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Kirby and the Amazing Mirror Review
Written by Modojo Staff on Monday, January 31, 2005
The Kirby gameplay we know and love is back!
The multiplayer function isn't that concentrated.
...Continued From Page 1 My only problem with the gameplay (aside from it being a tad easy, though all of the Kirby games are), is the lack of attention I paid to my fellow Kirbys. While some areas and secrets can't be accessed without their help, you can explore a good portion of the game using one Kirby. I would've rather seen Nintendo force me to use them right away instead of making them out to be more of a gimmick, though even when they're there they aren't always helpful. You can call them, and that's about it in terms of control. The show up and do their own thing, attacking whatever they want with sometimes the most nonsensical moves.
Amazing Mirror's graphics look great on the GBA screen. Each section of Mirror World is full of pastel colors and detailed visuals that, while not taxing the GBA hardware, are certainly passable. Kirby's animation is also pretty impressive, and it's fun to see what he can do with his body when he picks up a copy ability. The music is decent, with tunes that may get stuck in your head (especially the familiar themes).
In addition to the single-player adventure, you can play with three of your friends by linking up your GBAs, and the cool thing is you can explore different areas independently. There are also some mini games to play, but these don't offer much of a challenge (who can eat the most food the quickest, deliver the best kung-foo chop, and win a race on the water). They feel more like last minute additions.
I like Amazing Mirror, but Nintendo should've done a better job tweaking the use of the four Kirbys because they come off as a gimmick rather than integrated into the gameplay. Also, the game does get boring after a while, but that's because the Kirby games, despite some cosmetic differences, all feel the same. If you're looking for an easy and non-violent game for kids, Amazing Mirror is a solid choice, but those of you looking for a challenge may be disappointed.
