Kirby's Adventure Review

Is this the same game as the GameBoy (brick) version?

No, the Game Boy Classic had two Kirby games, Kirby's Dreamland and Kirby's Dreamland 2.

Kirby's Adventure is a different game to both of them and was remade and released on the GBA a few years back as 'Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land'

I had fuzzy memories of loving this game on the NES many years ago, and was hopeful it would be just as much fun after (a very quick!) download on the VC.

At firist it feels quite basic, but a few levels in and you are absorbed. Slowly it getsharder, and (to me at least) had that 'just one more level, then I'll go to bed' appeal!

Don't let the 'cute' graphics fool you, this is a great game that still stands up after all these years.

a very fun game indeed! I love the kirby swimming animation and im suprised how well the gameplay actually plays out. eating people and taking their abilities is a really nice feature and again nintendo did it very well. The "music".... i dont know about you, but this game has some of the most horrible 'music' i ever heard, its ear piercing, headache creating bad, hell i wouldnt even call it music. its like they just threw a bunch of random sounds together and cranked the tempo up 400%. There is no rythem at all just tons of sound blips going on and off as fast as the NES can handle, i really dont understand it.

Ironically in super smash brothers the kirby course (N64 version) had my most favorite music of all the other stages. But aslong as you have the volume turned way down i really love the game. Not to mention the fact that there are lots of hidden secerates to find = increased replayability

haha, it's so cute, but great fun. I don't know about anyone else, but I'm getting really bad slowdown in places. It might just be a PAL thing though.

Not only all of that, but it clocked in at 6 MEGS!!!, for it's time the 2nd largest game on the NES ever, Next to Dragon Warrior IV

Ok I just got this game, and checked it against my old PAL cart AND the NTSC version. And this game is semi PAL optimised. The borders are still there, BUT the speed is exactly the same as the NTSC version. It appears the original PAL cart was sped up as well.

Downloaded it on release, and I think it's great! I wasn't too sure about it because it's on the NES, and I've played the GBA version, but I'm addicted!
Now it's just the wait for Kirby Super Star! That is one of my all time favourite games!

When I heard it was coming to the VC I was a little wary I have to admit. I'd downloaded three VC games before it and to be honest, hadn't been very impressed.
But I read the review on here and decided to trust it, hoping it was at least as good as Kirby's Dreamland on GameBoy, which I remembered to be great.
Thankfully..it's much MUCH better! Simple yet pleasing graphics..simple yet challenging levels..and the best thing of all..no passwords!
Highly recommended!

Kirby's Dreamland was fun but it was extremely limited and very short (unsurprising as it's the first Kirby game). This NES game trounces it in almost every way... and there's even a level that's based on the GB game, right down to the black and white visuals.

Oh yeah, that level based on Kirby's Dreamland was amaaaazing!!
Aww, the memories..
Worth getting for that level alone!

I'd never played a Kirby title before, but for 500 points, I figured I'd give it a chance. This game is easily the best bang for your buck on the Virtual Console. It's a fun game to play, and while some might complain that it's easy, I found a little challenge to some of the bosses, and will probably play this game again down the line.

I have always loved this game...and my (now ex) girlfriend got hooked on it even though she had never played video games before she met me!

those enemies arent that easy to sweep of the screen, this game its truly adventureee-ischh whoeiehaihiahi. its great.

Completed it a couple of weeks ago. Definitely worth the 500 points, and it was harder than the GBA version.

Even after playing almost every Kirby Game, Kirby's Adventure still stands to me as being one of the best. I still can't believe this is an NES game. It's hard to imagine that games as graphically simple as Soccer or Metroid were on the same console as this. Through graphics and sound this game is a true winner and the most refined game on the NES. But it's not all icing on the cake. This game is a solid, extremely fun Kirby experience that everyone should play. The game is long, the levels are colorful, and there are a total of twenty five powers that each have their own unique movesets and uses, beating even Kirby Super Star on the SNES. This game is packed to the brim with great fun, which makes the small amoung of lag understandable. The only Kirby games I can think of that I like more are Kirby's Dreamland 3 and maybe Kirby's Dreamland 2. I honestly would have paid at least 800 points for this if I had to, and considering it is only 500, no one has any reason not to buy this except for maybe owning the original or the GBA port Knightmare in Dreamland.

