“ | Inhale foes to gain Copy Abilities! Or hold ![]() |
— Flavor text • Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe |
Normal refers to Kirby's state when he does not have any Copy Ability.
Games[]
Kirby's Dream Land[]
Normal debuts in Kirby's Dream Land, being Kirby's only form in this game. This game introduced Kirby's basic actions, including walking, crouching, and jumping. Kirby's only methods of attack are inhaling, spitting out projectiles, and shooting air.
Techniques[]
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Walk Left | ![]() |
Kirby walks to the left. |
Walk Right | ![]() |
Kirby walks to the right. |
Fly | ![]() |
Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until ![]() |
Crouch | ![]() |
Kirby crouches down. This allows him to swallow enemies he inhaled, or drop through thin floors. |
Jump | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. |
Inhale/Star Spit | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as a star projectile. |
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Walk Left | ![]() |
Kirby walks to the left. |
Walk Right | ![]() |
Kirby walks to the right. |
Fly | ![]() |
Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until ![]() |
Crouch | ![]() |
Kirby crouches down. This allows him to swallow enemies he inhaled, or drop through thin floors. |
Jump | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. |
Inhale/Star Spit | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as a star projectile. |
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Walk Left | ![]() |
Kirby walks to the left. |
Walk Right | ![]() |
Kirby walks to the right. |
Fly | ![]() |
Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until ![]() |
Crouch | ![]() |
Kirby crouches down. This allows him to swallow enemies he inhaled, or drop through thin floors. |
Jump | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. |
Inhale/Star Spit | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as a star projectile. |
Kirby's Adventure and Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land[]
Normal returns in Kirby's Adventure, although it is now not the only form Kirby is limited to. Kirby gains some new moves, namely Dash, Slide, Water Gun, and Copy. Otherwise, the moveset is similar to that in Kirby's Dream Land.
In the remake, Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land, Kirby can now float using as in all games starting from Kirby Super Star, although pressing
still works.
Techniques[]
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Walk | ![]() |
Kirby walks in the intended direction. |
Run | ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. |
Squat | ![]() |
Kirby crouches down. This allows him to swallow enemies he inhaled, avoid some enemy attacks, or drop through thin floors. |
Jump | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. |
Slide | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. |
Go Up/Go Down | ![]() |
Kirby climbs up or down a ladder. |
Enter Doors | ![]() |
Kirby enters a door. |
Hover | ![]() |
Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until ![]() |
Air Pellets | ![]() |
Kirby exhales the air that he inhaled, damaging enemies in the process. Kirby then falls to the ground shortly after. |
Inhale | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as a star projectile. |
Puff Out | ![]() |
Kirby spits the inhaled object out as a star projectile. |
Swallow | ![]() |
Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. |
Swim | ![]() |
Kirby swims underwater at a faster speed than moving with ![]() |
Water Gun | ![]() |
Kirby shoots a waterspout to attack enemies or destroy certain blocks. |
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Walk | ![]() |
Kirby walks in the intended direction. |
Run | ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. |
Duck | ![]() |
Kirby crouches down. This allows him to swallow enemies he inhaled, avoid some enemy attacks, or drop through thin floors. |
Jump | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. |
Slide | ![]() ![]() or ![]() ![]() |
Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. |
Climb Up & Down Ladders | ![]() |
Kirby climbs up or down a ladder. |
Enter Doorways | ![]() |
Kirby enters a door. |
Float | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until ![]() |
Exhale Air Puffs | ![]() |
Kirby exhales the air that he inhaled, damaging enemies in the process. Kirby then falls to the ground shortly after. |
Inhale | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as a star projectile. |
Exhale | ![]() |
Kirby spits the inhaled object out as a star projectile. |
Swallow | ![]() |
Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. |
Swim | ![]() |
Kirby swims underwater at a faster speed than moving with ![]() |
Squirt | ![]() |
Kirby shoots a waterspout to attack enemies or destroy certain blocks. |
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Walk | ![]() |
Kirby walks in the intended direction. |
Run | ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. |
Squat | ![]() |
Kirby crouches down. This allows him to swallow enemies he inhaled, avoid some enemy attacks, or drop through thin floors. |
Jump | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. |
Slide | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. |
Go Up/Go Down | ![]() |
Kirby climbs up or down a ladder. |
Enter Doors | ![]() |
Kirby enters a door. |
Hover | ![]() |
Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until ![]() |
Air Pellets | ![]() |
Kirby exhales the air that he inhaled, damaging enemies in the process. Kirby then falls to the ground shortly after. |
Inhale | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as a star projectile. |
Puff Out | ![]() |
Kirby spits the inhaled object out as a star projectile. |
Swallow | ![]() |
Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. |
Swim | ![]() |
Kirby swims underwater at a faster speed than moving with ![]() |
Water Gun | ![]() |
Kirby shoots a waterspout to attack enemies or destroy certain blocks. |
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Walk | ![]() |
Kirby walks in the intended direction. |
Run | ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. |
Duck | ![]() |
Kirby crouches down. This allows him to swallow enemies he inhaled, avoid some enemy attacks, or drop through thin floors. |
Jump | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. |
Slide | ![]() ![]() or ![]() ![]() |
Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. |
Climb Up & Down Ladders | ![]() |
Kirby climbs up or down a ladder. |
Enter Doorways | ![]() |
Kirby enters a door. |
Float | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until ![]() |
Exhale Air Puffs | ![]() |
Kirby exhales the air that he inhaled, damaging enemies in the process. Kirby then falls to the ground shortly after. |
Inhale | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as a star projectile. |
Exhale | ![]() |
Kirby spits the inhaled object out as a star projectile. |
Swallow | ![]() |
Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. |
Swim | ![]() |
Kirby swims underwater at a faster speed than moving with ![]() |
Squirt | ![]() |
Kirby shoots a waterspout to attack enemies or destroy certain blocks. |
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Walk | ![]() |
Kirby walks in the intended direction. |
Run | ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. |
Squat | ![]() |
Kirby crouches down. This allows him to swallow enemies he inhaled, avoid some enemy attacks, or drop through thin floors. |
Jump | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. |
Slide | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. |
Go Up/Go Down | ![]() |
Kirby climbs up or down a ladder. |
Enter Doors | ![]() |
Kirby enters a door. |
Hover | ![]() |
Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until ![]() |
Air Pellets | ![]() |
Kirby exhales the air that he inhaled, damaging enemies in the process. Kirby then falls to the ground shortly after. |
Inhale | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as a star projectile. |
Puff Out | ![]() |
Kirby spits the inhaled object out as a star projectile. |
Swallow | ![]() |
Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. |
Swim | ![]() |
Kirby swims underwater at a faster speed than moving with ![]() |
Water Gun | ![]() |
Kirby shoots a waterspout to attack enemies or destroy certain blocks. |
Kirby's Dream Course[]
Normal is the base form of Kirby and Keeby in Kirby's Dream Course. Instead of gaining Special Powers through inhaling enemies, Kirby and Keeby instead obtain them by defeating them.
