Kirby and the Forgotten Land

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 722 Ratings

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  1. Maxu_
    Jun 27, 2022
    10
    Imo this game is the best cover of Kirby's Cossack storyline, very addictive gameplay, nice designed boss fights, easy puzzles, for me this game is 10/10 (but everyone has an opinion)
  2. Qoo88039
    Jun 26, 2022
    10
    Kirby is Christian and you can't deny it Nintendo tell me he is not Christian,and you will see what happen
  3. stupidopinion
    Jun 22, 2022
    9
    This is a fantastic 3D platformer. Though it is a bit short, the platforming is consistently great throughout, never a dull moment. I love how ideas are both introduced and developed, it is reminiscent of Galaxy in its design. The mouthful mode transformations are few in number but provide a much needed spice of variety to the gameplay as well. Evolving copy abilities to match tougher andThis is a fantastic 3D platformer. Though it is a bit short, the platforming is consistently great throughout, never a dull moment. I love how ideas are both introduced and developed, it is reminiscent of Galaxy in its design. The mouthful mode transformations are few in number but provide a much needed spice of variety to the gameplay as well. Evolving copy abilities to match tougher and tougher areas works great, and the fully upgraded sword is a blast to use. This is a game that practically begs the player to play it to 100% completion, if you don't you are truly missing out. The post game content surpasses much of the main game content in quality and I'm sure I'll find myself coming back to this game sometime in the future. Unfortunately though, multiplayer is quite laggy and single player still has issues with the framerate of distant objects. Still, I hope this isn't the last we see of 3D Kirby because I'm hooked.

    15 Hours to complete    … Expand
  4. AShinyG1ratina
    Jun 21, 2022
    7
    One of the better games in the Kirby franchise and a much-needed transition to 3D.
  5. LeifLInden
    Jun 19, 2022
    10
    The best Kirby game. One of the best games on Switch. Excellent pacing and a huge variety of environments and game mechanics to play with make for non stop fun. The vibes are great with compelling music and sound design and a vibrant world full of secrets to discover. Gameplay is basic but solid, with variety more than making up for any lack of depth.
  6. clockwork_cake
    Jun 19, 2022
    10
    I am writing this review simply to make this game higher than Kirby's Epic Yarn.

    This game is, good.
    Epic Yarn is also good, but play this one instead
  7. Timenick
    Jun 19, 2022
    9
    This is a brilliant game! Great level design, good graphics despite being a Switch title, very creative gimmicks and abilities, good progression, great soundtrack, lots of variety, fun mini games. And the art direction of this game is a masterpiece. Best Nintendo Switch Platformer after Super Mario Odyssey.
  8. diesesphil
    Jun 18, 2022
    10
    This was an fantastic first journey into 3D Kirby, it has enough content for many hours of playtime and has plenty of new Ideas.
    Must have for All Kirby and Nintendo Action jump and run fans
  9. Theprizegame
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    This is what I call an amazing game. Play it. I love all the copy abilities the funniest mode mouthful mode witch is very fun. If it was any better it would be undertale
  10. Djkeebz
    Jun 13, 2022
    10
    Genuinely a great Kirby title. Might be the best Kirby title in decades. You can't go wrong with this one.
  11. hahaemeralds
    Jun 10, 2022
    10
    Best Kirby game in the series by far. Took the series to new heights. I hope Nintendo continues to make Kirby in 3D in the future.
  12. FoxyChalet
    Jun 5, 2022
    7
    A good Kirby game, and a worthy entry into the world of 3d, but overall very linear, and far too easy. My expectations were admittedly high.
  13. Pigeonz
    Jun 5, 2022
    9
    Kirby almost perfected its transition from 2d to 3d in it's first 3d game which is really impressive. The only gripes i've found with this game are its too easy except for the final boss and in the background the frames dip really hard. The frames aren't that bad and get smooth once you get closer and the difficulty doesn't really effect the game just could have made it better if it wasKirby almost perfected its transition from 2d to 3d in it's first 3d game which is really impressive. The only gripes i've found with this game are its too easy except for the final boss and in the background the frames dip really hard. The frames aren't that bad and get smooth once you get closer and the difficulty doesn't really effect the game just could have made it better if it was harder. I think these are the only main gripes with this game. Starting with the combat it's really fluid and fun to use. Also kirby's dodge roll is really fun to pull off. This game has a small amount of copy abilities compared to the newer games, but with the upgrading system the abilities feel different enough to keep things fresh. Next is the new ability kirby has called Mouthful Mode. This mode is very unique using obscure objects and performing attacks and other sorts of things with them. I wish the game could have been harder and made me use these abilities against tough enemies. Mouthful Mode sometimes can be used as cool setpeices like flying through the sky, doing a mario kart style race, or becoming part of a rollar coaster. These ideas are so wacky and unique i with most of them weren't just throw away objects that you only use once or twice and end up using the same 5-6 Mouthful modes almost the whole game.The level design is great and there is so many little charming secrets to find throughout these levels adding re playability if you missed a secret. The setting of this game is something i didn't know i wanted from a kirby game. I'm tired of seeing kirby in this childish cartoony world. This game puts kirby in a post apocalyptic world and things get really eerie towards the end. Since this is a nintendo game the ost was already going to be spectacular and it is great. Overall this game is a delight to play and has stopped making me veiw kirby as the franchise nintendo puts out for little kids and as a wonderful 3d platforming experience.… Expand
  14. Billy368
    Apr 30, 2022
    10
    This game makes me so happy. Great fun. Replay ability. Hardcore gamers say it’s not challenging, but for regular people it’s the right amount of difficulty. Very cute characters. I love trying to upgrade the powers.
  15. ophone
    Jun 2, 2022
    9
    What a beauty this game! And cute too, but we expected that with Kirby.
    This game offers varied, colourful levels, funny transformations of the protagonist and a soundtrack that fits.
    I only see two flaws in it: 1) The impossibility to simply restart a level without going back to the world map and without getting two loading times. Especially cumbersome if you want to beat a boss    What a beauty this game! And cute too, but we expected that with Kirby.
    This game offers varied, colourful levels, funny transformations of the protagonist and a soundtrack that fits.

    I only see two flaws in it:
    1) The impossibility to simply restart a level without going back to the world map and without getting two loading times. Especially cumbersome if you want to beat a boss without taking damage to save a Waddle Dee.
    2) The ease to beat the last boss of the additional world. I had more difficulties to beat Clawroline and the last boss of the regular world.

