Kirby Air Riders
News, coverage and analysis tracking Kirby Air Riders across the outlets.- Kirby Air Riders almost brought back the old City Trial map, Sakurai explains why it didn’t happenDirector Masahiro Sakurai revealed that the Kirby Air Ride development team considered reviving the City Trial map from the original GameCube title. However, the team ultimately decided against it due to the tremendous cost and effort required to implement the classic map.
Pokemon Pokopia has topped 2.2M sales in four daysPokémon Pokopia has achieved over 2.2 million global sales within its first four days of release on the Nintendo Switch 2. The game sold 1 million units in Japan alone. This milestone places it among other successful first-party exclusives for the console.
Pokémon Pokopia Launch Sales Announced, Confirming It's Off to a Strong Start - IGNPokémon Pokopia has achieved strong launch sales, selling 2.2 million copies worldwide on the Nintendo Switch 2 in its first weekend, with 1 million units sold in Japan alone. Despite supply constraints, the game's performance has positively impacted Nintendo's stock price and positions it as a potential evergreen hit for the company.- King Dedede & Tank Star Amiibo Preorders Are Live, and ... | TAGPreorders are now live for the King Dedede & Tank Star Amiibo figures, priced at $55, available at Amazon, Best Buy, and GameStop. The article also covers Nintendo's destruction mechanics in Donkey Kong Bananza, new features in Harvest Moon: Echoes of Teradea, the StarCraft Tabletop Miniatures Game release, Solasta 2 early access, PS5 deals, Pokémon Pokopia's innovative approach, free Steam games, March PlayStation Plus additions, the playable Star Wars: First Assault, Pragmata's demo success, and Bungie's Marathon extraction shooter.
Kirby Air Riders Gets A New Update Today, Here Are The Full Patch NotesKirby Air Riders has received a new update, Version 1.3.2, which addresses various bugs and includes miscellaneous gameplay fixes. This update is not compatible with replays from previous versions. The article also mentions recent amiibo releases and upcoming ones for the game.
Pokémon Pokopia Sales Surpass 2.2 Million Units Globally In First Four DaysPokémon Pokopia for the Nintendo Switch 2 has achieved over 2.2 million global sales in its first four days, with one million units sold in Japan alone. The game has topped best-seller charts in regions like the US and UK, contributing to a surge in Nintendo's share price. This launch performance is considered respectable for a spin-off title on the new console.
Nintendo reveals Japan’s best-selling digital games for February 2026 – Pokemon and Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined battle for firstNintendo has released the top-selling digital games for the Japanese Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 eShops for February 2026. Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined topped the Switch 2 charts, while Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen led on the original Switch. The data includes sales for numerous titles across both platforms.
Nintendo’s recent Metascores aren’t a big deal – here’s whyThis article analyzes Nintendo's recent game Metascores, arguing that lower scores for titles like Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, Kirby Air Riders, Pokemon Legends: Z-A, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, and Mario Tennis Fever do not necessarily indicate a decline in quality. The author suggests that factors like the nature of the game series, player perception, and the difficulty of objective scoring contribute to these scores, with some games like Kirby Air Riders and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment being considered better than their Metascores suggest.
Snakebyte Gamepad RGB S2 review – Budget FlashThe Snakebyte Gamepad RGB S2 offers a stylish and feature-rich budget alternative for Nintendo Switch owners, boasting customizable RGB lighting and Hall Effect thumbsticks. While it includes programmable buttons and digital trigger stops, occasional wireless connection drops and a lack of gyro support and HD Rumble prevent it from fully rivaling Nintendo's official Pro Controller.
Famitsu software sales (2/23/26 – 3/1/26) – Top 30Famitsu has released its weekly Japanese software sales data for the period of February 23 to March 1. Resident Evil Requiem debuted at the top of the charts on PlayStation 5, followed by its Nintendo Switch 2 version. The Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch platforms dominated the top 30 list with numerous new and existing titles.
