Kirby Star Allies

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7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 565 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 143 out of 565
  3. Negative: 73 out of 565
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  1. Marioboy
    Mar 31, 2018
    6
    Эта часть Kirby получилась довольно посредственной. Слишком сильная ориентация на ко-оп прохождение, играть одному быстро наскучивает. Малое количество миров и уровней. Однообразные и повторяющиеся локации. Игра получилась слишком линейной даже по меркам Kirby игр. Новые механики никак не разнообразят привычный геимплей данной серии и не делают его интересней. В игре отсутствует хотьЭта часть Kirby получилась довольно посредственной. Слишком сильная ориентация на ко-оп прохождение, играть одному быстро наскучивает. Малое количество миров и уровней. Однообразные и повторяющиеся локации. Игра получилась слишком линейной даже по меркам Kirby игр. Новые механики никак не разнообразят привычный геимплей данной серии и не делают его интересней. В игре отсутствует хоть какой то челлендж , она разработана и рассчитана для самых юных игроков, а опытным геймерам любящим сложные и разнообразные 2D платформеры здесь делать нечего. Если вы собираетесь играть в одиночку, обратите лучше внимание на две отличные игры этой серии на Nintendo 3DS.… Expand
  2. TheRedHood1
    Jul 23, 2018
    7
    Kirby star allies is a good game but it is very flawed
    Positves
    1. Its a very good looking game 2. The games itself is fun and enjoyable 3. I really like the allie mechanic 4. The abilitiesare fun to use 5. I really like the boss rush mode 6. The multiplayer was really fun to play Negatives 1. The game is way too short 2. The game is too easy 3. The bonus modes are ok 4. The    Kirby star allies is a good game but it is very flawed
    Positves
    1. Its a very good looking game
    2. The games itself is fun and enjoyable
    3. I really like the allie mechanic
    4. The abilitiesare fun to use
    5. I really like the boss rush mode
    6. The multiplayer was really fun to play

    Negatives
    1. The game is way too short
    2. The game is too easy
    3. The bonus modes are ok
    4. The games started to get old towards the end    … Expand
  3. mrcnx
    May 6, 2018
    8
    Great game, lovely visiuals cool gimmick but it's too slowpased for my taste and yes it's too easy. But with 4 this is a great co-op game
  4. Steff86
    Jun 20, 2018
    1
    Absolute trash! Nintendo need to some new ideas as they're failing! The Switch is dying already
  5. leetl1
    Mar 4, 2019
    6
    A disappointing Kirby game. The levels are boring and the game is really short. The game plays it too safe and is way too easy (even for Kirby standards). The content is also lacking. The DLC is cool, but isn't enough to satisfy me. It's just a few characters and a short new mode. I'd even take NSMB U DX over this game. At least that game was decently challenging, had better level design,A disappointing Kirby game. The levels are boring and the game is really short. The game plays it too safe and is way too easy (even for Kirby standards). The content is also lacking. The DLC is cool, but isn't enough to satisfy me. It's just a few characters and a short new mode. I'd even take NSMB U DX over this game. At least that game was decently challenging, had better level design, and more content.… Expand
  6. Ikereviews1
    May 24, 2023
    7
    A fun kirby game the problem is the story is very short can be beaten in 4 hours but still fun
  7. vnsns
    Oct 11, 2019
    4
    I love the Kirby series, but this game really wasn’t very good compared to the rest. The levels are very easy, and the game is centered around a multiplayer type of game only. While it can be played in single player, the only way to get the full value out of the game is with other people playing with you. Because of this new aspect, the levels are also considerably easier then those ofI love the Kirby series, but this game really wasn’t very good compared to the rest. The levels are very easy, and the game is centered around a multiplayer type of game only. While it can be played in single player, the only way to get the full value out of the game is with other people playing with you. Because of this new aspect, the levels are also considerably easier then those of past games. Being a multiplayer centered game, it takes away what I love the most about Kirby games, just being able to pick it up and play whenever you want (unless you were playing on a home console, but isn’t a barrier of any sort for the switch.) Overall, I think Nintendo and HAL could’ve done a lot better with this game, and I hope the next Kirby game isn’t as disappointing.… Expand
  8. ragnarokandroll
    Nov 17, 2019
    4
    This game had a lot of potential but somehow misses the mark. I can summarize the experience pretty quickly. Move around an over-world map to select levels, enter the levels to gain co-operative players, things move around fast, level ends, and repeat. The feeling of this game as I played it was, "What's the point?" It didn't feel engaging and didn't draw me in to keep playing it.
  9. SimonHofling
    Nov 24, 2021
    6
    I guess this is an OK game to play casually with your younger children. Having played several Kirby games however I feel like this time it has degraded into a mindfless button mashing and there's simply too much going on on the screen all the time. In my opinion "return to dreamland" was the best Kirby experience. This game doesn't add anything of value and as I said all you do is mashI guess this is an OK game to play casually with your younger children. Having played several Kirby games however I feel like this time it has degraded into a mindfless button mashing and there's simply too much going on on the screen all the time. In my opinion "return to dreamland" was the best Kirby experience. This game doesn't add anything of value and as I said all you do is mash buttons on a busy screen where you can't make out what's going on.… Expand
  10. livelovelaugh22
    Apr 18, 2020
    4
    This game had so much bad and not enough good. I will start with the bad. The game is so, so easy. I had no trouble beating it. The game was also stupidly short, too. I beat story mode in 3 hours. Maybe less. The game was easy, short, a bit boring, and lacked motivation to beat it.
    However, the game has stunning visuals, and smooth, not fun gameplay.
    Overall, a recycled video game that    This game had so much bad and not enough good. I will start with the bad. The game is so, so easy. I had no trouble beating it. The game was also stupidly short, too. I beat story mode in 3 hours. Maybe less. The game was easy, short, a bit boring, and lacked motivation to beat it.
    However, the game has stunning visuals, and smooth, not fun gameplay.
    Overall, a recycled video game that was overpriced and should be 20 bucks on the 3DS.    … Expand
  11. bancandrei
    May 24, 2020
    7
    Energetic and fun, if they would focus more on the fun or some competitive gameplay this formula could be a great party game. It feels more fresh than pretty much all the platformers coming out. But since it is similar to other kirby games, it is a bit overpriced
  12. SlowManual
    Jun 9, 2020
    2
    I bought this game primarily because of the easy difficulty and 3 player co-op to play with my kids... but can we talk about the ridiculous loading screens? Feels like you play for 1 minute and then watch a loading screen for 20 seconds. Completely ruins the flow of the game... I really don't understand how this has such a high user score, it's just not enjoyable to play - even for myI bought this game primarily because of the easy difficulty and 3 player co-op to play with my kids... but can we talk about the ridiculous loading screens? Feels like you play for 1 minute and then watch a loading screen for 20 seconds. Completely ruins the flow of the game... I really don't understand how this has such a high user score, it's just not enjoyable to play - even for my kids, and that's a pretty low bar.… Expand
  13. TheDesolatorGun
    Nov 6, 2020
    0
    The AI in this game is literally braindead. It just stays there and looks at you while you die and does not use the healing abilities at all. At most bosses the team of 3 AIs stays in a corner and watches you fight the boss alone.
    This makes the endgame levels practically impossible to do alone, you need a couple of friends that are capable of pressing literally a single button when it    The AI in this game is literally braindead. It just stays there and looks at you while you die and does not use the healing abilities at all. At most bosses the team of 3 AIs stays in a corner and watches you fight the boss alone.
    This makes the endgame levels practically impossible to do alone, you need a couple of friends that are capable of pressing literally a single button when it counts. The AI can't even do that.

    For the later smelter dificulties and the heroes in another dimension, it becomes imbecilic and frustrating so much you'd probably smash your console, when you're about to die and you look at that Chef AI smiling in your face NOT using the healing ability.

