Kirby Return to Dream Land Deluxe Review: 79 Ratings, Pros and Cons

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Kirby Return to Dream Land Deluxe Review: 79 Ratings, Pros and Cons

Date: 17/02/2023 (Last saved review: 20/12/2023) - Review: CommentChoisir.fr

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68 Ratings ranked from best to worst, green to good grades, red to bad, Average rating: 4.1/5.
Source: https://www.commentChoisir.fr

10/10 GadgetGear	9.5/10 Pizza Fria	4.5/5 PCMag	9/10 Shacknews
9/10 Press Start	4.5/5 Vooks	9/10 Nintendo Life	9/10 Nintendoros
9/10 Niche Gamer	9/10 SlashGear	9/10 GameOver	9/10 M2 Gaming
9/10 Nintendo World Report	8.9/10 3RD Strike	8.8/10 VideoChums	8.75/10 GameInformer
8.74/10 Le Bêta-Testeur	8.7/10 GamingGuardian	8.6/10 TierraGamer	4.3/5 Computer Bild
8.5/10 GodIsAGeek	8.5/10 Well Played	8.5/10 Areajugones	8.5/10 Checkpoint Gaming
8.5/10 PlaySense	8.5/10 tuttoteK	8.5/10 Phenixx Gaming	8.5/10 Boss Level Gamer
8.5/10 Pure Nintendo	8.4/10 GBATemp	8.4/10 GameScore.it	8.3/10 GamesVillage
8.2/10 Vandal	8.1/10 The Games Machine	8/10 Journal du Geek	16/20 GamerGen
8/10 GameReactor	4/5 NME	8/10 PCGames	8/10 Tom’s Hardware (it)
4/5 Hardcore Gamer	8/10 Game-eXperience.it	8/10 MKAU Gaming	8/10 GameHope
8/10 GameSpew	4/5 GamezGeneration	8/10 NerdMovieProductions	4/5 Geeks By Girls
80/100 Gaming Trend	80/100 Switch-Actu	8/10 Geeky	79/100 Nintendúo
79/100 NextN	78/100 Games.ch	7.8/10 SpazioGames	77/100 4players
7.5/10 wccftech	7.5/10 GamersGlobal	7.5/10 GameSoul	7.5/10 TechRaptor
73/100 COGconnected	7.1/10 Geeko	7/10 ActuGaming	7/10 GamingBolt
7/10 GameKult.com	60/100 GameZebo

9 Preview or review without rating: JeuxVideo.com, Trusted Reviews, Console Creatures, Nintendo-Town, GameWave, Multiplayer.it, Vida Extra, CoupleOfGamer, SpiritGamer

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GadgetGear

Incredibly beautiful in Full HD
Delicious gameplay
Good music
Tons of extra content

reviewed at 04/03/2023 - [read the full review on GadgetGear]

9.5

Pizza Fria

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 15/03/2023 - [read the full review on Pizza Fria]

4.5

PCMag

Plenty of content, with an extra campaign and more minigames
Fun core gameplay
Varied abilities, including Switch-specific powers
Cool combat flexibility

Expensive for a remake of a Wii game
Lacks online co-op play

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on PCMag]

Shacknews

Approachable gameplay
Great for gamers of all ages & skill sets
Multiplayer offered throughout campaign & side activities
Updated graphics that look stunning on Switch OLED
Fun new content like Merry Magoland & Magalor Epilogue
Expansive variety of copy abilities for Kirby
+ 2 new abilities
Simple, heartfelt, easy-to-follow story

No real challenge outside of some Merry Magoland subgames
Redundancy with subgames in Magalor's ship & Merry Magoland

reviewed at 01/01/1970 - [read the full review on Shacknews]

Press Start

Short and sweet levels made even better with friends
An expansive collection of well-realized Copy Abilities
Packed with high quality content and replay value
Magalor Epilogue is a fantastic inclusion
Vastly enhanced visuals that run circles around the original

Potentially a bit too pricey for returning players
Main story is far too easy, even by Kirby standards

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on Press Start]

4.5

Vooks

Fantastic level design and gameplay
New epilogue is incredible
Minigames are fun with friends

