Past Adventures^[1][2][3] (originally known asOther Games^[4][5][6] and sometimes calledPast Games^[7]) is a menu feature present in severalKirby titles, existing for players to learn more about previous titles in the series. The menu first appeared in theNintendo 3DSKirby games and has re-appeared in some form or another in almost every subsequent game since, with the exceptions ofKirby Star Allies,Kirby's Extra Epic Yarn andKirby Air Riders.

History[edit]

The first iteration of the menu first appeared inDedede's Drum Dash Deluxe andKirby Fighters Deluxe with a button labelled "eShop" (American English) or "Triple Deluxe" (British English) in those games' Options menus. Selecting it would, after a yes or no prompt, redirect players to theKirby: Triple Deluxe eShop page, where they can learn more about the game and potentially make a purchase. The music that accompanies the prompt is "Hypernova Inhale" instead of "Sun, Sky, Dreamstalk" in later games' Past Adventures menus.

A more robust version of the menu was established inKirby: Planet Robobot under the nameOther Games and accessed from the Options menu. Here, the previous threeKirby games for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems (Kirby: Triple Deluxe,Dedede's Drum Dash Deluxe andKirby Fighters Deluxe) could be chosen by the player to take them to that game's respective eShop page. Starting withPlanet Robobot, highlighting each of the other game icons would also play back that respective title's main theme or title screen theme for the game in question. In this game exclusively, each game's title scren theme could also be listened to freely in theJukebox.

The fundamentals remained unchanged with this menu's subsequent re-appearance in almost every game up untilKirby Fighters 2's release. More previously-released games would be added over time and the ability to purchase prior titles on the same system via Nintendo eShop was kept intact. Starting withSuper Kirby Clash, every previously-released game beginning fromTriple Deluxe—even if the game wasn't released in certain regions—would be given an entry on the Other Games menu, though selecting the 3DS and/or Wii U entries would only reveal a brief descriptor for the game in question.

Beginning withKirby and the Forgotten Land, the menu was now namedPast Adventures, and the ability to go directly to the Nintendo eShop to make game purchases was removed. In that game, the menu is accessed viaKirby's House by selecting the book on the table. InKirby's Dream Buffet, the Past Adventures menu is accessed on the Home Table in the same place where one would access thestaff credits. InKirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe, the Past Adventures menu is accessed on the Main Mode menu. InKirby and the Forgotten Land – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World, the menu is accessed in the same manner as the original Nintendo Switch version, and has been updated to include entries on bothKirby's Dream Buffet andKirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe.

PastKirby: Planet Robobot, the music associated with Past Adventures is not included in theJukebox of the games that feature is available in, and said music has never been included in any official soundtrack releases.

List of Past Adventures[edit]

