Kirby: Planet Robobot

 3DS
Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 71 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 62 out of 71
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 71
  3. Negative: 0 out of 71
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  1. Games.cz
    Sep 19, 2016
    70
    Cute, colorful and imaginative game offers plenty of widgets and hardly any gaming challenge. If you just want to "run through" another game and not lose your nerves, you have the opportunity.
  2. Gamer.no
    Jun 22, 2016
    70
    Another charming and well-crafted Kirby platformer that successfully introduces playable robot mechs, a few new ideas in its level design, and a slightly edgier presentation.
  3. Slant Magazine
    Jun 19, 2016
    70
    By the fifth of the six main zones, the game becomes a dull gauntlet of repetitive mini-bosses.
  5. Metro GameCentral
    Jun 7, 2016
    70
    Full of imagination and great ideas, but Kirby seems destined to repeat the same mistakes forever – with zero challenge and aimless, unfocused game design.
  6. The Games Machine
    May 27, 2016
    70
    Kirby Robobot relies on creativity and a "think out of the box" philosophy, adorned with jolly and light-hearted aesthetics. Unfortunately, it's almost too easy to complete the game, especially if you played your fair share of platformers. It's a game that will probably appeal the younger (and less experienced) player.
  7. TheSixthAxis
    May 25, 2016
    70
    Kirby: Planet Robobot is a great addition to the franchise, adding a mechanic that doesn’t feel forced and is overall not a terribly shallow package. But looking under the hood the game uses a lot of the same tricks that Kirby Triple Deluxe did and will probably captivate your time about as well. It’s certainly one that younger audiences will get a kick out of, but it’s no Kirby’s Fun Pak.
  8. Destructoid
    May 25, 2016
    70
    While the robot motif comes in half-cocked, Planet Robobot is still a safe, serviceable Kirby game. After beating the story and reflecting on it, many elements felt like just going through the motions, but those motions haven't gotten stale yet after nearly 25 years.
  9. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jul 12, 2016
    60
    Cute, colorful and imaginative game offers you plenty of tools but hardly any gaming challenge. If you just want to "fly-by" another game without a pressure, you have the opportunity. [Issue#265]
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  10. Power Unlimited
    Jun 22, 2016
    53
    Planet Robobot is decently made but leans way too much on it’s predecessor Triple Deluxe (and every other Kirby platformer) to keep us interested. Time for something new. [July 2016 / page 070]
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  1. Kotaku
    Oct 19, 2016
    You won’t struggle playing Planet Robobot. You’ll smile. The people who made it knew just what they were doing, and they’ve made one of the 3DS’ most delightful games.

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#12 Best 3DS Game of 2016
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#5 Most Discussed 3DS Game of 2016
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#17 Most Shared 3DS Game of 2016

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User Score
8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 228 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 201 out of 228
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 228
  3. Negative: 11 out of 228
  1. SuperMatt777
    Feb 5, 2018
    10
    Kirby Planet Robobot follows very closely to Triple Deluxe and many parallels can be drawn between the two games. Planet Robobot takes on aKirby Planet Robobot follows very closely to Triple Deluxe and many parallels can be drawn between the two games. Planet Robobot takes on a similar visual style and we see the return of the duel plain level layout that Triple Deluxe had. But while Planet Robobot takes a lot from Triple Deluxe, it also throws in a few new ideas. The biggest one being the new Robobot Armor that Kirby can ride, which essentially replaces the Hypernova from Triple Deluxe. The Robobot Armor is capable of heavy damage on both enemies and even the environment in some cases and can also copy certain abilities of enemies. And I think it's an awesome feature. On top of normal puzzle rooms that the Kirby series is good with, the Robobot Armor opens up new ideas for new puzzles. However the Robobot Armor can only have a certain amount of abilities and they aren't as diverse as Kirby with said powers, but they are capable of solving unique puzzles. On the topic of copy abilities, the line up in this game is really great, mixing in the series staples such as Fire, Ice, Sword and Beam, adding in new ones such as ESP, Doctor and Poison and reviving some old abilities not seen in a long time, such as Jet, a revamped Smash ability and my personal second favorite of all time, Mirror. The world themes were pretty awesome as well and the added robotic appearance each world had made the areas look really nice. While the main game won't take that long (if you're really dedicated to it), the amount of stuff to do afterwards still makes up for it. The game still isn't that hard either, but the Kirby gameplay itself more than makes up for it in my opinion. So overall, I really loved this game. While generally easy, it's still a fantastic Kirby game with an awesome new feature, an amazing set of copy abilities and classic fun stuff to do when the story is all said and done.… Full Review »
  2. kiwijinxter
    Jul 14, 2016
    10
    Yes, this is the BEST Kirby game to date so far - this surpasses any Wii or Wii U Kirby games ever released! Thing about Kirby games is, youYes, this is the BEST Kirby game to date so far - this surpasses any Wii or Wii U Kirby games ever released! Thing about Kirby games is, you actually have fun and enjoy playing the game. It's not about the challenge (otherwise, you'd be playing Monster Hunter or Fire Emblem Fates Conquest on Lunatic Classic mode right?), but it's about the JOY of playing a Kirby game.

    Even though I play games like Monster Hunter, I ALWAYS preorder Kirby games simply because it's soooooo therapeutic and makes me feel good playing it - it's relaxing, it's fun, it's cute. It's a truly feel-good game with cute Kirby and solid mechanics in gameplay that is truly enjoyable. The usual copy abilities of Kirby is there, plus there are a few new powers.

    However, the new thing this time round is that Kirby dons the mech-suit, and unlike Kirby Triple Deluxe (which was pretty good, but the mega suction felt a little gimmicky and "forced"), the mech-suit actually feels like an integral part of the game, heck, you even have the COPY ability in mech mode, which makes it super super cool and fun. There's a lot of variety in the game, and it feels fresh from one level to another. On top of that you could use the new Kirby amiibos (there are 4) to add some fun copy abilities - I've only got the Kirby amiibo which transforms Kirby into a UFO Kirby.

    So why do I buy this game even though it's not a very long game? Because it's a PERFECT game, with PERFECT mechanics and the PERFECT level of fun and cuteness and joy. It's worth every penny I spent on it. Don't hesitate - buy it, and enjoy it immediately - for both kids AND adults!    … Full Review »
  3. snakekill321
    Jun 10, 2016
    9
    Honestly one of the best kirby games ive played. The game feels smooth and complete. The sound is wonderful and the games length is nothing toHonestly one of the best kirby games ive played. The game feels smooth and complete. The sound is wonderful and the games length is nothing to scoff at either. The Robo extension feels great and is well balanced. The amiibo compatibility is wonderful as well and doesnt feel like paid DLC or cut content, but feels like an extension of the game. The amiibo are also well designed, but overall this is worth the retail price. People complain that Nintendo reuses games but there is a reason their IPs are so successful and why the can reuse their IPs and this is a fine example of it… Full Review »
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