    But in the end this game's a great addition to the Switch's library, a game which can please young as old.    … Expand
  16. Herbalmouse1305
    May 29, 2022
    10
    FUN
    this game is pure bliss. gameplay is ever so satisfying, soundtrack is a bop. oh my god this game is pretty
  17. ConnorYT289
    May 28, 2022
    9
    Kirby and the Forgotten Land is a amazing Switch game! Kirby finally gets a proper 3d adventure. The gameplay is smooth. Music is good and just like Super Mario Odyssey, it has it's own song for it's soundtrack! The story is top notch. (SPOILERS) Kirby just gets sucked into a vortex and just has to save the waddle dees and both the new world and Dream Land. (END OF SPOILERS) The bossesKirby and the Forgotten Land is a amazing Switch game! Kirby finally gets a proper 3d adventure. The gameplay is smooth. Music is good and just like Super Mario Odyssey, it has it's own song for it's soundtrack! The story is top notch. (SPOILERS) Kirby just gets sucked into a vortex and just has to save the waddle dees and both the new world and Dream Land. (END OF SPOILERS) The bosses have fun attack patterns and the sub games are nice but the PAL regions (Europe and Australia) finally get a version of Kirby: Tilt 'n' Tumble! The characters have unique personalities and the ending is so sad and yet so charming. The only flaw is that if you're far from a moving enemy or object. It has stuttering frame rate issues. But that will probably not bother you. Pick up this game. You'll see why many kirby fans out this as number 1...… Expand
  18. Fakber
    May 27, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Creo que es una gran juego el cambio del 2D al 3D no se siente forzado para nada fue adaptado de forma que el jugador se siente como si no aya cambiado nada en forma positiva claro… Expand
  19. ChillaxingJay
    May 26, 2022
    8
    Very fun and cute game. Only issue is that even on hard mode its a pretty easy game. Still enjoyed it regardless. 7.5/10
  20. Punished_Cris
    May 26, 2022
    10
    My god this game was a joyride, cant say a single bad thing about this game, never played a kirby game before and was not disapointed, the final boss sequence is fenomenal, trully worth your time, if you have a nintendo switch you must play this game.
  21. DesireeKnight
    May 22, 2022
    10
    For new player of Kirby like myself, it was a remarkable experience, with a marvelous gameplay and stunning scenery and soundtrack. After finishing this game I'll certainly try out other Kirby games.
  22. fishyperil
    May 19, 2022
    9
    One of the most creative platformer games of the last decade, if not of all time ! The game is pretty short, but the levels are all well designed and fun and there's a great variety of gameplay styles and assets. After beating it in about 15-20 hours, I immediately felt the urge to go through the levels one more time and try to 100% it. The 2 player co-op mode adds additional replay valueOne of the most creative platformer games of the last decade, if not of all time ! The game is pretty short, but the levels are all well designed and fun and there's a great variety of gameplay styles and assets. After beating it in about 15-20 hours, I immediately felt the urge to go through the levels one more time and try to 100% it. The 2 player co-op mode adds additional replay value and even though the game is very easy I was amazed by just how good of a time I could have despite the low level of challenge. A very fun little game full of positive vibes with level design that can easily hold its own even in comparison to the best Mario games.… Expand
  23. Candy222
    May 19, 2022
    10
    I was looking forward to the game even before it was released. Like the previous titles, this Kirby game wasn't particularly difficult. I liked the cute style and the gameplay convinced me. I can't remember the last time I had so much fun on my Nintendo Switch.
  24. LupinXXIII
    May 17, 2022
    9
    Kirby’s best outing yet! HAL has successfully translated the formula into 3D without skimping on novel ideas. The levels are inventive, with enough optional challenges to keep them engaging from start to finish. Treasure Road levels test the full range of copy abilities. Post-game content is meaty and challenging. I wish it ran at 60 FPS, but I’ll live.
  25. Alvacerus
    May 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Fun game, every moment of it is amazing. The mouthful is one of the best things that are added. You can be a car, a cone, a theme park ride, basically anything. And the levels and music are so great. The postgame is very enjoyable too. It's the same levels and bosses are the same than the main story, but the gameplay and missions are different and so much fun… Expand
  26. Jofe
    May 15, 2022
    8
    Cool and fun. But it's sad that the bosses are repeated too much and that the 100% is filling based on portions of levels already played and useless figurines to collect.
  27. GamingT2009
    May 11, 2022
    9
    This game was amazing, one of my favorite Kirby games. Putting Kirby in a 3D world was such a good idea, and pulled it off well. This game nails it with everything: fun levels, amazing boss fights, great copy abilities, cute characters, this game has it all. If I were to have listed a bad thing about this game, it's got to be the final word. I thought it was...ok. Taking all a world'sThis game was amazing, one of my favorite Kirby games. Putting Kirby in a 3D world was such a good idea, and pulled it off well. This game nails it with everything: fun levels, amazing boss fights, great copy abilities, cute characters, this game has it all. If I were to have listed a bad thing about this game, it's got to be the final word. I thought it was...ok. Taking all a world's levels, and mixing them into one level is a cool idea, however, it drags on for way too long, to the point where it isn't "Wow this is so much fun and I'm loving every bit of it", it's "get this marathon over with.". Kirby and the forgotten land adds a bunch of new things to the table, and I loved it. Even with my one issue standing in it's way of a perfect score, I did have a great time.… Expand
  28. vodkaffee
    May 10, 2022
    9
    I have played almost every kirby game in every platform and this is one of the best; simple, challenging, accesible, great orchestral music, good gameplay. Cute AF, and you are stronger than goku
  29. monsilongi
    May 8, 2022
    10
    This is exactly what I was waiting for. Amazing gameplay, high amounts of action, high graphic and amazing story with depth. I don’t care about the frame drops, and I love this game! probability the best Kirby game in the series. And what’s up with the bad reviewers? All of their reasonings are stupid and misleading. I look forward to seeing more 3D Kirby games!
  30. dynamiczer0
    May 8, 2022
    9
    Forgotten Land is the best Kirby game to date. It won't blow your mind as Breath of the Wild or Mario Odyssey did, but it's certainly a very good game if you expect to have mindless fun with a simple platformer. It's one of the prettiest games on the Switch and while it is very simple, the few mechanics it has play perfectly, and the game keeps surprising you with fun new set pieces andForgotten Land is the best Kirby game to date. It won't blow your mind as Breath of the Wild or Mario Odyssey did, but it's certainly a very good game if you expect to have mindless fun with a simple platformer. It's one of the prettiest games on the Switch and while it is very simple, the few mechanics it has play perfectly, and the game keeps surprising you with fun new set pieces and moments. A spectacular game for a Kirby fan, and a very good game regardless. Kirby is the video game equivalent of mac and cheese: nothing revolutionary, but stupidly good.… Expand
  31. Luigidefuego
    May 7, 2022
    9
    Kirby es el Goku de Nintendo. O algo así se ha ido construyendo con el tiempo para justificar la facilidad de sus juegos, porque ya sabemos que Nintendo empieza por donde primero hay que empezar en un juego: por la forma de jugar, fácil en este caso para hacerlo accesible, y luego viene la narrativa que es una mera justificación de esto. Y en Kirby y la tierra olvidada te sientes realmenteKirby es el Goku de Nintendo. O algo así se ha ido construyendo con el tiempo para justificar la facilidad de sus juegos, porque ya sabemos que Nintendo empieza por donde primero hay que empezar en un juego: por la forma de jugar, fácil en este caso para hacerlo accesible, y luego viene la narrativa que es una mera justificación de esto. Y en Kirby y la tierra olvidada te sientes realmente poderoso.

    Éste es el paso de la saga al plataformas 3D, algo llamativo teniendo en cuenta que no se dio este salto en la época que comprende entre la segunda mitad de los 90 y principios de los 2000, la época dorada de los plataformas de jugabilidad tridimensional. Posiblemente, Super Mario Odyssey, un Mario con una mécanica "muy Kirby", haya inspirado la manera de trasladar a la bolita rosa a un plataformas 3D. Eso sí, este juego recuerda más a Super Mario 3D Land (y 3D World), es decir, nada de una vista trasera que se puede girar libremente, teniendo unas cámaras bastante fijadas. ¿Qué significa esto? Que tenemos un plataformas muy líneal, por lo que podemos decir que "no tiene pérdida" y sigue siendo accesible para niños. Aquí surge el recurrente tema de la dificultad. Recordemos que Kirby se ideó como un plataformas, ¡en el que se vuela!, y en donde se puede absorber a los enemigos y copiar habilidades, todo para que sea muy fácil. Sin embargo, la saga siempre ha intentado encontrar un equilibrio entre todo tipo de públicos, y estas capas de dificultad se obtienen según el grado de completismo. Es decir, si únicamente queremos llegar hasta el final de este juego, será en gran parte un paseo. Pero si queremos completar el 100%, entonces puedo garantizar que el esfuerzo requerido no es menor. Uno tiene la sensación de jugar de manera incompleta si no se rescata a todos los Waddle Dee, lo cuál ya hace más interesante el juego para jugadores experimentados. Superar otra serie de retos para llegar hasta el 100% sí tiene más relleno menos interesante pero, sin duda, también muy difícil.