    ZERO score.    … Expand
  14. alan2pc
    Oct 15, 2020
    5
    Look, this game presents no challenge, as another reviewer pointed out. One player is very boring. If it was a game for just me, I’d probably give it a 2/10. However it is very accessible to young kids and fun playing multiplayer. I’d give it 8/10 for young kids. How much time you put into this game, will depend I guess on your kids interest, and your interest in playing it to makeLook, this game presents no challenge, as another reviewer pointed out. One player is very boring. If it was a game for just me, I’d probably give it a 2/10. However it is very accessible to young kids and fun playing multiplayer. I’d give it 8/10 for young kids. How much time you put into this game, will depend I guess on your kids interest, and your interest in playing it to make them happy, because you won’t get much out of it. I’ll split the difference in the 2 ratings I gave and give it a 5/10....an expensive game only young kids will enjoy.… Expand
  15. MaddoxWhite
    Apr 24, 2021
    7
    Disappointing, I guess. Kirby games are slowly turning into New Super Mario Bros in terms of repetition.
  16. JoeyPL5
    Nov 16, 2021
    5
    I'm no Kirby fan but it can't be a good sign if the mini-games are more fun than the actual base game. The sprite work and animation are good but the controls are so sluggish and the difficulty is non-existent. If there is literally no challenge at all, what is the point of playing besides looking at the colorful visuals?
  17. Fireyoshi779
    Nov 25, 2021
    4
    Too easy because the bosses are very easy if you have 3 friends by your side and make the levels more easier than your avrage kirby game.It's like as if you took the 3ds games,triple deluxe and robobot and took all the creativity and replace the cool gimmicks with a boring one.But it does look pretty and i'll give them that.
  18. Lil_Caucasian
    Jan 29, 2022
    7
    Fun Kirby game, but needs more options and content. Also, even for a Kirby game the difficulty level is painfully low.
  19. tigersfun
    Jun 20, 2022
    4
    It isn’t bad game. But it’s too short. It only took me four hours to clear the main story.
  20. sloomo
    Dec 13, 2022
    1
    It’s pretty but oh so boring. Don’t buy this. If you really want a Kirby game then but Forgotten Land. That is heaps better than this.
  21. KacplayerX
    Apr 3, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The AI in this game is literally braindead. It just stays there and looks at you while you die and does not use the healing abilities at all.

    For the later dificulties it becomes imbecilic and frustrating so much you'd probably smash your console, when you're about to die and you look at that Chef AI smiling in your face NOT using the healing ability. I think if they deleted these AI's gameplay would be way better.    … Expand
  22. TheNapol
    Apr 19, 2023
    5
    This game was just alright. The game is really easy, which I would forgive for a kirby game, but it really feels like an unmemorable kirby game. It was also just kinda boring and the gimmick also felt annoying because the friends just kill everyone and keeps you from getting your own ability. The abilities were cool and the guest friends were cool, but other than that, this game was reallyThis game was just alright. The game is really easy, which I would forgive for a kirby game, but it really feels like an unmemorable kirby game. It was also just kinda boring and the gimmick also felt annoying because the friends just kill everyone and keeps you from getting your own ability. The abilities were cool and the guest friends were cool, but other than that, this game was really disappointing.… Expand
  23. Cakiws
    Apr 30, 2023
    7
    Is a funny little game, but is some kind repetitive, the game bring the concept of friendship, it would be cool if I don't have to see the same scene a bunch of times each time the player combine their power with their friends.
  24. gietergeit
    May 15, 2023
    7
    the story is boring but I have a soft spot for multiplayer. and the other side modes are fine.
  25. Malooga
    May 29, 2018
    7
    *TIME SAVER REVIEW (Nintendo nostalgia goggles removed)*

    Gameplay - very reminiscent of the new Rayman formula but with a Lost Vikings twist. You swap between usable characters with differing powers (absorbed using Kirby's patented eating disorder), in order to solve puzzles and progress the levels. Hidden characters, levels and unlocks are plentiful. Graphics - Very crisp and    *TIME SAVER REVIEW (Nintendo nostalgia goggles removed)*

    Gameplay - very reminiscent of the new Rayman formula but with a Lost Vikings twist. You swap between usable characters with differing powers (absorbed using Kirby's patented eating disorder), in order to solve puzzles and progress the levels. Hidden characters, levels and unlocks are plentiful.

    Graphics - Very crisp and vibrant, as Kirby fans have come to expect and again reminiscent of the Rayman vibe. Effects are handled wonderfully, with chaos ensuing often on-screen and no dip in frame rate.

    Sound - Meh. It's the typical Nintendo soundtrack, lots of chimes and happy crescendo's. Nothing really standout here, suffice to say it does the job.

    Other - I am a sucker for the Nintendo couch co-op experiences, they do them so well. That said, the game suffers a bit when playing solo, it was clearly designed with cooperative play in mind.

    Verdict - Not a bad entry for Kirby on Switch by any means. A little unimaginative, the story is bland and the difficulty doesn't really see any kind of spike until late game (like most Nintendo platformers). Overall a worthy pick-up if you love the franchise or are looking for something fun to play with a friend. Otherwise it may be worth waiting for a sale, or looking for a deal. 7/10    … Expand
  26. MistahJuicyBoy
    Feb 4, 2019
    5
    As a Kirby fan, this game is a massive disappointment. While other developers are taking great strides and innovating when bringing their IPs to the Switch, HAL just... got lazy? The level design is incredibly linear and devoid of difficulty. The fundamental friend mechanic breaks the game. The game essentially plays itself. I tried imposing artificial difficulty by not using the friendAs a Kirby fan, this game is a massive disappointment. While other developers are taking great strides and innovating when bringing their IPs to the Switch, HAL just... got lazy? The level design is incredibly linear and devoid of difficulty. The fundamental friend mechanic breaks the game. The game essentially plays itself. I tried imposing artificial difficulty by not using the friend mechanic, but it the game forces its use on multiple occasions, making the build up and dismissal of friends really tedious. The DLC adds some more characters and a harder difficulty, but I haven't brought myself to play it yet.

    By far the worst Kirby game in modern times, possibly of all time.    … Expand
  27. Brandondwn
    Jul 3, 2018
    6
    This game is very cute and VERY kid friendly, so for that I give it a 10 hands down. Now... for people who grew up with the series, not so much. It's a very pretty game and is fun, but after about 2 hours its pretty much the same thing ive done in slightly better HD. I don't think this is worth more than $30.00. It's short and incredibly simple. They need a mode for people who are muchThis game is very cute and VERY kid friendly, so for that I give it a 10 hands down. Now... for people who grew up with the series, not so much. It's a very pretty game and is fun, but after about 2 hours its pretty much the same thing ive done in slightly better HD. I don't think this is worth more than $30.00. It's short and incredibly simple. They need a mode for people who are much more experienced. Parents of young kids, get this game on sale and pull up a chair for co op.… Expand
  28. TobiasKen
    Jun 18, 2018
    7
    Kirby Star Allies is an incredibly fun game to play with friends or family. It's definitely better than a lot of other games out there, however the game has a few fatal shortcomings.

    A: Music/Sounds The music in this game is very similar to other entries in the Kirby franchise - pretty darn good. Some tracks feel like they've been re-used a few too many times over the years, but    Kirby Star Allies is an incredibly fun game to play with friends or family. It's definitely better than a lot of other games out there, however the game has a few fatal shortcomings.

    A: Music/Sounds

    The music in this game is very similar to other entries in the Kirby franchise - pretty darn good. Some tracks feel like they've been re-used a few too many times over the years, but overall the music is relatively memorable and on-par to other games in the franchise.

    As for sounds - well, Kirby games aren't really the type of games to need such incredible sounds - let's just put it that way.

    7/10 - Good music, but really just feels like almost the same music as all of the other Kirby games. Sounds get the point across.

    B: Graphics

    The graphics in this Kirby game are better than any other in the franchise. I'm glad that they've actually come back to making a Kirby game with a 'proper' art style, instead of the clay/yarn aesthetic they've been using. The graphics and art style of the levels throughout the game certainly give off a Kirby charm.