Still no online multiplayer
Levels are not designed for multiplayer
I want more Magalor

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on Vooks]

Nintendo Life

Slick new visuals and remastered soundtrack reinvigorate the action
New epilogue adds a solid few hours of fun
Merry Magoland is packed full of ways to enjoy minigames in local and online play
Some nice tweaks to gameplay, updated models and mechanics
Perfect performance in docked and handheld modes
Extra Mode has had a few tweaks and changes

It's Kirby so, as expected, actual challenge here is fairly limited

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on Nintendo Life]

Nintendoros

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on Nintendoros]

Niche Gamer

Wholesome, classic Kirby gameplay at its most refined
Packed with amusing multiplayer sub-games that support up to four players
Additional challenge levels, copy abilities and a new epilogue mode with over 20 new stages
Colorful and appealing visuals that are very pleasing and easy on the eyes
Super charged copy abilities are an impressive spectacle and the out-of-nowhere cosmic dread

Steep price for what is essentially a Nintendo Wii game from 2011
The main antagonist is disappointingly iterative of a past Kirby villain

reviewed at 27/02/2023 - [read the full review on Niche Gamer]

SlashGear

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 02/03/2023 - [read the full review on SlashGear]

GameOver

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 08/03/2023 - [read the full review on GameOver]

M2 Gaming

Superb visual
Mega attacks are very exhilarating
Story and boss quite easy, especially via Magolor assistance mode
Ability to play a more difficult mode
the Epilogue of Magolor is challenging
The various activities of Magoland Park and its mini-games
2 new powers: Mech and Sand

Always the same repetitive recipeMini delays in loadsThe price vs the type of game (remaster)

reviewed at 09/03/2023 - [read the full review on M2 Gaming]

Nintendo World Report

Everyone can be Kirby
Fun multiplayer sub-games
Great new content
Nice visual upgrades

No meaningful online play

reviewed at 16/03/2023 - [read the full review on Nintendo World Report]

8.9

3RD Strike

A ton of additional content

Bad: Plays it a bit too safe

reviewed at 08/03/2023 - [read the full review on 3RD Strike]

8.8

VideoChums

Fantastic old-school Kirby fun that you can enjoy cooperatively with friends
Merry Magoland is a wonderful mode
Plenty of other cool additions

Although definitely nostalgic, the gameplay doesn't stand out much in the series

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on VideoChums]

8.75

GameInformer

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on GameInformer]

8.74

Le Bêta-Testeur

Nice visuals
Beautiful audio frame
Pleasant to day alone or with family
New capabilities are great
The amusement park is really fun

The main story has not changed from the Wii version

reviewed at 23/02/2023 - [read the full review on Le Bêta-Testeur]

8.7

GamingGuardian

Wonderful level design, full of small details and good puzzles
The variety of transformations is huge and the new additions feel fresh
The epilogue is very interesting
The remastering work is effective...

... Although there are some details that should have been polished
Not as much additional content as it should

reviewed at 01/03/2023 - [read the full review on GamingGuardian]

8.6

TierraGamer

The game mechanics are always attractive.
The double power-ups look amazing.
Even if he gets into trouble, the fun is not lost.
There are enough options for the general public.
The co-op is very entertaining.

He could have had many more additions.
Graphics need more in-depth tweaking.

reviewed at 23/02/2023 - [read the full review on TierraGamer]

4.3

Computer Bild

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 27/02/2023 - Kirby's Return to Dreamland Deluxe: Das Knuddelspiel im Test [read the full review on Computer Bild]
[4.3/5] reviewed at 08/03/2023 - Kirby's Return to Dreamland für die Switch: Ist das wirklich "Deluxe"? [read the full review on Computer Bild]

8.5

GodIsAGeek

Simple, but great fun
Some nice new additions
Accessible to all
Great mini-games

Can be overwhelming when you receive loads of cards at once
The narrative is bland

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on GodIsAGeek]

8.5

Well Played

Traditionally enjoyable Kirby content that will put a smile on your face
Colourful and engaging in solo or co-op play
A decent amount of content for the asking price
Very easy for just about anyone to pick up and play
Magolor?s epilogue is a worthy addition to the fold