    Lo primero que entra por los ojos es su apartado gráfico, que es toda una cucada. Cada nivel te hipnotiza por lo bonito que es, y es que el mayor gustazo del juego es avanzar de nivel en nivel y dejarse sorprender por esas pequeñas obras de arte. Esto es una demostración de la importancia que da Nintendo al "para qué" de las cosas. Nintendo pasó a los juegos en HD con Wii U, y si tenemos HD, ¿para qué? Pues lo que permiten los gráficos en HD es más realismo, por lo que desde entonces mezclan el estilo "cartoon" con texturas realistas. De esta manera, obtienen un estilo artístico como de diorama, como se podía ver en juegos de Wii U como Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker. Respecto al diseño de niveles hay menos que destacar, ya que la linealidad y facilidad del juego marca unos diseños sencillos, pero esto no quita que se nota que detrás está la maestría con la que Nintendo diseña sus niveles. A destacar los jefes y mini-jefes, realmente logrados y, además, disponemos con el coliseo de un modo "Boss Rush", así como la música, que además de ser melódicamente simpática y con encanto, destaca por su variedad y un uso tímbrico que le confiere una buena personalidad.

    Vamos a los poderes de Kirby, lo que me parece una auténtica gozada. Para empezar, éste es uno de esos juegos que tiene ese algo especial en el que nada más controlar al personaje ya es una satisfacción. Pero es que los poderes multiplican esto. Con los poderes arrasas y todo es más fácil, pero es que es realmente divertido. Lo mejor es que no dejas de tener oportunidades de tener poderes pero nunca te cansas. Cada poder es más diferente a los demás de lo que pudiera parecer, y no sólo por el combate con los enemigos: con el de hielo andas encima del agua, con el de pinchos no te arrastra el viento, con el martillo clavas estacas, con el taladro atraviesas verjas, etc. Además podemos mejorar los poderes, y cuanto más se mejoran, más disfrutamos lo poderosos que nos volvemos. Tenemos también la transmorfosis, para pequeñas secciones aportando acertadamente variedad a los niveles. De los mejores poderes que hemos visto en un plataformas 3D.

    No todo es bueno: sin ser corto, no es todo lo largo que quisiéramos y, de hecho, el mundo extra del "post-game" está hecho de reciclados, aunque se agradece. También se agradece el multijugador, pero no está lo bien integrado que debería. También encuentro feos los muros invisibles, aunque sea así por su desarrollo líneal, así como fastidia no poder volver atrás en las secciones de los niveles por la mencionada linealidad. Pequeños detalles en un juego que destaca en prácticamente todo lo que hace, con una maravilla de jugabilidad, unos niveles sencillos pero bien diseñados y encantadores, una banda sonora con carisma, acción divertidísima y una buena cantidad de contenido. Un gustazo para amantes de los plataformas 3D.    … Expand
  32. jikflet
    May 7, 2022
    10
    Best Kirby ever. Very easy game but still is a joy to play. the world is fantastic. very re playable until you find all in level secrets. im really happy with this game. all new kirby transformations are funny and very useful. Recommended.
  33. iMustang
    May 6, 2022
    10
    Kirby and the Forgotten Land was an absolutely magical journey. After waiting over 20 years for a 3D Kirby platformer game the developers at HAL Laboratory did not disappoint. Kirby feels right at home running around in circles, using his powers in a 3D landscape, and doing what he's always done best but from every possible angle. It's not something revolutionary or different, which adds aKirby and the Forgotten Land was an absolutely magical journey. After waiting over 20 years for a 3D Kirby platformer game the developers at HAL Laboratory did not disappoint. Kirby feels right at home running around in circles, using his powers in a 3D landscape, and doing what he's always done best but from every possible angle. It's not something revolutionary or different, which adds a strange charm unique to this experience. Playing through this game just felt right, as if it was what Kirby always was, or perhaps meant to be. Like this was the next Kirby game, not a first in a new direction. It's difficult to explain, but it's as if this was the game we've all been waiting for in our minds, and it manifested perfectly before us at long last.

    While exploring the beautiful Forgotten Land this game tells a charming story that has a few delightful surprises along the way, all with a wonderful soundtrack that's easy to jam to. The various power-ups you earn along the way can be leveled up to become cooler (and sometimes sillier) as well as stronger, with plenty of well thought out boss battles to try them against throughout the journey. With 7 worlds to explore with several levels in each one and plenty to do back in the hub area like the Colosseum, there's plenty of content to keep you busy and always a feeling of something to do. This game is also filled with plenty of challenges, delightful mini-games, and a collectable system that's filled with hidden lore to add to the surprisingly well thought out narrative. It's hard to believe I'm in a world where I'm praising the story of a Kirby 3D platformer, but here I am, and I'm delighted to be doing so.

    From the moment I turned it on I was immediately charmed by the colorful world, the very well animated cutscenes, and the adorable sidekick you're given. So much thought and love was put into every level and every scene, and feeling the love the developers put into this game made me love it too. I can't wait to see where the adorable pink puffball goes from here, and look forward to more smiles and even more to love.    … Expand
  34. Vigo
    May 4, 2022
    6
    Wanted to like this game but after finishing it I was a little let down. I just didn't really have that much fun. These games historically are not challenging at all and this follows suit until the end where it ramps up a tad. However, by that point, i was just done with it. Looks great but basically very easy platformer and if that's your cup of tea, walking from one end of stage to otherWanted to like this game but after finishing it I was a little let down. I just didn't really have that much fun. These games historically are not challenging at all and this follows suit until the end where it ramps up a tad. However, by that point, i was just done with it. Looks great but basically very easy platformer and if that's your cup of tea, walking from one end of stage to other with no trouble, you should like this.… Expand
  35. Green_Booze
    May 2, 2022
    8
    First half of the game was just amazing - lots of inventive ways of using Kirby abilities and mouthful mode, but all second part of the game was just getting things a bit harder with almost no new mechanics. I think that this part with something new in each level was done better in Mario Odyssey.
    But in general it was pretty fun - challenges were quite difficult almost from the beginning    First half of the game was just amazing - lots of inventive ways of using Kirby abilities and mouthful mode, but all second part of the game was just getting things a bit harder with almost no new mechanics. I think that this part with something new in each level was done better in Mario Odyssey.
    But in general it was pretty fun - challenges were quite difficult almost from the beginning and bosses in second half of the game were more than entertaining and challenging at the same time.    … Expand
  36. Zski
    May 1, 2022
    9
    Kirby’s first 3D mainline game is one of the best of the franchise. It feels more fleshed out than the last several Kirby games. The levels can be pretty large, and often times have a few ways to complete them. The 3D level design works very well, although sometimes it feels a little cramped as many of the levels don’t have much vertical depth, so they end up feeling a bit linear at times.Kirby’s first 3D mainline game is one of the best of the franchise. It feels more fleshed out than the last several Kirby games. The levels can be pretty large, and often times have a few ways to complete them. The 3D level design works very well, although sometimes it feels a little cramped as many of the levels don’t have much vertical depth, so they end up feeling a bit linear at times. But the visual presentation of the games is excellent, they really take you through a variety of settings. The mouthful mode is pretty gimmicky, but I actually very much enjoyed it, as it shakes up the routine formula of the game and adds good variety to the gameplay through some clever ideas. The game is still very short, you can easily complete the main part of the game in a weekend, but luckily they added a few elements to make you want to revisit the levels. Thanks to the Waddle-Dee village, I think they really stepped up their efforts in adding to the replay value of the game, which has always been a huge problem for Kirby games. It’s actually a bit more challenging than most other Kirby games, but if you are familiar with the franchise, that isn’t saying much. It’s still fairly easy to breeze through the game. Luckily there is some reason to come back and replay the levels, it has some fun objectives, and doesn’t feel like a collectathon that drags on for no reason.

