Kirby's Dream Land 2
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| Kirby's Dream Land 2 | |
| Developer | HAL Laboratory |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| System | Game Boy, 3DS Virtual Console |
| Release Date | Game Boy JP March 20, 1995 US March 21, 1995 3DS Virtual Console JP February 15, 2012 EU May 17, 2012 US August 1, 2013 |
| Gallery | GH Gallery |
| Rating | ESRB: E |
Kirby's Dream Land 2 is the second Kirby's Dream Land game and the third game in the Kirby series, following Kirby's Adventure.
Story
The rainbows that connect the islands of Dream Land have been stolen by King Dedede, who is possessed by Dark Matter. Kirby must defeat him and restore order to the land.
Gameplay
Kirby's Dream Land followed the established Kirby formula. Kirby runs, jump, flies, and inhales enemies to copy their abilities.
This game introduced animal allies that helped Kirby through the levels. Rick the Hamster could carry Kirby up walls. Coo the Owl could fly through strong winds that Kirby couldn't. Kine the Ocean Sunfish could help Kirby swim.
Legacy
Sequels
The next game in the series, Kirby's Dream Land 3, was released for the Super NES in 1997.
Ports and Remakes
- A remake was planned for the Game Boy Color as Kirby's Dream Land 2 DX, but it was cancelled along with Metroid II: Return of Samus DX.
- In 2012, it was included in Kirby's Dream Collection for the Nintendo Wii, which acted as an anniversary compilation of the early main platforming installments.
- In 2012 and 2013, it was released for download through the 3DS's eShop as part of the 3DS Virtual Console.