Nintendo has officially announced Kirby and the Forgotten Land Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World, marking a significant update for the beloved 3D platformer developed by HAL Laboratory.
Launched originally for Nintendo Switch in 2022, Kirby and the Forgotten Land quickly became one of the franchise's top performers, renowned for its inventive gameplay and vibrant presentation.
Now, with the Nintendo Switch 2 scheduled to launch, this new edition brings a wealth of enhancements and additional gameplay to both returning and new fans. Set to release globally on August 28, 2025, Kirby and the Forgotten Land Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World delivers an upgraded experience designed to fully utilize the Nintendo Switch 2’s advanced capabilities.
According to Nintendo, the Switch 2 Edition serves as a bundle, packaging the complete original game alongside a robust upgrade pack.
This upgrade elevates the visuals with improved frame rates and refined graphics, delivering a smoother and more immersive experience. A major highlight of the new content is the "Star-Crossed World" storyline, which unfolds after a mysterious meteor crashes into Kirby’s world.
Players will guide Kirby as he explores uncharted regions, mastering both familiar and new Mouthful Modes to overcome challenges and forge ahead in this expanded adventure.
Both single-player and local multiplayer modes are supported, ensuring broad appeal for solo and co-op play sessions alike. To make the upgrade path as seamless as possible, Nintendo has clarified that owners of the original Kirby and the Forgotten Land—whether owning the game physically or digitally for the first Nintendo Switch—can upgrade by purchasing the game's upgrade pack.
This digital pack will be available through multiple avenues, including the Nintendo eShop, My Nintendo Store, and participating retailers, allowing existing fans to experience the enhanced features and new content without repurchasing the full game. The release reaffirms Nintendo and HAL Laboratory’s commitment to extending the life of marquee titles by leveraging new hardware advancements while offering player-friendly options for those who invested in the original version.
Kirby and the Forgotten Land has garnered critical acclaim and impressive sales milestones since its initial launch, further cementing the series’ legacy within Nintendo’s extensive game library.
The decision to bring a content-rich, technically enhanced edition to the Nintendo Switch 2 underscores the importance of the Kirby franchise as both a commercial and creative force. With Kirby and the Forgotten Land Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World launching in late August 2025, existing fans and newcomers alike can anticipate an updated platforming adventure packed with improved visuals, a fresh storyline, and flexible upgrade options—solidifying its position as a cornerstone release for the next generation of Nintendo hardware.
Launched originally for Nintendo Switch in 2022, Kirby and the Forgotten Land quickly became one of the franchise's top performers, renowned for its inventive gameplay and vibrant presentation.
Now, with the Nintendo Switch 2 scheduled to launch, this new edition brings a wealth of enhancements and additional gameplay to both returning and new fans. Set to release globally on August 28, 2025, Kirby and the Forgotten Land Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World delivers an upgraded experience designed to fully utilize the Nintendo Switch 2’s advanced capabilities.
According to Nintendo, the Switch 2 Edition serves as a bundle, packaging the complete original game alongside a robust upgrade pack.
This upgrade elevates the visuals with improved frame rates and refined graphics, delivering a smoother and more immersive experience. A major highlight of the new content is the "Star-Crossed World" storyline, which unfolds after a mysterious meteor crashes into Kirby’s world.
Players will guide Kirby as he explores uncharted regions, mastering both familiar and new Mouthful Modes to overcome challenges and forge ahead in this expanded adventure.
Both single-player and local multiplayer modes are supported, ensuring broad appeal for solo and co-op play sessions alike. To make the upgrade path as seamless as possible, Nintendo has clarified that owners of the original Kirby and the Forgotten Land—whether owning the game physically or digitally for the first Nintendo Switch—can upgrade by purchasing the game's upgrade pack.
This digital pack will be available through multiple avenues, including the Nintendo eShop, My Nintendo Store, and participating retailers, allowing existing fans to experience the enhanced features and new content without repurchasing the full game. The release reaffirms Nintendo and HAL Laboratory’s commitment to extending the life of marquee titles by leveraging new hardware advancements while offering player-friendly options for those who invested in the original version.
Kirby and the Forgotten Land has garnered critical acclaim and impressive sales milestones since its initial launch, further cementing the series’ legacy within Nintendo’s extensive game library.
The decision to bring a content-rich, technically enhanced edition to the Nintendo Switch 2 underscores the importance of the Kirby franchise as both a commercial and creative force. With Kirby and the Forgotten Land Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World launching in late August 2025, existing fans and newcomers alike can anticipate an updated platforming adventure packed with improved visuals, a fresh storyline, and flexible upgrade options—solidifying its position as a cornerstone release for the next generation of Nintendo hardware.
