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{{about|the menu in [[Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition]]|an overview of Kirby's history on WiKirby|[[Kirby]]}}
{{about|the menu in [[Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition]]|an overview of Kirby's history on WiKirby|[[Kirby]]}}
[[File:KDCSE history menu.png|thumb|250px|A portion of '''Kirby's History''', represented as a long hallway that Kirby runs up and down.]]
[[File:KDCSE history menu.png|thumb|250px|A portion of '''Kirby's History''', represented as a long hallway that Kirby runs up and down.]]
{{Quote|Let's celebrate Kirby's anniversary by looking back at the history of the Kirby series!|Main menu description of "Kirby's History".}}
{{Quote|Let's celebrate Kirby's anniversary by looking back at the history of the Kirby series!|Main menu description of "Kirby's History".}}
'''Kirby's History''' is one of the three main modes selectable from the main menu in ''[[Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition]]''. In this sub-menu, the player and [[Kirby]] walk through a long and lavishly-decorated hallway and take a look at all of the games in the ''Kirby'' series that had been released up to that point (2012), as well as a few extra items. Each game or item comes with a description, along with a view of the box art and some demo snippets of the game or media in question. Additionally, a collection of real-world events are mentioned as trivia points to give additional context to each year represented in the hallway. The hall itself has a stop for each year between 1992 (the release of ''[[Kirby's Dream Land]]'') and 2012 (the release of ''Kirby's Dream Collection''), with an additional stop for years prior to 1992.
'''Kirby's History''' is one of the three main modes selectable from the main menu in ''[[Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition]]''. In this game mode, [[Kirby]] walks through a long and lavishly-decorated hallway to look at all of the games in the [[Kirby (series)|''Kirby'' series]] that had been released up to that point (2012), as well as a few extra items. Each game or item comes with a description, along with a view of the box art and some demo snippets of the game or media in question. Additionally, a collection of real-world events are mentioned as trivia points to give additional context to each year represented in the hallway.


== Overview and controls ==
The hall itself has a stop for each year between 1992 (the release of ''[[Kirby's Dream Land]]'') and 2012 (the release of ''Kirby's Dream Collection''), with an additional stop for years prior to 1992. Most of the tall pillars in the hallway are topped with golden statues of Kirby, but statues of Rick, Kine, Coo and a Waddle Dee also appear on the pillars; these are randomly placed every time the mode is loaded.
In the "Kirby's History" hallway, the player has control of Kirby, but only to a limited capacity. Pressing right or up on the D-Pad or analog stick will make Kirby walk down the hallway towards later years, and pressing left or down will make him walk back up toward earlier ones. With a tap, Kirby will automatically move to the next item and then stop, but holding down the direction makes him run past items until the direction is released or he reaches an end of the hall. When Kirby is stopped next to an item, the player can make him attempt to inhale it by pressing A. Doing this next to highlighted media will activate the sub-menu for the item(s) (Kirby will "copy" the media), but attempting to inhale a statue will just cause Kirby to get tired.
 
==Overview and controls==
In the "Kirby's History" hallway, the player has control of Kirby, but only to a limited capacity. Pressing right or up on the + Control Pad or Control Stick will make Kirby walk down the hallway towards later years, and pressing left or down will make him walk back up toward earlier ones. With a tap, Kirby will automatically move to the next item and then stop, but holding down the direction makes him run past items until the direction is released or he reaches an end of the hall. When Kirby is stopped next to an item, the player can make him attempt to inhale it by pressing A. Doing this next to highlighted media will activate the sub-menu for the item(s) (Kirby will "copy" the media), but attempting to inhale a statue will just cause Kirby to get tired.


While in the hallway, Kirby has a number of unique [[Idle animation|idle animations]] when he is not moving or inhaling. By default, he [[Fourth wall|looks toward the player]] with a closed smile, but if left alone for a moment, he will perform one of the following actions at random:
While in the hallway, Kirby has a number of unique [[Idle animation|idle animations]] when he is not moving or inhaling. By default, he [[Fourth wall|looks toward the player]] with a closed smile, but if left alone for a moment, he will perform one of the following actions at random:
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*Get tired and fall asleep for a moment before waking up with a startle.
*Get tired and fall asleep for a moment before waking up with a startle.


