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[[File:KA Crane Fever.png|thumb|right|[[Crane Fever]] - one of the first '''Sub-Games''' seen in a ''Kirby'' title.]] | [[File:KA Crane Fever.png|thumb|right|[[Crane Fever]] - one of the first '''Sub-Games''' seen in a ''Kirby'' title.]] | ||
{{distinguish|smaller separate game modes in various Kirby games|the [[Minigame]] mode in [[Kirby's Dream Buffet]]}} | {{distinguish|smaller separate game modes in various Kirby games|the [[Minigame]] mode in [[Kirby's Dream Buffet]]}} | ||
A '''Sub-Game'''<ref>{{Cite manual|game=Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land|page=24}}<br>{{Cite manual|game=Kirby & The Amazing Mirror|page=30}}<br>{{Cite manual|game=Kirby: Squeak Squad|page=25}}<br>{{Cite manual|game=Kirby Super Star Ultra|page=27}}<br>{{Cite manual|game=Kirby Mass Attack|page=17}}<br>{{Cite manual|game=Kirby's Return to Dream Land|page=9}} | A '''Sub-Game'''<ref>{{Cite manual|game=Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land|page=24}}<br>{{Cite manual|game=Kirby & The Amazing Mirror|page=30}}<br>{{Cite manual|game=Kirby: Squeak Squad|page=25}}<br>{{Cite manual|game=Kirby Super Star Ultra|page=27}}<br>{{Cite manual|game=Kirby Mass Attack|page=17}}<br>{{Cite manual|game=Kirby's Return to Dream Land|page=9}}</ref> (also known as a '''Bonus Game''',<ref>{{Cite manual|game=Kirby's Adventure|page=23}}<br>{{Cite manual|game=Kirby's Pinball Land|page=18}}<br>{{Cite manual|game=Kirby's Block Ball|page=9}}</ref> '''Sub Game''',<ref>{{Cite manual|game=Kirby Super Star|page=28}}</ref> '''Mini-Game''',<ref>{{Cite manual|game=Kirby's Dream Land 3|page=30}}<br>{{Cite manual|game=Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards|page=21}}<br>{{Cite manual|game=Kirby Tilt 'n' Tumble|page=24}}<br>[http://web.archive.org/web/20190105033038/http://kirby.nintendo.com:80/star-allies/features/ ''Kirby Star Allies'' official website (archive)]</ref> '''Subgame''',<ref>{{Cite manual|game=Kirby: Canvas Curse|page=20}}</ref> or '''Minigame'''<ref>{{Cite manual|game=Kirby: Triple Deluxe|page=1}}<br>{{Cite manual|game=Kirby: Planet Robobot|page=1}}</ref>) is a smaller separate game or activity contained within a game in the [[Kirby (series)|''Kirby'']] series. It typically has rules and gameplay completely different to the larger game it features in, and completing the Sub-Game typically is not required to complete the main game, but may offer bonuses like score or [[1-Up]]s, or contribute to [[100% completion]]. They may be accessed as bonus content within the main game itself, or be completely separate, and accessible from the main menu. Some Sub-Games have also been the source for larger standalone spin-off titles, particularly in later installments of the series. | ||
Most games in the ''Kirby'' series include at least two Sub-Games. | Most games in the ''Kirby'' series include at least two Sub-Games. There are few, if any, Sub-Games that are considered to be part of the official ''Kirby'' [[canon]], however. | ||
==Sub-Games by title== | ==Sub-Games by title== | ||
===''Kirby's Adventure'' / ''Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land''=== | ===''Kirby's Adventure''/''Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land''=== | ||
[[File:KA Egg Catcher gameplay screenshot.png|thumb|right|150px|Playing Egg Catcher in ''Kirby's Adventure''.]] | [[File:KA Egg Catcher gameplay screenshot.png|thumb|right|150px|Playing Egg Catcher in ''Kirby's Adventure''.]] | ||
The first game to feature distinct Sub-Games with completely different rules to the main game, these side activities could be found within the stage select area in the main game. Completing them rewarded Kirby with either points or 1-Ups, depending on how well he did in the game. | The first game to feature distinct Sub-Games with completely different rules to the main game, these side activities could be found within the stage select area in the main game. Completing them rewarded Kirby with either points or 1-Ups, depending on how well he did in the game. | ||
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===''Kirby's Dream Land 2''=== | ===''Kirby's Dream Land 2''=== | ||
{{main|Bonus Chance}} | {{main|Bonus Chance}} | ||
''[[Kirby's Dream Land 2]]'', in addition to its Goal Game, also has extra Sub-Games that can be played once by re-visiting the [[Boss]]es of each level | ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 2]]'', in addition to its Goal Game, also has extra Sub-Games that can be played once by re-visiting the [[Boss]]es of each level, referred to as a [[Bonus Chance]]. Instead of fighting the boss as usual, Kirby and/or his animal friends will instead play a bonus game with them, the rules of which vary with each boss. | ||
===''Kirby's Block Ball''=== | ===''Kirby's Block Ball''=== | ||
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===''Kirby's Dream Land 3''=== | ===''Kirby's Dream Land 3''=== | ||
{{main|MG-5}} | {{main|MG-5}} | ||