Past Adventures
Key art and title	Flavor text	Theme music	Notes
Kirby: Triple Deluxe	Featuring action that moves not just left and right but into the foreground and background of stages. In addition to 25 different Copy Abilities, this game boasts the powerful Hypernova Copy Ability.	"Sun, Sky, Dreamstalk"	This version of "Sun, Sky, Dreamstalk" loops in-game, unlike its original appearance.
Dedede's Drum Dash Deluxe	A subgame from Kirby: Triple Deluxe with newly added features! Control King Dedede as he moves with the rhythm, using different kinds of jumps to aim for the goal.	"Dedede's Drum Dash Deluxe"
Kirby Fighters Deluxe	A subgame from Kirby: Triple Deluxe with newly added features! Battle with your choice of 10 different Copy Abilities and up to three other players via local wireless.	"Kirby Fighters Deluxe"
Kirby and the Rainbow Curse	Guide Kirby to his goal by drawing a rainbow line with the stylus. Kirby can also transform into three types of vehicles and team up with Waddle Dee for up to four-player cooperative action.	"Title Theme"	Strangely, inSuper Kirby Clash, the music only plays one full loop before abruptly stopping, a trait that does not exist in other Past Adventures appearances. DespiteKirby and the Rainbow Curse being released asKirby and the Rainbow Paintbrush in the European translations, the North American game title is used in the Past Adventures menu forKirby and the Forgotten Land and its Nintendo Switch 2 Edition when playing with the system region settings set to "Europe" or "Australia/New Zealand" and the system language set to "English" on aNintendo Switch, or when playing with the system language set to "English (UK/Australia)" on aNintendo Switch 2.
Kirby: Planet Robobot	To save a world invaded by an evil corporation, Kirby dons the Robobot Armor, which can transform into over 10 different modes. Supports all amiibo. (Super Kirby Clash,Kirby Fighters 2,Kirby and the Forgotten Land andStar-Crossed World) To save a world invaded by an evil corporation, Kirby dons the Robobot Armor, which can transform into over 10 different modes. (Kirby's Dream Buffet andKirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe)	"Bright Spinning Planet"
Team Kirby Clash Deluxe	A subgame from Kirby: Planet Robobot with newly added features! With new quests and over 80 types of Gear, it's a free-to-start game that can be enjoyed with up to four players cooperatively. (Super Kirby Clash,Kirby Fighters 2,Kirby and the Forgotten Land andStar-Crossed World) A deluxe edition of the Kirby: Planet Robobot subgame that features new quests and over 80 types of gear! This game can be enjoyed with up to four players cooperatively. (Kirby's Dream Buffet andKirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe)	"Heroic Challenge! Quest Board"	Despite releasing a few months beforeKirby's Blowout Blast, the Other Games menu in that game doesn't feature aTeam Kirby Clash Deluxe selection. The Korean version ofKirby Battle Royale doesn't feature an option to go to this game's eShop page, asTeam Kirby Clash Deluxe never saw an official South Korean release.
Kirby's Blowout Blast	A subgame from Kirby: Planet Robobot reborn as a scrolling 3D action game. Race through a 3D space, inhaling and spitting out objects (and enemies!) to defeat foes and aim for the high score.	"A 3D Adventure! Kirby's Blowout Blast"
Kirby Battle Royale	An action game in which Kirby faces off against hordes of rivals in all sorts of different battles. Up to four players can get in on the action via the internet or local wireless.	"Menu 1"
Kirby Star Allies	Turn enemies into allies with Friend Hearts! Combine your pals' powers to invoke mighty Friend Abilities as you fight to save the world! Play with up to four players by sharing Joy-Con.	"Twinkle☆Stars"
Kirby's Extra Epic Yarn	An action game where a Kirby made of yarn uses a new set of abilities only possible with yarn. Along with various transformations, Kirby also has new Ravel Abilities.	"Flower Fields"
Super Kirby Clash	A free-to-start action game in which four Kirbys with different abilities take on quests together. In addition to the single-player mode, enjoy multiplayer via online and couch co-op play. (Kirby Fighters 2,Kirby and the Forgotten Land andStar-Crossed World) An action game in which four Kirbys with different abilities take on quests together. In addition to the single-player mode, enjoy multiplayer via online and couch co-op play. (Kirby's Dream Buffet andKirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe)	"Ordeal: Save This Kingdom!"
Kirby Fighters 2	This combat-based fighting game lets you choose a Copy Ability, then enter battles with up to four players! You can fight dear friends or unknown rivals all over the world. There's even a story mode where you'll face off against the tag team of King Dedede and Meta Knight!	"Kirby Fighters 2: The Destined Rivals"
Kirby and the Forgotten Land	It's Kirby's first full 3D action game! Use new powers like Mouthful Mode and Evolved Copy Abilities as you explore a mysterious world where civilization and nature have fused together. By sharing a Joy-Con controller, two people can even play together!	"Running Through the New World"	This entry is not present inKirby and the Forgotten Land – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World.
Kirby's Dream Buffet	In this competitive action game, four shrunken Kirbys roll through a world of sweets to see who can eat the most strawberries. Transform into foods and use Copy Food Abilities to win! Play solo or with up to three rivals using local wireless or an online connection.	"I'm a Hungry Pink Puffball!"
Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe	Kirby's Return to Dream Land made even more grand. New Sand and Mecha copy abilities were added as well as Merry Magoland and the Magolor Epilogue mode. It's an adventure for up to four players, with 10 kinds of subgames. (American English) This is the deluxe version of the game that was first released in Europe as Kirby's Adventure Wii. New Sand and Mecha copy abilities were added as well as Merry Magoland and the Magolor Epilogue mode. It's an adventure for up to four players, with 10 kinds of subgames. (British English)	"WELCOME TO MAGOLAND!"	The American English text is used if the Switch 2 system language is English (US), Brazilian Portuguese, or Thai (the latter two if unsupported by the game), while the British English text is used if the system language is English (UK/Australia), European Portuguese, Russian, or Polish (the latter three if unsupported by the game).

Names in other languages[edit]

Other Games / Past Games[edit]

Past Adventures[edit]

References

See also[edit]

• Kirby's History

• Gameplay mechanics

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