Initially, I wasn't sure whether or not I'd write a review for this Kirby entry, but after replaying it, I think it deserves a review.

Believe it or not, Kirby 64 was one of the first two games that started my video game collection. Before then I mostly stuck to what was on modern platforms at the time as I was a kid with limited knowledge on anything that came before the Wii (despite owning a Ps1). However, the N64 was the first "retro" console I took a real interest in as it has Super Smash Bros, Super Mario 64, Mario Kart 64 (which I actually had played a few times previously), and this game. So when I had enough money to buy an N64 and some games, I went to a retro game store and got myself an N64, Smash Bros, and this game. In hindsight, I would have got Quest 64 too as it was dirt cheap, but I didn't know what it was let alone that I would actually come to like it when I finally did get it. But enough reminiscing! Now its time to get into the game itself!

If you've played any other Kirby game then you'd know what to expect with this one. You run, jump, inhale enemies, and get cool power-ups, but this time with a twist. You can mix & match two power-ups to get all sorts of different abilities. It's a really cool gimmick that as far as I know hasn't returned in any future game and that makes me sad. My personal favorite combination was the fire sword and I would love to use that in another Kirby game.

Kirby is a series that is known for being of the easier franchises that Nintendo makes, but Kirby 64 on the other hand actually does have a decent amount of challenge in it. While the game certainly isn't "the Dark Souls of 2d platformers," it still does have enough challenging moments that make it stand out from some of the other entries in the series that I've played. Skill wise, I wouldn't consider myself a hardcore gamer as I've used save states for my fair share of difficult games that I most likely would never have beaten otherwise, but in a series like Kirby, I do enjoy that the game also isn't a total cakewalk either and I respect it for that.

Another thing I'd like to mention is that the game's visuals are pretty sharp as far as N64 graphics go. I've probably said that about a handful of N64 games, but the game genuinely looks beautiful.

As far as negative things about this game, there aren't many if any that I can think of. I'd say it's a little on the short side, but then again Kirby games are usually pretty short. As far as Kirby games go, its definitely one of the better entries in the series. If Kirby's Dream Land is a sugar cookie, this game is a cake with frosting & sprinkles.