Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land
Game Boy Advance- Publisher: Nintendo
- Release Date: Dec 2, 2002
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With fantastic level designs, great enemies and power-ups, as well as the addition of some fun and entertaining multiplayer modes, Kirby is a must have.
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A touch on the short and easy side, but other than that you're looking at a remake of a wonderful classic made far better by incredible graphics and presentation, as well as numerous extras and multiplayer features.
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The saccharine score is standard Nintendo fare; it will creep into your psyche and have you humming at random intervals throughout the day.
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Game InformerMy point is this: Kirby good. Me like. You buy. All happy. [Jan 2003, p.122]
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The graphics are astounding, the levels are very clever.
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But keep in mind that there's a lot of discovery and, yes, a little strategy in order to complete the game 100%, and you'll want to do that to get the "extra" something.
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The extreme fun will end with a short trek but you'll get true gaming bliss during the process.
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Nintendo PowerLots of cool villain-mimicking moves and a collection of beautiful backgrounds make the game fun to play and great to watch. [Dec 2002, p.220]
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GameNowThe three hours or so it took me to finish were incredibly fun, with not one ounce of tedium or monotony anywhere to be found - a rarity these days. [Jan 2003, p.64]
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GMR MagazineA remake of the NES classic. [Feb 2003, p.97]
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Electronic Gaming MonthlyFinishing the game takes just a few hours, and after you're done, there's little incentive to play again... Still great fun and better than most platformers out there. [Jan 2003, p.210]
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A really great Kirby game that looks great, plays well and sounds nice, but is far too short for its own good.
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Pocket GamesBetter than most platformers out there...The only beef we have with this title is that it's too dang short. [Spring 2003, p.35]
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Cheat Code CentralI will warn you that you can beat this in an afternoon. Take your time and go for the prizes.
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Makes up for its simplistic gameplay and brief quest with a great deal of variety.
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The execution of NID is spot on – you can't fault it for any control issues or presentation – and it's totally inoffensive and suitable for kids.
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netjakFar from perfect, but features some of the best elements in a game that I've seen in a long time.
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The graphics are one of the best parts about the game. The backgrounds are absolutely gorgeous, and the animations have all been re-worked.
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Unless you want a mega-dose of pink cotton candy, you'll likely be bored stiff.
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Unfortunately though we can't really see Kirby's latest adventure lasting anybody for particularly long, multiplayer games and secret hunting notwithstanding.
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While it's admittedly too easy and a little simplistic in structure (albeit with plenty of extras to unlock), it's nevertheless ideal for young ones or anyone looking for an easy-going few hours.
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Kirby is over far too quick, but it's a decent romp while it lasts, and one that I wouldn't mind playing through again.
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A short-lived romp through vibrant, sugary sweet worlds that will leave players -- much like its pink protagonist -- with an insatiable hunger for more.
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It's a short run-through -- especially if you don't seek out the secrets -- and probably won't test the skills of experienced gamers.
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#5 Most Discussed Game Boy Advance Game of 2002
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#7 Most Shared Game Boy Advance Game of 2002
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User score distribution:
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Positive: 88 out of 110
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Mixed: 20 out of 110
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Negative: 2 out of 110
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Mar 26, 2012
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