Kirby Air Ride Sequel “Kirby: Sky Knights” Reviews Lift Off Tomorrow!

Directed by legendary Masahiro Sakurai (creator of the Kirby series and Super Smash Bros.), the long-awaited true successor to 2003’s Kirby Air Ride finally arrives.

Kirby: Sky Knights is a high-speed racing-action game built exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2, and its review embargo lifts tomorrow, November 20, 2025 — the same day the game launches worldwide.

The original Kirby Air Ride on GameCube holds a modest 61 on Metacritic, earning mixed reviews at release. However, over the past two decades, it has built a passionate cult following that adores its unique “one-button” controls, chaotic City Trial mode, and endless replayability.

After 22 years, Sakurai has returned to direct this spiritual successor personally. The new title puts heavy emphasis on choosing different Knights (riders) and vehicles, blistering speed, and refined core mechanics that fans hope will address many of the original’s criticisms.

Metacritic page currently reads “Reviews Not Yet Available,” but early industry buzz and player sentiment are overwhelmingly positive — most expect Kirby: Sky Knights to soar well past its predecessor’s score.

Will Sakurai’s comeback deliver the definitive Kirby racing experience? We will find out in less than 24 hours! Who’s grabbing it day one?

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