Features
- Charge, boost, and glide in vehicle-based action featuring Kirby and other characters
- Use the Boost Charge button to brake and control your turns as your machine fights for top speed
- Fill up your Boost Charge Gauge and then release to trigger an explosive dash
- Choose from a variety of riders like Kirby and Meta Knight, each with their own stats and Specials
- Zip around Skyah in City Trial: a free-for-all battle for 16 players online or 8 players via local wireless
- Roam around Skyah to find machines, collect power-ups, and survive unpredictable Field Events
- Take on one of a whole host of different Stadium contests, each with its own objective
- Dash to the finish line in Air Ride, a six-player racing competition that can be played offline, online or via local wireless
Product Description
Choose from a variety of riders like Kirby, Meta Knight, King Dedede, and Magolor from the Kirby’s Return to Dream Land™ game, and machines including the Warp Star, Wheelie Bike, Chariot, and more. Each machine handles differently, and each rider has their own set of stats and Specials—they can also grab Copy Abilities off their foes to get an edge in the fray.
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Order Attributes
| UPC | 00045496905699 |
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General
| Brand Name | Nintendo |
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| Vendor Part Number | 121500 |
| Model Number | BEEPAAABA |
| GameStop Exclusive | false |
Gameplay
| Number of Players | 1-4 |
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| Online Multiplayer | false |
| Number of Online Players | 1-16 |
| Co-op Mode | false |
| Perspective | 3rd Person |
| Genre | Racing |
| Interactive Elements | No Interactive Elements |
Compatability
| Compatible Platforms | Nintendo Switch 2 |
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Fandom
| Franchise | Kirby |
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| Character Name | Kirby |
| Publisher Name | Nintendo |
| Developer Name | Nintendo |
Dimension
| Product Length | 0.43 |
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| Product Width | 4.13 |
| Product Height | 6.69 |
| Product Unit of Measure | in |
| Product Weight | 0.13 |
| Product Weight Unit of Measure | lbs |
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kirby Air Riders?
Kirby Air Riders is a highly anticipated sequel to the GameCube title Kirby Air Ride.
When is the release date?
The game launched on November 20, 2025.
On which platforms is the game available?
Kirby Air Riders is exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2.
What new modes and features does the game have?
- Expanded City Trial on Celesta (a floating island) for up to 16 online players or 8 local players
- A variety of playable riders, new Air Ride machines, and unique “Special” moves
- Signature Copy Abilities available to all characters
- Enhanced vehicular action across land, sea, and air
How does it compare to other racing games?
While there is surface-level similarity to Mario Kart, Kirby Air Riders has more chaotic multiplayer fun through its robust City Trial mode instead of just straightforward racing.
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Kirby and Nintendo Switch are trademarks of Nintendo.
*Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features. Membership auto-renews after initial term at the then-current price unless canceled. Not available in all countries. Internet access required for online features. Terms apply. nintendo.com/purchase-terms/
** Additional games and systems required for multiplayer mode. Games and systems sold separately.