    10/10 - Good art style, perfect graphics for a Kirby game.

    C: Gameplay

    The gameplay in this game is extremely reminiscent of other Kirby titles. The mode selection is also very similar to other games in the series, containing the main story, a few mini-games, and the boss-rush/helper to hero modes.

    The main story is very fun if played with friends. The final boss in particular is very fun and different to the conventional Kirby format - an extremely welcome addition. I'm not going to give out spoilers, so you're going to have to play the game yourself/see someone else play it to find out what exactly that is.

    The mini-games are really just extra fluff to the game - it's easy to blow through all of the difficulties in the two mini-games which Kirby Star Allies gives you and be done within 15 minutes. I personally don't even see why they added these mini-games, perhaps it was to make it seem like there's more content than there truly is?

    The Helper-To-Hero mode is fun - for a while. When I played through it, it took roughly two hours in total to complete the first time around. Essentially Helper-To-Hero mode is just replaying the main story levels throughout the game, but instead you play as an enemy/other NPC instead of Kirby. This is fun to play through once, but once you've beaten it, it feels very, very repetitive to play through again with another character - there simply isn't enough variation for me to go through this two hour mode with every single character.

    The Boss Rush mode is a nice addition to the game, and is pretty much a staple to the franchise at this point. The difficulty slider is especially nice, but even at the highest difficulty I still managed to beat it on my second attempt - despite it being only my second attempt, this is still the most difficult thing in the game.

    Overall, there are two main gripes with the gameplay:

    Where is the content? I managed to 100% the game in 15 hours - this is minimal in comparison to other games. I understand Kirby games are short, but this feels like on a whole other level - especially with the price tag.

    Where is the difficulty? This game is incredibly easy. I also understand that most Kirby games are easy, but I kind of wish that they had a difficulty slider for the main game as well as the Boss Rush mode, because it's incredibly difficult to actually die in the main game. I believe in my 15 hours of gametime I only died once or twice, and that was because I fell off of a cliff accidentally.

    It's a shame that those gripes are there, because underneath those issues this game is very fun, especially to play with friends. It's no Breath of the Wild of the Kirby franchise, but it's definitely super fun. On your own though, I feel as if it could get a little stale.

    5/10 - Fun gameplay with friends, rather boring when playing alone. The game is also too easy and too short.

    D: Story

    The story in Kirby games are always those 'sweet and innocent' on the outside, but 'dark and mysterious' on the inside types. That's no exception here, with the main villain in the game being incredibly... bizarre, with very strange motives. I'm not going to go into too much detail, because to be honest I haven't done too much deep reading into this story - but it's interesting.

    It's nice to see the ways that all of the plots in Kirby games are connected to one another. I wonder how the story will affect the Kirby universe in the next game?

    If you're not interested into looking too much into it, then it's your regular old save Dreamland plot from a crazy bad guy looking to revive some beast.

    9/10 - A surprisingly dark story, despite the positive atmosphere for the most part. A little hard to wrap your head around if you don't look too much into it.

    So, in conclusion, this game gets a 7/10. It's very fun with friends, but is severely lacking in terms of content/difficulty.    … Expand
  29. CDizzness
    Jul 30, 2020
    9
    This game is amazing! I love that it feels somewhat challenging yet not too bad at the same time. Veterans will want more of a challenge but I don't mind it's simplistic nature. The graphics are gorgeous, the levels are fun, the frame rate is solid and if you have a friend who wants to get into gaming and enjoys a cutesy type games, this is a good entry level. I love anything Kirby, so toThis game is amazing! I love that it feels somewhat challenging yet not too bad at the same time. Veterans will want more of a challenge but I don't mind it's simplistic nature. The graphics are gorgeous, the levels are fun, the frame rate is solid and if you have a friend who wants to get into gaming and enjoys a cutesy type games, this is a good entry level. I love anything Kirby, so to have a game made specifically for the Switch makes me so happy! I 100% recommend this game.… Expand
  30. RobertTheGreat
    May 3, 2020
    9
    Kirby Games Never Get Old! And Kirby Star Allies Never Ceases To Amaze Me! A Kirby Game For The Switch Was What I Wanted!
  31. Zurce
    Jun 6, 2018
    5
    Trabajado en algunos aspectos pero con un diseño de niveles poco inspirado y un desafió nulo en el modo historia.
  32. weskergamer
    Apr 15, 2018
    5
    El juego essu[per ddivertido pero solo si juegass multijugador, porq se vuelve mucha mas facil incluso cuando kirby es una saga q ultimamente es bastante facil. Lo disenos de nivele no son nada originales, muy pareccidos, por no decir identicos alos del return to dreamland de wii. Creo q como mismo paso con Mario, zelda y GOW, kirby necesita innovarse y volver a impresionar.
  33. Rstiles7
    Jun 10, 2018
    6
    Extremely underwhelming game, in fact, it's so underwhelming that I have very little to say about this game. Well, let me do my best to give a full review.

    Kirby Star Allies lacks just about everything that makes Kirby games fun: imagination, level design, charm, and worst of all, fun. The game really isn't fun because the game is so easy that you can beat it with your eyes closed. Now,    Extremely underwhelming game, in fact, it's so underwhelming that I have very little to say about this game. Well, let me do my best to give a full review.

    Kirby Star Allies lacks just about everything that makes Kirby games fun: imagination, level design, charm, and worst of all, fun. The game really isn't fun because the game is so easy that you can beat it with your eyes closed. Now, Kirby games have never been difficult, but you always did have to actively try in order to beat the game, but not here, as many levels could be beaten with your eyes closed. But also, the levels lack creativity and charm, as they are very uninspired and generic. All of the levels feel like a massive step back from previous titles such as Return to Dreamland and Planet Robobot.

    Now, the game isn't all bad, as the game be somewhat fun at times, and I'm sure that the multiplayer helps to enhance the experience. In addition, there are quite a few different modes to play, which helps add in some variety. Finally, the ability to combine copy abilities was a great addition that helped add in a little creativity.

    Honestly, I recommend you skip this game, and I definitely don't recommend spending $60 on it. If you are really interested in trying it out, wait for a sale or price drop, but otherwise don't bother with this game, it really isn't anything special.    … Expand
  34. Kosama
    Apr 18, 2018
    6
    Está bien hecho, pero es extremadamente aburrido.
    El juego tiene un target de niños de 4 a 10.
    Es muy lineal, plataformas que se pueden pasar dormido la mitad del tiempo, igual los puzzles y en el único momento en que se hace un poco mas internaste es después de pasarlo pero te aburres en pensar en volver.
  35. Arma15
    Jul 12, 2018
    5
    Honestly it’s one of the worst Kirby games I’ve ever played and I’ve played almost all of them. It became super girly-child made, I can’t stand watching badasses like meta knight or dedede that we’re nice evil bosses throwing hearts drestoying their characters. The game is really easy, no challenge at all, really lineal and straight forward. It took me seriously months to finish because IHonestly it’s one of the worst Kirby games I’ve ever played and I’ve played almost all of them. It became super girly-child made, I can’t stand watching badasses like meta knight or dedede that we’re nice evil bosses throwing hearts drestoying their characters. The game is really easy, no challenge at all, really lineal and straight forward. It took me seriously months to finish because I really didn’t feel like playing,it while you can end it really fast while losing 5 lives tops. I really miss challenging games in Nintendo.… Expand
  36. rooneyback
    Apr 23, 2018
    8
    Kirby star alies is a solid game in the series but it is still a good game in it's own rights
  37. mrswitch2687
    May 6, 2018
    6
    An okay Kirby game. Very easy almost to the point where the game is tedious. The gameplay is still enjoyable and adding the friend characters into the game is nice but in turn, this actually makes an already easy game, even easier. The bosses are slightly harder than the levels although the difference is minimal. If you are buying for a child, perhaps their first game, I 100% recommendAn okay Kirby game. Very easy almost to the point where the game is tedious. The gameplay is still enjoyable and adding the friend characters into the game is nice but in turn, this actually makes an already easy game, even easier. The bosses are slightly harder than the levels although the difference is minimal. If you are buying for a child, perhaps their first game, I 100% recommend this- otherwise, you may find yourself bored. It is pretty mind you...… Expand
  38. Raxumotra
    Jun 1, 2018
    9
    Its another kirby. Its beautiful well made. And a few new powers not much we can ask from a classic. This is still a must play.
  39. Kallenovsky
    Jan 18, 2019
    8
    Kirby Star Allies is a fun and relaxing game to play through with friends and family, or even solo. Its colorful visuals, incredible soundtrack, and attention to detail will astound fans of the pink puffball as well as some newcomers. However, it must be known that Kirby games are generally not known for their difficulty. These games are meant to be enjoyed a different way.

