New Kirby game coming to Wii!

[Slyakin]

this truly looks like a real KIRBY game not like that BS we got

Well, Kirby's Epic Yarn was an absolutely beautiful game for the Wii. I've never seen a nicer looking 2D game.


This though... THIS IS WHAT I HAVE BEEN DREAMING OF.

 

[Goli]

I all fairness "Epic Yarn" was originally developed as it's own entity only to have kirby slapped on later to give it a more memorable well known character. Yes there's really no challenge in Epic Yarn but I think Nintendo wanted to spark interest in Kirby again before they released this new one.

That being said I kind of wonder if maybe Epic Yarn didn't sell well and that's the only reason this new one is coming out?

It sold a lot.
Better than Metroid: Other M, for example.

http://www.nintendo.co.jp/ir/pdf/2011/110128e.pdf

 

[TheDarkSeed]

They really screwed us with that yarn. This is a great make up. I actually can't wait!

 

[r3l4x]

Slightly better translation:
Also, in regards to "Hoshi no Kirby" (Kirby of the stars), since last year saw the release of Kirby Epic Yarn,
we have kept you waiting for the latest instalment of our enemy sucking, body changing ("the real") Kirby.
The new "Hoshi no Kirby" for the Wii is being developed by HAL Laboratories. We also provide a movie for
for you to watch. Hoshi no Kirby has been scheduled for sale sometime this year.

Just so the info seems a bit more correct. But I guess everyone kind of got the point already.

 

[geoflcl]

Oh, joyous day!

I must say that after Kirby's Epic Yarn was announced, I had come to the conclusion that that game was what sprouted from the old Gamecube Kirby project. Seeing this, I've never been so happy to have been wrong!

 

[Nintendo_Chick]

I sure hope it plays a lot like the N64 kirby. That game is easily one of my favorites for N64

I hope not, that game is easily the worst of the "proper" Kirby titles.

What's wrong with it? Kirby 64 is one of my favorite Kirby games.
Not trying to start an argument or anything, just wondering.

I loved that game, I wish they would bring back the ability combos, it added a little strategy to the game. That combined with things to collect where you need a certain ability, making would add a lot of replay value.

 

[gamefan5]

Now here's what I think about this game. IT LOOKS AWESOME. But, what are the odds that two main kirby games are in the same console? Let's review shall we?
N64: Kirby 64 The crystal shards got released. However, Kirby Air Ride has been cancelled.
NGC: Kirby Air Ride has been released. However, the highly anticipated untitled Kirby game got cancelled.
Wii: A completely new and original game was released: Kirby's Epic Yarn.

Prediction: This kirby game shall be cancelled and shall definetely be ported on to Nintendo next home console.
However, I REALLY hope I'm wrong.

 

[dragon574444]

Cool. Hopefully this one has at least a little bit of a difficulty to it. Epic Yarn was fun, but there was no challenge at all. Not that Kirby games have ever been very difficult...

Why all the hate for epic yarn? Epic yarn was Beautifully produced, with very thoughtful and tight game-play. It had the best 2d graphics for any game in recent memory.

Yes, the audience was a younger crowd, and Kirby didn't have his power absorbing, but that doesn't give people the right to dismiss it as bad.

@ddragon574444
Did you get a gold medal in every level? All the treasures? Because getting gold in some of the extra levels, the two after each boss, is pretty challenging.

That I did. The treasures are very easy to find, none of them are too far out of the way. And getting gold medals is as simple as "pick up all the shiny things and don't get hit". I really liked the game, but it was clearly one for the kids.

 

[Midna]

My issue with Epic Yarn: You cannot die. I don't care if the game is based on collecting stuff. In the bloody final boss, you still cannot die.

However, this is my reaction to the news.

 

[machomuu]

Now here's what I think about this game. IT LOOKS AWESOME. But, what are the odds that two main kirby games are in the same console? Let's review shall we?
N64: Kirby 64 The crystal shards got released. However, Kirby Air Ride has been cancelled.
NGC: Kirby Air Ride has been released. However, the highly anticipated untitled Kirby game got cancelled.
Wii: A completely new and original game was released: Kirby's Epic Yarn.

Prediction: This kirby game shall be cancelled and shall definetely be ported on to Nintendo next home console.
However, I REALLY hope I'm wrong.

I doubt it, the "highly anticipated untitled Kirby game" was then moved to the Wii, and then remained quiet, so we cannot say that calender is consistent.

 

[ManFranceGermany]

 

[_Chaz_]

Was that a "Lasso" and a "Water" power?
I'm so fucking happy.


If this game supports ability mixing like in Crystal Shards, it will truly be an amazing game.