The music that plays in this hallway is a re-orchestrated medley of the [[Castle Lololo (theme)|Castle Lololo theme]] and the [[Cloudy Park (theme from Kirby's Dream Land 2)|Cloudy Park theme]] from ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 2]]''. This particular arrangement would appear again as the theme for the [[Game Over|Continue]] screen in ''[[Kirby: Triple Deluxe]]''. When selecting an item in the hall, the music that plays in that item's sub-menu will persist after returning to the hall until another item is chosen.
The music that plays in this hallway is a re-orchestrated medley of the [[Castle Lololo (theme)|Castle Lololo theme]] and the [[Cloudy Park (theme from Kirby's Dream Land 2)|Cloudy Park theme]] from ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 2]]''. When selecting an item in the hall, the music that plays in that item's sub-menu will persist after returning to the hall until another item is chosen.
 
==Years==
Listed below are the years with associated stops in the Kirby's History hallway, ranging from pre-1992 to 2012. This list focuses on the North American version of ''Kirby's Dream Collection''. The real-world events for each year, as well as the order of the games in the hallway, are different in the Japanese version; more specific regional differences are noted individually for each entry. Additionally, links to more information for each real-world event mentioned are included where appropriate.
===~1991===
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" align="right"


== Years ==
!width=350px|In-game blurb<br>
The years shown in the "Kirby's History" hallway are as follows (in chronological order):
{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" border=1 cellpadding=2
!colspan=4|Years in "Kirby's History" &nbsp;
|-
!Year
!Item(s)
!In this year...
!Notes
|-
|-
|Before 1992
|Kirby statue (no media)
|
|
*''[[Nintendo]] released [[Nintendo Entertainment System]] (1985), [[Game Boy]] (1989), and [[Super Nintendo Entertainment System]] (1991).''
'''Before 1992...'''<br>
|This item is also labeled as "~1991".
*''Nintendo released [[Nintendo Entertainment System]] (1985), [[Game Boy]] (1989), and [[Super Nintendo Entertainment System]] (1991).''
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'''〜1991年'''<br>
'''''1991 and prior'''''
*1983年「ファミリーコンピュータ」発売<br>''The [[Nintendo Entertainment System|Family Computer]] is released in 1983''
*1989年「ゲームボーイ」発売<br>''The Game Boy is released in 1989''
*1990年「スーパーファミコン」発売<br>''The [[Super Nintendo Entertainment System|Super Famicom]] is released in 1990''
|}
 
~1991 refers to the years before the release of the first ''Kirby'' game, ''Kirby's Dream Land'', in 1992. This stop displays a golden statue of Kirby.
 
{{clear}}
 
===1992===
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" align="right"
 