    The game is super charming. Everything from the animations, the characters, the music, etc. There are a few segments where it feels a bit like a Pixar movie, which is very cool. If you have a Switch OLED, this is absolutely worth playing in handheld mode, as it is probably the most vibrant and colorful game I’ve played on the OLED so far. I like that Nintendo is starting to push the boundaries of the existing formulas of their catalog of games. The 3D design of this game was a very positive change for Kirby, and they landed it perfectly. I don’t think I have enjoyed a Kirby game like I did this one for a very long time. Despite the game being a bit short, I very much enjoyed the game. It’s an extremely fun experience start to finish, with an oddly epic finale for a Kirby game.    … Expand
  37. lesiuML
    Apr 27, 2022
    7
    Indeed best Kirby game yet but I still believe it could be better. I guess that after all it's seriously game for kids because difficulty level is very low. This game is definitely overrated but it's not bad game by any means! I really liked it, world is filled with many details and even clever treasures to found. Graphics is also pretty good. but sometimes while I was playing in bed atIndeed best Kirby game yet but I still believe it could be better. I guess that after all it's seriously game for kids because difficulty level is very low. This game is definitely overrated but it's not bad game by any means! I really liked it, world is filled with many details and even clever treasures to found. Graphics is also pretty good. but sometimes while I was playing in bed at night I just couldn't focus on the game and instantly fell asleep such boring it could be... It is short but this isn't bad at all it's condensed and if you want to beat the game at 100% you can do it after the credits. Length of the game is good. If you like these kind of games than you will have a lot of fun but remember it's nowhere near in terms of challenge compared to Mario or others big N platformers. Kirby is really good at relaxing and not stressing you out while playing.… Expand
  38. Spassbremse
    Apr 24, 2022
    7
    It's cute, it's fun, and I love the insane, slightly gross idea of Mouthful Mode. Ultimately it's not as hard as I would have liked, but it's also just a lovely chill time. Nice to see a great Kirby game again.
  39. Pool_eats_grass
    Apr 20, 2022
    10
    This 3d adventure is like other Kirby games as Kirby can float and copy but also new with mouthful mode and new abilities. All the abilities feel different from each other and mostly, equally useful. The mouthful mode in this game is the most unique part, other from being a 3d game as Kirby swallows a large verity of things to help with a puzzle or such. This game is harder than otherThis 3d adventure is like other Kirby games as Kirby can float and copy but also new with mouthful mode and new abilities. All the abilities feel different from each other and mostly, equally useful. The mouthful mode in this game is the most unique part, other from being a 3d game as Kirby swallows a large verity of things to help with a puzzle or such. This game is harder than other Kirby games but still easy as the third dimension makes new possibilities with enemy attacks, making them stronger. Kirby this time around has many secrets in each level and makes you use your brain a lot. In conclusion Kirby is a delight to play and is one of the best games in the series.… Expand
  40. Dany8
    Apr 22, 2022
    10
    Un juego muy bonito, parecido al estilo de Super Mario 3d world, Kirby innovando en sistema de juego. Eso alegra a los fans y a los nuevos que no conocen sobre esta IP
  41. tngo
    Apr 21, 2022
    8
    Nice game to play with my nephew over the weekend. A bit too short I wish it could be longer though, also a bit too hard for my nephew to play. With these 2 improved the score can be improved too
  42. nintendofan721
    Apr 21, 2022
    9
    After so many years, Kirby has his first ever 3D platformer title, and it’s one of the best Kirby games there is now! It’s more a Super Mario 3D World style of gameplay than an open world, but that alone is a huge step for the franchise! Kirby visits a bunch of mysterious abandoned locations and has to rescue the waddle dees. The levels in this game are very unique with places like a mall,After so many years, Kirby has his first ever 3D platformer title, and it’s one of the best Kirby games there is now! It’s more a Super Mario 3D World style of gameplay than an open world, but that alone is a huge step for the franchise! Kirby visits a bunch of mysterious abandoned locations and has to rescue the waddle dees. The levels in this game are very unique with places like a mall, a tropical beach and an amusement park, and they are all fun to play. There are only 12 copy abilities which is kinda low but with the new feature that lets you evolve them, that completely makes up for it! They introduced mouthful mode which lets Kirby turn into so many bizarre items such as a car, a lightbulb or a staircase. This feature worked so well! The game looks visually stunning and is for sure the best looking Kirby game to date! However the one gripe I have with the graphics is the low frame rate especially for enemies at a distance, but that’s more the switch’s fault than the game’s. The soundtrack is amazing too which tunes that will likely become nostalgic in the future. The boss fights are some of the best Kirby fights there are, with really fun attack patterns. There are so many collectables and fun side games to go after that make this game that much more replayable! I do kinda wish there was maybe one more world of levels, but the ones we got are so good! This is definitely one of the best Nintendo Switch games yet, and if Nintendo put this much effort into more of their games nowadays, I’d probably like the switch a lot more! Maybe we will get a full open world Kirby game someday since the franchise worked so well in 3D!… Expand
  43. MoGee
    Apr 21, 2022
    9
    除了扭蛋全都100%了，这玩意儿太费手柄了。

    本来心目中分数一直在8.5到8.9之内徘徊，但最后的结局boss战那场演出做得实在很棒，9分！
    通关后的内容还挺多，只是关卡重复利用。
    哪怕是狂野难度也很简单，但莫名的很紧张。我愿称之为小奥德赛。

    你永远可以相信任天堂！
  44. arh3399
    Apr 20, 2022
    7
    Objectively, this is a really good kirby game. Tons of content compared to other entries in the franchise. Good new original boss fights. I really like the upgrading abilities mechanic too, but as a long time fan of the franchise something just wasn't there for me. Maybe my tastes in games is just changing, but I loved planet robobot and forgotten land just didn't give me that sameObjectively, this is a really good kirby game. Tons of content compared to other entries in the franchise. Good new original boss fights. I really like the upgrading abilities mechanic too, but as a long time fan of the franchise something just wasn't there for me. Maybe my tastes in games is just changing, but I loved planet robobot and forgotten land just didn't give me that same sense of fun as past entries. Def worth it for kirby fans and anyone looking for an easy platformer.… Expand
  45. tom974
    Apr 18, 2022
    7
    This is a good platformer as Nintendo knows how to build (good level design, colorful world, reasonable amount of content). My main concern is the difficulty, it is way too easy. So ok, it'd be a good game to initiate your children to the basics of videogames but in my case it is just too easy. I'm not certain I would have played it in solo (made it in full coop currently). Don't take meThis is a good platformer as Nintendo knows how to build (good level design, colorful world, reasonable amount of content). My main concern is the difficulty, it is way too easy. So ok, it'd be a good game to initiate your children to the basics of videogames but in my case it is just too easy. I'm not certain I would have played it in solo (made it in full coop currently). Don't take me wrong, this is a good game with nice mechanics and we had fun in coop. Just, a touch of difficulty may have brought a level higher.… Expand
  46. guguir
    Apr 18, 2022
    10
    The best Kirby game ever. A natural evolutivos for the series, a lot more creative and wild than I expected. For me, GOTY contender
  47. Curby
    Apr 18, 2022
    10
    An essential for the Nintendo switch