Mini-games remain a minor filler
Perhaps a little too easy at times in co-op
Not quite as creative as Forgotten Land

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on Well Played]

8.5

Areajugones

The main adventure is very entertaining
The number of skills available is a kick
The soundtrack is still as good as ever with this saga
A lot of content is available, before and after the end of the main adventure.
The

the main adventure is identical to the one we enjoyed on Wii

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on Areajugones]

8.5

Checkpoint Gaming

Updated graphics almost makes it feel like a brand new game
Great to play as Magolor in Magolor's Epilogue
New Merry Magoland adds more fun with friends
New copy abilities add even more gameplay variety

Not much staying power if you plan to play solo
Those looking for complex platforming will be left wanting

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on Checkpoint Gaming]

8.5

PlaySense

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 24/02/2023 - [read the full review on PlaySense]

8.5

tuttoteK

Ideal for completists...
Grand Magolor-Epilogue...
Cooperative level design...
Magolandia Park to applause
Goodbye motion controls

... but overall easy
... and minus the Extra campaign
... with left-handed one-sided shots

reviewed at 02/03/2023 - [read the full review on tuttoteK]

8.5

Phenixx Gaming

Great new epilogue mode added to original story
Tight controls and a great-feeling game overall
Nearly the best Kirby game available on Switch

Shaded graphics are an interesting, but underwhelming, choice
Not enough added to make this a fresh experience

reviewed at 06/03/2023 - [read the full review on Phenixx Gaming]

8.5

Boss Level Gamer

Kirby 2D platforming has never been better
The Magolor levels are a home run
An undeniable sense of charm and nostalgia

For better or worse, things can be a little too simplistic
The game runs a bit short

reviewed at 06/03/2023 - [read the full review on Boss Level Gamer]

8.5

Pure Nintendo

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 17/03/2023 - [read the full review on Pure Nintendo]

8.4

GBATemp

A great and by the books Kirby outing
Nice assortment of subgames to enjoy
New mode added for Deluxe edition
Genuinely challenging hard mode available upon completion of main story

Some unlockable content is available elsewhere now and doesn't really feel like a reward Bosses don't seem to have any reason to be guarding the things you're fighting them for

reviewed at 28/02/2023 - [read the full review on GBATemp]

8.4

GameScore.it

New aesthetic compartment very suitable
Nice additions that make the game richer and more accessible
It is possible to compete against most of the content in the company of 3 other friends

The new epilogue is consumed in no time, before even having been able to try all the skills of its protagonist.
The ability to play online would have made the product just perfect

reviewed at 17/02/2023 - Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe: ecco tutte le novità del remake e la nostra analisi della versione DEMO [read the full review on GameScore.it]
[8.4/10] reviewed at 16/03/2023 - Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe ? Recensione [read the full review on GameScore.it]

8.3

GamesVillage

The remastered of a quietly passed title is always welcome
Many and varied mini-games, more than just a filler

Graphically enhanced, but not as big as other Deluxe

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on GamesVillage]

8.2

Vandal

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on Vandal]

8.1

The Games Machine

A Nintendo platformer in its purest and most loving essence
Suitable for young and old, with a wide variety of challenges...

Small inaccuracies in controls and interaction with portals
... but the main campaign is really TOO easy!

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on The Games Machine]

Journal du Geek

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on Journal du Geek]

GamerGen

Super cute on Switch Two new powers Magoland Park, delirious to several The epilogue of Magolor, a fun progression

Magolor Assistant, useless The amiibo function, bof

reviewed at 01/01/1970 - [read the full review on GamerGen]

NME

Kirby Return to Dream Land Deluxe reviewed by NME

Review Kirby Return to Dream Land Deluxe by NME

The story mode is good wholesome fun
Merry Magoland makes for a brilliant party game
Super Abilities are a blast

Boss fights lack difficulty
Controlling Kirby?s copy abilities can take some getting used to
It?s a bit pricey if you?re not interested in the side activities

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on NME]

PCGames

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on PCGames]

Tom’s Hardware (it)

Level design which twelve years later is still a school...
The multiplayer sector of mini-games is comparable to that of the best board games...
The new technical sector is well made.
The additional content guarantees a good longevity to the title.

