In the original Kirby Air Ride, there was a lighthearted mode known as Top Ride that offered a top-down racing experience reminiscent of classic games like Off Road and Super Off Road. Fans will be pleased to know that Top Ride is making a return in Kirby Air Riders, now featuring significant upgrades and supporting up to eight players.

Top Ride was a major highlight in today’s Kirby Air Riders Nintendo Direct. In this mode, players race around tracks from an overhead perspective. The camera is dynamic—it can follow a single player, scan across groups of racers, or display the entire track when many players are competing.

One of the exciting features of Top Ride is its multiplayer support. You can race solo against seven bots, compete with up to four players locally on the same Switch, or go online and play with up to eight players. Any open slots can be filled with computer-controlled bots to keep the competition lively.

Kirby Air Riders promises to deliver a unique Kirby party game experience. Beyond the traditional Air Ride races, players can enjoy a battle royale-style City Trial mode along with the revamped Top Ride. These varied gameplay options ensure there’s something for everyone.

Having had the opportunity to try early versions of the game, we’re optimistic about how Kirby Air Riders is shaping up. It looks set to be a fun and engaging addition to the Kirby series with plenty of multiplayer thrills.
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