F-Zero 99’s latest update adds secret tracks and private lobbies

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Nintendo has added private lobbies and some secret tracks to its massively multiplayer racing game F-Zero 99.

After downloading the game’s latest update, which is detailed in full below, players will be able to join the same private lobby as their friends using a 4-digit passcode.

New secret tracks will “occasionally appear” in the game, while the update also raises the maximum level and skill rating for players, among other features.

F-Zero 99 was a surprise release on Switch in September 2023. Available at no additional charge for Nintendo Switch Online members, at launch it only had seven tracks from the original F-Zero, but Nintendo has since released additional courses and features.

In November, it added a Classic Race mode that plays more like the SNES original, on which F-Zero 99 is based. Rather than 99 racers, it limits the number of participants to 20.

F-Zero 99 Ver. 1.2.0 patch notes

New Additions

Private Lobbies have been added. To utilize them, select a game mode, set a 4-digit passcode, and then join the lobby. Players with matching game modes and passcodes can meet in the same lobby to race.
- Private Lobby race results are not reflected in leaderboard points, records, or challenge progress. Also, you will receive less EXP and fewer ticket points than in regular races.
Secret Tracks have been added. These will occasionally appear in F-ZERO 99.
Maximum level and skill rating for players have increased. The maximum level has increased from 99 to 399 and maximum skill rating has increased from S20 to S50.
- Levels 100 and above are indicated in the game as ☆ = 1. For example, “☆00” for level 100 and “☆☆00” for level 200.
Added one badge that can be used to customize Pilot Cards. After meeting the specified conditions, you will be able to use it for customization.
- You can check the specified conditions and perform customization by selecting WORKSHOP on the main menu, and then selecting PILOT CARDS.

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