- Publisher: Nintendo
- Release Date: Nov 20, 2025
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- Developer: HAL Labs, Bandai Namco Games
- Genre(s): Racing, Arcade, Other
- # of players: Up to 16
- Cheats: On GameFAQs
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Score distribution:
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Positive: 85 out of 111
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Mixed: 25 out of 111
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Negative: 1 out of 111
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Nov 19, 2025I knew I’d like Kirby Air Riders, since I enjoyed the GameCube original, but I didn’t expect this game to feel stronger than Mario Kart World. It’s so enjoyable and robust. There’s room for both racers on the Switch 2, of course. But if I had to pick a favorite and never touch the other game again, I’d pick Kirby Air Riders every time.
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Nov 21, 2025Plenty of modes, plenty of unlocks, this is a full and fun package of wild racing.
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Nov 19, 2025Kirby Air Riders is a robust racing game for the Nintendo Switch 2 and the product of beloved game developer Masahiro Sakurai of Smash Bros. fame. While I do hope Nintendo has plans to add to the overall package with at least some new Air Ride and Top Ride tracks, there is still a wealth of content here for fans to enjoy. If you're a racing fan or looking for something fresh to play with friends, Kirby Air Riders should be a strong consideration for your Switch 2 library.
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Nov 19, 2025Kirby Air Riders is like a strawberry sorbet: sweet, refreshing, but not exactly essential. Yet, in the quieter stretch of the year, it might just catch you off guard. It’s a simple game, but one that offers a surprising amount of depth, both in its content and gameplay. And it does justice to the Nintendo Switch 2, delivering smooth performance and solid graphics that make it a worthy addition to the system.
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Nov 25, 2025Playing Kirby Air Riders is like learning a new language – it takes a lot of compromise, and it’s not for everyone. It’s those who master the basics who will soon find many new ways to approach each game mode, providing depth and replayability. If you meet Kirby Air Riders on its own terms, you will be rewarded with a gauntlet that’s bursting with thrills, depth, and charm.
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Dec 8, 2025While its departure from traditional racing mechanics may be polarizing, the game successfully crafts an original experience by combining Kirby’s signature Copy Abilities with a Smash Bros.-esque style. For gamers seeking fresh stimulation over familiarity, this unique title is a compelling choice.
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Nov 19, 2025The most baffling Nintendo release of recent years, with a quasi-remake of one of the GameCube’s worst games, that seems specifically designed to irritate and confuse would-be players.