Techniques[]
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Fly | ![]() |
Kirby or Keeby choose to make an air shot. |
Ground Shot | ![]() |
Kirby or Keeby choose to make a ground shot. |
Spin | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby or Keeby choose what angle they should be shot at. |
Change Shot Angle | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby or Keeby rotate themselves 45º to the left (when ![]() ![]() |
Scroll | ![]() |
By holding ![]() ![]() |
Shot Panel | ![]() |
Kirby or Keeby brings up the Shot Panel, which allows their power and shot curve to be selected. |
Power Meter | ![]() |
Kirby or Keeby has to press ![]() |
Open Spin Panel | ![]() |
If ![]() |
Use Special Powers | ![]() |
Kirby or Keeby use their Special Powers while they move. |
Cancel Shot | ![]() |
Kirby or Keeby cancels their shot. |
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Fly | ![]() |
Kirby or Keeby choose to make an air shot. |
Ground Shot | ![]() |
Kirby or Keeby choose to make a ground shot. |
Spin | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby or Keeby choose what angle they should be shot at. |
Change Shot Angle | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby or Keeby rotate themselves 45º to the left (when ![]() ![]() |
Scroll | ![]() |
By holding ![]() ![]() |
Shot Panel | ![]() |
Kirby or Keeby brings up the Shot Panel, which allows their power and shot curve to be selected. |
Power Meter | ![]() |
Kirby or Keeby has to press ![]() |
Open Spin Panel | ![]() |
If ![]() |
Cancel Shot | ![]() |
Kirby or Keeby cancels their shot. |
Kirby's Dream Land 2[]
In Kirby's Dream Land 2, Kirby loses the ability to dash and slide, but retains the Copy Ability mechanic.
Techniques[]
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Fly | ![]() |
Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until ![]() |
Enter door | ![]() |
Kirby enters a door. |
Swallow → Copy special power | ![]() |
Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. |
Sit down | ![]() |
Kirby crouches down. This allows him to swallow enemies he inhaled and avoid some enemy attacks. |
Drop through thin floor | ![]() |
Kirby drops through thin floors. |
Moves Kirby | ![]() |
Kirby walks in the intended direction. |
Jump | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. |
Inhale → Exhale | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as a star projectile. |
Use water gun in water | ![]() |
Kirby shoots a waterspout to attack enemies or destroy certain blocks. |
Use air gun in the air | ![]() |
Kirby exhales the air that he inhaled, damaging enemies in the process. Kirby then falls to the ground shortly after. |
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Fly | ![]() |
Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until ![]() |
Enter door | ![]() |
Kirby enters a door. |
Swallow → Copy special power | ![]() |
Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. |
Sit down | ![]() |
Kirby crouches down. This allows him to swallow enemies he inhaled and avoid some enemy attacks. |
Drop through thin floor | ![]() |
Kirby drops through thin floors. |
Moves Kirby | ![]() |
Kirby walks in the intended direction. |
Jump | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. |
Inhale → Exhale | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as a star projectile. |
Use water gun in water | ![]() |
Kirby shoots a waterspout to attack enemies or destroy certain blocks. |
Use air gun in the air | ![]() |
Kirby exhales the air that he inhaled, damaging enemies in the process. Kirby then falls to the ground shortly after. |
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Fly | ![]() |
Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until ![]() |
Enter door | ![]() |
Kirby enters a door. |
Swallow → Copy special power | ![]() |
Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. |
Sit down | ![]() |
Kirby crouches down. This allows him to swallow enemies he inhaled and avoid some enemy attacks. |
Drop through thin floor | ![]() |
Kirby drops through thin floors. |
Moves Kirby | ![]() |
Kirby walks in the intended direction. |
Jump | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. |
Inhale → Exhale | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as a star projectile. |
Use water gun in water | ![]() |
Kirby shoots a waterspout to attack enemies or destroy certain blocks. |
Use air gun in the air | ![]() |
Kirby exhales the air that he inhaled, damaging enemies in the process. Kirby then falls to the ground shortly after. |
Kirby's Block Ball[]
In Kirby's Block Ball, Kirby becomes the ball in Breakout style. He can obtain Copy Abilities by defeating enemies, since he cannot inhale.