Hmm i was gonna buy this one today but my mom kept saying i didn't like it when i was a kid. but since its long ( as red atm said ) and its harder than the game boy one ( as Mendez said ) I'm saving my points for this one. And I know this is off the topic but does anyone no when ether paper mario, super mario rpg, or yoshi story come out?

I completed this game years ago, thats why I never bought this from VC.

Overall, its a classic, and I recommend it.

I am experiencing major lag problems with this VC game Also there's a vertical bar, about 1 cm wide, at the left side of the screen, wich changes to the background color. When I move Kirby around the images on the sides seem to have trouble catching up. I contacted Nintendo, they say it's not a known problem and it's probably my Wii. But I also downloaded Super Mario Bros. and haven't had any problems with that one or any other problems with my Wii so far. I also tried deleting the game and redownloading it several times, but that didn't help. Does anybody else experience this problem and know how to fix it?

whenever i lag, i pretend kirby entered DA MATRIX! oOoooOOoo
1000100ki010rb001y10100

but yeah kirby is so awesome, i just got squeak squad the other day and i love how everything interacts; freeze water, cut grass, cool down lava, sooOOOo awesome... but its missing the walkaround the world feeling that this kirbys adventure has, and thats whats makes it super fun and a great game in nintendo history

The vertical bar at the left of the screen is nothing to be worried about.
Many scrolling games on NES have this - just look at Super Mario Bros 3.
You can do nothing about it. Nintendo could remove this bar but it's like the matter of slowdown (matrix effect): the game would not be "The Original" without all of it's original flaws.

Yeah, Jessica...it's nothing to worry about. That actually exists on the NES original, it's a mere product of the NES' limited capabilities.

Horrible Music...

The Music in Kirby's Adventure is a downright Delight
MIDI/well constructed/very very cheerful/happy

I think Jun Ishikawa did a great job on creating this music, heck I even have the Soundtrack (some download somewhere)

A great little ditty of a platformer it's simple levers make up with great, but hard boss fights get it now or get swallowed

This is the first Kirby game I ever played, and I can vouchsafe for its playability even today. The game is cute, fun and the level design is excellent. Certainly worth the money.

The music, though, is so bad that I thought I was having emulation issues. The permanent color-shifting left bar is a minor distraction.

Wow! I bought this on your recommendation, and I must say it is fantastic! I just beat it, but I plan to start a new file and beat it again! I had only played the 64 version before, and I think this one tops it. The bosses are as entertaining as the creative levels and characters. 500 points well spent on this one!

this is a perfect game for everyone.
it's nice and easy and will cheer you up.
some little secrets can be found in the different levels.
but i've beaten the more better Kirby's Dreamland 1+2+3, Kirby 64 and Kirby's Fun Pak, so this one really pales in comparison. nevertheless, 3 stars would be much too harsh for an old but good NES classic.

Damn, how I HATE slowdowns! And this game's got plenty of that! As soon as theres more than 3-4 sprites on the screen, it slows down to unacceptable "slideshow"-ing. And that really is a shame, since this game has a really good gameplay, and Kirby is just the most adorable little hero I've ever seen!
But alas, I HATE SLOWDOWNS! I they weren't there I'd give it a 5 star rating...

I'm very tempted to download this, but I think I'll just wait for Super Star, whenever it comes out...

I had this game on the NES long ago, played it to death and had very good memories of this HIGH quality NES game. I decided to download it on Wii and finished it in 3 hours at 100%. It's just too easy, I probably played it too much. The possibility to fly made the game too easy imo. But oh well, i'm 20 yo, I supose I have to pass this game to youngers.

However I don't regret this download. It's a pure classic and collectible. People who never played it won't be disapointed by this HIGH quality NES game. Seriously, this game pushed the NES to his limits. 5 bucks is cheap. Worth it.

how bad is this frequently mentioned "slowdown"?
enough to detract from enjoying the game, if you've never played it before (like me)?

@pocki, I'm fine with the slowdown. I never played the game before until now, and I'm totally hooked on it. Kirby's Adventure is practically a drug, lol. The slowdown is distracted by the awesomeness of the game.

