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With the last update released a month and a half ago, a new update has just rolled out for F-ZERO 99, and we have the complete patch notes for it, right here:
F-ZERO 99 | Ver. 1.5.6 Patch Notes: (Released February 4, 2025)
Fixed shortcuts that utilized a bug
Fixed the following issues for MUTE CITY II, WHITE LAND II, MIRROR WHITE LAND II, MIRROR MUTE CITY III, and DEATH WIND + WHITE LAND Secret Track:
- Fixed an issue where a player was considered to have finished the race if their machine went off course on the final lap and crashed out near the finish line.
- Fixed an issue that allowed a player to skip a lap if they went off course near the finish line and used Super Boost just before landing on the ground off course.
Fixed an issue where Pilot Cards were not correctly showing number of wins:
- Fixed an issue where the number of wins displayed on the Pilot Card before the race started was actually lower than the “99+” number that should have been displayed.
- This was a display issue only. Actual number of wins was being saved correctly.
Fixed an issue where the FIRE STINGRAY machine disappears:
- Fixed an issue where the FIRE STINGRAY machine disappears when you set both the decal obtainable with “Finish the Mirror Queen League” and the machine color obtainable with “Race in 10 F-ZERO 99 races with any machine” and press the L Button during the race.
Fixed an issue where weekend events continue past their duration:
- Fixed an issue that caused weekend events to continue past their duration if the software was not closed.
Other Issues:
- Fixed issues to make for a more pleasant gaming experience.
About F-ZERO 99:
Ready…go! – Lightning-fast F-ZERO racing with a 99-player twist
Line up with 98 other F-ZERO machines and race to the finish in this thrilling take on the original Super NES™ game. Keep an eye on your power meter as you boost and bash, because speed is just as important as survival. Defend yourself with a Spin Attack and collect Super Sparks to breeze past the competition on the elevated Skyway. The F-ZERO 99 game is available only to active Nintendo Switch Online members.
MASTER THE MODES – Outpace and outlive your opponents in rotating modes
The core F-ZERO 99 mode is just one way to race at breakneck speeds. Mini Prix and Grand Prix modes appear on a set schedule and challenge you to compete and qualify in a series of races. Team Battle and the extra-tough Pro Tracks mode rotate throughout the day. Prepare yourself in Practice Mode and race against your ghost.
CHOOSE YOUR MACHINE – Complete challenges for even more customization
Boost your Skill Rating by excelling in races and take on challenges to unlock customization options. Make your F-ZERO machine your own with alternate colors, decals, and boost effects. Complete achievements in your Pilot Card and receive different unlockable backdrops and display badges.
PLAY IT OLD SCHOOL! – Enjoy classic F-ZERO action the way it’s meant to be played—using a full-size Super Nintendo Entertainment System style controller!
EVEN MORE TRACKS – Queen League and King League available now!
Two additional leagues have been added to Grand Prix mode. Both Queen League and King League are now available to play, each with their own set of tracks!
Queen League:
- Mute City II
- Port Town I
- Red Canyon I
- White Land II (Grand Prix only)
- Death Wind II (Pro Tracks and Mini Prix only)
King League:
- Mute City III
- Fire Field (Grand Prix only)
- Red Canyon II (Pro Tracks and Mini Prix only)
Source: Nintendo
