Kirby much like our friend Mario has never been afraid to offer his own take on another genre. In this case the world renowned sport of mini golf. Unlike other pitch and putt games like EA’s Zany Golf on the Megadrive Kirby has a few tricks up his sleeve. To destroy enemies in your path you roll into them rather than sucking them up. Predictably you can steal their special abilities like umbrella, spike-ball, rock, etc. Yes folks, this is the Kirby we know and love.
The isometric view works really well and still looks great even today. The different levels all have their own look and there is lots of variety. The gameplay isn’t shallow either. Factors like what spot you hit Kirby, force, angle, obstacles and the enemies all have to be taken into consideration. There is a handy zoom function to help you plan your stroke but this game is no pushover. Like most things with a bit of practice you can progress through the many courses.
The 2 player mode is a fun addition to the game. It’s a race to get the bonus stars and sink Kirby into the cup. The added element of strategy is that you can attack your opponent with the stolen powers to snag the victory. Priceless!
Kirby’s Dream Course is definitely worth checking out. The 8 worlds won't take that long to complete but the perfectionist in you will be nagging you to keep tweaking your game to get the gold medals. This isn't easy to do so you will certainly get value for money with this game.
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1. Drake
29 Jun 2007, 01:11 GMT
Terrific golf game with a very nice Kirby touch. It's a bit of a forgotten game, but that doesn't mean it's bad at all. Loads of holes, great multiplayer, terrific music, etc. all help this game loads.
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2. Bass X0
29 Jun 2007, 01:13 GMT
This was a surprise. Its a good game, I have fond memories of this one. Its not a strict golf game but its more fun because of that.
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3. Jazzem
29 Jun 2007, 01:14 GMT
This came out two days after me buying it on the SNES pre-owned! Gah, if I had known, I would have waited =(
Still, it's a great game, easily reccomended
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4. Shrapnel09
29 Jun 2007, 05:33 GMT
cant wait for a video of it, i have never played this game before... however i have been buying a lot lately and need to slow down, i will have to wait till future and then decide
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5. eltomo
29 Jun 2007, 09:34 GMT
I love this game, I will download asap!
But when I saw the Kirby picture on home page, I though the Star Pack was released, but this is still good =)
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6. Hadrian
29 Jun 2007, 12:15 GMT
Very nice game, can I hope for Kirby Fun Pack as well?
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7. Mendez
29 Jun 2007, 12:17 GMT
It's a great game, but I'm not downloading as I've just got my SNES plugged in again after last weeks dissapointment. If Nintendo had released it last week I would have gladly got it.
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8. John Hood
29 Jun 2007, 15:29 GMT
This looks like Marble Madness! Will download in due course.
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9. JustAGuy
29 Jun 2007, 17:31 GMT
Great game! I loved it as a child and can't wait for it to make it's way to the states. The satisfaction of pulling off a hole-in-one is great and seeing all the crazy things you have to do to pull it off is like finally getting the board for mouse trap set up!
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10. alexknibb
29 Jun 2007, 17:36 GMT
Downloaded this this morning and am loving it! It's basically a hybrid of a golf game, a puzzle game and Super Monkey Ball. I had a SNES back in the day and can't even remember this game coming out, so the VC has served up a real treat!
Like all the best puzzlers - and like SMB - it's frustrating, but not unfair. Every time you run out of lives just before the end of a course, it simply steels your resolve to kick its ass next time round - the sign of a very good game indeed. Although I'm not sure I'll play it when I give up smoking on Monday. I'm likely to have a broken window and a Wii shaped lawn ornament otherwise.
Some of the prettiest graphics I've seen on the SNES and some excellent music round off one of the most playable games I've ever come across. Having played it for about five hours straight, I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone who's debating where to deposit those 800 points.
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11. Lee
29 Jun 2007, 21:43 GMT
Unbelievable skill in that YouTube video. I love this game, as soon as I pick up some Wii points this is coming down
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12. Jack
29 Jun 2007, 23:17 GMT
I might buy this game. I played it at a hotel in Florida once and absolutely loved it.
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13. morphballer
30 Jun 2007, 02:43 GMT
It's nice to finally see gameplay footage. Is this going to continue in future updates?
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14. Dazza
30 Jun 2007, 08:35 GMT
Yup, we're gonna add a video for every new game if we can find one!
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15. TBoneTony
02 Jul 2007, 15:58 GMT
I love this game
I first saw it on my freinds emulator a few years back and it was the first time I had seen a Kirby game, besides from Smash Bros and before I downloaded Kirby's Adventure for the VC.
As soon as I saw this in the VC Shopping channel, I downloaded it immedialy and I am still enjoying it now after 3 days of downloading it.
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16. C++
23 Jul 2007, 15:52 GMT
Kirby Golf is possibly the greatest turn-based multiplayer games of the SNES generation. It's wonderfully inventive and balanced in a way that both gamers and "non-gamers" can enjoy. It's also ADDICTIVE as all-get-out.
I've been hoping that the VC store would release it ever since I had a Wii.
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17. Fahed
23 Jul 2007, 18:25 GMT
This Game is very addicting, amazing replay value and has been delayed to long to show up on the VC! Just trust me when I say get this game, the 4 star rating is unfair.
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18. Eric42
24 Jul 2007, 00:48 GMT
I don't really care for these types of games, but it does look interesting and all of the boosts here make it sound good... Should I really consider buying this? Of course, I'm still playing Paper Mario right now...
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19. Pocketim
25 Jul 2007, 06:50 GMT
This game is so much fun, you can bearly call it a golf game!
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20. Dusk
07 Aug 2007, 05:44 GMT
I just downloaded this game I love the Kirby + Putt-putt Golf combo. A real gem in the SNES crown if you ask me. Kirby's Dream Course get!!
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21. ToadTheMushroom
22 Jan 2008, 02:42 GMT
Good game.
But, don't get this game for it's 1P.
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22. Ho11oWxxMaN
25 Jan 2008, 13:05 GMT
Kirby's Dream Course is a pleasant surprise. Its one of those games you have to really try to see how much fun it is. To be honest, it was tough deciding to blow 800 points on this game, because the videos and vid-reviews of the game said it was great, but it seemed so boring. I have always been a Kirby fan, but did not want to let the inner-fanboy get this game just because of that lovable puffball.
Overall, the game is a blast to play, because it is challenging but not frustrating. It is pretty original as well, so when you get tired of playing a few platformers or action-adventure games, its nice to just sit down with a friend and play this skewed version of mini-golf.
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23. Garlyle
31 Jan 2008, 22:29 GMT
I own a copy of this game on the SNES, but I still bought it (mostly because my SNES copy tends to get its memory erased). It is absolutely incredible. It's a truly unique game, and deceptively challenging - perfecting the game and getting the Gold Medals on every course in single player is an incredibly difficult feat, but it still manages to be incredibly fun in the meantime. The multiplayer on it is also awesome, should you find someone willing to play as well.
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24. Marvel_Maniac
20 Feb 2008, 18:59 GMT
Just bought it due to you reviews. Thanks a ton guys! This is by far one of the more enjoyable games I have ever played for the SNES, and that's saying a lot! I would recommend this game to anyone!
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