I love kirby games. I like the way you can steal powerups and stuff. When i downloaded this game it looked familiar immediatly. Id played the remake on GBA and completed it aswell. But i still played through this NES version and loved every second. This is one completly amazing game. Its not too hard and not too easy. You will find yourself dying alot but since lives are easy to pick up thanks to the bonus games you will be able to get into the game easy. I finished the NES version last night and enjoyed every single second. I recommend anyone to download this if your a kirby fan or not.

Thi is my first kirby game and it is awesome!!!!! the gameplay is so frikin adicting evry time i turn mmy wii on i am drawn to this game like flys to fire this is my best vc download yet

I never had an NES as a kid, but heard a lot about this game.

It was my second VC title and once I started I was hooked!

This game is a GEM, in my opinion the best NES game. It makes Mario look like shovelware, there is so much polish and depth. You will NOT regret this, this game will put a smile on your face, and you will be AMAZED the NES could pull this off.

The day I bought this on VC and played it I was like "Oh My God. I had no idea any NES games were this advanced ever." This game is one of the best. Great music and sound effect integration and excellent graphics make this something you'd kill for. What more could you ask for? (Still think the graphics are so-so? Wait until you get to the final boss, then try saying that again.) Besides that, the game is loads of fun and full of awesome bonus games, boss fights, and abilities. At 500 points, a game like this is a steal. (^_^)

This is far one of the best games for the nes and the kirby series.
The grapics is outstanding for a NES game and at some points it's looks like SNES grapics. (no joke)
The music is great and keep the kirby style.(i love the last boss music^^)
The gameplay is great and it's has good level design,the swallow system is groundbreaking (by then) and the secret switches is a great touch, The only flaw is some secret switches is a bit too hard to get with those invisible doorsD:
The difficulity is pretty easy but the vs.boss and the extra mode (that is easier as wii has a save function)
It's suprising this is so cheap as it's so great, 500 is soo cheap!
Get it or else....... you miss something very good and very cheap for it's quality!

Good game, but you won't be playing it long.

This is the first game I downloaded on the VC. Fantastic game. I can't believe I never played this on the NES. I guess I thought Kirby looked too cute or something. A few console generations later, and Super Smash Bros. proved me wrong . If I had played this game when it came out on the NES I would have been a die-hard Kirby fan even earlier. Kirby kicks some serious @$$! Now where's Kirby Super Star?!

Although it's a bit too easy, KA is definitely one off the best platformer on the NES. Easily a five star just for all the content alone.

OK, so where is kirby 64?!

its awesome! i cant wait for 64

It's a wonderful game, definitely a must have for the NES. Like our official reviewer, I must say this game has great music, graphics, and replay for a NES game, and believe or not, it's fun to boot! The game is a tad easy and Kirby's endless hover ability can get annoying, but compared to its good traits, the problems mean nothing. Anyways, the game's only five bucks; get it. Seriously, who wouldn't want to be a pink ball that has a stomach of steel?

9/10: Gotta love the puff ball.

For a Nes game i had never played in my heyday i downloaded it after VCR review of the game. Thanks. A really fantastic game and it actually rivals SMB3 for depth. A real Gem!!!

One of the best platformers EVER!!!

I cant wait for superstar. One of my favorite nes games!

Downloaded it. Awesome! Worth 500 points! But it's a bit easy.

I wish I had this when I was a kid. This game is great!

I'll probably buy this, how long is it?

not that long, 7 worlds.

I love this game!!!!
This was one of the best gameboy games ever!!!

What an amazing game. I wouldn't care if the main character was a sea-cucumber, as long as the play mechanics were the same! So many kids and adults alike passed on this the first time because of the kiddy appearance. Now's your chance to play a classic. One of those games that takes a concept to a new level. Pure platforming goodness!

I could not recomend a better game for the VC!

@yeeat: This aint no Game Boy game. It's a sequel to the very first Game Boy, Kirby's Dreamland, true. But the gameplay is heavily upgraded.

Wonderful music in this one. As for the slowdowns, think about it as Bullet Time in the Matrix^^

This game seemed so easy to start with, but it ramps up. Fluffy and cute, but with some good challenge. Cute bosses that smile at you with wide glossy eyes while they relentlessly attack is a strange and wonderful thing, lol. For 500 pts a lot of gameplay and fun.

