《卡比的馭天飛行者》是由Sora與萬代南夢宮共同開發，GameCube《卡比的馭天飛行（カービィのエアライド）》的續作，以可愛與競速結合為特色的飛行動作遊戲，於11月20日正式登場。以「飛行」為核心玩法，不僅能自由挑選飛行員角色，還能搭配性能各異的飛行器，體驗在天空中翱翔的樂趣。操作雖然簡單，但整體設計卻充滿戰術性，每場比賽都蘊含著隨機性與策略抉擇，讓遊戲過程既輕鬆又耐玩。

在劇情與世界觀設定上，舞台設立於充滿奇幻氛圍的「天空島」，這是一座漂浮於高空的都市與浮島群，擁有千變萬化的空中景致。在這片廣闊的天空中展開冒險，透過各種競賽與對決，挑戰不同的對手與特殊事件。雖然遊戲的敘事並非以複雜劇情為主，但卡比系列一貫的輕鬆幽默與可愛風格依然貫穿始終，讓人能在單純競技之餘，也感受到一份童話般的奇幻氛圍。

操作層面方面，提供兩大主要模式。其一是「城市競賽」，以浮島都市為賽場，在限時內自由穿梭，邊飛行邊收集強化道具，並運用卡比的複製能力與炫酷特技來爭奪優勢。過程中還會有突襲的怪鳥等隨機事件，使戰局瞬息萬變，每次對決都截然不同。此模式支援最多16名玩家同時在線競爭，讓比賽氛圍更加緊張刺激。另一個模式則是「馭天飛行」，主打爽快的空中競速，能在多樣化的賽道上展開比拼，透過攻擊對手或擊破敵人獲取加速效果，以高速衝刺突破風障。此模式支援最多6人在線遊玩，適合小規模但更注重技巧的對決。

首次導入「騎士角色選擇」系統。自由挑選系列中的角色，包括帝帝帝大王、魅塔騎士、頭巾瓦豆魯迪、格鬥家喬、瓦豆魯篤、廚師川崎、蠱依、蘑菇怪、星人、魔法洛亞、蘇姿等。而這些角色全都擁有複製能力，均能透過吸收對方能力，提高整體策略與重複可玩性。

在市場評價方面，自公開情報以來便受到廣大玩家與系列粉絲的高度期待。作為卡比系列的延伸新作，它跳脫以往以橫向動作為主的風格，將舞台移至開闊的天空，以飛行對戰與競速為核心，展現任天堂在玩法創新上的野心與巧思。玩家普遍對其「操作簡單卻充滿深度」、「每場對戰皆不重複」的特點表示期待，並認為這將成為適合好友同樂、同時兼具競技與休閒元素的佳作。隨著多人模式的強化與隨機事件的設計，將在派對遊戲與線上對戰市場中占有一席之地。

整體而言，《卡比的馭天飛行者》結合卡比的可愛魅力與創新的空中對戰玩法，不僅延續系列作品的親和力，更為玩家帶來耳目一新的飛行體驗。它既能滿足休閒玩家的娛樂需求，也提供競技玩家磨練技巧的舞台，可望成為今年底最受矚目的多人競技新作之一。

Kirby’s Sky Riders is a flight-action game jointly developed by Sora and Bandai Namco, serving as the sequel to the GameCube title Kirby Air Ride (カービィのエアライド). Featuring a unique blend of cuteness and high-speed competition, the game is officially set to launch on November 20. With “flight” as its core gameplay element, players can freely choose their pilot characters and pair them with aircraft of varying performance, enjoying the thrill of soaring through the skies. While the controls are simple and accessible, the overall design is rich in tactical depth. Each match is filled with elements of randomness and strategic decision-making, making the experience both relaxing and endlessly replayable.

In terms of story and world-building, the stage is set in the fantastical “Sky Island,” a floating metropolis surrounded by drifting aerial islets, offering ever-changing landscapes in the skies. Players embark on adventures across this vast airborne realm, engaging in competitions and encounters with diverse rivals and special events. Although the narrative is not heavily plot-driven, the signature lighthearted humor and charming style of the Kirby series remain constant, giving the game a whimsical, fairy-tale-like atmosphere that balances pure competition with a sense of wonder.

Gameplay is divided into two main modes. The first is “City Contest,” set within the floating island city. Players can freely navigate within a time limit, collecting power-up items mid-flight, while leveraging Kirby’s Copy Ability and dazzling tricks to gain the upper hand. Random events, such as sudden ambushes by monstrous birds, add unpredictability, ensuring that no two matches ever feel the same. This mode supports up to 16 players online, delivering a tense and exhilarating competitive atmosphere. The second mode, “Sky Riders,” emphasizes fast-paced aerial racing across diverse tracks. By attacking opponents or defeating enemies, players gain speed boosts, allowing them to dash at high velocity and cut through turbulent winds. This mode supports up to 6 players online, catering to smaller-scale but more skill-intensive matchups.

For the first time, the game introduces a “Knight Character Selection” system. Players can freely choose from a wide roster of familiar characters, including King Dedede, Meta Knight, Bandana Waddle Dee, Fighter Joe, Waddle Doo, Chef Kawasaki, Gooey, Mushroom Monster, Capsule J, Magolor, Susie, and more. All characters possess Copy Abilities, enabling them to absorb opponents’ powers, which greatly enhances overall strategy and replay value.

From a market perspective, Kirby’s Sky Riders has garnered high anticipation among both players and long-time fans since its initial reveal. As a new extension of the Kirby franchise, the game breaks away from the traditional side-scrolling action format, shifting to expansive sky arenas with flight-based battles and racing at its core. This bold shift showcases Nintendo’s ambition and creativity in gameplay innovation. Players are particularly excited about the combination of “easy-to-learn yet deep mechanics” and “unrepeatable matches,” considering it a title well-suited for both friendly gatherings and competitive play. With enhanced multiplayer modes and the integration of random events, the game is poised to carve out a strong presence in both the party game and online battle markets.

Overall, Kirby’s Sky Riders merges Kirby’s signature charm with inventive aerial combat mechanics. Not only does it retain the series’ approachable appeal, but it also delivers a refreshing new flight experience. By catering to both casual players seeking fun and competitive players honing their skills, the game is positioned to become one of the most anticipated multiplayer titles of the year-end season.