!width=350px|In-game blurb<br>
|-
|-
|1992
|''[[Kirby's Dream Land]]''
|
|
*''The [[wikipedia:Summer Olympic Games|Summer Olympic Games]] were held in [[wikipedia:Barcelona|Barcelona]], [[wikipedia:Spain|Spain]].''
'''In 1992...'''<br>
*''The [[wikipedia:1992 Summer Olympics|Summer Olympic Games]] were held in [[wikipedia:Barcelona|Barcelona]], [[wikipedia:Spain|Spain]].''
*''[[wikipedia:Space Shuttle|Space Shuttle]] [[wikipedia:Space Shuttle Endeavour|Endeavour]] made its maiden voyage.''
*''[[wikipedia:Space Shuttle|Space Shuttle]] [[wikipedia:Space Shuttle Endeavour|Endeavour]] made its maiden voyage.''
*''[[wikipedia:Bill Clinton|Bill Clinton]] was elected President of the [[wikipedia:United States|USA]].''
*''[[wikipedia:Bill Clinton|Bill Clinton]] was elected President of the [[wikipedia:United States|USA]].''
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'''1992年のできごと'''<br>
'''''Events of 1992'''''
*「星のカービィ」誕生<br>''Kirby of the Stars is born''
*バルセロナオリンピック女子水泳で岩崎恭子が14歳で金メダル<br>''At the age of 14, [[wikipedia:Kyoko Iwasaki|Kyoko Iwasaki]] wins a gold medal in [[wikipedia:Swimming at the 1992 Summer Olympics|women's swimming at the Barcelona Olympics]]''
*宇宙飛行士の毛利衛がスペースシャトル「エンデバー」で宇宙へ<br>''Astronaut [[wikipedia:Mamoru Mohri|Mamoru Mohri]] joins the crew of Space Shuttle Endeavour into space''
|}
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" width="60%"
!colspan=3|''[[Kirby's Dream Land]]''
|-
!rowspan=2|[[File:KDL NA Box.jpg|170px]]
|'''Select description:'''
|''Kirby's first game! With simple mechanics and friendly worlds, it was a perfect starting point for action-game beginners.''
|-
|'''Video description:'''
|''The simplicity of Kirby's [[inhale]]/[[Star Bullet|spit]] attack and Kirby's ability to [[Hover|fly]] over obstacles made this a perfect game for beginners. It introduced many of the [[Enemy|enemies]] and [[Item|power-ups]] that are now so familiar to Kirby's fans. It also introduced a [[character]] who would often be Kirby's star opponent: [[King Dedede]]!''
|-
!Theme music
|colspan=2|[[Welcome to Dream Land]]
|-
!Regional differences
|colspan=2|In the Japanese version, this stop includes the first volume of an official Kirby manga series which released that year, [[Kirby of the Stars (manga by Yoshiko Sakuma)|''Kirby of the Stars'' by Yoshiko Sakuma]]. The player can preview the cover of the manga as well as its first five pages.
|}
{{clear}}
===1993===
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" align="right"
!width=350px|In-game blurb<br>
|-
|
|
'''In 1993...'''<br>
*''The [[wikipedia: European Union|European Union]] was founded.''
*''[[wikipedia: Intel|Intel]] released the first [[wikipedia: Pentium (original)|Pentium processor]].''
*''[[wikipedia: Janet Reno|Janet Reno]] became the first female [[wikipedia: Attorney General|Attorney General]] of the USA.''
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'''1993年のできごと'''<br>
'''''Events of 1993'''''
*日本プロサッカーリーグ「Jリーグ」開幕<br>''The Japan Professional Soccer League ("[[wikipedia:J.League|J.League]]") plays its first season''
*レインボーブリッジが開通<br>''The [[wikipedia:Rainbow Bridge (Tokyo)|Rainbow Bridge]] opens''
*「NEWファミコン」発売<br>''The [[wikipedia:Nintendo Entertainment System models#Redesigned models|New Famicom]] is released''
|}
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" width="60%"
!colspan=3|''[[Kirby's Adventure]]''
|-
!rowspan=2|[[File:KA Box.jpg|170px]]
|'''Select description:'''
|''This was the first game in the [[Kirby (series)|Kirby series]] to include [[Copy Ability|Copy Abilities]] and [[Sub-Game|minigames]].''
|-
|'''Video description:'''
|''In this game, players were introduced to Kirby's famous Copy Abilities. Kirby could get 24 different Copy Abilities in this game, including [[Sword]], [[Cutter]], [[Hammer]], [[Spark]], [[Stone]], and [[Parasol]]. This gave players a wide range of new moves to play with and made it possible to play each stage in many ways. Kirby's Adventure was also the first game in the Kirby series to include minigames!''
|-
!Theme music
|colspan=2|[[Vegetable Valley (theme)|Vegetable Valley]]
|-
|}
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" width="60%"
!colspan=3|''[[Kirby's Pinball Land]]''
|-
!rowspan=2|[[File:KPL Box.png|170px]]
|'''Select description:'''
|''A game in which ball-shaped Kirby had to reach, and then beat, bosses waiting at the top of exciting pinball stages.''
|-
|'''Video description:'''
|''In this game, the first to veer from Kirby's traditional platforming roots, players helped Kirby explore three challenging pinball worlds by flipping Kirby's bouncy, ball-shaped body. Exciting traps, bonus games, and enemies filled each [[Kirby's Pinball Land#Pinball Lands|world]]. To beat the game, players had to help Kirby defeat several [[boss]]es and then win a battle against King Dedede!''
|-
!Theme music
|colspan=2|[[Bubbly Clouds (theme)|Kracko Land]]
|-
|-
|1993
|}
|''[[Kirby's Adventure]]''<br>''[[Kirby's Pinball Land]]''
 
