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Nintendo Releases 7-Minute Kirby Air Riders Overview Ahead of Global Test Ride

The trailer is currently available only in Japanese, with localized assets expected soon.

Overview

  • Nintendo’s new video recaps key systems including Boost Charge braking and drifting into dashes, quick spin attacks, rider-specific Specials, and Copy Abilities.
  • Air Ride races feature online and local competition for up to six players, emphasizing fast, combat-infused driving.
  • City Trial takes place in Skyah with free-for-all play for 16 online or eight via local wireless, five-minute power-up runs, unpredictable Field Events, and a Stadium finale.
  • Confirmed selections include riders such as Kirby, Meta Knight, King Dedede, Magolor and machines like Warp Star, Wheelie Bike, Paper Star, Winged Star, and Tank Star.
  • Dual-pack amiibo function as in-game Figure Players that can be tapped in and leveled through racing, while a limited Global Test Ride runs November 8–9 and November 15–16 ahead of the November 20 Switch 2 launch.