 

[Goli]

Was that a "Lasso" and a "Water" power?
I'm so fucking happy.


If this game supports ability mixing like in Crystal Shards, it will truly be an amazing game.

Water yes, but that's not a "lasso" power. It says "whip".

 

[gamefan5]

Now here's what I think about this game. IT LOOKS AWESOME. But, what are the odds that two main kirby games are in the same console? Let's review shall we?
N64: Kirby 64 The crystal shards got released. However, Kirby Air Ride has been cancelled.
NGC: Kirby Air Ride has been released. However, the highly anticipated untitled Kirby game got cancelled.
Wii: A completely new and original game was released: Kirby's Epic Yarn.

Prediction: This kirby game shall be cancelled and shall definetely be ported on to Nintendo next home console.
However, I REALLY hope I'm wrong.

I doubt it, the "highly anticipated untitled Kirby game" was then moved to the Wii, and then remained quiet, so we cannot say that calender is consistent.

Meh, I cannot say that it looks like the one on GCN. Well, Kirby Air Ride did not look like the one in 64 at all. Anyway, I'm just saying that it may be ported to the next console. Of course, I hope Nintendo can prove me wrong.

 

[gamefan5]

Was that a "Lasso" and a "Water" power?
I'm so fucking happy.


If this game supports ability mixing like in Crystal Shards, it will truly be an amazing game.

Water yes, but that's not a "lasso" power. It says "whip".

As in Whip my hair? LOL. Anyway, I hope they're not the only new ones.

Sorry for double post.

 

[PeregrinFig]

Was that a "Lasso" and a "Water" power?
I'm so fucking happy.


If this game supports ability mixing like in Crystal Shards, it will truly be an amazing game.

I agree, experimenting with combining abilities was the most enjoyable part of Crystal Shards to me. A lot of the dual abilities were extremely overpowered, but it was still really fun trying out combinations to see what would happen.

 

[m3rox]

I want that canceled GCN game to be released on the Wii. It looked pretty good from what I can remember.

 

[Deleted_171835]

I'm excited for this!

Kirby's Epic Yarn didn't feel like a proper Kirby game too me. You couldn't even die in the game! It reminds me of Kirby 64.

 

[granville]

I sure hope it plays a lot like the N64 kirby. That game is easily one of my favorites for N64

I hope not, that game is easily the worst of the "proper" Kirby titles.

I consider Squeak Squad the worst "proper" Kirby game. It felt way too easy, generic, and a step back from previous Kirby games. It was short too, even when going for completion.

And i know i'm likely to get a metric ton of negative backlash for this next statement. As much as i enjoy the game and respect it for bringing Kirby to us, Kirby's Dreamland 1 on the original black and white Gameboy has aged really badly compared to the rest of the series. That makes it one of my least favorites compared to the rest of the series. Mostly due to the shortness of it, easiness, and not having established most of the gameplay elements of the rest of the series (like the ability to copy enemy powers). I can easily breeze through it in about 30 minutes. When i first played it at the age of 6, i had already completed Dreamland 2 (which was my first Kirby game, and a great one), it was WAY too easy and short. I only died once and beat it in less than an hour. I'd have to say the original Dreamland and Squeak Squad are both worse than Kirby 64. *flame shield on*

Not trying to insult anyone of course. I'm sure people will disagree, and i probably shouldn't even say what i did as i'm not opening myself to hate. But that's honestly how i feel. Dreamland was excused from not being quite up to par, it was the original game and many of the polish and Kirby elements were introduced in the sequels. It is to be loved and respected for introducing the series, so i have a lot of love for it. Easy, short, and lacking core Kirby elements though it may be.

I do like Kirby 64 btw. Not my favorite Kirby, but it's fun. And i really liked the ability mixing system in the game. It was surprisingly deep for being a Kirby game, there were a ton of combinations you could use. They really pushed that element and it shows. My only issue with the game was that the control felt a little stiff compared to other Kirby games. I don't know why either. My favorite ability system (and favorite Kirby game) still remains Super Star. I liked all the combos you could pull, and i could definitely see some early elements from Smash Bros in it. I liked all the games too, led to a lot of diverse stories and even gameplay elements.

That being said, this new one is looking like it's turning out nicely. Glad to have a new traditional Kirby game for a console. Was a shame that they canceled the Gamecube one, but this one is looking somewhat like it (with more Kirby-esque environments). Only real difference appears to be that they did away with (or perhaps just aren't showing off at this time) the buddy system.

 

[Heran Bago]

You don't have to be so defensive about your opinions Granville. I completely agree with you, the first Kirby has aged terribly. It's nice having some depth and variety.