Kirby's Dream Buffet

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7.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 58 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 58
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 58
  3. Negative: 10 out of 58

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  1. Maryc1
    Aug 30, 2022
    5
    Fun enough game but online play is so frustrating, it lags a lot and just isn’t smooth… I waste of £13 I think as I’ve bought cheaper games that are much better… it’s also a bit of a gimmick, I don’t dislike fall guys… but the difference is it’s free.
  2. DaileyBeating
    Sep 28, 2022
    7
    In my opinion Kirby’s dream buffet is exactly what it looks like, a simple yet fun time waster, and that’s fine. I don’t think you are going to put 100 hours into this one. I don’t think there is ever going to be a big streaming scene or competitive scene in this game, but you know what? Its still a good time.

    It has its problems, it struggles much like many other Nintendo games with    In my opinion Kirby’s dream buffet is exactly what it looks like, a simple yet fun time waster, and that’s fine. I don’t think you are going to put 100 hours into this one. I don’t think there is ever going to be a big streaming scene or competitive scene in this game, but you know what? Its still a good time.

    It has its problems, it struggles much like many other Nintendo games with lag and connection issues, but when it is working I like it a lot. The balance of the game and its scoring could be better, but its not really a game I feel compelled to WIN in, 1st through 4th place I could not care less. I think it could be cheaper, maybe even could fit into a free to play format but still think the $15 ask is not absurd. If you want a fun pick up and play game, I think Kirby is well worth its weight.    … Expand
  3. Speedie
    Sep 11, 2022
    6
    For the current market of video game, Dream Buffet sadly doesn't have enough content to warrant not being free. If the customizations were behind a 5 dollar paywall, that would be more understandable. While the game is a really fun time, especially locally with friends, it needs an expansion or two of content before its worth more than an hour of your time at a party. Great concept though,For the current market of video game, Dream Buffet sadly doesn't have enough content to warrant not being free. If the customizations were behind a 5 dollar paywall, that would be more understandable. While the game is a really fun time, especially locally with friends, it needs an expansion or two of content before its worth more than an hour of your time at a party. Great concept though, and will hopefully be supported!… Expand
  4. Robertinho123
    Jan 3, 2023
    7
    Fun, cute, but very bareboned. I like it, but there's very little to do, especially since you can't select a course, you just click grandprix and it randomises, which is just a strange decision.
  5. FlexosuarousRex
    Aug 28, 2022
    6
    Kirbys dream buffet is an interesting kirby spinoff but it loses its appeal rather quickly. While there are several new stages and costumes to unlock, its not really enough to keep the gameplay loop interesting.

    The gameplay is fun and does leave a good first impression, but I quickly found it to be boring and somewhat frustrating. Every match has a set of four minigames with the goal    Kirbys dream buffet is an interesting kirby spinoff but it loses its appeal rather quickly. While there are several new stages and costumes to unlock, its not really enough to keep the gameplay loop interesting.

    The gameplay is fun and does leave a good first impression, but I quickly found it to be boring and somewhat frustrating. Every match has a set of four minigames with the goal of collecting strawberries. While the combat and races are different in concept, it ultimately feels like you're doing the exact same motions in both. The winner really just comes down to the end-game handouts and it leaves a very sour taste when going from first with a healthy lead to fourth in a matter of seconds based on unseen challenges.

    Coupling the repetitive and frustrating gameplay loop with a lack of four player couch co-op and you have a game that will lose your interest as soon as the initial joy of playing a kirby side game wears off. I do give the game points for its beautiful stage designs, the different food animations when kirby interacts with the level, and the fact that its a kirby spin off with copy abilities.    … Expand
  6. TheLinkgirl
    Oct 18, 2022
    5
    The Kirby series' take on Fall Guys is successful from a gameplay point, but fails to retain a player base due to a lack of updates. Yes, the game is fun to play, but the lack of new or evolving content means that you're done with it quite fast. What could have been a great Kirby game was quickly abandoned.
  7. a1bros
    Aug 22, 2023
    6
    It's a fun game, but without local multiplayer it's flat. With local multiplayer it's a solid 8.5

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67

Mixed or average reviews - based on 50 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 50
  2. Mixed: 37 out of 50
  3. Negative: 1 out of 50
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 23, 2024
    60
    There could be more content. For fans of action party games there is nothing to complain about. Considering how universally lovable Kirby is, this game is perfect fun in multiplayer, especially online. [Issue#326]
  2. Cubed3
    May 30, 2023
    90
    The relatively short nature of the races within Kirby's Dream Buffet, the way everyone, even those who come last, gain points in a race, and the ease to join in multiplayer online or team up with friends makes this latest Kirby game a real treat to play on Nintendo Switch. The variety of race themes, costumes, and Kirby colours provide good reasons to replay it, and the solo adventure is as fun as teaming up with friends or random players. There is almost no downside, only disappointment when losing but on the easiest mode it is possible to win with very little experience.
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  3. Games.cz
    May 2, 2023
    60
    A cute little party game which, unfortunately, just doesn’t reach the same heights as many of its competitors. There’s not much content, the fun doesn’t last for long, and the number of players is severely restricted. This is certainly not a pastime for the whole evening but could entertain you in short stretches.
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