@today-in-kirby.bsky.social
Posts what happened today in Kirby. Includes releases of games in various regions, game reveals, episodes of the anime in Japan and USA, novel releases, and maybe some other books/content Inspired by @serebiiotd.bsky.social Run by @gigi9714.bsky.social
On this day in 2014, 11 years ago, Kirby: Triple Deluxe released in South Korea.
The game has Kirby go rescue King Dedede who was captured by Taranza. To do so, he has the climb the Dreamstalk and adventure in Floralia. The game features Hypernova and the ability to go to the foreground.
On this day in 2021, 4 years ago, the book It's Kirby Time: A Hug from Kirby was released in Japan.
The story follows Adeleine and Kirby. Adeleine falls in love and Kirby wonders what love is, and hugs many others trying to understand love.
On this day in 2004, 21 years ago, The Very Best of Kirby: 52 Hit Tracks and Kirby & The Amazing Mirror Sound Plus released in Japan.
The first CD contains music from Kirby & The Amazing Mirror, plus some tracks from other media, while the second features 52 tracks across the series' games.
On this day in 2004, 21 years ago, Kirby & The Amazing Mirror released in Japan.
The game features four player multiplayer and a non-linear map, and levels and bosses can be defeated in any order. It was primarily developed by Flagship, but HAL Laboratory was still involved.
On this day in 2020, 5 years ago, the English version of Kirby Art & Style Collection was released.
This book is an artbook with all sorts of illustrations and artwork of the Kirby series, from games, side media, merchandise, and more. It also includes some concept art and sketches.
On this day in 2017, 8 years ago, Team Kirby Clash Deluxe released worldwide.
The game is free-to-start spinoff based on the sub-game Team Kirby Clash from Kirby: Planet Robobot. The gameplay involves Team Kirby completing Quests by taking down enemies.
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On this day in 2004, 21 years ago, Kirby Air Ride released in Australia.
The game is a multiplayer racing spin-off, and the last Kirby game directed by Masahiro Sakurai. It's known for its City Trial mode, and a lot from it carried over to Super Smash Bros. games.
On this day in 2018, 7 years ago, the Wave 1 update of Kirby Star Allies released worldwide.
This update added three new playable characters: Rick & Kine & Coo, Marx, and Gooey. It also added a new Celebration Picture, and some other minor stuff.
On this day in 1998, 27 years ago, Kirby's Dream Land 3 released in Japan.
The game features three new Animal Friends: Nago, Pitch and Chuchu, and playable Gooey. It is one of the three Kirby games directed by Shinichi Shimomura, that form the "Dark Matter Trilogy".
On this day in 2022, 3 years ago, Kirby and the Forgotten Land released worldwide.
The game is the first mainline Kirby game to be a 3D platformer. The story starts when Kirby and company get sucked through a mysterious vortex and are sent to a new world.
On this day in 2005, 20 years ago, Kirby: Canvas Curse released in Japan.
The game is a spinoff touch platformer, where Kirby is a ball and is controlled via Rainbow Lines. It was the first Kirby game to feature a Soul boss, and in which Shinya Kumazaki had a director role.
On this day in 2000, 25 years ago, Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards released in Japan.
The game features Power Combos, and was the first Kirby game where Kirby is voiced by Makiko Ohmoto. It is one of the three Kirby games directed by Shinichi Shimomura, that form the "Dark Matter Trilogy".
On this day in 1993, 32 years ago, Kirby's Adventure released in Japan.
The game introduced various elements that would carry to future Kirby games, such as Copy Abilities, Meta Knight and various other characters, sub-games, Goal Game, and much more.
On this day in 2003, 22 years ago, the episode The Prediction Predicament - Part I of the Kirby anime first aired in the USA.
The plot involves King Dedede having a nightmare about a giant flaming Kirby chasing him down, so he goes to Mabel to have his fortune read.
On this day in 2003, 22 years ago, the episode Fossil Fools - Part I of the Kirby anime first aired in Japan.