Techniques[]
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Move Horizontal Paddle | ![]() |
The horizontal paddle is moved. |
Move Vertical Paddle | ![]() |
The vertical paddle is moved. |
Kirby Power A | ![]() |
The paddle becomes an arc, allowing Kirby turn from his Ball form into his Kirby form and become much more powerful. |
Launch the Ball | ![]() |
After confirming which direction Kirby will travel, pressing ![]() |
Kirby Super Star and Kirby Super Star Ultra[]
In Kirby Super Star, Kirby's base moveset has further increased, adding moves such as Normal Beam and Guard. Additionally, Slide and Dash from Kirby's Adventure return. This game also introduced Kirby's ability to hover using ; pressing
to hover no longer works.
In Kirby Super Star Ultra, Kirby regains the ability to hover using , although Kirby's hovering form has to be initiated by pressing
or
first.
Techniques[]
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Inhaling/Spitting | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as a star projectile. |
Jump/Hovering | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. If already airborne, Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until either ![]() |
Copy an enemy | ![]() |
Kirby receives a Copy Ability from a swallowed enemy. |
Return a helper | ![]() |
Kirby uses Normal Beam to turn his Helper into an Ability Item. |
Special Operations | ||
Dash | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. |
Sliding | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. |
Guard | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby curls into a defensive position, reducing damage taken from enemies. |
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Jump/Hover | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. If already airborne, Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until either ![]() |
Inhale/Spit | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as a star projectile. |
Return Helper | ![]() |
Kirby uses Normal Beam to turn his Helper into an Ability Item. |
Dash | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. |
Slide | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. |
Guard | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby curls into a defensive position, reducing damage taken from enemies. |
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Inhaling/Spitting | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as a star projectile. |
Jump/Hovering | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. If already airborne, Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until either ![]() |
Copy an enemy | ![]() |
Kirby receives a Copy Ability from a swallowed enemy. |
Return a helper | ![]() |
Kirby uses Normal Beam to turn his Helper into an Ability Item. |
Special Operations | ||
Dash | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. |
Sliding | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. |
Guard | ![]() |
Kirby curls into a defensive position, reducing damage taken from enemies. |
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Inhaling/Spitting | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as a star projectile. |
Jump/Hovering | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. If already airborne, Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until either ![]() |
Copy an enemy | ![]() |
Kirby receives a Copy Ability from a swallowed enemy. |
Return a helper | ![]() |
Kirby uses Normal Beam to turn his Helper into an Ability Item. |
Special Operations | ||
Dash | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. |
Sliding | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. |
Guard | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby curls into a defensive position, reducing damage taken from enemies. |
Kirby's Dream Land 3[]
In Kirby's Dream Land 3, Kirby loses the ability to guard and Normal Beam, though his ability to float using is retained.
Techniques[]
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Walk | ![]() |
Kirby walks in the intended direction. |
Dash | ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. |
Duck | ![]() |
Kirby crouches down. This allows him to swallow enemies he inhaled and avoid some enemy attacks. |
Drop down | ![]() |
Kirby drops through thin floors. |
Inhale and copy | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. |
Enter a door | ![]() |
Kirby enters a door. |
Grab a friend | ![]() |
Kirby gets on one of his Animal Friends. |
Release friend | ![]() |
Kirby gets off from an Animal Friend. |
Call Gooey | ![]() |
Kirby summons Gooey. |
Jump | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. |
Fly | ![]() |
Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until either ![]() |
Inhale | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. |
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Walk | ![]() |
Kirby walks in the intended direction. |
Dash | ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. |
Duck | ![]() |
Kirby crouches down. This allows him to swallow enemies he inhaled and avoid some enemy attacks. |
Drop down | ![]() |
Kirby drops through thin floors. |
Inhale and copy | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. |
Enter a door | ![]() |
Kirby enters a door. |
Grab a friend | ![]() |
Kirby gets on one of his Animal Friends. |
Release friend | ![]() |
Kirby gets off from an Animal Friend. |
Call Gooey | ![]() |
Kirby summons Gooey. |
Jump | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. |
Fly | ![]() |
Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until either ![]() |
Inhale | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. |
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Walk | ![]() |
Kirby walks in the intended direction. |
Dash | ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. |
Duck | ![]() |
Kirby crouches down. This allows him to swallow enemies he inhaled and avoid some enemy attacks. |
Drop down | ![]() |
Kirby drops through thin floors. |
Inhale and copy | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. |
Enter a door | ![]() |
Kirby enters a door. |
Grab a friend | ![]() |
Kirby gets on one of his Animal Friends. |
Release friend | ![]() |
Kirby gets off from an Animal Friend. |
Call Gooey | ![]() |
Kirby summons Gooey. |
Jump | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. |
Fly | ![]() |
Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until either ![]() |
Inhale | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. |
Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards[]
In Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards, Kirby gains new moves - Kirby can now lift inhaled enemies and Power Stars from his mouth, and can throw them, either forward or above him. This game also introduced a limit to how high or long Kirby can fly; if Kirby files for too long, he will start descending, like in Super Smash Bros.