I bought this because my sister wanted it and i was in a good mood. Upon playing it myself, i was surprised to find myself enjoying a game like this. It was a blast to play and i'd recommend it to anyone into this sort of game.

Hey, I have a question, what does it mean if a door leading to a level is flashing?

kirby may be cute but he sure does pack a whollop!! and is good with a sword:-)

Kirby sucks but in a good way. The puffy pink marshmallow defenetly is worth a download and it is hard to find better value for your 500 points. awesome and perfect game earns a 5/5

I recall this game being more fun back in the day. It's still decent game to play, but it reminds me of bagging groceries: "Just one more bag---Ag! No, not another can of peas!"

Good game although short and easy.

I wish I knew that this was the original version of Kirby Nightmare in Dreamland for the GBA because I woudn't have spend 500 wii points on a game that I already owned.

Excellent game!!!! I was never a Kirby fan until previewed this game in Brawl and decided to give this game a download. Being one of the last games to come out on the NES, it was well advanced for the system.

Oh GOD yes! I love this game! Ever since I've played this as a child (I sucked at it though), I became a big fan of the little pink ball of... ... o o; What IS he made of? Oh right. Little pink ball of AWESOME!! Biased rating of 5 / 5! xD

Downloaded it but...I got tired of it after 7 worlds with almost the same levels.

This has to be one of the best NES titles ever
I played it on SSBB, and kept playing hte same level for about an hour and a half
I would pay 10 dollars for this

10/10!
a bit glichy sometimes, but definately worth everything.
anyone know a tip to beat dedede? its surprisingly challenging

WARNING

if you have nightmare in dreamland do not buy

or you'll end up with 2 copies like me

Great graphics, Loveable Kirby game.
5 stars.

Anyone who agrees with me when I say the third Last boss looks like Waluigi? The guy with the cape.

As a big Kirby fan, I am definately going to get this game as my next vc game. looks really fun!

good thing it actually saves! dreamland gbc is so short and cant save. i dont play it anymore due to that

This is one of those games that you can't believe it was on the nes. The gameplay was wonderful. It may be easy, but it manages to still be fun. It is way better that Kirby 64 for sure. If you love platformers, don't hesitate to spent 5 dollars on this.

It's a nice little game. I first played it on the VC and it was really worth the 500 points. A true classic and one of the must have games für NES lovers.

I bought this game, even though I have NIDL and knew that it was a remake of this game (The demo in Brawl was just too fun to resist!). I actually think it's better than NIDL: The visuals are more lively and charming, and the minigames are a tad more enjoyable. It's much easier than NIDL (which wasn't that hard to begin with), but also more fun. A steal at $5 imho. 5 stars.

Edit: The black & White Game Boy homage level is my favorite! Worth getting the game for that level alone!

Almost Hands Down Best NES Game.......the only competition in that category is Super Mario Bros. 3..............5/5

I have the remake of this game and loved it! I didn't realize that it was a remake, so I got this one, and now I don't even touch the GBA one. Great game!

@poggydude: so, the game is worth it to have two diffrent copies of it. i just bought it today and i love it, so much fun!

and is metaknight unlockable in this version of the game?

@ MR.Cheez- i had to get it also cuz of SSBB

good game i like the mini games a good touch if
you ask me but i will only give it 4 stars cuz its
quite easy

The second I get my next batch of wii points I'll be strate too kirby this game looks like a true classic, Thanks everyone.

Like most Kirby titles the game is a bit easy, but has great level design, enemies, bosses, minigames, and it also introduced Kirby's ability to copy enemies abilities once he swollows one. (Like if he eats a fire enemy he gets to shoot fire.)
The final boss also has great animations for a 8-bit game. I like how one of the final levels in the game is completelly black & white, and looks like the original Gameboy game.

Just bought and completed it. I had this on the NES too back in the day and the game still holds up very well. I would rate it the best game on the system along with SMB 1 and 3.

Still have to buy Kirby 64, that one I have never played.

Definetley one of my favorite NES games. I Just bought this off the shop channel 30 minutes ago. i love this game. its so simple yet so fun. for sure 5/5

Definetley one of my favorite NES games. I Just bought this off the shop channel 30 minutes ago. i love this game. its so simple yet so fun. for sure 5/5