    Only things bad about it is it's difficulty, it is way too easy until the post game where it gets just as difficult as I wanted the main game to be. I hope they later add insane difficulties like they did in star allies. The graphics are the best any game has had on the switch although that comes with the fact that it is very laggy. I can't blame the    An essential for the Nintendo switch

    Only things bad about it is it's difficulty, it is way too easy until the post game where it gets just as difficult as I wanted the main game to be. I hope they later add insane difficulties like they did in star allies. The graphics are the best any game has had on the switch although that comes with the fact that it is very laggy. I can't blame the game though, the switch is 5 years old now    … Expand
  48. Onioncreature
    Apr 17, 2022
    10
    A triumph, reinvents the Kirby series in a 3D format. There's a much larger focus on exploration and discovery, which is truly delightful. The new difficulty options allow for a more customizable challenge level, which is greatly appreciated. The music and visuals are stunning, though I would've liked some orchestration. The whole experience feels very cohesive, thanks in large part toA triumph, reinvents the Kirby series in a 3D format. There's a much larger focus on exploration and discovery, which is truly delightful. The new difficulty options allow for a more customizable challenge level, which is greatly appreciated. The music and visuals are stunning, though I would've liked some orchestration. The whole experience feels very cohesive, thanks in large part to the new hub area, which has a surprising amount of things to do.

    This is one of the best titles on the Switch system, and one of the most well made Nintendo releases in general. I'd recommend Kirby and the Forgotten Land to just about anyone, it's an incredibly special game.    … Expand
  49. Ragnar_san
    Apr 16, 2022
    10
    Muy buen juego tanto para nuevos como para veteranos de la saga. Una delicia para los sentidos jugar a este juego.
  50. ValentinaMorett
    Apr 16, 2022
    10
    The best Kirby game ever made, and one of the best 2022 games in general, no doubt, don’t let big companies like IGN to mislead you, this game deserves a 10/10.
  51. BlackKnightOCAC
    Apr 16, 2022
    9
    Amazing game. Nice action, story, the controls are exquisite! My only problem is that there aren't that many copy abilities, missing a few well-known ones. Other than that, amazing. First actually 3d Kirby game, has upgrades, and waddle dee town is amazing.
  52. Hmokhmok
    Apr 13, 2022
    10
    Kirby is Christian and you can't deny it Nintendo tell me he is not Christian,and you will see what happen
  53. ElCabesa
    Apr 13, 2022
    10
    Increíble en todos sus aspectos. Le daría un 9.5 pero como no deja poner decimales, y su nota está por debajo de eso, le pongo un 10. Es prácticamente perfecto, es una delicia como juego de plataformas, ojalá salieran más juegos así.
    Recomendadísimo
  54. TheLinkgirl
    Apr 13, 2022
    9
    30 years is a long time for a series, especially one that has stagnated as much as the Kirby series. While Return to Dreamland and Triple Deluxe offered some of the best experiences in the series, the following titles, Planet Robobot and Star Allies, ended up feeling like the developers had ran out of ideas. Fortunately, Forgotten Land has answered the long asked question of what a 3D30 years is a long time for a series, especially one that has stagnated as much as the Kirby series. While Return to Dreamland and Triple Deluxe offered some of the best experiences in the series, the following titles, Planet Robobot and Star Allies, ended up feeling like the developers had ran out of ideas. Fortunately, Forgotten Land has answered the long asked question of what a 3D Kirby experience would be like, breathing new life into this beloved series. Perhaps the most apt comparison for this game would be Super Mario 3D World, as both games follow a similar formula

    What Forgotten Land does to differentiate itself from Mario 3D World is utilise Kirby's unique copy abilities to really make the gameplay pop, along with some better level design and theming compared to 3D World. The whole of this game feels like a human world left behind,simultaneously making every level feel unique, familiar and dreamy, while keeping in just enough of the real world to make locations feel memorable. It makes for a great middle ground, where the levels feel like they naturally form from man-made objects, and makes the world feel that much more real.

    For a first shot at a 3D Kirby game, Forgotten Land does everything right; it perfectly translated the Kirby concept over to a new dimension, and then provided some genuine fun levels and bosses for us to beat. Kirby and the Forgotten Land might be my new favourite Kirby game, but only time will tell    … Expand
  55. RustedBladeGame
    Apr 11, 2022
    9
    I’d give this game a solid 8.5/10!! It’s so good and lots to do for the money!! I recommend this game to anyone young or old!!! KIRBYYYYY!!!
  56. Breikzer
    Apr 11, 2022
    10
    El mejor juego de Kirby de los últimos años, solo por detrás del juegazo que fue Kirby Super Star del SNES. Kirby and the Forgotten Land te hará pasar momentos geniales. El juego es un plataformas lineal donde tendrás que ir recorriendo sus diferentes mundos con un diseño postapocaliptico increíble, las gráficas al tratarse del Nintendo Switch creo que en la actualidad no impresionan aEl mejor juego de Kirby de los últimos años, solo por detrás del juegazo que fue Kirby Super Star del SNES. Kirby and the Forgotten Land te hará pasar momentos geniales. El juego es un plataformas lineal donde tendrás que ir recorriendo sus diferentes mundos con un diseño postapocaliptico increíble, las gráficas al tratarse del Nintendo Switch creo que en la actualidad no impresionan a nadie, pero hay que reconocer que aun así el juego logra verse genial. La música también es fantástica, son de esas melodías que recordaras por mucho tiempo debido a lo buenas que están.

    A primera vista la dificultad del juego puede ser demasiado sencilla, pero conforme vas avanzando en el juego ira subiendo paulatinamente de nivel, hasta concluir la primera parte del juego será un paseo por el parque, pero en la segunda parte del juego las cosas se comenzaran a poner más serias y se te presentara un reto decente durante el juego, que es algo que muchos fans de Kirby pedíamos, que los juegos no fueran tan fáciles y este cumple su cometido, les aseguro que todos morirán al menos un par de veces con el último jefe verdadero del juego.