Techniques[]
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Walk | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby walks in the intended direction. |
Run | Quickly press ![]() ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. |
Swallow/Copy | ![]() |
Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. |
Duck | ![]() |
Kirby crouches down. This allows him to swallow enemies he inhaled and avoid some enemy attacks. |
Jump Down | ![]() |
Kirby drops through thin floors. |
Lift | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby takes his inhaled enemy or Power star out of his mouth and holds it above his head. |
Air Throw | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby throws said object above him. |
Pause | ![]() |
Pauses the game. |
Jump | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. |
Fly | ![]() |
Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until either ![]() ![]() |
Swim | ![]() |
Kirby swims underwater at a faster speed than moving with ![]() |
Slide | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. |
Inhale | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. |
Throw | ![]() |
Kirby throws the lifted object in front of him. |
Exhale | ![]() |
Kirby spits the object out of his mouth. |
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Walk | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby walks in the intended direction. |
Run | Quickly press ![]() ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. |
Swallow/Copy | ![]() |
Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. |
Duck | ![]() |
Kirby crouches down. This allows him to swallow enemies he inhaled and avoid some enemy attacks. |
Jump Down | ![]() |
Kirby drops through thin floors. |
Lift | ![]() |
Kirby takes his inhaled enemy or Power star out of his mouth and holds it above his head. |
Air Throw | ![]() |
Kirby throws said object above him. |
Pause | ![]() |
Pauses the game. |
Jump | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. |
Fly | ![]() |
Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until either ![]() ![]() |
Swim | ![]() |
Kirby swims underwater at a faster speed than moving with ![]() |
Slide | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. |
Inhale | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. |
Throw | ![]() |
Kirby throws the lifted object in front of him. |
Exhale | ![]() |
Kirby spits the object out of his mouth. |
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Walk | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby walks in the intended direction. |
Run | Quickly press ![]() ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. |
Swallow/Copy | ![]() |
Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. |
Duck | ![]() |
Kirby crouches down. This allows him to swallow enemies he inhaled and avoid some enemy attacks. |
Jump Down | ![]() |
Kirby drops through thin floors. |
Lift | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby takes his inhaled enemy or Power star out of his mouth and holds it above his head. |
Air Throw | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby throws said object above him. |
Pause | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Pauses the game. |
Jump | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. |
Fly | ![]() |
Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until either ![]() ![]() |
Swim | ![]() |
Kirby swims underwater at a faster speed than moving with ![]() |
Slide | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. |
Inhale | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. |
Throw | ![]() |
Kirby throws the lifted object in front of him. |
Exhale | ![]() |
Kirby spits the object out of his mouth. |
Kirby Air Ride[]
In Kirby Air Ride, Kirby can fly on his Air Ride Machine, gaining Copy Abilities by inhaling enemies, like in the mainline games.
Techniques[]
Move | Controls | Description |
---|---|---|
Steer | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby steers his Air Ride Machine to the left and right. The more ![]() |
Raise Machine Nose | ![]() |
Kirby raises his Air Ride Machine upwards. The more ![]() |
Lower Machine Nose | ![]() |
Kirby lowers his Air Ride Machine downwards. The more ![]() |
Boost | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby temporarily boosts the speed of his Air Ride Machine. |
Jump/Hover | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. If already airborne, Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. |
Zoom In | ![]() |
The camera zooms inward. |
Zoom Out | ![]() |
The camera zooms outward. |
Look from Side to Side | ![]() |
The camera rotates to either the left or the right, depending on the direction ![]() |
Kirby & The Amazing Mirror and Kirby: Squeak Squad[]
Kirby's moveset in Kirby & The Amazing Mirror is mostly based on his Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land moveset, but with the new ability to Super Inhale; if Kirby holds long enough, he widens his mouth even more, and is able to inhale large enemies and objects. However, if done for too long, Kirby will tire out.
Kirby's moveset is the same in Kirby: Squeak Squad.
Techniques[]
Move | Controls | Description |
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Return to Central Circle | ![]() |
Kirby calls his Warp Star, which takes him back to Central Circle. |
Use Mobile | ![]() |
Kirby calls his variants, who then appear near Kirby. This move cannot be used if the Cell Phone's battery is empty. |
Mid-air Moves | ||
Jump | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. |
Float | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until ![]() |
Exhale Air Puffs | ![]() |
Kirby exhales the air that he inhaled, damaging enemies in the process. Kirby then falls to the ground shortly after. |
Ground Moves | ||
Walk | ![]() |
Kirby walks in the intended direction. |
Dash | ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. |
Crouch down | ![]() |
Kirby crouches down. This allows him to swallow enemies he inhaled, or drop through thin floors. |
Slide | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. |
Underwater Action | ||
Swim | ![]() |
Kirby swims underwater. |
Float Up | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby ascends towards the surface. |
Squirt | ![]() |
Kirby shoots a waterspout to attack enemies or destroy certain blocks. |
Other Moves | ||
Enter mirror/Open treasure chest | ![]() |
Kirby enters a mirror. |
Open treasure chest | ![]() |
Kirby opens a Treasure Chest. |
