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Top 10 Reasons why Kirby is One of Nintendo's Best Series [top ten]
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02/21/15, 19:24 Edited: 02/21/15, 19:23
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Kid-Tested, Gamer-Approved |
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Isn't it nice introducing your kids or younger siblings to video games? Kirby titles are the perfect entry point, with their forgiving difficulty level and elements of flight. At the same time, since Kirby's Adventure on the NES, they've offered plenty of difficult side-challenges and unlockables for stronger players. It's a good balance that is a large contributor to how popular the series is with a variety of ages. Additionally, notice how a ton of Kirby adventures have multiplayer? And not just the Super Mario Bros-style alternating at the time...but real, on-screen co-op! Indeed, ever since Kirby Super Star (SNES, 1995), multiplayer has been a big factor in the series. That even continues today with games like Epic Yarn, Return to Dream Land, and Rainbow Curse.
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Nintendo's Greatest Fanbase |
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For all the pleasantries in their games, some Nintendo series can have rather volatile fanbases. Just poke around a few GameFAQs boards and you'll see people acting hyperbolic over Metroid, violent over Donkey Kong, creepy over Sonic, and downright toxic over Super Smash Bros. I should know--I'm part of all of these fanbases! Except Sonic.
Ask a Nintendo fan who's familiar with these how the Kirby fanbase is, though, and they'll tell ya--it's a friendly, relaxed community that's full of nice, happy people. Very refreshing compared to how hardcore some fans can get. While this isn't directly related to the game, I'd like to think the series pleasant nature breeds that sort of disposition (similar to the Animal Crossing community, which is also nice). It also inspires a good amount of (non-creepy) fan works, with lots of cool art and music (and webcomics)!
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Kirby has a great design. He's expressive, iconic, instantly-recognizable, and easy for kids to draw. A perfect fit for the protagonist of a Game Boy game. He's simple, but it works extremely well, and its a far more unique look than all the 30-something brown-haired white men that gamers love to play as these days. However, what makes his design truly great is the Master of Disguise element that Super Star introduced. Suddenly, Kirby had a full wardrobe of adorable matching hats for each power, and this element is where his simple look really shined. Shone? Sheend. The Kirby hats have given the little guy even more personality, prompting excitement on how he'd look with Smash newcomers' hats, and even inspiring a ton of Kirby hat fan art as well (Mickey Mouse Kirby, Iron Man Kirby, Harry Potter Kirby, etc etc). His constantly rotating disguises keep his design fresh from game to game.
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Here's the bottom line: no Kirby game is bad. They're all at least good! And there's two dozen of them! When you play a Kirby game, you know you're in for a pleasant, enjoyable time. Whether its by providing a new, innovative method of control, or providing co-op fun for you and a buddy, Kirby's been delivering the goods consistently since the early 90s. He's Old Reliable. Here are some of my favorite Kirby games... -Kirby's Adventure (NES): Super polished and beefy, especially for the NES. Tons to do, long, challenging quest, great music. And it introduced the power-stealing mechanic, Kirby's most notable ability! -Kirby Super Star (SNES): A clever format, tons of variety, co-op gameplay, full ability movesets and a stellar soundtrack all add up to my favorite Kirby game. Don't miss this gem! And try to play through it with a buddy! -Kirby Air Ride (GCN): A highly polished and innovative racer with a beautiful soundtrack. The best element is the hyper-addictive open-ended City Trial mode, which laid the groundwork for Smash Run in SSB 3DS. -Kirby's Epic Yarn (Wii): The cutest game ever, Epic Yarn fully commits to its yarn aesthetic in both visuals and gameplay. The Charlie Brown-esque soundtrack is a real treat, and the game oozes style from beginning to end.
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02/21/15, 19:24 Edited: 02/21/15, 19:23 |
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Best Top 10 ever! Of all Nintendo's series, Kirby seems to be the one that never* fails to please. Even the oddball outings make for fun diversions from his platforming mainstays. Kirby games just never get old! They're the bright cheery light in the gaming world plagued of browns and blood. Every reason you list I agree with... Especially the music. Some of Nintendo's best, no question. Return to Dreamland was a feast for the ears, and the early tunes are just as good as ever. Nothing will ever match the sheer joy listening to Float Islands brings. I just picked up Rainbow Curse, and though I'm not looking forward to playing with the GamePad, I am looking forward to hearing the music! Also, the colors. Oh those lovely Kirby series colors. As someone that sees the world through a Crayola lens, Kirby games are heaven to the eyes. Kirby games never take themselves too seriously, but they provide some serious fun. I look forward to the next Kirby platformer more than I do the next Mario one. Mario has disappointed, but Kirby never has*. Long live the pristine pink puff! *Edit: Forgot about Epic Yarn. Loathed that game. Awesome concept, but Good Feel ruined it (probably should give it another chance). The music, barfola on a stick. It's the reason I'm worried about Yarn Yoshi. They did an amazing job with Wario, though. Edit 2: Well, add Rainbow Curse to the list. No good due to requirement to use GamePad as sole screen. |
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@nate38Kirby Kirby Kirby, he's the star of the show! I'd like to see more of this cartoon--the few episodes I caught were cute and fun in their own way. And I rather like Dedede's characterization. @kriswrightHey, I didn't say that was my life! Just yours! (hm, does that count as snark?) @PogueSquadronNo doubt the soundtracks kick the atmosphere and feel of the worlds to the next level. Ultimately, though, I'm just a bit more impressed by how consistent and varied the series is. @NoNameWhoa, you hated Epic Yarn... and its music?? I guess it's somewhat of a divisive Kirby game since the platformer gameplay is unusual, but no more unusual than Mass Attack's platforming (for instance). Otherwise, I definitely agree with your post...and Rainbow Curse has already been very promising music-wise! There's a shockingly large number of remixes from the whole series to unlock in the sound test! Even if most of them aren't in the game proper... |
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@Beardednerd
Ugh... Mario Kart 8. The worst in the series, music wise. Thank goodness for that one DLC level with the dragon theme. It featured a wonderful tune. The snow one, too. But overall, just bad. So bad I don't even want to play the game. I know, I'm weird. I guess I just don't like jazzy, big band types of music. |
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