the game and I’m glad you made this video awesome work 😎🔥

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Sweet! You won’t regret getting it man! Glad you enjoyed the video!!

[@aflhabalafhabab]

You forgot about the Rubberbanding. The only real way you can beat Goroh in the story mission is to Boost past him in the last 2 seconds of the race.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Valid point, there's a bit of rubberbanding for sure. Thanks for checking out the review!

[@VestedUTuber]

Just to note, boosting past him in the last couple seconds isn't the only way to beat him. You can utilize snaking (set engine settings to max acceleration then spam quick turns - though keep in mind that this can cause repetitive motion injuries) or use shift boosts (driving off the cliff and then getting back on the road within a couple frames to get a massive speed boost) and Momentum Turbo Slides (initiate a sliding turn then let go of the throttle and strafe away from the turning direction).

[@bllllood]

been age since i last played but i dont remember having to boost past last second on VH...gets the curve right and clear.....only missions i rly struggle with are chapter 8 and 9..especially 8 on VH.....my setting was near max speed(i'd be 1 bar off from touching the entry into the last 2 "holes" on the right to keep some recovery from speed lost turning)

[@diegoperezsommariva2509]

This title made me feel so suppoerted and happy :,) This is the only racing game (besides playing a lot of mario kart) that i got into for real and and almost completed everything on all dificulties. I made me push my limits as a player so much. What a great game that deserves more praise and a sequel.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Haha glad to hear! It really was a racing game that demanded attention, but rewarded that attention to get better at it every step of the way. Thanks for checking out the review!

[@sunray2818]

I am happy that I have just found a mint copy of GX in very fair price, was about to clear this game.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

That’s awesome to hear man! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@ScorpioCesarcade]

Admittingly this is an absolute masterpiece that I never really gave enough time because of how much it whipped my booty whenever I did try it out. Really loved this review since it's making me realize that I need to dive into it and give it a proper go even if it does make me humble the old country way. The tracks are so varied and beautiful and I always loved it when racing games have so much going on in their backgrounds. In a way, I can sort of see why they never made another FZero after this one because like, how do you top this?!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

It's definitely a very challenging game, and glad the review encourages you to give it another go! The game's tracks really are masterfully crafted, and always thought they stood out aesthetically. Yeah, there's part of me that realizes that if they made a new one, how do you improve perfection? Thanks for checking out the review, and glad you enjoyed it man!

[@SleezelGreezel]

Finally somebody that is giving this absolute masterpiece of a game the attention it has deserved since the day it released.🔥❤️

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thank you man! Glad you really enjoyed and appreciated the review!!

[@SamirRolemberg]

Nice Video. id never been able to play 'GX' beyond normal, but im still loving the game. And, at the end of the video you mentioned 'gp legends' (which is my favorite) but miss Climax

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thank you man! Glad you're enjoying the game! Yeah, I did forget Climax...mainly since it was a Japanese exclusive lol. Really appreciate you checking out the review!

[@mtshark7]

Awesome review Marcello!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thank you, Mark! Glad you enjoyed!

[@de.grandi]

Now I see where Speed Racer The Game came from.

[@EatYourHeart0ut]

Imagine this on Switch with online multiplayer 🤯😮😎

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

One can only imagine…I’m still holding out hope for an HD remaster on Switch! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@OmegPirate]

imagine 99 racers lol

[@spyox04]

Great video bro you got my sub

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thank you man! Glad you really enjoyed the review, and appreciate the support!

I’ll admit, I was skeptical when I read the title, but after watching the video, the game really seems awesome.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thanks man! Greatly appreciate you checking out the review!

