Original Star Fox Puppets Were Destroyed After Production
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The original puppet versions of the Star Fox team, created to promote the 1993 SNES game, were destroyed by the Japanese FX company that made them. The puppets were built from materials that deteriorated over time and were not preserved after their promotional use ended.
Facts First
- The original Star Fox puppets were destroyed by the FX company Shirogumi after production.
- The puppets were made from natural rubber with glued-on fur and feathers.
- Shirogumi stated the puppets deteriorated simply from exposure to air.
- A new Star Fox game is rumored for potential release this year.
- The rumored game may debut on the Switch 2 and include online multiplayer.
What Happened
Time Extension investigated the status of the original Star Fox puppets used to promote the 1993 Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) game. The investigation involved contacting Star Fox programmer Dylan Cuthbert and artist Takaya Imamura. The Japanese FX company Shirogumi... confirmed they [the puppets] were destroyed after production was finished.
Why this Matters to You
If you are a fan of classic video game history or memorabilia, this confirms that these specific, unique pieces of promotional art no longer exist. This may affect the potential for future museum exhibits or archival displays featuring the original physical puppets. For those interested in the Star Fox franchise, the investigation provides a definitive answer to a long-standing question about the puppets' fate.
What's Next
While the original puppets are gone, interest in the Star Fox franchise continues. There is a rumor that an all-new Star Fox game will be released this year, which is claimed to make its debut on the Nintendo Switch 2 this summer and might include online multiplayer.