Buckle up, Kirby fans, because Kirby Air Riders races onto the Nintendo Switch 2 tomorrow, November 20! Whether you've preordered or not, adrenaline-charged delivery options are just a click away. With Amazon Prime’s release-day delivery, or same-day pick-up from Walmart and Best Buy, there's zero reason to miss out on launch-day action.
And what's better than racing with Kirby? Racing with Amiibo! The charming Kirby & Warp Star and Bandana Waddle Dee & Winged Star Amiibo sets are available right now at Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy for $50 each. Remember, these sets come with a character figure and their in-game star machine. Planning ahead? Start prepping for March 5, 2026, when the Meta Knight & Shadow Star Amiibo drops!
Let's rev those engines for Kirby Air Riders—a thrilling sequel to the iconic 2003 GameCube classic, Kirby Air Ride, with series creator Masahiro Sakurai back at the helm! A gaming genius famously known for masterminding the Super Smash Bros. series, Sakurai reunites with our favorite pink puffball for the first time since Kirby & the Amazing Mirror. The hype is real, fueled by not just one, but TWO exclusive Nintendo Direct streams hosted by the legend himself, unveiling the game’s awe-inspiring modes, racers, and more!
Get ready for a turbo-charged adventure with expanded modes like City Trial, Air Ride, and Top Ride! The all-new City Trial in Skyah tasks racers with snagging machine upgrades across a massive floating island, racing against time to showdown in the Stadium! Plus, welcome Road Trip, an exciting single-player journey, and the Paddock, a vibrant social hub.
Forget previous roadblocks: the single-button control scheme is now replaced with a dynamic two-button rush. Boost with B, unleash special moves with Y, perform wicked tricks, and switch machines on the fly! The character roster has leveled up, including Kirby, King Dedede, Bandana Waddle Dee, Meta Knight, and a lineup of beloved allies and foes. Race on all nine retro courses while tearing through nine fresh tracks!
Bring the fun home with local multiplayer for up to four players or go wireless with up to eight thrill-seeking friends. Bring on the competition online for Switch Online members, with chaotic events allowing up to 16 players to storm the leaderboard.
Ready your engines, sharpen your skills, and dive into the action with Kirby Air Riders—let the ultimate air race begin!