Kirby Planet Robobot

Kirby: Planet Robobot's setup is classic Kirby: a mysterious force invades Dream Land, but this time, it’s not just another eldritch horror or a greedy king, it’s a full-blown corporate takeover. The Haltmann Works Company rolls in with an army of robots, covering the entire planet in factories, highways, and cold, unfeeling machinery. Kirby, being the absolute unit that he is, doesn’t just inhale enemies, he hijacks their own tech, hopping into a customizable mech suit to fight back. The Robobot Armor isn’t just a gimmick; it’s a game-changer, letting Kirby absorb enemy abilities and wreck shop in ways that feel fresh and ridiculously satisfying. The level design is some of the best in the series, blending traditional Kirby platforming with puzzle-like mechanics that make you think while you smash.

Now, here’s where things get interesting, Planet Robobot is low-key one of the most bizarrely relevant Kirby games thematically. The Haltmann Works Company isn’t just a generic evil empire; it’s a straight-up critique of unchecked capitalism, environmental and labour exploitation, and the dehumanizing effects of corporate greed. President Haltmann is so obsessed with "progress" and efficiency that he literally erases his own memories and emotions, becoming a hollow shell of a man. His daughter, Susie, starts off as a corporate enforcer but slowly realizes how messed up the whole operation is. In some point, it even involves a twisted, mechanized version of a once-living planet. It’s wild how a game about a pink puffball in a mech suit ends up being a cautionary tale about climate change and corporate overreach.

Beyond the surprisingly deep themes, Planet Robobot is just a damn good Kirby game. The copy abilities are as fun as ever, the new mech combat adds a fresh layer of strategy, and the soundtrack is an absolute banger, ranging from funky factory beats to haunting mechanical dirges. The post-game content is meaty, too, with extra modes and challenges that’ll keep you coming back. It’s the perfect blend of Kirby’s signature charm and a narrative that doesn’t talk down to its audience, Planet Robobot delivers in every way.

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