    Sin duda lo recomiendo, de los mejores juegos del Switch que he jugado.    … Expand
  57. moondrah
    Apr 11, 2022
    10
    honestly ,this might be the peak of the franchise,everything is wonderfully executed,from gameplay to visuals to story,its unbelivable that this is their FIRST 3d kirby game,its on par with the best mario games,im so glad this franchise is evolving in such a fantastic way,cant wait to see what the future holds!!! kirby for life!
  58. KirbyOfTheStars
    Apr 11, 2022
    10
    Wonderful game. Soundtrack, visuals, copy abilities, collectible hunting, dramatic ending - all so much fun.
  59. Cool8tReviews
    Apr 11, 2022
    10
    What a wonderful game! Walks the tight rope of challenging yet easy depending on what you want out of it. Level design is perfect and very tight. Furthermore, the hidden material is totally optional too! I would take off a point because the second player should have had the option to be an alternative skin Kirby rather than a waddle dee, however, I did not get to test co-op. Therefore,What a wonderful game! Walks the tight rope of challenging yet easy depending on what you want out of it. Level design is perfect and very tight. Furthermore, the hidden material is totally optional too! I would take off a point because the second player should have had the option to be an alternative skin Kirby rather than a waddle dee, however, I did not get to test co-op. Therefore, this was a perfect game for me. Definitely going to check out future Kirby games after this one.… Expand
  60. smarty4
    Apr 11, 2022
    10
    My nine year old nephew says, " I like the fact that you can evolve abilities. The bosses
    create intensity within the player. Some of the treasure roads are hard, and some are fun. This game is immensely fun-fun."
  61. Adasc2906
    Apr 11, 2022
    9
    It's about time kirby jumps into 3d. This game is really charming and fun but it has two drawbacks. One is that the treasure road stages are not worth it (what i mean by that is they're not worth getting the best time on them since you only get 50 coins from them). Overall though i really recommend this game.
  62. giannis2001
    Apr 11, 2022
    8
    Amazing game! I really love the change to 3D perspective. The best feature in the new installment is the evolution of copy abilities. It makes the game way better and untio you finish it you still have copy abilities to wait for. If you like Kirby this game is a must-play.
  63. oasuke
    Apr 10, 2022
    10
    This feels like Kirby in 3D finally done right. A love child of Dreamland 3, SuperStar and Crystal shards all packed into one game. The OST is absolutely amazing and the gameplay is solid while also bringing new flavor. I have no complaints. This is a 10/10 game. If you're a Kirby fan, you will 100% enjoy this game. Buy it
  64. PsykoMutt
    Apr 10, 2022
    9
    An outstanding action platformer that feels as fun to explore as it does to master. Whether you want to play it chill, or put your nose to the grindstone, it can provide a satisfying experience, and will be a must play for fans of the pink puffball.
  65. untavolobello
    Apr 10, 2022
    9
    Fantastico!
    Questo è il mio primo gioco di Kirby.
    È iperdettagliato, con un stile grafico a tratti Cartoonesco e a tratti Davvero Realistico.
    Il Gioco se lo si vuole completare al 100% non sarà facile ma nemmeno troppo difficile.
    In questo gioco si vede che quelli della HAL non hanno voluto osare, però rimane lo stesso un giocond.
  66. Willerd_512
    Apr 9, 2022
    9
    Kirby and the forgotten land is good. It's memorable funny fun to play it hits all of the marks of being a good platformer and Kirby game. Although the game is great it's kind of forgettable in a sense they definitely played it safe with this game.
  67. Yurippe92
    Apr 9, 2022
    10
    It has been so long that I don't enjoy a kirby game like this one.
    Songs, stages, puzzles, everything in this game is perfect.
  68. BayFoundation00
    Apr 9, 2022
    10
    If you love Kirby or platformers than you will love this! Kirby's first 3d platformer feels so familiar, not in a bad way. Translating Kirby from 2d to 3d was flawless. I wish there were a few more copy abilities however some new mechanics more than make up for this, plus some of the abilities feel the best they ever have. This game is addicting and this games cuteness factor is throughIf you love Kirby or platformers than you will love this! Kirby's first 3d platformer feels so familiar, not in a bad way. Translating Kirby from 2d to 3d was flawless. I wish there were a few more copy abilities however some new mechanics more than make up for this, plus some of the abilities feel the best they ever have. This game is addicting and this games cuteness factor is through the roof. Thanks Hal Lab.… Expand
  69. cadez
    Apr 9, 2022
    10
    Best kirby game I’ve ever played and one of the best switch games of all time. So fun and so much to do. Imo it should be a 90+ but 85 is still decent. One of the biggest complaints about the game is that it’s short and while that may be true if you skim through the first 6 worlds, I’ve put 15 hours in so far and am still on the 7th world. There’s so much to do especially if you’re aBest kirby game I’ve ever played and one of the best switch games of all time. So fun and so much to do. Imo it should be a 90+ but 85 is still decent. One of the biggest complaints about the game is that it’s short and while that may be true if you skim through the first 6 worlds, I’ve put 15 hours in so far and am still on the 7th world. There’s so much to do especially if you’re a completionist like myself. The mini games are fun, upgrading all abilities is fun (still haven’t fully upgraded everything yet), the treasure road is fun, the main levels are fun, the colesseum Is fun, boss battles are fun, collecting mini figures is fun, collecting rare stones is fun and satisfying. I could go on. This is an amazing game and 100% worth the £38 I spent on it. I wouldn’t even mind spending £50 on it. Totally worth it. 10/10… Expand
  70. FlexosuarousRex
    Apr 9, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Kirby Forgotten Land is an excellent time. This is a no-brainer for Kirby fans, but also an excellent time to jump in for newcomers.

    The gameplay is tight and responsive, the guard/dodge mechanics and counterstriking feels really good to pull off, and the powers are varied enough to keep the gameplay from getting stale. The visuals are eye candy with beautifully designed levels that kept pushing me forward from start to finish.

    Another positive is that this game actually has some difficulty to it, especially if you are going for the target times in treasure road stages. The coliseum gets pretty difficult in the post game as well which is very welcome. I enjoy the easiness of Kirby games personally, but its nice to have some challenge towards the end.

    My favorite thing about this game is waddle dee town and, by far, upgrading abilities. I was so curious as to what the transformations were and how they would change my powers that I actually grinded colosseum matches for upgrade stars in order to unlock every upgrade as soon as I received their blueprints.

    I do have some complaints however. The first complaint is the pool of powers, its a bit disappointing that sleep got in and spark, laser, water, rod, wheel, or yo-yo didn't.
    My second complaint is that he colosseum is just a rehash of all the battles from the main story mixed into a small gauntlet, which IS cool. However, It would have been perfect for legacy battles not affiliated with the story to be used, such as kracko, dark matter, marx, magolor, the squeak squad, etc. It does feature a meta knight fight that doesn't occur in the story but other than that its pretty bland. And there's only 3 (as far as I can tell, I haven't 100% the game yet so maybe there's another) so if you use the colosseum to grind upgrade stars, it can get pretty boring pretty quickly.

    My final complaint is really minor - during some of the cutscenes there are 0 sound effects. There's no sound effects coming from the beasts dashing at Kirby early in the game or Kirby sucking up the car, for example. There is a music track playing over the scene, but I thought it was a strange choice not to include sound effects for the character actions in some of the scenes.

    This game oozes charm every step of the way and is an extremely polished and enjoyable experience. There's a lot of value here as well, I'm in the high 90% for file completion and have almost 30 hours played (your mileage may vary). This is definitely the most time I've spent on a Kirby game in a single playthrough. I encourage anyone with a switch to check this game out. if you are a fan of Nintendo or Kirby or just platformers in general, you will like this game.