[@ringfitmaster3079]

Easily one of the best games of all time. And definitely one of my most favorite games of all time. When I got this game back in 2004 or 2005 at Walmart with some birthday & extra money for doing chores, little would I know almost 20 years later I would still be trying to master it. This & Star Wars Rogue Squadron 2 are both games that are among some of the hardest games I ever played. I don't know if I will ever completely master them because of my dyspraxia but honestly I'm fine with that. F-Zero GX is just so much fun and has so much replayability it's something I still look forward to coming back to for many years to come.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

100% man! That's a fun memory to share on how you got it, and that 2 decades later, you're still playing it! Rogue Squadron 2 is pretty rough if trying to get those gold medal rankings lol. Even if you can't master the game, like you said, it's still a blast to play through! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@Jaekization]

I’m really surprised Nintendo hasn’t given Shinen the chance to come out with an F-Zero yet. Fast RMX is SOO GOOD.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Fast RMX is such an awesome game! Shin'en stated they'd love to do an F-Zero game if given the opportunity! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@Masonomace]

Love this review. Great job making it. I appreciate every F-Zero game review out there especially this one. GX became one of my favorite racing games immediately, but eventually has become my all-time favorite racer and GC game. Dare I say, top 3 games for me of all-time. To make an additional note about your review--you make great work of describing just how hard the game truly is. I think one tiny detail you missed to express just how hard the game actually is--is a little more emphasis on Time Attack mode. Thinking that we'd think Story Mode on Very Hard--or Grand Prix cups on Master difficulty were hard.. yeah, but imagine realizing that the hardest thing could actually be Time Attack. When you finally make amazing track times so good--that you unlock something for doing it? You don't really think about it until you go to your garage to check it out and see. And then you notice it's a Staff Ghost challenger for that track. And once you race it... you're demoralized. You struggled so hard to race with impeccable success, only to then race the behemoth ghost. I still haven't beaten all of the Staff Ghosts, but I've done about half with my primary racer Beastman. Seriously tough to do. It really feels like the sidequest boss post-game that everyone tells you not to worry about.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Glad you really loved the review!! That's a great point about the Time Attack and beating the staff ghosts significantly ramping up the difficulty! This game really was brimming with content and reward at every turn. Thanks again for checking out the review man!

[@goldcoinmountain]

What a great game! I’ve always thought of it as the “Sonic equivalent” to Mario Kart. Great video and review, man! Very well done and perfectly executed.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

That's a good way to put it! Glad you really enjoyed the video man, and appreciate you checking it out!

[@Shaiahable]

I first played GX in 2020, but didn't really start playing it until 2021 and it is indeed a top 10 game of all time for me. I've beaten all Grand Prix cups on master and finished all but one specific story chapter on very hard, which would be chapter 7💀but I know I can do it, eventually. I've also completed a personal challenge a few months back which was getting 1st place in each cup on master with Captain Falcon himself. It was a little difficult considering his speed is nowhere near the top, but it felt good completing the challenge. I enjoyed the video!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Heck yeah man! That’s awesome you were able to beat it all on Master difficulty as well! The personal challenge of yours sounds insane, but an awesome one nonetheless! Glad you enjoyed the review, and appreciate you checking it out!

[@blackpow3r]

Oh Chapter 7 the Grand Prix on Very Hard difficulty is the single hardest feat to do in this game. A close second is Saving Jodi Chapter 5 and third is beating Dearborn deathborn on Chapter 8. Every single chapter is hard, but those three are ridiculous. 😂😂

[@countcupcake]

Every once in a while I boot this game up and feel awe. Thinking that this game is now over 20 years old still gives me goosebumps; it aged like fine wine. I really don't get why Nintendo won't continue this franchise with a totally new installment

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

It really is a game that aged like fine wine, and gives me the same awe each time I fire this up. I wish Nintendo would at least remaster this for Switch to give more people a chance to experience this! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@NeverduskX]