... But this could be moderated for those who liked the first chapters of the saga.
... But it is completely unbalanced in the story mode.
The ease with which you can 100% complete both stories could be a deterrent for many.

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on Tom’s Hardware (it)]

GameReactor

Loads of content Great core platforming gameplay Vibrant and adorable visuals

Simple bosses Can feel a tad generic at times

[8/10] reviewed at 22/02/2023 - Kirby's Return to Dreamland Deluxe [read the full review on GameReactor]
[8/10] reviewed at 22/02/2023 - Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe [read the full review on GameReactor]

Hardcore Gamer

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 28/02/2023 - [read the full review on Hardcore Gamer]

Game-eXperience.it

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 01/03/2023 - [read the full review on Game-eXperience.it]

MKAU Gaming

Variety of gameplay and additional content
Cute and fun updated visuals, music and characters
Solo and multiplayer modes
Consistently strong frames and performance

Side-scrolling can get tiresome
Some sections with great gameplay elements don?t last long enough

reviewed at 02/03/2023 - [read the full review on MKAU Gaming]

GameHope

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 03/03/2023 - [read the full review on GameHope]

GameSpew

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 03/03/2023 - [read the full review on GameSpew]

GamezGeneration

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 05/03/2023 - [read the full review on GamezGeneration]

NerdMovieProductions

A cool platformer for everyone
Multiplayer is a significant added value
New content justifies high price

Lack of online access is felt
Being a port might discourage those who played the original

reviewed at 08/03/2023 - [read the full review on NerdMovieProductions]

Geeks By Girls

Mini-games
Playability
Top graphics
Magoland Park

Lifespan

reviewed at 08/03/2023 - [read the full review on Geeks By Girls]

100

Gaming Trend

Captures Kirby at his most Kirby
Nice audio and visual refresh
Tons of content
Deluxe additions are strong

Falls into too comfortable of a rhythm
Not a fan of that Magolor Book mini game!

reviewed at 09/03/2023 - [read the full review on Gaming Trend]

100

Switch-Actu

Polished and mastered gameplay
Beautifully redesigned graphics
Super Powers, devastating and spectacular
LâÉpilogue Magolor, excellent and pleasant to play
The possibility to play up to 4 players!

Maybe a little too simple
Little replayability, except for the most relentless
A bit short overall

reviewed at 14/03/2023 - [read the full review on Switch-Actu]

Geeky

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 08/03/2023 - [read the full review on Geeky]

100

Nintendúo

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

[79/100] reviewed at 22/02/2023 - Análisis de Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe para Nintendo Switch [read the full review on Nintendúo]
[79/100] reviewed at 23/02/2023 - Análisis de Kirby?s Return to Dream Land Deluxe para Nintendo Switch [read the full review on Nintendúo]

100

NextN

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 13/03/2023 - [read the full review on NextN]

100

Games.ch

Stunning new HD graphics
Tons of normal and ultimate skills for Kirby (some new)
Varied game world with various opponents
Intuitive controls and plenty of help for beginners
Extensive mini-game offering in the "Merry Magoland" with a lush unlocking system
Full campaign and mini-games also playable in co-op / competitive
Many challenges and bonus modes to unlock (usually after the campaign ends)
Decent total playing time (10-20 hours)...

... where the story mode can easily be rushed in about five hours
Too light over long distances
Disappointing Agolor-epilogue

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on Games.ch]

7.8

SpazioGames

Graphic reshuffle not excessive but obvious
New mini-games and additional adventure

Difficult to justify the total price with new content
Often repetitive patterns

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on SpazioGames]

100

4players

Super control, squeaky clean technology
Lots of funny and cool transformations
wide variety of Move
Long epilogue as luxury addition
Lots of variety in the stages
Fully playable by four
Abundant fashions and pleasures

Staid Level Design
extremely light bosses (intermediate)
Almost no bangers at the mini-play fair
slightly weaker than Triple Deluxe, Planet Robobot & Star Allies

reviewed at 23/02/2023 - [read the full review on 4players]

7.5

wccftech

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on wccftech]

7.5

GamersGlobal

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on GamersGlobal]

7.5

GameSoul

A classic that supports the weight of the years very well
Simple, colorful, fun and immediate
The new epilogue of Magolor enriches the original formula
Fun and engaging mini-games...