Climb up or down a ladder | ![]() |
Kirby climbs up or down a ladder. |
Inhale | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. |
Exhale and attack | ![]() |
Kirby spits the object out as a star projectile. |
Swallow | ![]() |
Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. |
Super-Inhale | Hold down ![]() |
Kirby increases his inhale power, allowing him to inhale large enemies and objects. If done for too long, Kirby will tire out and stop. |
Action | Controls | Description[1] |
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Ground Actions | ||
Walk | ![]() |
N/A |
Dash | Tap ![]() | |
Actions using ![]() | ||
Duck | ![]() |
N/A |
Slide | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | |
Midair Actions | ||
Jump | ![]() ![]() |
Use this command to leap up and leave the ground behind. |
Float | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Move through the air with multiple midair jumps. |
Fire air puffs | ![]() |
Use this to release a blast of air and return to the ground. |
Water Actions | ||
Swim | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Use ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Shoot water | ![]() |
Use this to blast enemies with a powerful squirt of water. |
Other Actions | ||
Enter a door | ![]() |
Use this to enter doorways. |
Use a ladder | ![]() |
Use this to climb up and down ladders. |
Attacking | ||
Inhale | ![]() |
Use this to inhale bricks or enemies. |
Super Inhale | Press and hold ![]() |
Kirby’s lungs are so powerful that he can inhale large enemies and faraway items. |
With a Full Mouth | ||
Exhale to Attack | ![]() |
Turn inhaled objects into stars and exhale them to attack enemies. |
Swallow | ![]() |
Copy enemy abilities by inhaling, then swallowing enemies. |
Move | Controls | Description |
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Return to Central Circle | ![]() |
Kirby calls his Warp Star, which takes him back to Central Circle. |
Use Mobile | ![]() |
Kirby calls his variants, who then appear near Kirby. This move cannot be used if the Cell Phone's battery is empty. |
Mid-air Moves | ||
Jump | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. |
Float | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until ![]() |
Exhale Air Puffs | ![]() |
Kirby exhales the air that he inhaled, damaging enemies in the process. Kirby then falls to the ground shortly after. |
Ground Moves | ||
Walk | ![]() |
Kirby walks in the intended direction. |
Dash | ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. |
Crouch down | ![]() |
Kirby crouches down. This allows him to swallow enemies he inhaled, or drop through thin floors. |
Slide | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. |
Underwater Action | ||
Swim | ![]() |
Kirby swims underwater. |
Float Up | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby ascends towards the surface. |
Squirt | ![]() |
Kirby shoots a waterspout to attack enemies or destroy certain blocks. |
Other Moves | ||
Enter mirror/Open treasure chest | ![]() |
Kirby enters a mirror. |
Open treasure chest | ![]() |
Kirby opens a Treasure Chest. |
Climb up or down a ladder | ![]() |
Kirby climbs up or down a ladder. |
Inhale | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. |
Exhale and attack | ![]() |
Kirby spits the object out as a star projectile. |
Swallow | ![]() |
Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. |
Super-Inhale | Hold down ![]() |
Kirby increases his inhale power, allowing him to inhale large enemies and objects. If done for too long, Kirby will tire out and stop. |
Move | Controls | Description |
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Return to Central Circle | ![]() |
Kirby calls his Warp Star, which takes him back to Central Circle. |
Use Mobile | ![]() |
Kirby calls his variants, who then appear near Kirby. This move cannot be used if the Cell Phone's battery is empty. |
Mid-air Moves | ||
Jump | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. |
Float | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until ![]() |
Exhale Air Puffs | ![]() |
Kirby exhales the air that he inhaled, damaging enemies in the process. Kirby then falls to the ground shortly after. |
Ground Moves | ||
Walk | ![]() |
Kirby walks in the intended direction. |
Dash | ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. |
Crouch down | ![]() |
Kirby crouches down. This allows him to swallow enemies he inhaled, or drop through thin floors. |
Slide | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. |
Underwater Action | ||
Swim | ![]() |
Kirby swims underwater. |
Float Up | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby ascends towards the surface. |
Squirt | ![]() |
Kirby shoots a waterspout to attack enemies or destroy certain blocks. |
Other Moves | ||
Enter mirror/Open treasure chest | ![]() |
Kirby enters a mirror. |
Open treasure chest | ![]() |
Kirby opens a Treasure Chest. |
Climb up or down a ladder | ![]() |
Kirby climbs up or down a ladder. |
Inhale | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. |
Exhale and attack | ![]() |
Kirby spits the object out as a star projectile. |
Swallow | ![]() |
Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. |
Super-Inhale | Hold down ![]() |
Kirby increases his inhale power, allowing him to inhale large enemies and objects. If done for too long, Kirby will tire out and stop. |
Kirby: Canvas Curse[]
In Kirby: Canvas Curse, Kirby can ride on Rainbow Lines, boost himself by being tapped on, and gain Copy Abilities by running into enemies.
Techniques[]
Move | Controls | Description |
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Touch Dash | Tap Kirby | Upon Tapping Kirby, he will dash for a short distance. If he collides with an enemy, Kirby defeates that enemy. If said enemy provides a Copy Ability, Kirby recieves said Ability. |
Kirby's Return to Dream Land and Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe[]
In Kirby's Return to Dream Land, Kirby's moveset has been modernized, acting as a combination of his Kirby: Squeak Squad and Kirby Super Star Ultra movesets. Super Inhale is now triggered by mashing or shaking
, instead of holding
for a prolonged period of time, although Kirby no longer tires out after inhaling for too long. There is an Item Challenge that requires Kirby to be without a Copy Ability, which is unlocked upon collecting all 120 Energy Spheres.
In the remake, Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe, Kirby obtains the moves Dodge, Air Dodge, and Quick Fall from Kirby: Triple Deluxe.
