Kirby's Return to Dream Land

 Wii
User Score
8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 273 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 240 out of 273
  2. Mixed: 23 out of 273
  3. Negative: 10 out of 273
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  1. Zero2k
    Dec 25, 2011
    7
    Kirby is back in Dreamland and the game runs exactly like a Kirby game should run. The improvement over Crystal Shards on the N64 is not much unfortunately. At times it becomes repetitive and certain areas feel empty. The difficulty level could be raised at least another bar as well.
  2. TheAdminJJ
    Dec 7, 2018
    6
    Without a principal Kirby game on Nintendo's main console for years, this game feels like Crystal Shards, but, adding the main portable games features, distributing the gameplay to be handy playing alone and/or with friends. A funny and awesome adventure to enjoy, mainly with friends.
  3. NorwayGamer
    Oct 20, 2020
    7
    A pretty good platformer, but also pretty standard fare though. There's nothing that really stands out here, to make it an excellent must-play experience.

    Personally, I enjoyed Epic Yarn more - I felt there was a lot more creativity in that game. But don't get me wrong, this is overall a fun experience, and especially accessible to younger children. Recommended if you can find it at    A pretty good platformer, but also pretty standard fare though. There's nothing that really stands out here, to make it an excellent must-play experience.

    Personally, I enjoyed Epic Yarn more - I felt there was a lot more creativity in that game. But don't get me wrong, this is overall a fun experience, and especially accessible to younger children.

    Recommended if you can find it at a bargain price.    … Expand
  4. Greg_Heavy
    Jan 13, 2013
    7
    This is "the" game, if you want to play with your loved one, and she's not very experienced in video games. This is my first Kirby game, and I already know what makes this series so popular. Cute, fun and simple, great for co-op. However, it may seem boring at times, since there's no real challenge throughout the game. I wouldn't recommend this title if: a) you plan to play alone, b) youThis is "the" game, if you want to play with your loved one, and she's not very experienced in video games. This is my first Kirby game, and I already know what makes this series so popular. Cute, fun and simple, great for co-op. However, it may seem boring at times, since there's no real challenge throughout the game. I wouldn't recommend this title if: a) you plan to play alone, b) you can kill a few bosses in Demon Souls (you'll be bored to death).… Expand
  5. PedroGamer
    Oct 17, 2014
    7
    It´s an OK game.However, the story is kinda **** mean, first the guy helps you, then turns evil for apparently NO FREAKING REASON!!!Not to say that this game is too easy!

Awards & Rankings

11
#11 Best Wii Game of 2011
2
#2 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2011
3
#3 Most Shared Wii Game of 2011

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Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 49 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 49
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 49
  3. Negative: 0 out of 49
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Feb 27, 2012
    60
    Trashy and naïve platformer comes in a traditional style. The best way to enjoy the new Kirby is co-op multiplayer – preferably an adult together with a kid. [Jan 2012]
  2. Gamer.no
    Feb 6, 2012
    80
    Kirby's twelfth adventure is, as expected, an old-fashioned platformgame. Split in two worlds we're offered several, entertaining levels,and all the classic platform elements are present, as they should be. The various abilities Kirby can absorb from his enemies, makes surethat this game never gets boring.
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  3. Gamereactor Denmark
    Jan 23, 2012
    70
    It seems that by not having to come up with an original idea, the developers have been able to make the game more cohesive. This is a fun and accessible platformer with plenty of charm, fun superpowers, and a somewhat odd multiplayer mode that takes a little getting used to.
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