    TLDR: This game is good, check it out if you can.    … Expand
  71. Skitzofreniq
    Apr 9, 2022
    10
    Probably the cutest game out on the Switch. At first I thought the game was too easy (even on the "harder" so called Wild Mode) but the challenge doesn't come from finishing the level, beating the bosses, etc. The challenge, if you want to call it that, is in getting all the objectives in a level.
    There are a lot of creative power-ups to collect and besides that the game looks beautiful too.
  72. RafaelKira
    Apr 8, 2022
    10
    Se existe algum significado para a palavra fofura, esse significado é Kirby and the Forgotten Land.
  73. Maugaran
    Apr 8, 2022
    2
    Boring Jump an Run with a cute little Ball. We need more RPG Elements like Mario Paper 1. This Game ist xtreme overrated.
  74. Rgc_7777_
    Apr 7, 2022
    9
    me gusta que sea sencillo y simple ya que atrae a otras personas a otros titulos de la saga
  75. ronswanson_
    Apr 7, 2022
    10
    Sublime art style, lot of charm, stupendous controls with great variety. Give it a try!
  76. poggomobile
    Apr 7, 2022
    10
    this is a really lovely and engaging game. put together by a very talented team of people. It's not just that everything just works, everything is really great. graphics, sound, gameplay, weapons and dynamics.. it's all fantastic. And it's got lots of levels, and they are all well thought out and playfully designed and generally lots of fun. My kids love this game so much. I think in time,this is a really lovely and engaging game. put together by a very talented team of people. It's not just that everything just works, everything is really great. graphics, sound, gameplay, weapons and dynamics.. it's all fantastic. And it's got lots of levels, and they are all well thought out and playfully designed and generally lots of fun. My kids love this game so much. I think in time, this is going to be one of the defining must have games of the switch console.… Expand
  77. Nopes
    Apr 6, 2022
    9
    As my first Kirby game, I would say it is excellent. Of course, I'm not sure how it fairs with other Kirby games, but as its own stand alone game I would recommend it. The aesthetic is great, for a game that is on the Switch, it looks great and the copy abilities along with Mouthful Mode allow for fun and creative level design. I also appreciate that the worlds aren't only just plains,As my first Kirby game, I would say it is excellent. Of course, I'm not sure how it fairs with other Kirby games, but as its own stand alone game I would recommend it. The aesthetic is great, for a game that is on the Switch, it looks great and the copy abilities along with Mouthful Mode allow for fun and creative level design. I also appreciate that the worlds aren't only just plains, beach, ice and dessert but rather add to them making it different from say the worlds in the NSMB games that are rather basic. My biggest complaint is that some of the copy abilities such as cutter, drill and needle I barely used unless necessary for a mission, mainly due to how they control and them just being not as good.… Expand
  78. Mooseny
    Apr 6, 2022
    10
    It brings me back to the days of Super Star Ultra, I'm so happy I decided to get this game.
  79. aliou
    Apr 6, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is the best Kirby game. Kirby is back with a bang, he is ready to step up to the throne along with Mario and Zelda. Kirby works so well in 3D, the controls are comparable to that of Mario Odyssey’s. The bosses are flawless, the story is amazing, the voices are fleshed and amazingly acted. This is my favorite game ever so, I’m kinda biased but, this deserves a 10/10… Expand
  80. Syhlcam
    Apr 6, 2022
    9
    Kirby et le Monde Oublié est un excellent jeu et un très bon départ pour la licence en 3D. Le jeu offre une aventure accessible à tous qui propose un défi qu’à la toute fin. Un jeu qui s’offrira donc aux jeunes joueurs, au peu expérimenté du genre, à ceux recherchant un jeu tranquille ou encore à ceux qui veulent initié quelqu'un au jeu vidéo.
    Surtout que le jeu ne tire pas sur la    Kirby et le Monde Oublié est un excellent jeu et un très bon départ pour la licence en 3D. Le jeu offre une aventure accessible à tous qui propose un défi qu’à la toute fin. Un jeu qui s’offrira donc aux jeunes joueurs, au peu expérimenté du genre, à ceux recherchant un jeu tranquille ou encore à ceux qui veulent initié quelqu'un au jeu vidéo.
    Surtout que le jeu ne tire pas sur la longueur. Néanmoins le jeu offre divers expériences via les pouvoirs améliorable ainsi qu’aux transformations bien pensée. Avec son univers coloré et avec parfois de très joli mise en scène accompagné d’une très bonne bande sonore, le jeu offre ainsi une belle aventure et de très bonne base pour des futurs jeux.

    Full test: Geek Experience    … Expand
  81. SuperkenGaming
    Apr 6, 2022
    8
    Great simple family friendly 3d platformer :)
    Wish there was more balance in the difficulty though
  82. BannerSiamang15
    Apr 6, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Love the game it's fantastic and all but I gotta ask, why did they make Dedede look like a club penguin.… Expand
  83. Raider10
    Apr 6, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Muy entretenido, ya sabemos las limitaciones de Switch, pero está muy bien.… Expand
  84. SamuraiEdgeplay
    Apr 5, 2022
    4
    I can't believe I'm writing this. I love Kirby games but the transition to full 3D movement was such a gigantic misstep on their part.

    1) Controls often don't register inputs and you're left wondering why attacks don't come out or your pipe isn't jumping. It happened so often I thought I was crazy. 2) The depth perception is really bizarre. So many times I would be running around and    I can't believe I'm writing this. I love Kirby games but the transition to full 3D movement was such a gigantic misstep on their part.

    1) Controls often don't register inputs and you're left wondering why attacks don't come out or your pipe isn't jumping. It happened so often I thought I was crazy.

    2) The depth perception is really bizarre. So many times I would be running around and just fall straight off platforms and alleys. It often felt uncomfortable or out of place. I'll call it my fault when it is, but this felt constantly strange.

    3) Someone had it out for the casual audience. Wild mode? Mostly fine. CBT-levels of time constraints for bonus coins? Well those are for masochists I guess. Usually Kirby games wait till post game to show their hand like this. Strict time constraints on treasure road stages that allow for at most one mistake no matter what? Guys what are you doing?

    It's visually cute, has Kirby charm, the setting is almost entirely forgettable with very plain stages... and yet I wanted to play through it until the above glaring issues became too unbearable. Even classic Kirby on the Gameboy didn't play this poorly. I'd love to see a successor for Kirby in full 3D, but if they don't iron these issues out they're doomed to consecutive failure.    … Expand
  85. Emz1105
    Apr 5, 2022
    10
    This is a game that was made we love. They did such a great job. The attention to detail is phenomenal. It's easy to play, but hard to master. Give it a shot!
  86. Bottie
    Apr 5, 2022
    9
    Finally a Kirby game again and above all finally a 3D Kirby game.
    The 3D gameplay is just wonderful for the first 3D Kirby and the graphics show how games can look on the switch, this is what Pokemon Legends Arceus could have looked like if only Game Freak had taken the time to do so.
    The only points of criticism in my eyes are the framerates of the opponents who are a bit further away,    Finally a Kirby game again and above all finally a 3D Kirby game.
    The 3D gameplay is just wonderful for the first 3D Kirby and the graphics show how games can look on the switch, this is what Pokemon Legends Arceus could have looked like if only Game Freak had taken the time to do so.
    The only points of criticism in my eyes are the framerates of the opponents who are a bit further away, but also the number of abilitys could have been a few more although they all play perfectly in 3D.
    But that doesn't stop it from being one of the best Kirby games out there    … Expand
  87. dharma
    Apr 4, 2022
    9
    Kirby and the Forgotten Land is the anti-thesis to Elden Ring. From the start, Kirby is the most powerful character in the game, and while it is clearly aimed for the young ones, the end game is actually pretty hard in comparison. Kudos of course for its move to 3-D ala Super Mario 3dWorld. It's about time that Kirby moved to from its 2D roots. Great addition is the Mouthful mode, whereKirby and the Forgotten Land is the anti-thesis to Elden Ring. From the start, Kirby is the most powerful character in the game, and while it is clearly aimed for the young ones, the end game is actually pretty hard in comparison. Kudos of course for its move to 3-D ala Super Mario 3dWorld. It's about time that Kirby moved to from its 2D roots. Great addition is the Mouthful mode, where Kirby can absorb items such as cars, traffic cone and the like for added gameplay elements. All in all, a great addition to the whole series.… Expand
  88. CEREAL_SoUp
    Apr 4, 2022
    10
    Best Kirby game yet, the co-op is good and the music is wonderful. The game play is really smooth, but it is a short game so if you like longer games keep that in mind, also it is not difficult so anyone can play it and despite the age rating I think all ages could play it. Plus if you have never played a Kirby game in your life you're, probably still gonna like it.
  89. David_GB
    Apr 4, 2022
    10
    The best Game that I have played in this year and this Game is in my top five games of all time List
  90. Cotexicu
    Apr 4, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Perfection
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  91. sonicpulsar
    Apr 4, 2022
    10
    Best Kirby game to date. Very creative and inventive, Fun to play even though it may be a bit easy for some, good exploration and side missions and the graphics are amazingly crisp both docked and handheld! 10/10
  92. Hylian
    Apr 4, 2022
    10
    Love this game great game for switch art and soundtrack are great recommend
  93. bonefish2000
    Apr 3, 2022
    9
    Love this game. It’s very inventive and I love finding all the secrets. It’s also an overdose of cuteness
  94. Resetto
    Apr 3, 2022
    10
    Ever since I finished Returns to Dreamland when I was little, I’ve always wanted a Kirby game that had that amount of charm and imagination. Well, now I have the kind of game that I’ve always wanted.
  95. onemorelevel_1
    Apr 3, 2022
    9
    It’s been at least a decade since I played a Kirby game. The last time I played, it was Kirby’s Epic Yarn on Wii -console. I love a good platformer and Kirby and the Forgotten Land promises to give that to me. Does this seventeenth installment of the series does any good?

