Bandai Namco and Sora Ltd. reintroduce Kirby’s racing adventures through a vibrant new installment, showcasing an extensive selection of iconic characters from the series. With support for up to 16 participants across competitive modes, knowing the lineup is essential. Below is the current roster revealed via official announcements.
Kirby Air Riders confirmed characters
King Dedede
The domineering monarch leverages his hefty hammer to disrupt competitors, combining raw power with strategic strikes during races.
Waddle Doo
This cyclopean racer utilizes energy beams from its eye to gain tactical advantages on the course.
Susie
Debuting in Kirby: Planet Robobot, this corporate strategist combines technological prowess with aggressive business tactics during matches.
Meta Knight
Wielding his signature blade, this swift combatant delivers precision attacks while maintaining high-speed performance.
Magalor
This sorcerer employs chromatic magic to create obstacles and manipulate the racing environment.
Knuckle Joe
A martial arts specialist capable of unleashing rapid melee assaults on nearby opponents.
Gooey
Utilizing elastic physiology, this gelatinous competitor evades hazards through flexible maneuvers.
Chef Kawasaki
Culinary expertise transforms into combat assets as this character hurls incendiary projectiles at rivals.
Cappy
Fungal defenses provide temporary protection until its cap is dislodged, creating vulnerability windows.
Bandana Waddle Dee
A loyal companion wielding polearm techniques to control space around their vehicle.
Starman
Charm overrides conventional power metrics, as this celestial being wins through sheer visual appeal.
Kirby (Colors: Pink, Red, Yellow, Blue)
The protagonist’s chromatic variations dictate special abilities, with the default pink variant executing sweeping blade techniques against competitors.
This concludes the current character showcase. Additional updates will follow through official channels as development progresses.