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HM: Kirby's Epic Yarn (Wii, 2010)


Kirby games I feel like have high floors but low ceilings. They exude charm and make you feel unstoppable. That's a winning combo! Unfortunately, they fail to harness in their strengths in a way that gives the games lasting appeal. Despite going back to a time when Kirby couldn't copy powers (though he still had contextual powers) or even inhale enemies, Epic Yarn manages to break free and give an unforgettable experience.

It all starts with the fabric art style which left me in constant awe. It was a perfect match for the vibrant color scheme that the Kirby series is known for. With there being no risk of death, I soaked in the scenery frequently. I have choice paralysis thinking about what levels or worlds were aesthetically my favorite. Good Feel, the developers, then utilized their stylistic choice to superbly base the gameplay after that. Because Kirby is made of yarn, he can transform himself into various objects at will, including a parachute and car. You also frequently interact with the environment to solve puzzles in order to proceed through the level or find secret collectibles that could only be made possible if everything was made of fabric.

They also did this to the Yoshi series to mixed results, but their debut attempt in Epic Yarn was a slam dunk.

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