    However, I    Kirby Star Allies is a fun and relaxing game to play through with friends and family, or even solo. Its colorful visuals, incredible soundtrack, and attention to detail will astound fans of the pink puffball as well as some newcomers. However, it must be known that Kirby games are generally not known for their difficulty. These games are meant to be enjoyed a different way.

    However, I only had the chance to play this game with the recent updates, which of course includes the museum to add characters like DeDeDe, Meta Knight, and past superstars to your team. While there are other newly added features as well, had I not had them at the beginning I think I would have been a bit disappointed with the game. Some of the new mechanics are interesting like buddy team ups and elemental weapon upgrades, but this is not enough content to release the game at a $60 price tag. That said, these new and free updates have picked this game up to the level expected of a a full-fledged Kirby title.

    I certainly think Kirby Star Allies has received some warranted as well as unnecessary criticism, but the fact still remains that this is a game worth your time, especially if you're an old school Kirby fan. Enjoy playing through the fantastic visuals and please, please, please take the time to truly enjoy the soundtrack.    … Expand
  40. whoischarlotte
    Apr 6, 2018
    8
    This game is very obviously aimed at younger children with the simplistic levels and gameplay. That being said, it's still very enjoyable, especially when playing with a friend.
  41. arh3399
    Apr 22, 2018
    7
    This is a solid Kirby experience. I like the new mechanic with befriending enemies to then mix your powers together to solve different puzzles. The game is easy, but so is every kirby game. My main problem is how short it is for being a full priced game. It took me less then 10 hours to beat every stage, including the hidden ones, and the final boss. I wouldn't recommend buying it forThis is a solid Kirby experience. I like the new mechanic with befriending enemies to then mix your powers together to solve different puzzles. The game is easy, but so is every kirby game. My main problem is how short it is for being a full priced game. It took me less then 10 hours to beat every stage, including the hidden ones, and the final boss. I wouldn't recommend buying it for the full $60, but if its on sale for 40 or less then its a fun game worth playing.… Expand
  42. Kick454
    Apr 19, 2018
    8
    A REALLY fun and charming Switch game, and looks better than a certain game that released after it (*cough* Detective Pikachu *cough*). But it's held back by some pretty big flaws.

    Pros: + Presentation: NEARLY perfect. + Soundtrack: AMAZING! But then again, Kirby always has top notch soundtracks. + Graphics: ...Why does Kirby have such great graphics? + Game Modes: Story Mode was    A REALLY fun and charming Switch game, and looks better than a certain game that released after it (*cough* Detective Pikachu *cough*). But it's held back by some pretty big flaws.

    Pros:
    + Presentation: NEARLY perfect.
    + Soundtrack: AMAZING! But then again, Kirby always has top notch soundtracks.
    + Graphics: ...Why does Kirby have such great graphics?
    + Game Modes: Story Mode was pretty fun, the minigames were good, and the post-game modes were amazing.
    + Story: I mean, it's not the best (obviously), but for a platformer, it's pretty good.

    Bad:
    - Difficulty: Oh wow, a Mario Odyssey fan complains about a game being too easy! Hahaha! No. Unlike Odyssey, I put almost no effort into the story mode. If it wasn't for co-op and a certain post-game challenge, it would be a WAY too easy game.
    - Length of Story Mode: As much as I liked the Story in the game, it was just way too short for me. That combined with the lack of difficulty puts this game down a bit.

    Overall, Kirby Star Allies warrants an 8.7/10 from me. A great, yet flawed return to console for Kirby. (Also, I forgot to mention this was the first Kirby I've played since Super Star Ultra.)    … Expand
  43. Hugman
    Jun 1, 2018
    8
    Kirby Star Allies adorably comes into the Nintendo Switch collection. Despite its lack of story and its sadly quiet amount of story mode levels, Kirby fits between the major titles of the consoles with its incredible visual impression. The new allies AI are very nice to play with, but sometimes they bothered me by not doing the exact power combination I want. And in some levels, it seemsKirby Star Allies adorably comes into the Nintendo Switch collection. Despite its lack of story and its sadly quiet amount of story mode levels, Kirby fits between the major titles of the consoles with its incredible visual impression. The new allies AI are very nice to play with, but sometimes they bothered me by not doing the exact power combination I want. And in some levels, it seems that they do all the job and you're just here to wait for them to finish and get the collectibles, tiny bad point there. Even tho, the stages are pretty well done and the puzzles are maybe a little bit too easy.

    The other "arena mode" have always been here and feel the same as always: too easy at first, frustrating in the end, but you're not forced to play it (not for the 100%...). The Let's Go Allies thing mode (don't remember how you call that) seems pretty cool and challenging for casual players and hardcore gamers. The tiny mini-games are fun for 2 games and then... I don't think I would go in these things to play with friends or even to have personal fun.

    And yeah, playing those dream friends (such as Marx!) is a very pleasant experience if you're a long-time Kirby fan. And like we've seen in Super Mario Odyssey, common updates are always a new satisfaction for those Kirby fans (I mean, they're all epic!).    … Expand
  44. ShadowJediTank
    May 17, 2018
    9
    Kirby was my first ever game, so it takes a special place in my heart. The nostalgic bosses and gameplay combined with the new bosses, friend heart, and controls have been once again perfected by Nintendo. Despite having a short campaign, there is lots to do to challenge oneself and get true 100% completion(including the pictures). Since the computers can be extremely dumb when controlled,Kirby was my first ever game, so it takes a special place in my heart. The nostalgic bosses and gameplay combined with the new bosses, friend heart, and controls have been once again perfected by Nintendo. Despite having a short campaign, there is lots to do to challenge oneself and get true 100% completion(including the pictures). Since the computers can be extremely dumb when controlled, it loses 0.5 points. It loses another 0.5 points because the series has more potential. However, that does not dismiss the true value contained in this great game.… Expand
  45. Robloxfan27
    Mar 19, 2018
    8
    Kirby Star Allies is a fun little game which expands on the multiplayer of Kirby games. But I feel it could have been so much more. The linear path of the game makes it fall a bit. It also was a bit short and I found myself ignoring my friends half of the time. But the game was just so much fun. I enjoyed every second and the multiplayer was fun. I enjoyed it all the way through and theKirby Star Allies is a fun little game which expands on the multiplayer of Kirby games. But I feel it could have been so much more. The linear path of the game makes it fall a bit. It also was a bit short and I found myself ignoring my friends half of the time. But the game was just so much fun. I enjoyed every second and the multiplayer was fun. I enjoyed it all the way through and the final boss was a kick. And it’s already the fourth day and I’ve 100% it. Even though the game is conceptually easy (until the ultimate choice) it was still a blast.… Expand
  46. MPReviews
    Feb 18, 2019
    7
    Pros:

    -Looks gorgeous -Character designs and animations are very cute. -Good music -Controls are smooth -Gameplay is still really fun -The updates make this game the ultimate fan service for Kirby fans. -The extra modes are pretty fun. Cons: -Story campaign is very short. -The game is very easy, even for Kirby standards. -Level designs are a bit generic    Pros:

    -Looks gorgeous

    -Character designs and animations are very cute.