|
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" align="right"
*''The [[wikipedia:European Union|European Union]] was founded.''
!width=350px|In-game blurb<br>
*''[[wikipedia:Intel|Intel]] released the first [[wikipedia:Pentium (original)|Pentium]] processor.''
*''[[wikipedia:Janet Reno|Janet Reno]] became the first female [[wikipedia:United States Attorney General|Attorney General]] of the USA.''
|
|-
|-
|1994
|[[Lololo & Lalala]] statue (no media)
|
|
*''The [[wikipedia:Winter Olympic Games|Winter Olympic Games]] were held in [[wikipedia:Lillehammer|Lillehammer]], [[wikipedia:Norway|Norway]].''
'''In 1994...'''<br>
*''The [[wikipedia:1994 Winter Olympics|Winter Olympic Games]] were held in [[wikipedia:Lillehammer|Lillehammer]], [[wikipedia:Norway|Norway]].''
*''A record-breaking 3,011-pound lollipop was made.''
*''A record-breaking 3,011-pound lollipop was made.''
*''The first genetically engineered tomatoes went on sale.''
*''The first genetically engineered tomatoes went on sale.''
|Notably, the "Largest lollipop" record mentioned here would be outdated exactly one day before ''Kirby's Dream Collection'' released in Japan (July 18th, 2012), with the new (and current) record weighing in at 7,003 pounds (3176.5 kilograms). Notably, the record is mislabeled on Guinness as 3176.5 metric tons.<ref>[https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/world-records/largest-lollipop Largest lollipop record on Guinness]</ref>
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'''1994年のできごと'''<br>
'''''Events of 1994'''''
*イチロー、日本プロ野球で史上初のシーズン200本安打<br>''[[wikipedia:Ichiro Suzuki|Ichiro]] becomes the first [[wikipedia:Nippon Professional Baseball|Nippon Professional Baseball]] player to make 200 hits in one season''
*向井千秋、日本人女性初の宇宙飛行士として宇宙へ<br>''[[wikipedia:Chiaki Mukai|Chiaki Mukai]] becomes the first Japanese woman to fly into space''
*関西国際空港が開港<br>''[[wikipedia:Kansai International Airport|Kansai International Airport]] opens''
|}
 
===1994===
The North American version showcases a golden statue of [[Lololo & Lalala]] at the 1994 display, while the Japanese version features ''[[Kirby's Dream Course]]'' and another manga volume: ''[[Kirby of the Stars: The Story of Dedede Who Lives in Pupupu]]''. The player can preview the cover of this volume as well as the first 21 pages.
{{clear}}
 
===1995===
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" align="right"
!width=350px|In-game blurb<br>
|-
|-
|1995
|''[[Kirby's Dream Course]]''<br>''[[Kirby's Dream Land 2]]''<br>''[[Kirby's Avalanche|{{KAv KGT}}]]''
|
|
'''In 1995...'''<br>
*''The [[wikipedia:DVD|DVD]] format was announced.''
*''The [[wikipedia:DVD|DVD]] format was announced.''
*''[[wikipedia:Cal Ripken Jr.|Cal Ripken Jr.]] broke a record by playing in his 2,131st consecutive [[wikipedia:Major League Baseball|Major League Baseball]] game.''
*''[[wikipedia:Cal Ripken Jr.|Cal Ripken Jr.]] broke a record by playing in his 2,131st consecutive [[wikipedia:Major League Baseball|Major League Baseball]] game.''
*''Nintendo released [[Nwiki:Virtual Boy|Virtual Boy]]''.
*''Nintendo released [[Nwiki:Virtual Boy|Virtual Boy]]''.
|Cal Ripken Jr.'s record now stands at 2,632 games, and is still unbeaten.<ref>[[wikipedia:Cal Ripken Jr.|Cal Ripken Jr. on Wikipedia]]</ref>
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'''1995年のできごと'''<br>'''''Events of 1995'''''
*PHSサービス開始<br>''[[wikipedia:Personal Handy-phone System|Personal Handy-phone System]] service begins''
*「サテラビュー」発売、衛星放送受信サービスが開始<br>''The [[nwiki:Satellaview|Satellaview]] is released and satellite broadcast reception service begins''
*「バーチャルボーイ」発売<br>''The Virtual Boy is released''
|}
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" width="60%"
!colspan=3|''[[Kirby's Dream Course]]''
|-
!rowspan=2|[[File:KDC Cover.jpg|170px]]
|'''Select description:'''
|''In this golf-inspired game, ball-shaped Kirby defeated enemies in stages filled with [[hazard]]s and challenges.''
|-
|'''Video description:'''
|''This golf-inspired game pitted one to two players against eight outlandish [[Kirby's Dream Course#Levels and stages|courses]]. To complete a [[:Category:Holes in Kirby's Dream Course|hole]], players had to defeat every enemy on the field and drop ball-shaped Kirby into the cup. Fewer shots meant a higher score. On top of planning each shot's power and trajectory, players had to make smart use of Kirby's 10 Copy Abilities.''
|-
!Theme music
|colspan=2|[[Mountain Stage]]
|-
|-
!Regional differences
|colspan=2|In the Japanese version, ''Kirby's Dream Course'' is shown at the 1994 stop due to the game releasing that year in Japan.
|}
 