Techniques[]
Move | Controls | Description |
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Jump/Hover | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. If already airborne, Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until either ![]() |
Inhale/Spit | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as a star projectile. |
Super Inhale | ![]() ![]() or ![]() ![]() |
Kirby increases his inhale power, allowing him to suck in large objects. This move doesn't automatically end upon inhaling all entities in range; it only ends upon releasing ![]() |
Dash | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. |
Guard | ![]() |
Kirby curls into a defensive position, reducing damage taken from enemies. |
Slide | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. |
Move | Controls | Description | |
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Jump/Hover | ![]() |
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Kirby jumps up into the air. If already airborne, Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until either![]() ![]() |
Inhale/Spit | ![]() |
![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as a star projectile. |
Super Inhale | Hold ![]() ![]() + move ![]() |
Hold ![]() ![]() + move ![]() |
Kirby increases his inhale power, allowing him to suck in large objects. This move doesn't automatically end upon inhaling all entities in range; it only ends upon releasing ![]() ![]() |
Swallow/Copy | ![]() |
Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. | |
Dash | Quickly ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. | |
Quick Fall | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby quickly falls down. | |
Slide | ![]() ![]() |
![]() ![]() |
Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. |
Guard | ![]() ![]() |
![]() ![]() |
Kirby curls into a defensive position, reducing damage taken from enemies. |
Dodge | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby twirls to the side, dodging any enemies and hazards between his origin and ending point. |
Air Dodge | ![]() ![]() |
![]() ![]() |
Kirby twirls in the air, briefly stopping his fall and ignoring enemies and hazards that pass through him during the move. |
Use souvenir items | Hold ![]() |
Hold ![]() |
Kirby uses the item inside the souvenir item. |
Move | Controls | Description | |
---|---|---|---|
Jump/Hover | ![]() |
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Kirby jumps up into the air. If already airborne, Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until either![]() ![]() |
Inhale/Spit | ![]() |
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Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as a star projectile. |
Super Inhale | Hold ![]() ![]() + move ![]() |
Hold ![]() ![]() + move ![]() |
Kirby increases his inhale power, allowing him to suck in large objects. This move doesn't automatically end upon inhaling all entities in range; it only ends upon releasing ![]() ![]() |
Swallow/Copy | ![]() |
Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. | |
Dash | Quickly ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. | |
Quick Fall | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby quickly falls down. | |
Slide | ![]() ![]() |
![]() ![]() |
Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. |
Guard | ![]() ![]() |
![]() ![]() |
Kirby curls into a defensive position, reducing damage taken from enemies. |
Dodge | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby twirls to the side, dodging any enemies and hazards between his origin and ending point. |
Air Dodge | ![]() ![]() |
![]() ![]() |
Kirby twirls in the air, briefly stopping his fall and ignoring enemies and hazards that pass through him during the move. |
Use souvenir items | Hold ![]() |
Hold ![]() |
Kirby uses the item inside the souvenir item. |
Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition[]
In the New Challenge Stages of Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition, there is a Normal Challenge. Kirby's moveset is identical to Kirby's Return to Dream Land.
Techniques[]
These controls are for the Wii Classic Controller (Pro), but also work with the Nintendo GameCube Controller. Wii Remote controls are the same as in Kirby's Return to Dream Land.
Move | Controls | Description |
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Jump/Hover | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. If already airborne, Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until either ![]() ![]() |
Inhale/Spit | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as a star projectile. |
Super Inhale | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby increases his inhale power, allowing him to suck in large objects. This move doesn't automatically end upon inhaling all entities in range; it only ends upon releasing ![]() ![]() |
Dash | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. |
Guard | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby curls into a defensive position, reducing damage taken from enemies. |
Slide | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. |
Kirby: Triple Deluxe and Kirby: Planet Robobot[]
In Kirby: Triple Deluxe, Kirby's moveset is mostly the same as in Kirby's Return to Dream Land, although Kirby automatically Super Inhales, and the move automatically ends upon inhaling every object in a small area in front of Kirby.
In Kirby: Planet Robobot, Kirby's movsest is the same. Additionally, when controlling the Robobot Armor, it defaults to Normal Mode, regardless of the Copy Ability Kirby had when he boarded it.
Techniques[]
Move | Controls | Description | |
---|---|---|---|
Jump/Hover | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. If already airborne, Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until either ![]() | |
Inhale/Spit | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as a star projectile. | |
Swallow/Copy | ![]() |
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Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. |
Slide | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. | |
Dash | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. | |
Quick Fall | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby quickly falls down. | |
Use Assist Star | ![]() |
Kirby uses the item inside the Assist Star. | |
Guard | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby curls into a defensive position, reducing damage taken from enemies. | |
Dodge | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby twirls to the side, dodging any enemies and hazards between his origin and ending point. | |
Air Dodge | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby twirls in the air, briefly stopping his fall and ignoring enemies and hazards that pass through him during the move. |
Robobot Armor[]
Move | Controls | Description | Damage |
---|---|---|---|
Jump/Double Jump | ![]() |
The Robobot Armor jumps up into the air; landing on enemies damages them. During a Double Jump, the Robobot Armor can use its jets to stay airborne for a brief period. | 32 (unaffected to bosses) |
Robobot Boost | ![]() ![]() |
The Robobot Armor uses its jets to rush forward. | N/A |
Scan Specs | ![]() |
The Robobot Armor produces a scan ray from its mouth, allowing it to copy enemy abilities. | N/A |
Reset Specs | ![]() |
The Robobot Armor drops its Copy Ability. | N/A |
Robobot Punch | ![]() |
The Robobot Armor punches forward with its right arm. Pressing again will allow for a second punch with the left arm. | 40 per hit |
Robobot Slam | ![]() |
The Robobot Armor slams both fists down in front of it. | 80 |
Hunker Down | ![]() ![]() |
The Robobot Armor contracts its arms and legs, making it resemble a ball. It takes no damage from incoming attacks, but may roll a bit when hit. | 4 (contact, unaffected to bosses) |
Kirby 3D Rumble and Kirby's Blowout Blast[]
In the Kirby: Planet Robobot sub-game Kirby 3D Rumble, Kirby is able to move on a 3D plane. His controls have been modified for the 3D space. Kirby retains most of his basic moves, albeit he cannot copy abilities. Like in Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards, Kirby also has a limit on how high and long he can hover for.
Kirby's moveset also carries into the expanded sub-game, Kirby's Blowout Blast.
