Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe Reviews

Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe is ranked in the 83rd percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
Feb 23, 2023

Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe is an exceptionally well-handled rerelease, bringing new content that enhances the Wii classic.

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8 / 10.0
Feb 22, 2023

Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe is a fine remaster of an incredibly tight platformer. It may not have the same scope or energy as Kirby and the Forgotten Land, but it doesn’t need to. If you want a solid Kirby game for your Switch and don’t mind some of the lackluster add-on modes, then Kirby is worth a shot.

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80 / 100
Mar 8, 2023

When you return to a return, you risk drowning in sentiment to the detriment of the experience. Instead, Return to Dream Land Deluxe skillfully channels its sentiments to refresh Kirby's legacy and add something new on top of it. It is perhaps the most Kirby game to ever Kirby, and there's nothing wrong with that.

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Telegraph
Top Critic
Feb 24, 2023

While grown-up gaming is dominated by dark and brooding fantasies, Kirby makes the case for sweetness and light among families

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Guardian
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Feb 23, 2023

This colourful multiplayer platformer was largely ignored when it first came out in 2011 – is it worth a second look?

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VGC
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Feb 22, 2023

Whether you've played the Wii version or not, this remaster offers enough content to keep both newcomers and veterans busy for a while.

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8.1 / 10.0
Feb 22, 2023

A return to the past (in every sense) for Kirby, who brings back his old adventure for Nintendo Wii by adding to the original an updated audio / video sector, unpublished mini-games, an additional adventure brand new and much more. An unmissable "package" for fans of the character and for those looking for a platformer pure and simple... maybe even too much.

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7.5 / 10.0
Feb 22, 2023

Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe is one of Nintendo’s more expansive “Deluxe” Switch repackaging efforts, offering a slick visual makeover and a slate of new content. That said, all the additions don’t really raise Kirby’s Return to Dream Land above its status as a fun yet somewhat unremarkable game from one of the pink guy’s less ambitious eras. There’s plenty of charm on display here and younger players are likely to enjoy themselves, but this wisp of a game can only be puffed up so much.

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73 / 100
Feb 22, 2023

Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe is an enjoyable and nostalgic trip back to the classic formula of the franchise. Like previous releases, the game includes a wealth of content that will keep you busy for a substantial period. The new Magolor’s Epilogue is a welcome addition and changes the familiar recipe of the series. While the game is great for younger players and families, the lack of difficulty means that veterans will find it a breeze. Although it doesn’t deviate from conventions, it still maintains its charm which will resonate with fans.

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Mar 8, 2023

And that delight is the core appeal of a game like Kirby’s Dream Land—that is, one that overflows with joy and happiness via relatively calm and easygoing gameplay that’s matched by bright and colorful graphics. Dream Land has never looked better than it does on the Nintendo Switch with this release, which updates the relatively plain 3D characters of the Wii version with gorgeous cel-shaded renderings that look like a cartoon come to life.

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8 / 10.0
Mar 9, 2023

Kirby’s Return to Dreamland Deluxe goes the extra mile in giving new life to an older game, going beyond the standard remaster route by remaking its visuals, adding a new minigame mode and also throwing in a post-game adventure starring Magolor to boot. At the same time, the campaign remains fun especially when you have other players joining in. Non-Kirby fans might find the action a bit too simple. For folks who want a polished action game with multiplayer co-op that’s also family-friendly, the game represents a welcome return indeed.

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Feb 22, 2023
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Feb 24, 2023

Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe showcases the best of Kirby's unique brand of 2D platforming. Unfortunately, veteran players will have to slog through the main campaign one more time to see everything on offer.

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8.3 / 10.0
Feb 22, 2023

Thanks to many new contents and a modernized graphic design, this revival of Kirby's Return to Dream Land earns the word Deluxe: it is in fact a re-edition packaged with care and respect for the original material.

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Atomix
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85 / 100
Feb 22, 2023

If you already had the opportunity to try the original experience, it is a product that is worth re-experiencing for all the additions. On the other hand, if you haven't played it before and you're a Kirby fan, I think you shouldn't miss out on adding it to your Switch collection.

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Tiny_Ellie
Top Critic
8 / 10
Feb 22, 2023

Nintendo's cutest mascot goes back to its root. Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe serves us the same dish as on Wii, but with a new presentation, a side dish that will delight and a desert that will satisfy the hungriest players. The recipe and the ingredients are familiar, it's delicious as ever. Magolor‘s epilogue brings enough flavors to spice up an already well-cooked experience. Without innovating, this side story brings a touch of challenge that was missing in the original game. A terribly charming title.

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Feb 22, 2023

Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe, a remake of the Wii classic, is everything you want a Kirby game to be: colourful, adorable, and tons of fun. While hardcore gamers may be after more of a challenge, casual and younger players should dive head-first into Planet Popstar to see what it has to offer.

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Will Greenwald
Top Critic
Feb 22, 2023

Return to Dreamland Deluxe is a Nintendo Switch remake of a beloved Wii game that shows how well Kirby games hold up even after more than a decade.

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7.5 / 10.0
Feb 22, 2023

If you haven't played the original and love platformers – don't hesitate, this is a must-play! Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe is one of the most pleasant games in this genre that you can play.

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6.5 / 10.0
Feb 22, 2023

If you’re a massive Kirby fan, this is for you. If you’ve got a passing interest, wait for a sale. It’s not that this is bad, or unpolished… it’s just another repacked game with a value proposition that lacks.

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