I love F-Zero GX. There was no greater feeling than beating the Diamond Cup on Master difficulty after about a decade and unlocking the AX Cup. I remember bringing this game to my college apartment and blowing my roommates' minds. I've had a lot of fun with other futuristic racers since. Especially Redout 1 and 2, GRIP, and Distance, with a shoutout to Mario Kart 8. But none of them ever came close to GX's perfect balance of genuine speed, control, and skill. Plus the 30 opponents per race always kept things exciting and hectic. Most other games feel lonely in comparison, like glorified time trials, especially once you reach the front of the pack. Then you also have the great, diverse track design, world variety, gimmicks, jumps, and so one that gave each individual track its own character. Early tracks are as memorable as late tracks and still worth visiting. In fact, the easiest tracks can even be the hardest on high difficulties, by placing emphasis on perfect optimization over track knowledge. And that's ignoring the pilots, who each had their own distinct design and theme, custom vehicles, emblem painting, etc. GX just had so much to offer. I'm not sure if Nintendo could top GX, but I at least wish they gave us a remaster, or a straight port on the Switch. I'd play it all day.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Agreed about there being no greater gaming accomplishment than beating Diamond Cup on Master difficulty! GX really was in a league of its own, and offered far more than other games in the genre. I'm still holding out hope for a remaster! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@Nelsathis]

Really great video. Most people talking about F-Zero on here always had a position like 'The adventure mode was too hard for me, so i stopped', so im glad i found someone who actually played it all the way through. Even though you did not mention everything to unlock. It was such a surprise to us back in the day that you had even more Racers to unlock who were not even hinted at. First me and my friend were glad that we got through all the missions, and the next difficulty first seemed like they were kidding, so we did not even really attempt it at first. Then later when we finally got the first one and thought.. 'Wait, does that mean you actually have to do this?'... And then we painstakingly did. And then even those quirky videos for every racer if you won a master cup with each one. Man, i want this game back so much

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thank you man! Yeah, if I review a game on here, it has to be beaten, no matter the difficulty haha. I thought I covered a majority of the unlockables, but didn't mention the Time Attack dev ghosts to beat lol. Thanks for sharing your memories about the game as well, and appreciate you checking out the review!

[@Nelsathis]

@@GameCubeGalaxy Oh right, the Ghosts were a thing to be unlocked too. I forgot how that happened. And we maybe beat a third of those, cause this seemed even to be one more difficulty on top, and did not unlock anything significant itself. And speaking of memories.. Im running straight into your Eternal Darkness Video!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

@@Nelsathis Oh awesome! Hope you enjoy that review!!

[@saltyfry4328]

I was playing this for a while but didn't understand some of the mechanics you mention here. Such a fun game and the Aesthetic/maps are incredible. I also love Burnout 3, there are few games that can really make you feel like a speed demon. I will need to come back to this game some day and really master it.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Highly recommend revisiting this, as it's always a blast to play! Burnout 3 is another awesome game that I sunk so many hours into! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@isamuominae]

And F-ZERO 99 came 🎵

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

That it did! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@armenhammer5015]

Excellent video. I've yet to play this game and have been wanting to for years now. I may have to buy it off ebay one day

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Thank you man! I HIGHLY recommend nabbing it (even at its current value) as it’s worth every penny! Thanks again for checking out the review!

[@rawsick]

I never played any f-zero game and missed out a lot on so many quality games like this. Bought it today on eBay, I can’t wait to check this out. Fits that arcade racer style I love

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

That’s awesome you picked it up! If this is your first F-Zero game to play, then you are in for an exhilarating time! Hope you enjoy it man, and thanks for checking out the review!

[@agamaz5650]

Honestly, the only things that haven't aged in this game well are the HUD resolution, 480p, and the animations in cutscenes. Considering how long 20 years is in the tech days, that is absolutely unbelievable. The gameplay, music, and fun have not aged a single day. The graphics are still great, colorful, and varied 20 years later. The variety in each track is absolutely insane from a gameplay standpoint. The content and unlockables, well, are still ahead even compared to now. What 50-dollar game nowadays has content like F-Zero GX? All those racers besides the main 4 would be paid microtransactions nowadays, absolute ripoff. Imagine you hear, here is a burger, oh wait you want it with meat? Pay the meat DLC, please. And the main thing, what other game requires this insane almost meditative concentration and this kind of speed? Seriously, none. Aero GPX comes close. Fast RMX is ok but even on hero mode you hug walls, and it does not even come close to the precise controls of GX. With Nagoshi left, I doubt Nintendo can make a new F-Zero and make it good. Just port GX on Switch with SSAA or MSAA, and higher resolution HUD, and that is it.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

I do agree that I don’t think Nintendo can top this with a new installment, which is probably why they also won’t make a new one. But Nagoshi has expressed interest in working on this franchise again, so maybe there’s hope of some collab?