Techniques[]
Move | Controls | Description |
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Move | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby walks or runs in the intended direction. |
Rotate | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby changes the direction that he inhales or spits out at. |
Jump | ![]() |
Kirby jumps up into the air. |
Hover | ![]() |
Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until either ![]() ![]() |
Inhale | ![]() |
Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. |
Spit | ![]() |
Kirby spits the inhaled object out as a star projectile. |
Air Bullet | ![]() |
Kirby exhales the air that he inhaled, damaging enemies in the process. Kirby then falls to the ground shortly after. |
Crouch | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby crouches down. This allows him to avoid some enemy attacks. |
Swallow | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby crouches down, swallowing the inhaled object. |
Kirby Star Allies[]
In Kirby Star Allies, Kirby's moveset is similar to previous games, although Kirby regains the ability to unfriend from Kirby Super Star and its remake. Kirby additionally gains the ability to throw Friend Hearts after playing through the first section of Green Gardens.
Techniques[]
Move | Controls | Description | |
---|---|---|---|
Jump/Hover | ![]() |
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Kirby jumps up into the air. If already airborne, Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until either ![]() ![]() |
Inhale/Spit | ![]() |
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Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as a star projectile. |
Swallow/Copy | ![]() |
Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. | |
Slide | ![]() ![]() |
![]() ![]() |
Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. |
Dash | Quickly ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. | |
Quick Fall | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby quickly falls down. | |
Throw Friend Heart | ![]() |
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Kirby throws a Friend Heart. If thrown at an eligible enemy, it turns into a Friend. |
Revive | ![]() |
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Kirby revives a fallen teammate. When a fallen teammate is revived, they regain 50% health. |
Unfriend/Drop Ability | Press and hold ![]() ![]() |
Press and hold ![]() ![]() |
Kirby releases a Normal Beam, turning his Friends into Ability Items that can be touched for Kirby to gain the ability. |
Guard | ![]() ![]() |
![]() ![]() |
Kirby curls into a defensive position, reducing damage taken from enemies. |
Dodge | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby twirls to the side, dodging any enemies and hazards between his origin and ending point. |
Air Dodge | ![]() ![]() |
![]() ![]() |
Kirby twirls in the air, briefly stopping his fall and ignoring enemies and hazards that pass through him during the move. |
Controlling Friends | |||
Ride Piggyback | Jump on top of friend + ![]() |
The player sits on top of an ally player's back. | |
Control Piggyback | Piggyback on CPU | The first human player riding on the CPU can control the CPU. | |
Dismount | During piggyback, press and hold ![]() ![]() |
During piggyback, press and hold ![]() ![]() |
The riding player dismounts. CPU players will automatically dismount if a piggyback does not contain a human player. |
Team Attack | During piggyback, press and hold ![]() ![]() |
During piggyback, press and hold ![]() ![]() |
The piggybacking players charge up and then release a powerful attack, with its exact power depending on how many characters are piggybacking. The attack can only be performed by human players, as CPU players are unable to contribute to the charging. |
Select a Friend to Part With | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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Kirby manually chooses a Friend to part with. |
Move | Controls | Description | |
---|---|---|---|
Jump/Hover | ![]() |
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Kirby jumps up into the air. If already airborne, Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until either ![]() ![]() |
Inhale/Spit | ![]() |
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Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as a star projectile. |
Swallow/Copy | ![]() |
Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. | |
Slide | ![]() ![]() |
![]() ![]() |
Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. |
Dash | Quickly ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. | |
Quick Fall | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby quickly falls down. | |
Throw Friend Heart | ![]() |
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Kirby throws a Friend Heart. If thrown at an eligible enemy, it turns into a Friend. |
Revive | ![]() |
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Kirby revives a fallen teammate. When a fallen teammate is revived, they regain 50% health. |
Unfriend/Drop Ability | Press and hold ![]() ![]() |
Press and hold ![]() ![]() |
Kirby releases a Normal Beam, turning his Friends into Ability Items that can be touched for Kirby to gain the ability. |
Guard | ![]() ![]() |
![]() ![]() |
Kirby curls into a defensive position, reducing damage taken from enemies. |
Dodge | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
![]() ![]() ![]() |
Kirby twirls to the side, dodging any enemies and hazards between his origin and ending point. |
Air Dodge | ![]() ![]() |
![]() ![]() |
Kirby twirls in the air, briefly stopping his fall and ignoring enemies and hazards that pass through him during the move. |
Controlling Friends | |||
Ride Piggyback | Jump on top of friend + ![]() |
The player sits on top of an ally player's back. | |
Control Piggyback | Piggyback on CPU | The first human player riding on the CPU can control the CPU. | |
Dismount | During piggyback, press and hold ![]() ![]() |
During piggyback, press and hold ![]() ![]() |
The riding player dismounts. CPU players will automatically dismount if a piggyback does not contain a human player. |
Team Attack | During piggyback, press and hold ![]() ![]() |
During piggyback, press and hold ![]() ![]() |
The piggybacking players charge up and then release a powerful attack, with its exact power depending on how many characters are piggybacking. The attack can only be performed by human players, as CPU players are unable to contribute to the charging. |
Select a Friend to Part With | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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Kirby manually chooses a Friend to part with. |
Kirby and the Forgotten Land[]
Kirby's moveset functions similarly to the 2D games, although adopted for a 3D space, like in Kirby 3D Rumble and Kirby's Blowout Blast. When Kirby spits out inhaled objects, they only show as stars if stars are what Kirby inhaled; otherwise, Kirby just spits back out what he initially inhaled. There are two Treasure Roads for Kirby in his normal state - one in Everbay Coast and one in Redgar Forbidden Lands.
