
Nintendo to Unveil 45 Minutes of New Gameplay for Kirby Air Riders in Upcoming Direct
Nintendo is gearing up for an engaging showcase as it confirms a Kirby Air Riders-directed Nintendo Direct scheduled for this coming Tuesday, August 19, at 2 PM BST / 9 AM ET / 6 AM PT.
This announcement follows hints from Masahiro Sakurai, the creator of both Super Smash Bros. and Kirby, who previously indicated that gameplay details for the highly anticipated Switch 2 racing title would be revealed "soon." With the Direct set to span an impressive 45 minutes, fans can expect comprehensive insights reminiscent of past in-depth presentations from Sakurai.
As the excitement builds, Nintendo has also activated the Kirby Air Riders Twitter account, which made its inaugural tweet featuring a whimsical image of a Kirby toy riding a star. This strategic move not only signals the visibility of the new game but also generates additional enthusiasm within the community.
This forthcoming Direct marks the first substantial update regarding Kirby Air Riders since its announcement during the Switch 2 reveal in April. Recent speculation about the title's development status had some wondering about possible delays, but the abundance of new information expected in this Direct suggests plans are still on track for a 2025 release unless unexpected changes occur.
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