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" width="60%"
!colspan=3|''[[Kirby's Avalanche]]''
|-
!rowspan=2|[[File:KAv Box 2.jpg|170px]]
|'''Select description:'''
|''In this fast-paced puzzle game, Kirby blasted his opponents by strategically stacking color-coded Blobs.''
|-
|'''Video description:'''
|''In this puzzle game, Kirby stacked colorful falling Blobs. By strategically rotating and moving Blobs before they hit the pile, Kirby could destroy them and set off chain reactions. This game included [[Multiplayer|two-player]] bouts and matches against many familiar faces from the Kirby universe. It's the only Kirby game that wasn't released in Japan.''
|-
!Theme music
|colspan=2|[[Butter Building (theme)|Butter Building]]
|-
!Regional differences
|colspan=2|''Kirby's Avalanche'' is not present in the Japanese version of ''Kirby's Dream Collection'' due to it never having released in Japan.
|}
 
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" width="60%"
!colspan=3|''[[Kirby's Dream Land 2]]''
|-
!rowspan=2|[[File:KDL2 Box.png|170px]]
|'''Select description:'''
|''This game introduced new Copy Abilities and Kirby's pals [[Rick]], [[Kine]] and [[Coo]] to the Kirby universe.''
|-
|'''Video description:'''
|''Rick the hamster, Kine the fish, and Coo the owl debuted in this game. These friends not only helped out by carrying Kirby. They also interacted with Copy Abilities in different ways, adding to Kirby's arsenal.''
|-
!Theme music
|colspan=2|[[Dark Castle (theme)|Dark Castle]]
|-
|}
 
===1996===
 
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" align="right"
!width=350px|In-game blurb<br>
|-
|-
|1996
|''[[Kirby's Block Ball]]''<br>''[[Kirby Super Star|{{KSS KFP}}]]''
|
|
*''The Summer Olympic Games were held in [[wikipedia:Atlanta|Atlanta]], [[wikipedia:Georgia (U.S. state)|Georgia]].''
'''In 1996...'''<br>
*''The [[wikipedia:1996 Summer Olympics|Summer Olympic Games]] were held in [[wikipedia:Atlanta|Atlanta]], [[wikipedia:Georgia (U.S. state)|Georgia]].''
*''Nintendo released [[Nintendo 64]] and [[Nwiki:Game_Boy#Game_Boy_Pocket|Game Boy Pocket]].''
*''Nintendo released [[Nintendo 64]] and [[Nwiki:Game_Boy#Game_Boy_Pocket|Game Boy Pocket]].''
|
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'''1996年のできごと'''<br>'''''Events of 1996'''''
*野茂英雄、大リーグで日本人初のノーヒットノーラン<br>''[[wikipedia:Hideo Nomo|Hideo Nomo]] becomes the first Japanese player to pitch a [[wikipedia:no-hitter|no-hitter]] in [[wikipedia:Major League Baseball|Major League Baseball]]''
*将棋棋士の羽生善治、史上初の七冠<br>''[[wikipedia:Yoshiharu Habu|Yoshiharu Habu]] becomes the first professional [[wikipedia:Shogi|shogi]] player to hold seven major titles simultaneously''
*「ニンテンドウ64」発売<br>''The Nintendo 64 is released''
|}
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" width="60%"
!colspan=3|''[[Kirby's Block Ball]]''
|-
!rowspan=2|[[File:KBBa Box.jpg|170px]]
|'''Select description:'''
|''Once again, Kirby returned to ball form. This time, Kirby had to bounce off paddles and bash his way through [[block]]s.''
|-
|'''Video description:'''
|''Ball-shaped Kirby leapt back into action again! Time time, players bounced Kirby around stages to destroy blocks and defeat enemies. A good sense of timing was essential to getting a high score. Items, power-ups, and Copy Abilities also helped players rack up points.''
|-
!Theme music
|colspan=2|[[Stage 1 (theme from Kirby's Block Ball)|''Kirby's Block Ball'' Stage 1 theme]]
|-
!Regional differences
|colspan=2|In the Japanese version, ''Kirby's Block Ball'' is instead displayed at the 1995 stop due to the game releasing that year in Japan.
|}
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" width="60%"
!colspan=3|''[[Kirby Super Star]]''
|-
!rowspan=2|[[File:KSS Box NA.jpg|170px]]
|'''Select description:'''
|''Kirby Super Star featured eight [[Kirby Super Star#Game modes|games]] and introduced two-player cooperative/competitive play to the Kirby universe.''
|-
|'''Video description:'''
|''Eight games in one? That sounds like fun! This title introduced Copy Ability hats, which changed Kirby's appearance based on which power he was wielding. This game also gave Kirby the ability to transform an equipped Copy Ability into a [[Helper]], which added a new kind of cooperation play to the mix. A Helper could be either controlled by the game's [[CPU|AI]] or controlled by a second player, and each type of Helper had its own moves.''
|-
!Theme music
|colspan=2|[[Gourmet Race (theme)|Gourmet Race]]
|-
|}
 
