Kevin Dunsmore
Hardcore GamerKirby Air Riders Review: Fast-Paced Racing with Unique Mechanics
Published 12/3/2025
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Switch 2 - 11/20/2025
Kirby Air Riders is the long-awaited sequel to Kirby Air Ride on the Gamecube. Pick your rider, pick your machine, and mount up for competition! Take on your rivals in frantic arena battles or fast-paced races on the ground and in the air. Use the Boost Charge button to brake and control your turns as your machine automatically fights for top speed. Fill your Boost Charge Gauge as you drift around the bend and release it to trigger an explosive dash!
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77
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The critic average is 77 across 17 scored reviews, with a 55-point spread. Critics are far apart on this one.
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Kirby Air Riders Review: Fast-Paced Racing with Unique Mechanics
Published 12/3/2025
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Read originalKirby Air Riders Review - Star Ships We're Meant To Fly - Game Informer
Published 11/26/2025
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85
+8 vs critic avg
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Read originalKirby Air Riders review – cute pink squishball challenges Mario for Nintendo racing supremacy
Published 11/26/2025
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60
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Read originalReview: Kirby Air Riders
Published 11/24/2025
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95
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Read originalKirby Air Riders review
Published 11/20/2025
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80
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Read originalKirby Air Riders review: "This racer is also equal parts fighting game, minigame collection, and roguelike – and I'm shocked at how well that works" | GamesRadar+Total FilmTotal Film
Published 11/19/2025
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80
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Read originalKirby Air Riders review – Nintendo’s pink puffball rides again
Published 11/19/2025
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40
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Read originalKirby Air Riders Review
Published 11/19/2025
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80
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Read originalKirby Air Riders review – a refreshingly chaotic Nintendo kart racer that dares to be different
Published 11/19/2025
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80
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Read originalReview: Kirby Air Riders (Switch 2) - Incredibly Chaotic, But Satisfyingly Deep & Rewarding Racing
Published 11/19/2025
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