Metacritic 85
Out of 100
Deliberately sacrificed visual quality (simple models, low-res textures) to achieve constant 60fps, maintaining it even in 4-player split-screen mode.
Always verify the label print. Original N64 labels have a matte texture. Check for a Nintendo-stamped board inside.

Racing · 1998
F-Zero X
Nintendo 64 · Value & Price File
High-speed futuristic racing at 60fps with 30 racers on track.
As of June 2026, loose cartridges typically sell for $35–$41, while complete-in-box copies trade for around $150.
Market valuemarket range · June 2026
Loose~$35–$41CIB~$150
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★ Racing · 1998 ★
THE FILE
- Developer
- Nintendo EAD
- Publisher
- Nintendo
- Released
- 1998-10-26
- Genre
- Racing
- Players
- 4
- ROM
- 16 MB
- Save
- SRAM
- ESRB
- E
- Units Sold
- 1.1M
- Score
- 85 / 100
Collector's Q&A
How much is F-Zero X worth?
As of June 2026, a loose cartridge typically sells for $35–$41. Complete-in-box copies sell for around $150. Live links in the Price Check panel show the latest numbers.
Why does complete-in-box cost more?
The original box and manual were routinely discarded, so surviving complete sets are genuinely scarce. The box and manual can add at least $99 over the loose price.
How do I spot a fake cartridge?
Authentic carts have a Nintendo-stamped board inside, factory-molded plastic seams, and a board serial that matches the region label. Phillips-head screws instead of Gamebit screws? Treat it as suspect.
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