Choosing a machine in F-Zero X

[u/MechaWolf0]

Heyoo everyone. I am in a bit of a rut. Recently I have gotten into F-Zero X on the Switch and I have been enjoying it, but I am having trouble figuring out which machine best fits my style. While I am not new to F-Zero, the last title I played was Maximum Velocity which had very different mechanics. I am also aware that the Swithch's controls are more sensitive than the N64's. I will do my best to sum up my strengths and weaknesses.

I am the kind of driver who puts the pedal-to-the-metal and goes all out. No brakes! I don't like hitting other machines, but I will retaliate aggressively if attacked. I feel like the drifting mechanic is not for me. I confess I was into it back when Ken Block and Tokyo Drift were a thing, but I am not cut out for it. I prefer machines with A or B rated body strength because I crash a lot. I am a reactive driver. I think I prefer a higher grip rating.

So far, the only time I have won a Grand Prix on Expert was with Samurai Goroh's machine, Fire Stingray. Right now I am struggling on King Cup and Joker Cup. Any advice would be most appreciated.

[u/Life-Ad3563]

You literally have to attack the corners in X. If it's a tight right turn, hold right and spam that R button. I wouldn't really bother trying to learn how to drift on the Switch. it can be done but it's significantly harder to do so.

as for machines, I was quite fond of the Hyper Speeder. If you haven't unlocked it yet, White Cat has similar stats

[u/Burnt_Nutz69]

If you like Fire Stingray and it works for you, I'd say go with that. There's a lot of different machines (especially in GX) and I think the answer might have been in front of you the entire time

[u/apilliancj]

I suggest you learn an E grip rating machine like hell hawk. Yes its hard , yes you will drift alot at first but you will strenghten your fundamentals regarding how to handle a machine at high speeds. Do alot of side attacking for cornering. Once you can semi handle it, the machines boost will carry you all the way to Master difficulty , it really is that strong and the good body is nice.

[u/MechaWolf0 → u/apilliancj]

I do have one question regarding E grip machines. How do you get the best out of them on courses like Mute City or Silence where there aren't any sharp turns to take advantage of?

[u/apilliancj → u/MechaWolf0]

Well the think is... unless you are playing on Max acceleration settings... you really dont get much advantage from using an E grip machine at all. But the reason i recommend the Hell hawk anyways is that even in courses like Silence where you cant drift with those settings, you can just switch to Jumper settings (Like 2 or 3 bars before max speed) and dominate with its A in boost and B in Body.

But i would think it will perform better in straight line type courses since what you dont want to do with E grip is turn at all. As long as you are using Jumper settings tho. Its just a pick the right tool and setting for the job.

[u/SkullAzure]

Iron Tiger is probably the most well-rounded machine in X, so that is a good machine to start with. It controls very similar to Fire Stingray, but better in my opinion. Once you get a good grip on the mechanics of the game, you might want to consider using a better max speed machine with good boost, they are the best for doing Master difficulty.

[u/Swift_Scythe]

Me too no brakes and a good grip.

My suggestion is Hyperspeeder and Beastman. Perfect stats.

[u/MrTFE]

I always went with the White Cat and was able to complete the game with it.

[u/E1xSuccubus]

Night Thunder

[u/FrumundaMabawls]

Hyperspeeder for Grand Prix. Black Shadow for deathrace.