Also known as G-Zero, Zero Racers would have been the first 3D entry in the F-Zero series. With the F-Zero Grand Prix over, racers now take part in the high-thrill, zero-gravity G-Zero Grand Prix races. The racers effectively fly around the 3D wireframe circuits. Three of the original racers were confirmed to return (Falcon, Stingray and Goose), and joined by a new craft, Origammy. A prototype of the game was shown at E3 1996, and it was previewed by Nintendo Power magazine. However, by 1996 the Virtual Boy was already considered a failure and was discontinued shortly after. The game was later announced for release through Virtual Boy Nintendo Classics.