A major update has landed for Kirby Air Riders fans. In a recent announcement, legendary game designer Masahiro Sakurai revealed that Bandai Namco is officially involved in the development of the upcoming racing game, joining an already impressive lineup of contributors: Nintendo, HAL Laboratory, and Sakurai’s own studio, Sora Ltd.
This revelation has ignited even more excitement around Kirby Air Riders, which has been one of the most buzzed-about upcoming titles in the Nintendo fan community.
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『スマブラfor』『スマブラSP』と同じく､バンダイナムコスタジオで開発しています。スタッフ一同、力を入れて打ち込んでいますが､新情報のお知らせにはお時間いただきます。
お待ちください! https://t.co/v9u1XqdHRs— 桜井 政博 / Masahiro Sakurai (@Sora_Sakurai) April 3, 2025
A Star-Studded Development Team
Sakurai is no stranger to working with Bandai Namco. The two collaborated closely on Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U, as well as the critically acclaimed Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. That partnership has proven incredibly successful in the past, and fans are optimistic that it will bring the same magic to Kirby Air Riders.
Bandai Namco’s experience in action-packed, multiplayer-focused games makes them a strong fit for the fast-paced world of Kirby racing. Their addition signals that Kirby Air Riders could feature deep gameplay systems, polished visuals, and potentially even robust online features.
What This Means for The Fans
With Nintendo and HAL Laboratory setting the creative foundation, and Sora Ltd. and Bandai Namco bringing additional development power, Kirby Air Riders is shaping up to be more than just a nostalgic revival — it’s a full-fledged collaboration between some of the industry’s most trusted names.
Although the game still doesn’t have an official release date, this expanded development roster hints that something big is in the works.
Release Date Still Unconfirmed
As of now, no official release date has been announced for Kirby Air Riders. However, given the caliber of talent involved, expectations are high for a significant update — possibly during an upcoming Nintendo Direct or summer gaming showcase.
Stay tuned with us as we cover all updates surrounding Kirby Air Riders and everything you need to know about this exciting new title in the Kirby universe!