    -Good music

    -Controls are smooth

    -Gameplay is still really fun

    -The updates make this game the ultimate fan service for Kirby fans.

    -The extra modes are pretty fun.

    Cons:

    -Story campaign is very short.

    -The game is very easy, even for Kirby standards.

    -Level designs are a bit generic

    -The game doesn’t offer much outside of the fan service, most of which wasn’t even added until after the patches.

    Final verdict: I had a lot of fun with this game, but it is a very safe Kirby game, not taking many risks and relying a fair amount on fan service. Still, die hards will get a lot of enjoyment from the fan service, and even newcomers or just casual Kirby fans should find some fun with this one. 7/10    … Expand
  47. meloninja
    Mar 19, 2018
    8
    Kirby Star Allies definitely is not the best of the Kirby series, but if you are a Kirby fan and own a Switch, I would still pick it up. I just wish the game was longer and had more difficulty to justify its $60 price tag.
  48. MrSolomon
    Mar 19, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It follows what you expect of a Kirby game pretty well. It starts fairly easy in terms of levels and puzzles but over time escalates. With the maximum difficulty being the optional content after the main campaign.

    Single players will be relieved to know the partner AI is rather intelligent and can recognize when their abilities are used for something specific. However Co-op may be where you prefer if you wish to solve puzzles on your own. Be sure to turn hints off in the options menu.

    The focus on mix-matching elements and abilities leads to a process of creatively solving puzzles in different ways as well as gives way to making best combinations of partners.

    The bosses are an excellent mix of old and new. I love the generals designs and element themes and the main villain Hyness is hilarious if you remembered Zant's craziness from Zelda; Twilight Princess. Older bosses like Dedede and Meta Knight have new tricks as well. The final boss himself is a classic Kirby trope of something intimidating and admittedly creepy in some aspects. But the fight itself is incredible, mixing regular bossfight gameplay with a type of vehicle shooter.

    The post-main story has two modes, a partner's only run through of the story levels with a unique final boss and the Kirby main-series staple; An Arena Mode boss rush. The Arena does a new decision of difficulty selection with a hidden *True Arena" at it's max difficulty.

    My one and really only gripe is the abundance of extra lives. You can easily hit 100+ with just a normal playthrough if you're experienced in Kirby games even with a few occasional deaths. You can also point out the simplicity of solo mode when the AI for partners is pretty smart.

    The game is still a fun time. Definitely recommend this for either single player or co-op experience.    … Expand
  49. RuCKFoGeRS
    Apr 8, 2018
    8
    I actually liked 80% of the game... hence 8/10. The "game", the levels themselves were well-balanced I thought. Some were super easy but others were moderate to hard (the final bosses).

    At first, I thought the game was too short, I finished it in a weekend. But then I noticed I didn't find all the major puzzle pieces or all the buttons. I did that over this weekend, So I got 24+ hours    I actually liked 80% of the game... hence 8/10. The "game", the levels themselves were well-balanced I thought. Some were super easy but others were moderate to hard (the final bosses).

    At first, I thought the game was too short, I finished it in a weekend. But then I noticed I didn't find all the major puzzle pieces or all the buttons. I did that over this weekend, So I got 24+ hours of gameplay out of it.

    What I DISLIKE about the game is the final round. Kirby is so cute and then he has to fight demons. Like 20 minutes of them. I don't get it.    … Expand
  50. joecifer
    Mar 22, 2018
    5
    I would like this game a lot more if it wasn't so short. You can beat it in about 2 hours, and 100% it in about 4 hours. It's a fun game and worth playing, but wait until you can get it for about 1/2 price.
  51. Neatqt
    Feb 25, 2019
    6
    Cast: 10/10
    Story: 4/10
    Fun: 6/10
    Gameplay: 7/10