2 More Kirby Air Riders amiibo Ready to RaceNintendo has announced two new amiibo figures for Kirby Air Riders, featuring Sword Kirby and a variant of King Dedede. These figures will bring the total number of amiibo for the game to seven. Release dates for these new figures have not yet been announced, but they are expected to be priced similarly to existing amiibo.
US: Nintendo Download for 5th March, 2026Nintendo of America has announced the latest Nintendo Download for March 5, 2026, featuring new releases and pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. New titles include Pokémon Pokopia, Blue Prince, Minishoot' Adventures, and Rotwood. Pre-orders are open for Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection and WWE 2K26. The update also highlights Mario-themed content for MAR10 Day and new additions to Nintendo Music and eShop sales.
Next wave of Kirby Air Riders amiibo revealedNintendo has revealed details about upcoming amiibo figures for Kirby Air Riders, including Meta Knight, King Dedede, Chef Kawasaki, Sword Kirby, and Noir Dedede. While some release dates are confirmed, others are still to be announced. These amiibo allow players to physically swap character and vehicle combinations for in-game effects, with pricing in Japan being higher than previous figures.
Two More Kirby Air Riders amiibo Are On The Way, Out Later This YearNintendo has announced two new Kirby Air Riders amiibo figures, Sword Kirby & Dragoon and Noir Dedede & Hydra, which will be released later this year. Additionally, the Dedede & Tank Star amiibo will launch on July 2, 2026, with Meta Knight & Devil Star releasing this week. An in-game event, 'Strike Back with Devil Star,' is also running until March 10, 2026.- Kirby Air Riders reveals Sword Kirby & Dragoon and Noir Dedede & Hydra amiibo, King Dedede & Tank Star release dateNintendo has revealed new amiibo figures for Kirby Air Riders, including Sword Kirby & Dragoon and Noir Dedede & Hydra, with release dates to be announced. Additionally, the King Dedede & Tank Star amiibo will have their release date provided later.
- Nintendo Switch 2 Reveal – Excited? Disappointed? A Little of Both. – Geeky SweetieThe author expresses mixed feelings about the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal, finding some new games exciting but lamenting the prevalence of remasters and ports. Disappointment is particularly noted regarding the lack of new cozy games like Animal Crossing, despite appreciation for the hardware improvements and features like voice chat. While still planning to preorder, the author hopes for more original and exclusive titles in the future.
Games Inbox: Is it worth buying a PS5 in 2026?Readers discuss whether it's worth buying a PlayStation 5 in 2026, considering the potential release of the PlayStation 6 and the option of purchasing a Switch 2. Other topics include the appeal of extraction shooters like Marathon, the behavior of zombies in Resident Evil Requiem, and Nintendo's secretive approach to announcing new games for the Switch 2.
Switch 2 Exclusive 'Kirby Air Riders' Races Onto Nintendo Music This WeekThe full soundtrack for Kirby Air Riders is now available on the Nintendo Music app for Nintendo Switch Online members. This release features 114 tracks composed by Noriyuki Iwadare and Shogo Sakai, totaling three hours of music. An interview with the composers has also been released.
Announcements from Nintendo Direct - September 12, 2025 - NintendoFuseNintendo's latest Direct presentation revealed numerous upcoming titles and updates, including the celebration of the Super Mario Bros. 40th anniversary and the arrival of Virtual Boy games on Nintendo Switch Online: Expansion Pack. Key announcements include a release date for Metroid Prime 4, DLC for Donkey Kong Bananza, and new entries in the Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Bros. Wonder series.
Tekken and Pac-Man owners Bandai Namco announce major restructure with investment from SonyBandai Namco Holdings is undergoing a significant company-wide restructuring effective April 1st, impacting its film, toy, arcade, and video game divisions. This comes as Sony invests approximately $464.5 million for a 2.5% stake and Nintendo acquires Bandai Namco Studios Singapore. The company has also seen layoffs and game cancellations in the past year.