Underplayed Gems

Kirby Air Riders (2025)

Kirby Air Riders cover
Developer
Bandai Namco Studios, Sora
Publisher
Nintendo
Platforms
Nintendo Switch 2
Genres
Racing, Adventure, Arcade
Rating
4.5 of 5, 10 player ratings
Where to get it
Nintendo eShop

How it feels

A chaotic, high-speed arcade racer where you drift to build boost and release for explosive dashes in lighthearted competition.

fast-pacedfranticlightheartedcompetitivearcadeywhimsicalsimple controlschaotic

About

Kirby Air Riders is the long-awaited sequel to Kirby Air Ride on the Gamecube. Pick your rider, pick your machine, and mount up for competition! Take on your rivals in frantic arena battles or fast-paced races on the ground and in the air. Use the Boost Charge button to brake and control your turns as your machine automatically fights for top speed. Fill your Boost Charge Gauge as you drift around the bend and release it to trigger an explosive dash!

Trailer

Screenshots

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