===1997===
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" align="right"
!width=350px|In-game blurb<br>
|-
|-
|1997
|''[[Kirby's Star Stacker (Game Boy)|Kirby's Star Stacker]]''<br>''[[Kirby's Dream Land 3]]''
|
|
'''In 1997...'''<br>
*''The [[wikipedia:United Kingdom|UK]] returned control of [[wikipedia:Hong Kong|Hong Kong]] to [[wikipedia:China|China]].''
*''The [[wikipedia:United Kingdom|UK]] returned control of [[wikipedia:Hong Kong|Hong Kong]] to [[wikipedia:China|China]].''
*''The first [[wikipedia:Harry Potter|Harry Potter]] book was published in the UK.''
*''The first [[wikipedia:Harry Potter|Harry Potter]] book was published in the UK.''
*''The first mass-produced hybrid vehicle, the [[wikipedia:Toyota Prius|Prius]], launched in [[wikipedia:Japan|Japan]].''
*''The first mass-produced hybrid vehicle, the [[wikipedia:Toyota Prius|Prius]], launched in [[wikipedia:Japan|Japan]].''
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'''1997年のできごと'''<br>'''''Events of 1997'''''
*消費税が3％から5％に引き上げ<br>''[[wikipedia:Taxation in Japan|Consumption tax]] increases from 3% to 5%''
*長野〜東京間で北陸新幹線（長野新幹線）が開通<br>''The [[wikipedia:Hokuriku Shinkansen|Hokuriku Shinkansen]] train line (originally the Nagano Shinkansen) opens between [[wikipedia:Nagano Station|Nagano]] and [[wikipedia:Tokyo Station|Tokyo]]''
*タイガー・ウッズが米マスターズで史上最年少となる初優勝<br>''[[wikipedia:Tiger Woods|Tiger Woods]] becomes the youngest golf player to win the [[wikipedia:Masters Tournament|Masters Tournament]]''
|}
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" width="60%"
!colspan=3|''[[Kirby's Star Stacker (Game Boy)|Kirby's Star Stacker]]''
|-
!rowspan=2|[[File:KSSGB Box.jpg|170px]]
|'''Select description:'''
|''In this playful puzzler, Kirby and his friends stacked falling [[Star Block|stars]]. With a [[wikipedia:Game Link Cable|Game Link cable]], two friends could play together.''
|-
|'''Video description:'''
|''Kirby reunited with Rick, Kine, and Coo to unleash their puzzling power! As [[block]]s fell from the sky, Kirby sandwiched stars between his pals and stacked sets together. Much as in Kirby's Avalanche, the key to high scores was chain reactions.''
|-
!Theme music
|colspan=2|[[Normal (theme)|Normal]]
|-
|}
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" width="60%"
!colspan=3|''[[Kirby's Dream Land 3]]''
|-
!rowspan=2|[[File:KDL3 Box.jpg|170px]]
|'''Select description:'''
|''This game introduced new Copy Abilities and the [[Animal Friends|friends]] [[ChuChu]], [[Pitch]], and [[Nago]]. It also gave Player 2 [[Gooey]] to control.''
|-
|'''Video description:'''
|''This game, the last that Nintendo published in the USA for the [[Super Nintendo Entertainment System]], introduced Kirby's friends ChuChu, Pitch, and Nago. Helped by these new allies, Kirby set out to battle an old foe. A second player could control Kirby's pal Gooey and join in the action.''
|-
!Theme music
|colspan=2|[[Ripple Field (theme)|Ripple Field]]
|-
!Regional differences
|colspan=2|In the Japanese version, ''Kirby's Dream Land 3'' is shown at the 1998 stop due to the game releasing that year in Japan.
|}
 
