Looks like Kirby: Planet Robobot might be making a comeback. This 2016 Nintendo 3DS favorite could be heading to the Switch later this year—at least, that’s what the rumors say.
In this game, Kirby hops into giant robotic armor to battle enemies and save his home. A well-known insider hinted at a possible 2025 release, and now fans are buzzing with excitement.
If this turns out to be true, it could be huge for Switch players. Let’s take a closer look at what this could mean for Switch players.
Source of the Rumor
The rumor about “Kirby: Planet Robobot” coming to the Nintendo Switch later this year comes from two main sources: GoodSmile and a gaming insider named Nate the Hate. Let’s break down what they have claimed.
1. Good Smile Company’s Nendoroid Re-release
A big clue that Kirby: Planet Robobot might be coming to the Nintendo Switch comes from GoodSmile. They’re a famous company known for making really cool Nendoroid figures and other awesome merchandise.
Company has announced a re-release of their Nendoroid More: Robobot Armor & Kirby figure. This collectible, originally released in 2016 alongside the game’s debut. The set has:
- A 15cm tall Robobot Armor that fits the Nendoroid Kirby figure, just like in the game.
- Fully articulated joints, allowing for dynamic action poses.
- A special edition of Nendoroid Kirby from Planet Robobot, with a faceplate that matches the game’s box art and a helmet to complete the look.
A lot of people are guessing this re-release is timed with a possible new version of “Kirby: Planet Robobot” for the Nintendo Switch. Re-releases like this often happen when there’s something new to promote, so it could be connected to a big launch.
2. Insider Information from Nate the Hate
In a recent podcast episode, industry insider Nate the Hate talked about Nintendo’s big plans for 2025. He mentioned that the company might bring “Kirby: Planet Robobot” to the Nintendo Switch.
In his podcast, he mentioned:
“A game that’s one of my personal favorites will be coming to the Nintendo Switch in 2025. That title is Kirby: Planet Robobot. It’s one of the best 3DS games to ever release, and it’s that type of title that I think Nintendo can continue to use as filler for Switch in 2025.”
Nate believes that Nintendo will keep releasing good games for the Switch to keep players interested, whether they’re using the current Switch or a future version.
Background on “Kirby: Planet Robobot”
“Kirby: Planet Robobot” came out in 2016 for the Nintendo 3DS and is the 11th game in the main Kirby series. It’s kind of like a follow-up to “Kirby: Triple Deluxe.”
In this game, the peaceful Planet Popstar gets attacked by a company called Haltmann Works. They’re an evil alien group that wants to take over the planet and mess with its natural resources.
Kirby jumps into action to stop them, but this time, he has something new: the Robobot Armor. It’s a cool suit that lets him use awesome powers, solve tricky puzzles, and beat up enemies in different ways.
The game mixes the classic Kirby platforming with this new suit, making it feel fresh and fun.
Final Thoughts
Rumors suggest that “Kirby: Planet Robobot” may come to the Nintendo Switch in 2025. The talk started after GoodSmile released a new version of the Robobot Armor Nendoroid and some insiders hinted at it. The game, originally released for the 3DS in 2016, might get a fresh look on the Switch with better graphics and reach more people. But, we still haven’t heard an official word from Nintendo, so we’ll have to wait and see.
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