The plot involves everyone in Dream Land getting interested in dinosaurs, to the point where King Dedede does anything in his power to find live dinosaurs.
On this day in 1996, 29 years ago, Kirby Super Star released in Japan.
The game features six main games, unlike other games in the series. It introduced many elements that carried to future games, such as Copy Ability hats and movesets, and was the first mainline game with multiplayer.
On this day in 1995, 30 years ago, Kirby's Dream Land 2 released in Japan.
The game introduced the Animal Friends Rick, Coo, and Kine, as well as the villain Dark Matter for the first time. It is one of the three Kirby games directed by Shinichi Shimomura, that form the "Dark Matter Trilogy".
On this day in 2004, 21 years ago, the episode The Chill Factor of the Kirby anime first aired in the USA.
The plot involves the summer weather in Dream Land taking a sudden turn toward snowy conditions, as an iceberg containing the wandering Pengy tribe makes landfall and settles in.
On this day in 2004, 21 years ago, Kirby & The Amazing Mirror was delayed in Japan.
The game was originally scheduled to release on March 25th, 2004, but was delayed to April 15th due to bugs found in the game. As a result, the game also got a price cut. web.archive.org/web/20040405...
On this day in 2018, 7 years ago, Kirby Star Allies released in most regions.
The game is a culmination title that celebrates the history of the series. It is primarily a multiplayer game and features a vast selection of playable characters, many added in free updates.
Today is the anniversary of FOUR Kirby novel volumes:
Kirby and the Big Panic in Gloomy Woods! - 2014, 11 years
Kirby: Meta Knight and the Galaxy's Greatest Warrior - 2017, 8 years
Kirby's Decisive Battle! Battle Royale!! - 2018, 7 years
Kirby: Big Trouble in Patch Land! - 2019, 6 years
On this day in 2020, 5 years ago, the novel volume Kirby and the Search for the Dreamy Gears! released in Japan.
The story happens in an alternate steampunk-like reality and is based on the Kirby's Dreamy Gear merchandise series.
On this day in 2023, 2 years ago, Kirby of the Stars HD Remastered Edition All-Round Complete Box released in Japan.
It is an official home release for the Japanese version of Kirby: Right Back at Ya! on Blu-ray. It includes all episodes, remastered in HD, plus some extra content.
On this day in 2024, 1 year ago, the novel volume Kirby: The Dream Onsen is a Good Hot Springโช released in Japan.
The story has Kirby and others help the residents of Sunset Village revitalize the village to its glory days, and one of the means ends up building an onsen.
On this day in 2021, 4 years ago, the novel volume Kirby Fighters: The Destined Rivals!! released in Japan.
The story is an adaptation of the story mode of Kirby Fighters 2, and has Kirby and Bandana Waddle Dee climb the Buddy Fighters Tower to fight King Dedede and Meta Knight.
On this day in 2022, 3 years ago, the novel volume Kirby: Welcome to the Starlight Theater! released in Japan.
The story has Kirby and friends going to the Starlight Theater, but Meta Knight wants to investigate its host, Lulu. It is based on the Starlight Theater merchandise series.
On this day in 2023, 2 years ago, the novel volume Kirby: Sever Evil with a Slash in a Flash! released in Japan.
The story is a jidaigeki (meaning that it is based on Japanese culture during the Edo period) based on the Samurai Kirby sub-game, featuring a unique story about the "Setsuna Scroll".
On this day in 2022, 3 years ago, the fourth volume of Kirby Manga Mania released in the USA.
This volume includes stories such as Adeleine painting herself a boyfriend, Meta Knight losing his mask, and Gordo's invincibility affecting his life negatively.
On this day in 2019, 6 years ago, Kirby's Extra Epic Yarn released in most regions.
The game is a port of Kirby's Epic Yarn, adding new content such as the Ravel Abilities, Devilish Mode, Dedede Gogogo, and Slash & Bead. However, it lacks multiplayer, and Prince Fluff isn't playable.