... but absolutely not recommended solo
Not suitable for those looking for real platform challenges
New content does not fully justify the introductory price

reviewed at 03/03/2023 - [read the full review on GameSoul]

7.5

TechRaptor

Latter Half Picks Up in Creativity
Merry Magoland Mask Collecting is Addicting, Epilogue Chapter Worthwhile
Crisp New Visuals

Earlier Levels Aren't Very Exciting
Fails to Differentiate Itself Among Other Kirby Titles

reviewed at 06/03/2023 - [read the full review on TechRaptor]

100

COGconnected

Loads To Do
The Epilogue
Classic Gameplay

Very Conventional
A Bit Too Easy
Having to Unlock the Harder Mode

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on COGconnected]

7.1

Geeko

A proven formula
A whole bunch of new content
Convincing visual work
The new epilogue brings a little freshness
A game accessible to all

The main adventure not very original
Offered at full price
Few surprises

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on Geeko]

ActuGaming

A very nice graphic facelift
Very accessible for novices...
Additional content in spades
The epilogue of Magolor and its gameplay that diverges a little from the rest of the adventure
A fun and readable multiplayer experience

Level themes seen and reviewed
... But will lack challenge for others
A globally agreed adventure

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on ActuGaming]

GamingBolt

Beautiful visuals thanks to an amazing graphical facelift
extremely well designed, and great at onboarding new players
the new assist mode is extremely helpful for new players
co-op mode introduces fun and shenanigans for a group of players
the collectibles and optional content do add more challenge for the more enterprising player
the new epilogue is a reasonably hefty chunk of content

Extremely easy and straightforward for the critical path, which can be finished in a few hours, meaning experienced players might not get as much out of this game as newer ones
multiplayer is, somehow, still local only

reviewed at 01/03/2023 - [read the full review on GamingBolt]

GameKult.com

Accessible for the youngest
Playable up to 4 players.
Generous additional content
The epilogue dedicated to Magolor
Visually stunning

Lack of challenge for connoisseurs.
Main adventure quite short
Not enough new mini-games.

reviewed at 20/12/2023 - [read the full review on GameKult.com]

100

GameZebo

Beautiful presentation
Fun for younger players, especially in co-op
Plenty of content

Just too easySome lazy level designDid we mention it's too easy?

reviewed at 29/03/2023 - [read the full review on GameZebo]

not scored

JeuxVideo.com

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on JeuxVideo.com]

not scored

Trusted Reviews

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on Trusted Reviews]

not scored

Console Creatures

Enhanced graphics and framerate make this a great port
Tons of silly and excting Copy abilities to utilize
The epilogue with Magalor, Merry Magoland are great

Can't play as other characters in single-player

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on Console Creatures]

not scored

Nintendo-Town

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on Nintendo-Town]

not scored

GameWave

Growing difficulty ...
Multiplayer
Universe, DA and soundtrack
Plethora of powers
Replayability and post-adventure

... Although not very thorny
Unfairness of powers

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on GameWave]

not scored

Multiplayer.it

Beautiful graphics
Excellent control system, especially in water
Rich and full-bodied gameplay, in adventures and mini-games
All experienced in multiplayer

Difficulty suitable only for novices
Monotonous rhythm of the stages, with little variation
what does it offer more than other Kirbys on Switch?

reviewed at 22/02/2023 - [read the full review on Multiplayer.it]

not scored

Vida Extra

Your collection of mini-games.
An adventure that is still fun.
The new levels of the epilogue.

Those who already play its main adventure will find little news.
Upon request, more mini-games would be enjoyed.

reviewed at 01/03/2023 - [read the full review on Vida Extra]

not scored

CoupleOfGamer

No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.

reviewed at 02/03/2023 - [read the full review on CoupleOfGamer]

not scored