[@matthewmuller3536]

Trackmania is a good contender for a game that requires the same level of concentration and speed if you haven't tried it!

[@darkridearts]

Some of the fonts used are distinctly of the era, but I agree.

[@agamaz5650]

I have officially given up and sold my Switch, what handheld should I buy to emulate this? @@GameCubeGalaxy

[@viddysgamingviddyos4710]

I need to revisit this game, and this review may have convinced me to do so. I never got to the AX cup, so hearing the music was a treat - and yes, this game is that hard before I get to the AX cup [I've slowly gotten better at this game over time]. I hope a new F-Zero game is made, with interesting customization, lore and track ideas. It is that possible, but until then GX will have to suffice.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

It really is a demanding game (difficulty wise) to unlock everything the game offers, but immensely rewarding as well. I'll be curious to hear if you can unlock the AX Cup if you revisit it! I also wish a new F-Zero game would be made, but sadly Nintendo stated their focus is Mario Kart as their racing game to promote. Thanks for checking out the review man, and hope all is well!

[@MRkriegs]

I played this game as a kid when it came out, can agree with this review! Very solid game that stands the test of time. Wish I still had my copy, might have to buy one eventually or find at a garage sale. Thanks for the video!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Glad you agree with the review, and checking it out! Hope you can nab a copy again!

[@jordanfabianlevano2781]

my favorite gamecube game!!! excellent video.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Right on!! Glad you enjoyed the video, and thanks for checking it out!

[@chuganoga1908]

Now if only we could get GX 99

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Oh man, I literally thought the same thing after yesterday's announcement lol. You never know though! Thanks for checking out the review man!

[@chuganoga1908]

@@GameCubeGalaxy Ofcourse man I loved the video buddy looking forward to more!

[@Tiosh]

The game is brutal to beginners so its not for the faint of heart. If they ever make a sequal if they just add mechanics to help people behind then it would really elevate the experience. But I am afraid with Nintendo's track record instead they probably would put a mechanic to punish the person in the lead instead.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

It's accessible on the lower difficulties, but brutal as you increase it. The Story mode is definitely brutal, but also forces you to try to memorize the tracks/path to take. I'm hoping Nintendo brings this back further than just F-Zero 99! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@simone5760]

That's not true. In every remastered they made on switch (especially Wii U games) they always made them easier

[@mattchandler600]

Growing up with this game, I had several friends who only had PlayStations and would rave to each other about Wipeout. I tried to convince them just how much better F-Zero handles, how it's less 'floaty' and far tougher, but I'd always get glossed over. For me, GX is simply flawless in what it does and it's criminal we've never had a follow-up. A 3D installment on the 3DS would have been a slam-dunk surely? I'd even take a straight port to the Switch at this point!

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Yeah, Wipeout is a fun series, but never comes close to F-Zero's gameplay. I never was a fan of Wipeout's "floaty" physics. Glad you agree about F-Zero GX! A 3DS installment would've been awesome! I'm also hoping for a port (or HD remaster) of this on the Switch! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@DuelistRL]

Great video. You probably could have had a section about speedrunning for this game. There are a lot of techniques that people can learn to blow this game wide open and really become masters. I got into this game because of the speedrun techniques like Quickturns, Momentum Turbo, Momentum Turbo Slides, Shift Boosts ect

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Glad you enjoyed the video! I'll be honest, I wasn't even aware of the speedrunning tactics until a few comments in this video! Thanks again for checking out the review man!

[@DuelistRL]

@@GameCubeGalaxy No thank YOU for shining much needed light on the best hyper racer ever ;) If you enjoy playing GX I suggest checking some of them out. You'll get even more cracked at the game and make the master mode AI cry.

