Kirby and the Forgotten Land

Flush with a gorgeous and uplifting soundtrack, Forgotten Land is a heart-warming and no-stress experience while providing some fun challenges and deeper upgrades should you want them. Either way, this is a must-have game and yet another instant Nintendo classic that's not only warmly familiar, but also subtly inventive in a way that'll keep you hooked until the end.

Kirby and the Forgotten Land is far better than I could have imagined. Its ruined yet beautiful world carries a tone of wonder and amazement throughout the entire game, and HAL Laboratory undoubtedly stuck the landing while transitioning the series’ gameplay into 3D. Though I am disappointed in the small number of copy abilities, the game’s issues are mere bumps in the road compared to its many triumphs. It is the only game I can think of to make me cry from the sheer joy of how cute and heartwarming it can be, and it is in my opinion the best game Kirby’s name has ever been on.

The way Kirby and the Forgotten builds on the traditions of the series really makes it feel like we've entered into a new era for the pink puffball. The bigger, more open 3D setting full of challenges and inventive features makes this an unmissable adventure for long-time fans. And for newcomers, I can't think of a better introduction. There's just no holding back my excitement about what the future may hold for the series going forward. Kirby and the Forgotten Land truly is a delight from start to finish.

Kirby and the Forgotten Land is an adorable game with creative levels that make the most of the excellent power ups like mouthful mode, and it’s all set to a remarkable soundtrack. There’s a surprising amount of extra activities, and levels do a superb job of incentivizing you to seek out hidden objectives in order to expand the charming hub town and power up your arsenal. The technical shortcomings and some minor platforming woes at the hands of the camera work are the only blemishes on an otherwise marvelous game.

It likely won’t win over those who have already explored Odyssey’s vast platforming landscapes, but this is an ideal first step for those entering the world of gaming – or for those who simply want a relaxed co-operative experience with a healthy sprinkling of Nintendo magic.

Kirby and the Forgotten Land may not be the revolution some were expecting, but it is still a great platform game. We love the new transformations, setting, and lots of extras and minigames.

Look, if the Telegraph’s scoring policy would allow me to give extra points for cuteness, this game would be our highest rated game ever. I really mean that. Nothing else I’ve played comes close. Kirby makes the characters of Animal Crossing look about as appealing as the beasts from the most recent Resident Evil title. But The Forgotten Land feels like candyfloss, all sweetness but not enough substance. Kirby is one of Nintendo’s quirkiest and most charming characters, but he deserves better than a reheated take on one of his big brother Mario’s most forgettable outings.

this is such a unforgettable game and I would love to play it more but I finished the game.

It's a great transition to 3D for Kirby, also the mouthful transformations are pretty cool. I wouldn't consider this game anything too crazy, but it's still good.

Esta muy bien solo que ha veces he llegado a sentir los niveles muy fáciles y en ocasiones largos.

I've spent the last 2.5 years absent from this website because I was trying to beat Kirby. I wasted valuable time in my life playing what was ultimately the most horrific experience of my life... Many of you know-it-alls think you're elite for dissing let's players such as DSP Gaming for criticising the gameplay, but he's got a point actually. I respect people like him for standing up against mediocrity! I also thought this was disastrous from Nintendo since it does nothing for Kirby's enjoyability. It's the truth I feel... And you do not want to hear it. God bless Phil!

I don't know what to say here, I couldn't even finish the demo as I was so bored. This thing is polished, it looks and sounds great but gameplay is a bit lame. If you are getting it for a child, I would say double my score would be more accurate. For adults, it's an easy pass. It feels like Ys and Mario combined and aimed at very young kids.