Techniques[]
Move | Control | Description | |
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Walk | Tilt ![]() |
Kirby walks in the intended direction. | |
Run | Tilt ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. | |
Climb ladder | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby climbs up or down a ladder. | |
Jump/Hover | ![]() |
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Kirby jumps up into the air. If already airborne, Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until either ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Inhale/Spit/Mouthful | ![]() |
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Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as an object projectile. |
Super Inhale | Hold ![]() |
Hold ![]() |
Kirby increases his inhale power, allowing him to inhale large enemies and objects. |
Rotate | ![]() |
Kirby changes the direction that he inhales or spits out at. | |
Swallow/Copy | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. |
Crouch Guard | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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Kirby curls into a defensive position, reducing damage taken from enemies. |
Dodge | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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Kirby rolls to the direction, dodging any enemies and hazards between his origin and ending point. |
Slide | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. |
Use stock items | Hold ![]() |
Hold ![]() |
Kirby uses the item inside the stock item. |
Drop Copy Ability/Spit | Hold ![]() ![]() |
Hold ![]() |
Kirby drops or spits his Copy Ability or Mouthful Mode. |
Emote | N/A | Kirby performs an appealing pose responding to the pressed Direction Button (similar to Taunts in the Super Smash Bros. series). If Kirby appeals to Waddle Dees in Waddle Dee Town, they will greet back. | |
Camera Control | Tilt ![]() |
Hold down ![]() ![]() | |
Pause | ![]() |
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Pause the game. |
Move | Control | Description | |
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Walk | Tilt ![]() |
Kirby walks in the intended direction. | |
Run | Tilt ![]() |
Kirby runs in the intended direction. | |
Climb ladder | ![]() ![]() |
Kirby climbs up or down a ladder. | |
Jump/Hover | ![]() |
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Kirby jumps up into the air. If already airborne, Kirby inhales air, then flies upward. Kirby remains in this form until either ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Inhale/Spit/Mouthful | ![]() |
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Kirby inhales in front of him to try to suck in nearby objects. If Kirby has something in his mouth already, he spits it out as an object projectile. |
Super Inhale | Hold ![]() |
Hold ![]() |
Kirby increases his inhale power, allowing him to inhale large enemies and objects. |
Rotate | ![]() |
Kirby changes the direction that he inhales or spits out at. | |
Swallow/Copy | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
![]() ![]() |
Kirby swallows the inhaled object. If the object in question grants a Copy Ability, Kirby gets said ability. |
Crouch Guard | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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Kirby curls into a defensive position, reducing damage taken from enemies. |
Dodge | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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Kirby rolls to the direction, dodging any enemies and hazards between his origin and ending point. |
Slide | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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Kirby slides on the ground, knocking any enemies he collides with. |
Use stock items | Hold ![]() |
Hold ![]() |
Kirby uses the item inside the stock item. |
Drop Copy Ability/Spit | Hold ![]() ![]() |
Hold ![]() |
Kirby drops or spits his Copy Ability or Mouthful Mode. |
Emote | N/A | Kirby performs an appealing pose responding to the pressed Direction Button (similar to Taunts in the Super Smash Bros. series). If Kirby appeals to Waddle Dees in Waddle Dee Town, they will greet back. | |
Camera Control | Tilt ![]() |
Hold down ![]() ![]() | |
Pause | ![]() |
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Pause the game. |
Kirby's Dream Buffet[]
In Kirby's Dream Buffet, Kirby rolls using , and grows bigger upon consuming strawberries. Kirby can obtain Copy Food Abilities by eating Copy Food.
Flavor Texts[]
Game | Flavor text |
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Crouch down when Kirby has an enemy in his mouth to copy the enemy's special ability! | |
Inhale an enemy by pushing ![]() ![]() ![]() | |
Swallow your enemies and duck to copy their moves! Experiment by swallowing different kinds of enemies! | |
Swallow enemies and squat to copy their abilities! If you try hard, you can swallow large enemies, too! | |
Touch-Dash! Ride rainbows! | |
Swallow enemies and squat to copy their abilities! You can hold up to 5 bubbles and chests total. | |
Inhale foes and spit to KO them! Or swallow to copy their abilities and adventure with a Helper! | |
Inhale foes and press ![]() | |
No Copy Ability? Then try a Super Inhale! Slide to evade! Press ![]() | |
Kirby is powerful even in his Normal form, without a Copy Ability. Inhale, spit, and attack! | |
Inhale enemies to acquire their abilities, and then perform a variety of moves! Now go climb the Dreamstalk and rescue King Dedede! | |
You can Inhale and Spit if you don't have a Copy Ability, and you can press ![]() ![]() ![]() | |
Kirby is the round, pink life-form from Planet Popstar who possesses infinite power and can inhale enemies to copy their abilities. | |
Kirby is the round, pink life-form who inhales enemies and spits out stars. Press ![]() ![]() ![]() | |
Press ![]() ![]() | |
Inhale foes to gain Copy Abilities! Or hold ![]() | |
Don't have a Copy Ability? You can still use stars to attack, dodge by sliding, and guard with ![]() ![]() |
Related Quotes[]
“ | This mysterious mech produces different powers depending on its pilot. Kirby's Copy Ability power has transformed it into a shape-shifting copy robot!” |
— Robobot Armor |
“ | Kirby was pulled into a mysterious vortex that appeared in the sky over his home on Planet Popstar. When he woke up, he was in a new world! Traveling through that vortex also gave Kirby a new and mysterious power... Let's see what it can do! Onward to adventure!” |
— Gotcha Capsule description • Kirby and the Forgotten Land |
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