Each third stage in the main levels of ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 3]]'' | Each third stage in the main levels of ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 3]]'' have a mini-game which involves guessing between various objects/sounds. Completing these is necessary to obtain the [[Heart Star]]s in the stages they appear in. | ||
Once the game is complete, these minigames can be played in sequence in the menu | Once the game is complete, these minigames can be played in sequence in the menu - collectively called [[MG5]]. Completing this with a perfect score unlocks another game called [[Jumping]], which is a challenge based on the [[Goal Game]], having Kirby try to land as many times as possible without getting hit by a [[Tick]]. | ||
===''Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards''=== | ===''Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards''=== | ||
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[[File:KCC Boss game kracko.png|thumb|150px|Playing [[Block Attack]] in ''Kirby: Canvas Curse''.]] | [[File:KCC Boss game kracko.png|thumb|150px|Playing [[Block Attack]] in ''Kirby: Canvas Curse''.]] | ||
{{main|Boss Game}} | {{main|Boss Game}} | ||
The Sub-Games in ''[[Kirby: Canvas Curse]]'' are unlocked by completing the second level of each in the Boss fights in the main game, and are similar to the Boss fights in question. Unlike in most games, Kirby will | The Sub-Games in ''[[Kirby: Canvas Curse]]'' are unlocked by completing the second level of each in the Boss fights in the main game, and are similar to the Boss fights in question. Unlike in most games, Kirby will get a [[Game Over]] if he fails these Sub-Games. They are as follows: | ||
*[[Cart Run]] | *[[Cart Run]] | ||
*[[Paint Panic]] | *[[Paint Panic]] | ||
*[[Block Attack]] | |||
===''Kirby: Squeak Squad''=== | ===''Kirby: Squeak Squad''=== | ||
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Completing these Sub-Games is a requirement for [[100% completion]], but not to complete the main game. | Completing these Sub-Games is a requirement for [[100% completion]], but not to complete the main game. | ||
In ''[[Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe]]'', | In ''[[Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe]]'', eight returning sub-games and three new ones are available within [[Merry Magoland]]: | ||
*[[Magolor's Tome Trackers]] | *[[Magolor's Tome Trackers]] | ||
*[[Samurai Kirby | *[[Gun Gun Blasters]] | ||
*[[Samurai Kirby]] | |||
*[[Checkerboard Chase]] | |||
*[[Bomb Rally]] | *[[Bomb Rally]] | ||
*[[ | *[[Ninja Dojo]] | ||
*[[Kirby on the Draw]] | |||
*[[Smash Ride]] | |||
*[[Crackity Hack]] | *[[Crackity Hack]] | ||
*[[Egg Catcher]] | *[[Egg Catcher]] | ||
*[[Samurai Kirby 100]] | |||
*[[Samurai Kirby | |||
Notably, Scope Shot is absent in this game for unknown reasons, likely replaced by | Notably, Scope Shot is absent in this game for unknown reasons, likely replaced by Gun Gun Blasters. | ||
===''Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition''=== | ===''Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition''=== | ||
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<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
KTD DDD Menu.png|Dedede's Drum Dash main menu. | KTD DDD Menu.png|Dedede's Drum Dash Deluxe main menu. | ||
KTD KF Menu.png|Kirby Fighters main menu. | KTD KF Menu.png|Kirby Fighters main menu. | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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*[[Flash Fishing]] | *[[Flash Fishing]] | ||
All of these need to have all three difficulty levels completed to earn [[100% completion]] in ''Kirby and the Forgotten Land''. The only exception is [[Flash Fishing]]: due to this sub-game only having one difficulty level, the player needs to reel in the Bling [[Blipper]] instead. | |||
==Recurring modes not considered to be Sub-Games== | ==Recurring modes not considered to be Sub-Games== | ||
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===The Arena & other Boss Endurance Modes=== | ===The Arena & other Boss Endurance Modes=== | ||
{{ | {{main|Boss Endurance}} | ||
{{main|The Arena}} | |||
{{main|The True Arena}} | |||
{{main|Helper to Hero}} | |||
{{main|Survival Rush}} | |||
{{main|The Ultimate Choice}} | |||
{{main|Colosseum}} | |||
While technically Sub-Games, these modes are typically treated with more importance than typical Sub-Games are in the series. Each of these modes pit Kirby or another character against all of the Bosses in the game in question, one after another, with various restrictions usually involving limited-to-no recovery items in-between. | While technically Sub-Games, these modes are typically treated with more importance than typical Sub-Games are in the series. Each of these modes pit Kirby or another character against all of the Bosses in the game in question, one after another, with various restrictions usually involving limited-to-no recovery items in-between. | ||
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[[Category:Sub-Games|*]] | [[Category:Sub-Games|*]] |