Tag: kirby franchise

Kirby: Canvas Curse – DS

When it comes to Kirby, most of us know what to expect. However, in an effort to do something really special with the DS, Nintendo came up with Kirby: Canvas Curse, a platforming game that only uses the stylus for movement. Creative? Innovative? Certainly! But how does it stack up when it comes to actually playing the game…?

Kirby: Squeak Squad – DS

Kirby may not have much of a place with the world’s hardcore gamers, but for those of us who enjoy a whimsical, lighthearted romp throughout the imagination, our little pink friend never disappoints. Kirby: Squeak Squad for Nintendo DS is just another great example of all the things that make Kirby entertaining, irresistible, and memorable.

Kirby Triple Deluxe – 3DS

Platform:  Nintendo 3DS Release Date (NA):  May 2nd, 2014 Developer:  HAL Laboratory Publisher:  Nintendo Genre:  Platformer Nerd Rating:  8.5 out of 10     The latest Kirby installment is another in the long line of fine releases for the 3DS.  With so much gameplay packed into Kirby Triple Deluxe, it’s sure to keep anyone busy… Continue reading Kirby Triple Deluxe – 3DS

Kirby’s Dream Land 2 – Game Boy

Platform:  Game Boy Release Date (NA):  May 1st, 1995 Developer:  HAL Laboratory Publisher:  Nintendo Genre:  Platformer Nerd Rating:  9 out of 10       When it comes to tiny screens full of simple shapes and relegated to gray/green and black, there are inherent limitations to what a video game can do.  It takes a measure… Continue reading Kirby’s Dream Land 2 – Game Boy

Kirby’s Dream Land – Game Boy

Platform:  Game Boy Release Date (NA):  August 1st, 1992 Developer:  HAL Laboratory Publisher:  Nintendo Genre:  Platformer Nerd Rating:  6.5 out of 10     Kirby’s Dream Land stands out firmly as my second most prominent memory of the green and gray Game Boy.  When Tetris would inevitably get too tiring, it was time for something a little… Continue reading Kirby’s Dream Land – Game Boy