Kirby continues to have some of the strongest, most effective level design in the market. If you want to study levels that effectively teach mechanics and reward exploration while still being generally accessible, this game is a great teaching tool.

Good boss fights, good music, good aesthetics, good blend of stage gimmicks, good variety...everything here is quite good! Nothing sticks out and is absolutely exceptional - Forgotten Land and (to my understanding) Planet Robobot improve upon this game's foundation significantly, but this is a fun time nonetheless.

Great 2D platforming, if lacking in any sauce that would elevate it to excellence.