    STORY, GAMEPLAY, CONTROLS, GRAPHICS, DIFFICULTY AND SOUND The story of the game is rather simple and easy;    It’s been at least a decade since I played a Kirby game. The last time I played, it was Kirby’s Epic Yarn on Wii -console. I love a good platformer and Kirby and the Forgotten Land promises to give that to me. Does this seventeenth installment of the series does any good?

    STORY, GAMEPLAY, CONTROLS, GRAPHICS, DIFFICULTY AND SOUND
    The story of the game is rather simple and easy; something horrible happens and Kirby got sucked into another reality. It is a post-apocalyptic world called the New World. His friends Waddle Dees are being kidnapped and a creature from the New World called, Elfilin, comes to help him. So, that’s the story of the game. The story is good, but I didn’t like how absent the storytelling was. It basically was told in the beginning and in the end-part of the game.

    The gameplay and controls were good and simple. The game is played by levels that are opened one by one. On every level Kirby must not just fight with the enemies, but also collect coins, collectables and hidden Waddle Dees. Waddle Dees are important because they open the final boss of every area. Player must collect certain amount of Waddle Dees, which was rather easy to do. I didn’t found myself in a situation where I must go back and collect more of them.

    Every level is well-designed and easy to maneuver in. Kirby can have about ten different weapons (one at time) and all those were good choices from the developers. Kirby can also use Mouthful Mode, which is a mode where he can transform into bigger object that also have moves he can use.

    Kirby and the Forgotten Land has a hub, called The Waddle Dee Town, area that can be grown and changed by the amount of Waddle Dees plyer collects. Throughout the gameplay I could open a fishing area, Kirby’s own home and shops where I could by items that I can use in the levels. Kirby could hold on to one item at once. I used the extra health, which came useful in the more demanding boss battles.

    All weapons are also upgradeable. Along the gameplay, player finds blueprints, that can be used to upgrade the weapons. This also helps alot in demanding boss battles. Before player can upgrade the weapons, they must do some extra stuff; player must finish time-limit levels that gives Rare stones that are used to upgrade. Kirby and the Forgottel Land is also co-op, yes it can be played with another player. I didn’t try this since I played this alone.

    Graphically Kirby and the Forgotten Land looks nice. It has smooth grpahics and beautiful colours. All the character models are well-designed and the level-design is amazing, as well. Every area was different than the previous and they all had certain style they followed.

    What comes to the difficulty level, I found the game to be rather easy, but some boss battles were crazy and I wouldn’t beaten them without an extra item and upgraded weapons.

    The sound in the game was amazing. All the soundtracks were quintessential Kirby what we are used to from the 90’s games. There is a band in the hub area, that plays all the music of the game. It was a nice add.

    FINAL THOUGHTS
    Kirby and the Forgotten Land is very good new Kirby game. It leans towards the easy-side, but the level design and the variety of the levels and the areas made it nice to play. All the extra things player can do and collect made the game very much worth the price.    … Expand
  96. Tikur
    Apr 3, 2022
    10
    This game is simply a big step forward for Kirby in every way.

    The new 3D environment is beautiful, colorful and a fun experience to explore. Mouthful mode is a cool new mechanic which is well and naturally implemented. However mouthful mode is not the only big change, when we are talking about gameplay mechanics. It was not so present in the trailers, but the feature, that you now    This game is simply a big step forward for Kirby in every way.

    The new 3D environment is beautiful, colorful and a fun experience to explore.
    Mouthful mode is a cool new mechanic which is well and naturally implemented.

    However mouthful mode is not the only big change, when we are talking about gameplay mechanics. It was not so present in the trailers, but the feature, that you now can upgrade your abilities is also a big step forward and keep a now almost 30 years old game mechanic fresh.

    So the gameplay itself is perfect and I never had so much fun with a Kirby game before.

    Furthermore Kirby was never so cute, so charming and thanks to Waddle Dee Town the world feels so alive, which is ironic when you play in a post apocalyptic world.

    All in all simply a great game and exact the big step forward the series needs.    … Expand
  97. TheSquiddy92
    Apr 3, 2022
    10
    The most fun I've had playing a Kirby game. A lot of thought and detail was put into it and the result is a wonderful, high level of polish. Every copy ability has some level of charm to them. From pencil shavings being displayed from using the upgraded version of the drill ability to Kirby visually ice skating. The 3D aspect is well done and first for the series. Reminds me of the 3DThe most fun I've had playing a Kirby game. A lot of thought and detail was put into it and the result is a wonderful, high level of polish. Every copy ability has some level of charm to them. From pencil shavings being displayed from using the upgraded version of the drill ability to Kirby visually ice skating. The 3D aspect is well done and first for the series. Reminds me of the 3D design of Mario without losing its identity as the Kirby games we all know and love. Feels like a monumental step for the series.… Expand
  98. Blackmastodon
    Apr 3, 2022
    9
    El mejor juego de kirby sin dudas, buenos gráficos, buena historia y sobre todo el gameplay es tan fluido. Gran pasó para kirby en las 3D
  99. Jahm03199
    Apr 2, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Beautiful Game one of the best if not the best in the whole saga for me this game is 10/10… Expand
  100. Steyraus
    Apr 2, 2022
    10
    A wonderfully fun and relaxing game, probally my favourite Kirby game to date.
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#23 Best Switch Game of 2022
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#5 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2022

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85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 135 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 127 out of 135
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 135
  3. Negative: 0 out of 135
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 29, 2024
    80
    The game obviously tries not to keep you needlessly long in a single level and is, as is traditional in the series, fairly accessible to players of all ages and abilities, so that it only asks for a challenge at specific moments. It's a shame that those great imaginative worlds and cool puzzles aren't used more. [Issue#319]
  2. KeenGamer
    Jan 17, 2023
    90
    Without a shadow of a doubt Kirby And The Forgotten Land is one of the best titles to have released in 2022. And one of the best on the Nintendo Switch. Offering bright, breezy, and downright fun gameplay all wrapped up with some brilliant and characterful levels and characters. However it may be too easy for the more hardcore gamer looking for a challenge.
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  3. GameMAG
    Dec 19, 2022
    90
    Kirby And The Forgotten Land is one of the most fun, polished and bright games this whole year, while also being a family-friendly title which is a big plus.
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