    Not-Recommended (I STILL LOVE KIRBY THOUGH)
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  52. Radon
    Mar 24, 2018
    6
    Its funny how this game was sold for 60 dollars when its not even worth it. At least 40 dollars minimum or below. When I bought it, I wasn't expecting anything super hard but I was expecting the difficulty bar they had at the Ultimate Choice to be on Story Mode as well. Kind of like Kid Icarus: Uprising. The gameplay looks good and the story is alright. Everything's pretty fun but itIts funny how this game was sold for 60 dollars when its not even worth it. At least 40 dollars minimum or below. When I bought it, I wasn't expecting anything super hard but I was expecting the difficulty bar they had at the Ultimate Choice to be on Story Mode as well. Kind of like Kid Icarus: Uprising. The gameplay looks good and the story is alright. Everything's pretty fun but it didn't last very long. Probably the shortest Kirby Game i've ever played. I've read off of Facebook that someone's 6 year old daughter beat the entire thing within 12 hours and 100 percent'd it shortly afterwards. As soon as I beat it, my soul left my body. I no longer had the will to play any longer. Personally I don't think it deserves any score below 5 nor any score above 7. Its pretty disappointing as a debut to the Switch with THAT much length and be at 60 bucks. lol… Expand
  53. glensoucie
    Mar 25, 2018
    7
    Kirby: Star Allies is a cute, well crafted game. It can be played and enjoyed by people of all ages. The graphics are great, and the gameplay is what you would expect from a Kirby game, and is fun when playing with a friend(s). However, the difficulty is a bit too simplistic. There should be a harder difficulty for people who desire a challenge and replay value. And Nintendo, reduce theKirby: Star Allies is a cute, well crafted game. It can be played and enjoyed by people of all ages. The graphics are great, and the gameplay is what you would expect from a Kirby game, and is fun when playing with a friend(s). However, the difficulty is a bit too simplistic. There should be a harder difficulty for people who desire a challenge and replay value. And Nintendo, reduce the price of this game! It should not be 60$ USD. If this game was a little less expensive, I would gladly bump up my score.… Expand
  54. xXn00bslayerXx
    Apr 1, 2018
    6
    The gameplay is great but it's not worth $60 as it can be finished in 01:45:26. This means that you're paying ~$30/hour. Wait for a sale.
  55. Nintendo1st
    Mar 30, 2018
    9
    This game is really fun and I love it. Some could say this game is easy but this easiness make the game really fun and enjoyable even if sometimes it can become boring but the diversity of the gameplay makes him even more fun
  56. yasspel
    Apr 10, 2018
    8
    An amazing Kirby game with a beautiful 2D world.
    The game isn't that hard to play through, but still a great experience.
    Playing the game together is a must! It's so much more fun than playing alone with the AI.
  57. ItzOcelot550YT
    Apr 10, 2018
    8
    I absolutely enjoyed this game!! It is a game that can easliy be played with one player or four! Although, I wish Kirby got a bigger game for the switch, Kirby Star Allies Feels like one of the 3DS games where a little gimmic is added and then bam, same formula as past Kirby games. Nonetheless, it is still a fun game and I enjoyed it.
  58. KirbyNSMBW
    Apr 12, 2018
    9
    Kirby Star Allies is a wonderful Kirby game. Sure, it's shorter than others, but it doesn't make it bad. Everything just looks beautiful and well polished. Even if there were only 4 worlds, the levels were longer than usual. Some of the bosses are easy but fun. My favorite part of the game is the final boss. The music and the fight is just... AMAZING! This game is really great, the onlyKirby Star Allies is a wonderful Kirby game. Sure, it's shorter than others, but it doesn't make it bad. Everything just looks beautiful and well polished. Even if there were only 4 worlds, the levels were longer than usual. Some of the bosses are easy but fun. My favorite part of the game is the final boss. The music and the fight is just... AMAZING! This game is really great, the only problem is that it's easier than the other Kirby games, but it's still great!… Expand
  59. TheSonicFan2000
    Apr 14, 2018
    7
    Kirby Star Allies is okay, It's not fantastic nor is it bad it's in the middle. The gameplay is fun and simple and the new combination abilities are cool. My only problem is that they all feel the same like for example if you mixed fire with sword or cutter they both pretty much act the same. The graphics are beautiful definitely one of the best looking Kirby games ever made. everythingKirby Star Allies is okay, It's not fantastic nor is it bad it's in the middle. The gameplay is fun and simple and the new combination abilities are cool. My only problem is that they all feel the same like for example if you mixed fire with sword or cutter they both pretty much act the same. The graphics are beautiful definitely one of the best looking Kirby games ever made. everything pops out and the menu design is really nice. now the main problem with the game is that it has nothing new. yeah, there's the whole friend mechanic but other than that the game just feels lackluster and yeah I had fun with it but compared to other games that came before it, like triple deluxe and planet robobot it's really lacking in originality. still, I had fun playing it and if you're new to the series or are a hardcore Kirby fan then pick it up. but if you're a casual fan then I say wait for a price drop.… Expand
  60. bananatheswitch
    May 2, 2018
    6
    This game was fun for the first couple of worlds, then it got repetitive. Same thing, no new mechanics, just don't die. Good for kids but not teens or adults.
  61. GloryBust
    May 3, 2018
    5
    Mediocre Switch Game. Best for younger kids and parents. It's fine. But could be better.
  62. Aerosind
    May 23, 2018
    8
    Star Allies manages to feel different from both the 3DS games and Return to Dreamland, while also being the best and arguably the only good 2D platformer for the Switch. Its short story length is subverted by the huge amount of post-game content, and the story mode's inherent replayability.
  63. MrMuffin16
    May 17, 2018
    6
    Good game? Yes. Worth Your money? No. This game is a good game don't get me wrong, but its extreme lack of content and unacceptable easy difficulty make it nearly unplayable. - I don't need to have healing items if i have 3 different companions and 87 lives. This game is an extremely pleasant game but the these negativity's cannot be overlooked.
  64. BrettSiebenhaar
    Aug 11, 2018
    8
    Come on, Kirby is a fun and relaxing game. It is no Mario or Zelda obviously, Kirby is a pink marshmallow, but still, the game is charming in every way. The game isn't perfect, but I very much enjoyed playing it!
  65. MeatwadMeatwad
    Jun 14, 2018
    8
    It's quite a fun kirby experience and is good for inexperienced people and offers some interesting things to do with the abilities, although they have been dumbed down since Kirby 64 The Crystal Shards. The gameplay is really easy, but rather enjoyable if you just want to sit down and chill out. Although it is easier than a lot of kirby games, it's still a good amount of fun
  66. Spookygoofball
    Jul 4, 2018
    9
    Great game deserves more than a 7.4. As a long time kirby fan i quite enjoyed this game this game is a Nintendo switch must have.
  67. Paradox_
    Sep 13, 2019
    8
    un juego ultra divertido y kawai, unos diseños muy bonitos y unos niveles entretenidos, lo único que falla es la carencia de combinación de poderes y el que no se te de por rejugarlo, pero por lo demás es muy bueno y unos modos de juego decentes, un juego digno de mi personaje favorito de nintendo
  68. Ryaweasel
    Sep 27, 2018
    7
    I mean, this game is okay. It felt a little bit easy, but Kirby games are usually known for being that, since also, this was intended to be a multiplayer game. But it does offer some extra surprises after you finish Story Mode though, so I guess that's a plus.
  69. SwagMuffin
    Oct 8, 2018
    9
    This is the easiest game by quite a bit, but a really fun game with new characters per update? Sweet!
  70. DeAndre10000
    Nov 24, 2018
    9
    What an awesome Kirby Game! As a person who loves Kirby, it is such a epic game to play head-to-toe. The graphics, the theme of friendship, the levels, catchy earworms, EXCELLENT. Having 4 worlds might be a tad short but the plotline makes it worth getting. Keep this up, Nintendo!
  71. Ronin427
    Jan 22, 2019
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Испортили самое главное, что есть в Кирби – Геймплей. Крайне навязчивые компьютерные игроки бегут впереди и делают всё за тебя. Взрослых это бесит, ребенка ничему не учит!
    Продолжаем играть в Кирби на 3ДС.
    Надо сделать, что бы компьютерные помощники полностью отключались, а пока невозможно играть.    … Expand
  72. MaxPaul20
    Mar 4, 2019
    7
    Kirby star allies is a great game don't doubt me on it but its not the best in the series. Sure there are some great features like co-op play that allows your or friend to play as enemies or even characters like dark meta knight or Marx the possibilities are endless with the characters. The art design is really well done and gameplay is smooth. But the story is short and there is not muchKirby star allies is a great game don't doubt me on it but its not the best in the series. Sure there are some great features like co-op play that allows your or friend to play as enemies or even characters like dark meta knight or Marx the possibilities are endless with the characters. The art design is really well done and gameplay is smooth. But the story is short and there is not much to do once you're done besides collect puzzle pieces and replay through a shorter version of a story as a side character as in one who isn't Kirby. But this is still a fun game to play for anyone as it is still a light hearted and fun Kirby game. Pretty good.… Expand
  73. Ccmonty
    Apr 9, 2019
    8
    Not my favorite kirby game but it is fun. while it is VERY easy and a bit slow at times its a blast with friends and family. the extra content that was added is also alot of fun and adds alot of variety. i dont really have much to say about this game as its fun but everything you see if kinda what you get. however the fan service in this game cannot be praised enough

    8/10 a fun game    Not my favorite kirby game but it is fun. while it is VERY easy and a bit slow at times its a blast with friends and family. the extra content that was added is also alot of fun and adds alot of variety. i dont really have much to say about this game as its fun but everything you see if kinda what you get. however the fan service in this game cannot be praised enough

    8/10 a fun game just a bit lacking in content    … Expand
  74. giannis2001
    Apr 15, 2020
    7
    I can't say it's my favourite kirby of all time but it is good overall. The story is descent, but the levels are really good designed and the new abilities are cool. I enjoyed the game more after I finished the story with the game modes. You can play with tons of characters and even the villains of old games. I recommend it for platformer lovers and Kirby fans but I wouldn't say it's a must play.
  75. Namel
    Jun 4, 2019
    9
    OH BOY! its Kirby time for a review! (I didn't made a Kirby review but im a huge Fan of the series, im just a bigger fan for the Mother series...WE ARENT TALKING ABOUT EARTHBOUND!)

    welp, Kirby star allies is a blast, I think this is more like a commemorative game, there are 3 new abilities, and they bring back some classics fro Kirby Super Star (Like the Yo-Yo, they brought back    OH BOY! its Kirby time for a review! (I didn't made a Kirby review but im a huge Fan of the series, im just a bigger fan for the Mother series...WE ARENT TALKING ABOUT EARTHBOUND!)

    welp, Kirby star allies is a blast, I think this is more like a commemorative game, there are 3 new abilities, and they bring back some classics fro Kirby Super Star (Like the Yo-Yo, they brought back Yo-Yo...KIRBY BECAME NESS >:( ) is fella fun when you play with your friends, the puzzles aren't sooooo mind blowing, nah. in this game, Kirby got a new power, the friend heart, if you throw at an enemy, he will become your friend. Also, you can use your friend abilities to combine with yours! its Like in Kirby 64 and Squeak squad. Anyways, the only things I don't like in the game is the level design and the puzzles, the level design is...lame, I mean, not that I hate it, I just don't feel like this would be like a Kirby Planet Robobot Level for example, and the puzzles are too easy.
    So the first thing you gotta do when you start the game, is turn off the tips, cause they will tell you exactly what you need to do in the puzzles, and since the puzzles are easy, the tips are kinda useless .