[@frost8077]

Funny to see this video was uploaded just a month ago. Expect a ton of new video views now that F-Zero 99 came out. I've been playing 99 for the past two days and it's great.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Yeah, there's no question that F-Zero 99's announcement has helped this video immensely (and very grateful for)! F-Zero 99 is a surprisingly addictive time too! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@MrRetrogamingBard]

Sold my collection but kept my copy of F-Zero GX with the memory card of unlockables. I truly believe this game is the most underrated video game ever.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Glad you kept your game and memory card for this! It really is heavily underrated! Thanks for checking out the review man!

[@MrRetrogamingBard]

@GameCubeGalaxy I've spent so long unlocking everything and I would not want to beat Chapter 7 on Hard ever again... just to get Pink Spider 😅

[@orangeslash1667]

@@MrRetrogamingBard There's an upcoming game called Aero GPX, it's basically GX.

[@callinater6133]

@@orangeslash1667 there’s also the up and coming XF extreme formula which looks amazing. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gGK4oWV3ftmto5Ysi=sK1Fzt8G3Ev1ledL

[@XxBeatexX]

Happy owner of this game , sometimes i like to launch the game, run some replays or do some sneaking to remind old times. This game is a pure gem and never gets old.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

100% agreed, and glad you feel the same way about the game! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@HDGamerofficial]

I like that you mention Fast RMX in the video! On Wii U I found out about Fast Racing Neo and bought it immediately when it launched, and when I saw it got a sequel on Switch I had to get it too, and it was nice cuz it had all the content from Wii U and, fitting with the title, remixed tracks that combined aspects of different tracks & put em together. I also found out about that series having a game on the Wii called Fast Racing League, and I downloaded the demo of that before the Wii Shop channel went down a few years back. Great video, I’ve wanted this game ever since I found out about it years ago but it’s so expensive, but here’s hoping with the release of F-Zero 99, we get GX ported, remade, or remastered sometime soon! 🤞🤞

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

I had to mention Fast RMX! I've been a big fan of that game (and franchise, as I played the original on Wii as well), and knew it was inspired by F-Zero. Such an underappreciated game, so I'm glad you're also a fan of it! I am really holding out hope for a GX remaster on the Switch! Thank you for checking out the review!

[@mikeengland80]

I read an article from an ex-Nintendo employee that said they'll never make a new f-zero because they dont want it to compete against mario kart, and that hurts my heart. Why cant we have both??

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

I heard the same thing, and that's just awful. I love Mario Kart and all, but I don't like it being the primary racing game where Nintendo won't bring back classic IPs.

[@FelOld]

"Why cant we have both??" There's an easy answer: One sells and the other don't.

[@mikeengland80]

@@FelOld I'd have to disagree with that. There's a large number of people that would love to see another f-zero released.

[@MrRetrogamingBard]

I agree. Mario Kart and F-Zero are very different racing games. However, after Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, I do see the potential of either a remastered F-Zero GX or a new F-Zero game in general. Of course I being wishful, but I might as well keep rocking out F-Zero GX until that day happens.

[@orangeslash1667]

@@mikeengland80 The problem is that early Mario Kart games were not great in terms of drifting controls, now that Mario Kart has evolved. Nintendo run out of ideas for F-zero, and thus no longer needs it. The good news is that there's an upcoming game called Aero GPX, it's basically GX.

[@SaMiChi]

What great. timing of this video, 2 weeks before F-Zero 99 dropped.

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Pure coincidental haha. This video was launched intentionally on F-Zero GX's 20th anniversary in North America, but that worked out quite nicely lol! Thanks for checking out the review!

[@blueglooga8024]

F-Zero GX is by far my favorite video game ever, this game is just perfect ! Your video is great, thanks for that tribute to this incredible game !

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Heck yeah man! It really is a flawless game! Glad you enjoyed the video, and appreciate you checking it out!!

[@faktor1147]

Finally unlocking the AX Cup was one of the most Intense experiences I've had in gaming. What a game

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

It absolutely was. My hands were shaking when I beat Diamond Cup on Master difficulty, to then unlocking the tracks to purchase for the AX cup. Thanks for checking out the review!