Kirby
The pink hero who inhales enemies, copies abilities, flies, and can create a helper.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
D-pad | Move Kirby |
|---|---|
B | Jump or rise while flying |
Y | Inhale, spit, or use the current ability |
A | Guard |
X | Pause |
Combos and sequences
YY | Inhale an enemy, then spit it out as a star Timing depends on the enemy and situation. |
|---|---|
YD-pad Down | Swallow an inhaled enemy or object Swallowing may produce a copy ability. |
Control notes
Some ability moves use different directions with Y.
A second controller can control a helper in supported modes.
How it plays
How does Kirby Super Star play?
The game uses a side-scrolling perspective. Players guide Kirby through distinct subgames, moving across stages, defeating enemies, collecting items, solving simple environmental problems, and fighting bosses.
Kirby can fly, inhale foes, swallow them, and copy selected abilities. Most abilities can also be turned into a helper controlled by a second player or by the computer. Progress is organized by completing individual adventures rather than by a single linear map, and several modes unlock or become available as earlier challenges are finished.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Kirby Super Star?
Learn which copied abilities suit each stage rather than relying on one power. Sword, Beam, Plasma, and Jet cover different ranges and movement situations.
Use helpers to divide enemy pressure in multiplayer, but remember that computer helpers can be unreliable around hazards. In The Great Cave Offensive, record the locations of switches and treasure rooms; some treasures require returning with a particular ability or helper.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
King Dedede
Kirby's recurring rival and the king of Dream Land, who appears in several adventures.
Meta Knight
A masked swordsman who challenges Kirby and leads the Halberd in The Great Cave Offensive and Revenge of Meta Knight.
Marx
A mysterious jester who manipulates Kirby and the wish-granting Nova in Milky Way Wishes.
Documented inputs
What cheats and unlocks are documented?
Documented unlockNew modes and bonus content are unlocked by clearing the available scenarios and meeting mode-specific progression requirements.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Use Kirby's flight to scout above pits before committing to a jump.
- 2
Many abilities have stronger attacks when their buttons are held or combined with movement.
- 3
Save useful abilities before boss rooms when the stage provides them.
Community discussion
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