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Kirby Air Riders Nintendo Direct: Everything Announced

by Jacob Mar 09,2026

We’ve heard surprisingly little about director Masahiro Sakurai’s highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 sequel, Kirby Air Riders – but that all changes with today’s dedicated Nintendo Direct.

In just a few moments, Nintendo will begin a broadcast that finally reveals more details – and possibly a release date – for the long-awaited sequel to the overlooked Nintendo GameCube classic. With its expected 2025 release window rapidly approaching, we’re also hoping for an in-depth look at Kirby Air Riders gameplay as Sakurai delivers a full 45 minutes of content.

As promised, the Kirby Air Riders Nintendo Direct will undoubtedly offer a wealth of information for fans to explore throughout its extended runtime. There’s no need to worry, though – IGN will be gathering every major reveal and announcement for eager Nintendo Switch 2 players to review. Stay updated with everything revealed in this new Nintendo Direct below.

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