Sector Z Defense

Striking deep into enemy territory to neutralize the missile threat.

Within the Lylat system, Sector Z is a region of space that appears in the Star Fox series. In Star Fox 64, it is the setting of a mission to destroy a missile base, not a defensive operation.

Quick Facts

Location: Sector Z

Lore & Background

Sector Z was the site of a critical offensive mission in Star Fox 64, where the Star Fox team was tasked with infiltrating and destroying a Venomian missile base. This strike aimed to cripple Andross's long-range attack capabilities and clear a path toward the planet Venom itself.

Reader's Guide

In Star Fox 64, the campaign involving this region requires pilots to navigate the asteroid field while destroying enemy vessels protecting the area. The objective often shifts between protecting the Great Fox from boarding parties or eliminating radar stations that guide enemy fleets. Later entries like Star Fox Zero expand on these mechanics, introducing zero-gravity combat and rail sections where players must defend specific points within the asteroid cluster. Success in these missions typically unlocks access to deeper systems like Venom.

Did You Know?

Sector Z is a distinct region of space, not to be confused with the planet Zoness, which appears elsewhere in the series.
The asteroid field in Sector Z provides both cover and hazards during the assault.