Overview

• Sakurai celebrated Sora Co.’s 20th anniversary on social media and noted that no gameplay footage for Kirby Air Riders has yet been released.
• Since its cinematic launch trailer in April, Nintendo has not shown any in-game footage or detailed gameplay mechanics.
• The title passed an official age classification in Saudi Arabia in July, indicating its development is progressing.
• Former Nintendo marketing leads and analysts have suggested that limited public information could push its release into 2026.
• Observers are watching for a Nintendo Direct or Gamescom presentation to deliver the first gameplay and release date announcement.