    SO...I GIVE KIRBY STAR ALLIES A...9,4 out of 10

    The game is awesome, its like a class of Kirby History, telling all the enemies, characters, and this graphics...we never saw a Kirby game in full HD! the composers (3 composers) made a magnificent sound track...if your a Kirby Fan that played games like Super Star, Robobot, Triple Deluxe and return to dream land, you will love this game.    … Expand
  76. bipbop123123
    Jun 18, 2019
    6
    As a massive Kirby fan, I have mixed opinions on this one. The soundtrack (imo) was weaker then a lot of previous games in the series. That’s not to say the tunes were bad, they just tended to be less memorable then other entrees. Of course, bringing back the fan-favorite ability combining system was really great, though the way hal implemented them could’ve been done better. I dunno but aAs a massive Kirby fan, I have mixed opinions on this one. The soundtrack (imo) was weaker then a lot of previous games in the series. That’s not to say the tunes were bad, they just tended to be less memorable then other entrees. Of course, bringing back the fan-favorite ability combining system was really great, though the way hal implemented them could’ve been done better. I dunno but a lot of the combonations weren’t different enough from the regular moves. The wind combos were always the most unique. I like how they made it way easier to choose wich abilities you want your helpers to have at any given time. Definitely a step up from superstar. Aesthetically, the game looks quite nice, going for an almost clay-like style. The level design was far less interesting than robobot & triple deluxe. Party due to there not being as many colectibles this time around. The game is also the easiest mainline Kirby game to date. Star allies also hands out way to many stars, so they’ve completely lost their value. It kind of feels like NSMB2 kirby edition. The bosses are also way to simplistic. None of them had ex forms until December, which is dissapointing. One thing I really like is how each of the dream friends had a lot of thought & care put into them. I’m giving this game a 6/10 which is still a positive rating.… Expand
  77. AlexSuprem06
    Jul 17, 2019
    6
    Kirby star allies succeeds with it’s graphics, but sadly it isn’t the best Kirby game out there. The story mode I felt was very lackluster. There was only a handful of levels and they felt so uninspired. This game was fun for me to play but I wish that we got more content than just dream characters.
  78. Welkinz
    Aug 31, 2019
    6
    The normal story mode is too easy, no challenge in combat and no challenge in map exploration etc
  79. Kilder004
    Aug 31, 2019
    6
    Yo sé que el público de este juego son niños y personas no familiarizadas con los videojuegos pero esto es excesivamente fácil, los escenarios son literalmente un mismo fondo en todo el nivel cosa que en 3DS era entendible pero en Switch podían hacer algo mejor o más parecido a Krystal Shards, no considero que este juego valga $60 hay indies que por un tercio de eso están mucho mejor enYo sé que el público de este juego son niños y personas no familiarizadas con los videojuegos pero esto es excesivamente fácil, los escenarios son literalmente un mismo fondo en todo el nivel cosa que en 3DS era entendible pero en Switch podían hacer algo mejor o más parecido a Krystal Shards, no considero que este juego valga $60 hay indies que por un tercio de eso están mucho mejor en todo aspecto.… Expand
  80. Megax60
    Aug 31, 2019
    9
    Not a game of another world but its enjoyable, if you are a fan of these kind of games, buy it
  81. Bcshiguemichi
    Jun 11, 2020
    8
    It's a refurbished classic game! Easy do play. It's a game to have some fun and laugh!
  82. Oldskoolberk
    Feb 24, 2020
    9
    Kirby Star Allies is a very fun game. The controls are simple, the graphics are great, and there are a vast wealth of things to do on the game including being different characters which are also enemies. I also like the different combimation attacks with different characters.

    If I have to choose one blemish it is the issue of difficulty which is way too easy. Overall still a great game.
  83. BlueCupcake
    Feb 8, 2020
    8
    Kirby Star Allies is truly a stunning Game with it's wonderful graphics and story. In the other hand it is really easy, but for a kid's game thats just fine.
  84. sergio123456
    Feb 19, 2020
    8
    El juego es muy corto y muy fácil, sí me lo pasé en un día, pero es precioso gráficamente y extremadamente divertido, lo recomiendo.
  85. SirSoil
    Feb 28, 2020
    5
    Kirby Star Allies is a fun multiplayer game that plays it self most of the time, the difficulty in this game literally makes you wanna turn the console off. Yes the game does look very beautiful and the combat is very well made, but the gameplay is so weak. You basically have three people helping you which is a good thing if the difficulty was a bit higher, however you can do nothing andKirby Star Allies is a fun multiplayer game that plays it self most of the time, the difficulty in this game literally makes you wanna turn the console off. Yes the game does look very beautiful and the combat is very well made, but the gameplay is so weak. You basically have three people helping you which is a good thing if the difficulty was a bit higher, however you can do nothing and win thanks to the overpowered teammates you have. Playing with friends doesn’t change that either, I think the main problem is the levels. They are not bad but they are designed to be a cake walk which is pretty dumb. At least the bosses and music are nice, also the inclusion of extra modes is cool however they are pretty much repetitive as you go on. Kirby Star Allies is how not to make an easy game but the extra modes bosses and music make it kinda of unique, however it’s so easy that even the harder difficulty’s get stupidly boring and hard. (Medicore 2/5) Play It If Your A Fan Of The Series… Expand
  86. GregLobstery
    Feb 8, 2021
    7
    Yeah this game was the first to implement Buff Dedede, and it gets a lot of credit for bringing back tons of old Kirby characters and making them playable, but the game itself is super short. It just feels like this game would have been perfect if it was a little longer and they added online co-op or something. There's nowhere near as much stuff to do as there is in most other Kirby games.Yeah this game was the first to implement Buff Dedede, and it gets a lot of credit for bringing back tons of old Kirby characters and making them playable, but the game itself is super short. It just feels like this game would have been perfect if it was a little longer and they added online co-op or something. There's nowhere near as much stuff to do as there is in most other Kirby games. Hopefully we get another Kirby switch game to do this justice.… Expand
  87. Twilwind
    Oct 1, 2020
    8
    It's somewhat boring. Less funny than The Amazing Mirror and Nightmare in Dream Land.
  88. Sanghelic
    Apr 11, 2020
    6
    es un buen juego cooperativo con mecanicas divertidas que mantiene muy bien el espiritu de kirby, si nunca o casi nunca has jugado un juego de plataformas y tienes un amigo con quien jugarlo seguro que vale la pena obtenerlo en una oferta, pero si eres un fan de kirby de la vieja escuela o de cualquier otro juego de plataformas vas a quedar algo decepcionado, el diseño de niveles eses un buen juego cooperativo con mecanicas divertidas que mantiene muy bien el espiritu de kirby, si nunca o casi nunca has jugado un juego de plataformas y tienes un amigo con quien jugarlo seguro que vale la pena obtenerlo en una oferta, pero si eres un fan de kirby de la vieja escuela o de cualquier otro juego de plataformas vas a quedar algo decepcionado, el diseño de niveles es mediocre por no decir tonto y ademas es un juego muy, muy facil si te gustan los juegos de plataformas y nunca has jugado un juego de kirby no te recomiendo para nada que empiezes con este.… Expand
  89. Alessandro04
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    Beautiful. I love this game, even if it is really short. The 3 dlc are good and there is a lot of fan service.
  90. ElSmasher
    Aug 6, 2020
    8
    Kirby Star Allies follows the lineage of his older brothers. A colorful universe, an OST worthy of the saga, a visually resulting Artistic direction, DLC en masse. Despite a new mechanism "the hearts" too falculative, this opus switch gives me lots of stars in my eyes.
  91. CrispCicada
    Jun 1, 2020
    8
    Kirby Star Allies is a really fun Kirby game, but it does have some questionable design choices. Gameplay-wise, this game feels great. The co-op mode is a blast and Kirby's accessibility is always a plus. Kirby plays as he usually does. If you consume your enemies, you can gain their powers. Kirby can float by mashing the jump button which can make some areas pretty cheesable. Kirby's newKirby Star Allies is a really fun Kirby game, but it does have some questionable design choices. Gameplay-wise, this game feels great. The co-op mode is a blast and Kirby's accessibility is always a plus. Kirby plays as he usually does. If you consume your enemies, you can gain their powers. Kirby can float by mashing the jump button which can make some areas pretty cheesable. Kirby's new gimmick is that he can toss a friend heart to convert his foes into his very own paisanos. You can only have 4 friends at once though. Friends can turn into your converted enemies to join in the chaos. One major complaint I have is that there are no difficulty options in the main campaign, making this game stale to those who want a challenge or frustrating for those somehow having a rough time.

