Kirby: Triple Deluxe

Kirby finally jumps to the 3DS in Kirby: Triple Deluxe in a traditional platforming game along with a Smash Bros.-style multiplayer fighter, a rhythm game starring King Dedede and a gang of new features and abilities.

Nintendo 3DS

Nintendo 3DS eShop

Overview

Kirby: Triple Deluxe was released in Japan on January 11, 2014; May 2, 2014 in North America; and May 16, 2014 in Europe.

Gameplay

In his first 3DS entry, Kirby swaps between foreground and background frequently while dealing with enemies and obstacles that transition between layers as well. Kirby again makes use of his copy ability which allows him to swallow enemies and absorb their unique abilities.

New Abilities

Archer
Beetle
Bell
Hypernova

Returning Abilities

Fighter
Crash
Cutter
Beam
Parasol
Spear
Bomb
Fire
Ice
Stone
Mike
Ninja
Sword
Whip
Leaf

Additional Game Modes

In addition to the main story mode, which is a traditional Kirby platforming adventure, Kirby Triple Deluxe contains a selection of bonus games spanning various genres.

Kirby Fighters

In those Smash Bros.-style mode, up to four players can brawl locally in various arenas and making use of Kirby's abilities in a competitive combat setting against friends. Download Play is supported.

Dedede's Drum Dash

This is a dual-screen rhythm game where players control King Dedede's jump across a set of taiko drums. His jump height comes into play when trying to collect coins and get the best time while avoiding obstacles.

The Arena

This is a boss-rush mode in which Kirby can face off against all bosses against the clock.

Keychains

Players can find 256 keychains depicting pixel art versions of Kirby characters from all of Kirby's history. Duplicates can be exchanged via StreetPass or by spending Play Coins.