Kirby Air Riders' Summer Games Done Quick debut showcases its speedrunning potential as a Switch 2 launch title
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Giovanni Colantonio
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Kirby Air Riders, the upcoming Switch 2 launch title, made a record-breaking debut at Summer Games Done Quick 2025. The speedrunning event showcased the game's mechanics, including the new hover ability and vehicle-based gameplay, with runners completing it in under 20 minutes. The article highlights how the game's design naturally lends itself to speedrunning, with multiple movement options, hidden shortcuts, and a scoring system that rewards skillful play. The performance at SGDQ generated significant excitement for the title, positioning it as a standout launch game for Nintendo's next console.
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bskyKirby Air Riders' Summer Games Done Quick debut showcases its speedrunning potential as a Switch 2 launch titlepolygon.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledThe moment Kirby Air Riders hit the SGDQ stage, it was clear this wasn't just another Kirby game — it was something special.
Runners were able to complete the game in under 20 minutes, showcasing a level of depth and skill that surprised even longtime Kirby fans.
The hover ability alone opens up a world of possibilities for sequence breaks and time saves that runners are only beginning to explore.
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