    This game has a load of personality. It's incredibly charming and cute to see little details such as friends dancing with you after a well-deserved victory. The music is amazing and there are loads of peppy bangers to get your day started.

    Perhaps the biggest problem about this game is that it just sorta feels like a downgrade to its successors on the DS. I'm not massive about fps, but DS Kirby games running at 60 fps and Star Allies running at 30 fps feels like a big downgrade. The pricing point of this game is also pretty ridiculous. 60 bucks for a game that'll only last you a few hours is laughable. Indie games that are 15 bucks have lasted me over hundreds of hours.

    In conclusion, Kirby Star Allies is a great game for casual gamers and fans, but I'd recommend waiting for a price drop. Having a lovely day/night, folks!    … Expand
  92. PoyoPoyo123
    May 9, 2021
    8
    Kirby Star Allies is fun. Kirby Star Allies is adorable. Kirby Star Allies is easy. At least in the base game. The game runs at 30fps which is fine, but the problem is that the menu’s run at 60fps. The game also looks really nice. Overall, a solid game, but not the game I was hoping for on the switch. Maybe a new 3D Kirby game later on will be the true switch debut for my favorite videoKirby Star Allies is fun. Kirby Star Allies is adorable. Kirby Star Allies is easy. At least in the base game. The game runs at 30fps which is fine, but the problem is that the menu’s run at 60fps. The game also looks really nice. Overall, a solid game, but not the game I was hoping for on the switch. Maybe a new 3D Kirby game later on will be the true switch debut for my favorite video game character… Expand
  93. YanagiJuniper
    Jul 13, 2020
    10
    THIS IS THE BEST GAME OF ALL TIME. The levels are perfectly designed, the bosses are incredible, the gameplay and combat is unrealistically good, and the replay ability is endless. Just buy it. Now.
  94. Gastly67
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    El mejor juego de Kirby visualmente hablando, sus niveles son un poco faciles pero entretenido. Un juego rejugable sin duda
  95. patrickmurphy09
    Sep 7, 2020
    7
    Kirby Star Allies is a fun, chill platforming experience, best enjoyed while chilling with friends. The gameplay is not that challenging (which made it the perfect hangover time-killer for me and a buddy). Its funny to play together. It is also a joy to see Kirby get the graphic upgrades he and his world have deserved for some time in this game. However, it would have been nice to haveKirby Star Allies is a fun, chill platforming experience, best enjoyed while chilling with friends. The gameplay is not that challenging (which made it the perfect hangover time-killer for me and a buddy). Its funny to play together. It is also a joy to see Kirby get the graphic upgrades he and his world have deserved for some time in this game. However, it would have been nice to have just a little bit more of a challenge in this game. Or something to feel a little bit more in-depth. Sure, the completionist route does yield some more challenging gameplay -- and the final battles in the main campaign are where things finally get going -- but it would be nice to introduce more challenging options right at the start. Otherwise, gameplay can feel just a bit boring because it is too easy. Still, Kirby Star Allies is a fun game that does what Kirby does best, I suppose. I hope the next mainline Kirby installment goes for some bigger goals, though.… Expand
  96. Jopawho
    Aug 18, 2020
    9
    Je suis très surpris de la qualité de ce jeu les graphismes sont cool, mignon le scénario est cool, c'est mon premier jeu Kirby, je suis vraiment satisfait de cette licence. Mentions spéciales pour le Boss final qui est super class
  97. Cccactusking77
    Dec 2, 2020
    10
    Kerby is a super fun game with a epiq story and great bosses and the multiplayer is sooooo good the game just epick and i love it. Everytime i look at this game i smile
  98. GameDudeGuy
    Feb 4, 2021
    7
    this game is fun but its soo easy to the point its sad the game should be harder also im tried of the enimes waddle dee shouldnt be in every game the freind heart is way to op and the freind power-ups are meh where is my fire fighter or my leaf sword its just not that good
  99. HenriqueNoronha
    Aug 14, 2021
    7
    Kirby Star Allies overall is a good game. It has absolutely excellent graphics. The game only runs at 30fps, but it's not very noticeable. The story is simple as always, but that's never the focus of these games. It has a fair amount of extra content and the controls are great. However, the story mode (the main game mode) is very easy and short, the levels are repeatable and not creative.Kirby Star Allies overall is a good game. It has absolutely excellent graphics. The game only runs at 30fps, but it's not very noticeable. The story is simple as always, but that's never the focus of these games. It has a fair amount of extra content and the controls are great. However, the story mode (the main game mode) is very easy and short, the levels are repeatable and not creative. They are well designed and fun to play, but not interesting. Even finding all collectibles is easy and tedious. The game has a lot of fan service, which can sometimes be fun for players who are already fans of the franchise, but it often gets a little over saturated. The new game mechanic is being able to convert up to 3 enemies into CPU players to play alongside you, including several other major characters from previous Kirby games like King Dedede, Marx, Magolor and several others. In my opinion this was mainly done for fan service and is not used very well. They even make the game easier as they help to kill enemies and can even solve puzzles without the player doing anything. Certainly multiplayer is the main focus of the game, and it works very well. Players have plenty of space in the levels, and it's easy for casuals to just pick up the game and play, due to its simplicity. But like I said, the game can be repetitive when you consider the whole thing. However, alternative modes can offer something more to do, even if you're a more hardcore gamer. We have a mode where we go through a series of levels as quickly as possible using any of Kirby's helpers (including extra characters from older games), a mode where we go through a boss race, and another mode where we go through some Different stages to pick up collectibles ​​solving puzzles that are really challenging, unlike the main mode puzzles. In conclusion, Kirby Star Allies is very average. The story mode is very simple and easy, which is good for casual gamers, but not for more hardcore gamers. However, the extra content makes it easier to find a little more fun. But it's mainly made for people who want a simpler experience or for people who already have some familiarity with the franchise.… Expand
  100. BurtKocain
    Jan 21, 2021
    6
    Although HAL knocked it out of the park with Return to Dream Land on the Wii, followed by the equally-solid Triple Deluxe and exceptional Planet Robobot for 3DS, somehow Kirby Star Allies never manages to shift into the right gear to be a truly compelling game. There's certainly an abundance of excellent callbacks for the most hardcore fans, and Star Allies is just as pleasant on the eyesAlthough HAL knocked it out of the park with Return to Dream Land on the Wii, followed by the equally-solid Triple Deluxe and exceptional Planet Robobot for 3DS, somehow Kirby Star Allies never manages to shift into the right gear to be a truly compelling game. There's certainly an abundance of excellent callbacks for the most hardcore fans, and Star Allies is just as pleasant on the eyes as all Kirby games. Yet somehow, this one of the dullest Kirby platformers since Dream Land 3. Level design is lackluster, the extra features are hardly compelling, and even with a roomful of friends the multiplayer experience seems to fall flat. Not a bad game by any means, but it does tend to feel uninspired.… Expand
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 83 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 42 out of 83
  2. Mixed: 39 out of 83
  3. Negative: 2 out of 83
  1. My Nintendo News
    Jul 15, 2018
    85
    Though it’s not technically perfect by any means, Star Allies remains entertaining from start to finish. Let the puffball meet the misfits, it’s time for Kirby to shine on Switch.
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  2. CD-Action
    Jun 5, 2018
    80
    Simply put, Star Allies looks great, sounds great and plays great. [05/2018, p.47]
  3. Universo Nintendo
    Jun 2, 2018
    90
    Kirby Star Allies makes the simplicity of smiling a lasting thing. The game is beautiful and has music that impresses by it's quality. The title is very amusing and if you can join three more friends, you will have one of the funniest experiences on the Nintendo Switch. It is an experience that should be appreciated in its entirety.
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