85
Though it’s not technically perfect by any means, Star Allies remains entertaining from start to finish. Let the puffball meet the misfits, it’s time for Kirby to shine on Switch.
80
Simply put, Star Allies looks great, sounds great and plays great. [05/2018, p.47]
90
Kirby Star Allies makes the simplicity of smiling a lasting thing. The game is beautiful and has music that impresses by it's quality. The title is very amusing and if you can join three more friends, you will have one of the funniest experiences on the Nintendo Switch. It is an experience that should be appreciated in its entirety.
9
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2
This is the worst less engaging Kirby game I've EVER played. I unironically had more fun with the best Kirby's adventure than with this game. It is such a snoozefest I couldn't bother completing over 2% of the game. As a Kirby fan, don't play this, it'll waste your time. It has plain level design, it's way too easy, and it's just boring.
10
insanely epic game idk why others dont like it?? it has insanely good characters and story to it. i will always and forever recommend this game.
Kirby Star Allies
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Mar 16, 2018
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73
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7.4
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Mar 21, 2018
96
Kirby: Star Allies is an all-together pleasant game. Which is especially needed, both in the Nintendo Switch library and in the current climate of 2018. We need something simple and enjoyable that brings a smile to our faces. We need a game we can play with anyone we know, without worrying about possible barriers. It is a delight, and Switch owners will definitely appreciate adventuring with their buddy again.
Mar 14, 2018
84
Kirby Star Allies remains faithful to the vision of Sakurai, though it's much easier and very funny at the same time. The journey will be anything but challenging (and there are a couple of interesting extra game modes), but it will be an entertaining one. Definitely recommended for a younger audience, or if you have children.
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Apr 5, 2026
10
insanely epic game idk why others dont like it?? it has insanely good characters and story to it. i will always and forever recommend this game.
Jun 11, 2025
10
本作は初のHDのカービィなので特段グラフィックに力を入れています。シリーズをカービィとその仲間たちと歩いてきた方には最高のファンサービス作品です。致命的な点のロード時間や処理落ちする技、一部重いステージはSwitch2の更新データによって完璧な作品へと昇華しました。
Mar 14, 2018
80
Mixing in the four-player element makes for some hilarious antics, and the augmented powers that can be utilised make for some extremely exciting scenarios. The only drawback is the age-old concern of things being a bit simpler than desired, but HAL has packed in plenty of entertaining content to appease fans new and old alike.
Mar 14, 2018
75
Kirby is back and it’s as charming as ever, but this adventure isn’t as good as the best ones in the series. It is a good game, but it’s way too easy (even for a Kirby game) and a little uninspired.
Mar 14, 2018
70
Kirby Star Allies is good, at times enjoyable even. It’s lacking in the single-player experience, though, especially compared to Kirby’s recent outings on Nintendo 3DS. The multiplayer is fun, but the focus on it might leave some fans in the cold. As someone who enjoys everything Kirby, I was left somewhat flat until the end of the campaign and the post-game. On my second run with friends, I did see the true potential of the game.
Mar 14, 2018
65
Its levels are predictable, the puzzles are obvious, and the four-player co-op adds little besides the literal ability to have four people playing at the same time.
Mar 14, 2018
40
Kirby’s games never seem fair on the enemies but this tiresome and poorly balanced co-op platformer offers little chance of fun for them or you.
Dec 15, 2025
7
Kirby Star Allies is colorful, charming, and very accessible, making it great for casual play and co-op fun. The Friend system is enjoyable, and the fan service is strong, especially with later updates adding classic characters. However, the main campaign is quite easy and short, lacking challenge for experienced players. While the postgame content improves things, it doesn’t fully escape feeling safe and simple. A fun but lightweight Kirby entry.
Dec 15, 2025
7
Es colorido, bello, divertido, variado, de duración acorde y muy bueno para jugar con amigos. Su mayor falencia es su casi nula dificultad, es un juego muy pero muy fácil por lo menos en su modo historia.
Dec 13, 2024
4
If I didn't get this game in a second-hand bundle with 5 other Switch games, I would've never purchased this game. This thing bored me to tears, from its trivial gameplay, to its really overpowered allies system, to its overall lack of personality in the context of the rest of the series. I am not sure if the experience improves with multiplayer, but the tedium of the singleplayer mode is everything that a Kirby game shouldn't be.
May 9, 2024
4
Nintendo interactive is the studio that have most iconic and brand-new gameplay in history of game. Almost every game was released by nintendo has unique or most satisfying gameplay. However, in this brand-new Kirby franchise game star allies has no any of it additional bad level desinging and high price. First of all, there are not any kind of satisfying thing to push myself to continue it in Kirby Star Allies's gameplay. The game was totally desinged to play with 4 players like mobile games. This decision sometimes do not be awful to make a game but it is totally desinged for it that is why it is so boring to play it alone. For example, If you want to see or collect most of the items and coins, you need to make some friendly allies by using your throwable heart. When your team is full of members you do not need to put your effort to finish the episode because your allies can easily clear enimies in the level. Moreover, one argument against this cannot be ignored level desinging is so boring too. In addition to boring gameplay, level desing is also as bad as gameplay. For that reason, even if you play the game with your friends is not enjoyable. In addition to these, Price wants for the game, which has not complex level desing or enjoyable gameplay, is 60 dolar same price with zelda BOTW or GOW by offering mobile game contents. It is not acceptable. Consequently, Star Allies is the nintendo's biggest disappointment around all switch games by offering high price to play unenjoyable gameplay and level desinging. Maybe 5 or 10 dolar is enough to try Kirby Star Allies. Not more that !
SummaryThe pink puff is backin HDand he's not alone. Kirby is backand he's finally on the Nintendo Switch console in HD. But this time, he's not alone. Recruit enemies by hitting them with hearts and gather helpers for a party of up to four characters. On top of that, you can join with up to three friends for a different kind of team-up action.... Read More
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