Kirby Air Riders release date
Kirby Air Riders is the long-awaited sequel to Kirby Air Ride on the Gamecube. Pick your rider, pick your machine, and mount up for competition! Take on your rivals in frantic arena battles or fast-paced races on the ground and in the air. Use the Boost Charge button to brake and control your turns as your machine automatically fights for top speed. Fill your Boost Charge Gauge as you drift around the bend and release it to trigger an explosive dash!
- Release date
- November 20, 2025
- Developer
- Sora, Bandai Namco Studios
- Publisher
- Nintendo
- Genre
- Racing, Adventure, Arcade
Where to buy
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Kirby Air Riders released on .
Release dates by platform and region
| Platform | Region | Date | Unlock time | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nintendo Switch 2 | Worldwide | Not announced | Released | Source |
Trailers and gameplay
Release date history
Date announced: November 20, 2025. Status: released — Upstream update (igdb) Source
Frequently asked questions
When does Kirby Air Riders release?
Kirby Air Riders released on November 20, 2025.
What time does Kirby Air Riders unlock?
The exact unlock time has not been announced. Most digital releases unlock at midnight local time or at a single global time set by the publisher; this page will list it as soon as it is known.
Which platforms is Kirby Air Riders on?
Kirby Air Riders is releasing on Nintendo Switch 2.
Has Kirby Air Riders been delayed?
No delay has been announced. This page tracks every date change with a source link.
Can I pre-order Kirby Air Riders?
Pre-orders have not been listed yet. Stores and prices will appear here once available.
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