Developer: HAL Laboratory
Publisher: Nintendo
Platform: 3DS family of systems
Release Date: April 2016 (JP), June 10, 2016 (everywhere else)
Players: 1 (Main Game), 2-4 (Team Kirby Clash, local only)
Genre: Platformbot-ing
Price: $39.99 (US), €39.99, £34.99
Special Thanks: TheMoon!!!!! for the amazing graphics. Best viewed in Dark Theme.
Harness the power of the Robobot Armor!
Harness the power of a mysterious mech to stop ruthless invaders from mechanizing Kirby's home world. Smash through tough obstacles, lift heavy objects with ease, and scan enemies to shape-shift into new Modes with powerful abilities in this supercharged action-platformer!
That's right—Kirby's Robobot Armor can shape-shift into different modes by scanning enemies to copy their moves—like the new Jet Mode. Not to mention, Kirby™ can copy abilities the old-fashioned way too—by inhaling them!
Team Kirby Clash
Team up with three other players* or computer-controlled players to take on tough bosses in this RPG-style mode. Up to four systems can share one Game Card via Download Play.
Kirby 3D Rumble
Take down enemies and collect medals on 3D stages in this fast-paced, puzzle-style mode.
Plus returning favorites like The Arena and more!
Forbes said:Overall, this is a great platformer done better than most of the competition out there. If you have a 3DS then this is a necessary purchase, as it needs to be part of your gaming library.
Forbes - 9/10
Gamespot said:Planet Robobot's meager difficulty may feel like a turn off at times, but it's not a reason to write it off. Once you spend time sampling the large selection of powers in each stage, taking in the detailed visuals, the catchy soundtrack, and exploring the wealth of extra modes on hand, you are so focused on the game's pervasive charm that you're looking forward to the next delightful surprise, rather than praying for a grueling test of skill. Planet Robobot is another great feather in Kirby's cap that shouldn't be overlooked.
Gamespot - 8/10
Game Informer said:Planet Robobot has not moved Kirby forward in any significant way, but it’s a well-made platformer that’s worth completing.
Game Informer - 8/10
Opencritic - 82
Review Thread is here with links to more reviews!
-Tap any compatible amiibo™ figure in Story Mode and Kirby™ will inhale the in-game figure to gain a Copy Ability
-Tap any of the new Kirby series amiibo™ figures to give Kirby a unique look or special Copy Ability
Reveal Trailer
Overview Trailer
Nintendo Minute: 'Let's Robot!'