===1998===
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" align="right"
!width=350px|In-game blurb<br>
|-
|-
|1998
|[[Waddle Dee]] statue (no media)
|
|
*''The Winter Olympic Games were held in [[wikipedia:Nagano (city)|Nagano]], Japan.''
'''In 1998...'''<br>
*''The [[wikipedia:1998 Winter Olympics|Winter Olympic Games]] were held in [[wikipedia:Nagano (city)|Nagano]], Japan.''
*''Assembly of the [[wikipedia:International Space Station|International Space Station]] began.''
*''Assembly of the [[wikipedia:International Space Station|International Space Station]] began.''
*''Nintendo released [[Game Boy Color]].''
*''Nintendo released [[Game Boy Color]].''
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'''1998年のできごと'''<br>'''''Events of 1998'''''
*世界人口が60億人を突破<br>''The world population exceeds six billion''
*「スーパーファミコンJr.」と「星のカービィ3」が同日発売<br>''The [[wikipedia:Super Nintendo Entertainment System#Redesigned model|Super Famicom Jr.]] and Kirby's Dream Land 3 are released on the same day''
*「ゲームボーイカラー」発売<br>''The Game Boy Color is released''
|}
 
The 1998 stop features a golden statue of a [[Waddle Dee]] in place of any official ''Kirby'' media. In the Japanese version, ''Kirby's Dream Land 3'' is displayed at this stop.
{{clear}}
 
===1999===
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" align="right"
!width=350px|In-game blurb<br>
|-
|-
|1999
|[[King Dedede]] statue (no media)
|
|
'''In 1999...'''<br>
*''The first nonstop trip around the world via hot-air balloon occurred.''
*''The first nonstop trip around the world via hot-air balloon occurred.''
*''The world's population reached six billion.''
*''The world's population reached six billion.''
*''Kirby appeared in the first [[Super Smash Bros.]] fighting game.''
*''Kirby appeared in the first [[Super Smash Bros.]] fighting game.''
|
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'''1999年のできごと'''<br>'''''Events of 1999'''''
*各自治体で地域振興券が発行<br>''Regional promotion coupons are issued by each local government of Japan''
*国内のインターネット利用者数が2000万人を突破<br>''Number of Internet users in Japan exceeds 20 million''
*携帯電話、PHSの番号が11ケタになる<br>''Japanese mobile phone and Personal Handy-phone System numbers are extended to 11 digits''
|}
 
A second statue is found at the 1999 stop, this time of [[King Dedede]] wielding his trusty hammer. In the Japanese version of ''Kirby's Dream Collection'', the Super Famicom version of ''[[Kirby's Star Stacker (Super Famicom)|Kirby's Star Stacker]]'' can be found at this stop; this game would not be released outside of Japan until well after 2012.
{{clear}}
 
===2000===
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" align="right"
!width=350px|In-game blurb<br>
|-
|-
|2000
|''[[Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards]]''
|
|
*''The Summer Olympic Games were held in [[wikipedia:Sydney|Sydney]], [[wikipedia:Australia|Australia]].''
'''In 2000...'''<br>
*''The [[wikipedia:2000 Summer Olympics|Summer Olympic Games]] were held in [[wikipedia:Sydney|Sydney]], [[wikipedia:Australia|Australia]].''
*''The International Space Station received its first resident crew.''
*''The International Space Station received its first resident crew.''
*''[[wikipedia:George W. Bush|George W. Bush]] was elected President of the USA.''
*''[[wikipedia:George W. Bush|George W. Bush]] was elected President of the USA.''
|
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'''2000年のできごと'''<br>'''''Events of 2000'''''
*シドニーオリンピック女子マラソンで高橋尚子が金メダル<br>''[[wikipedia:Naoko Takahashi|Naoko Takahashi]] wins the gold medal in the [[wikipedia:Athletics at the 2000 Summer Olympics|women's marathon of the Sydney Olympics]]''
*2000円札と新500円硬貨が発行<br>''The [[wikipedia:2000 yen note|2000 yen note]] and a new [[wikipedia:500 yen coin|500 yen coin]] are issued''
*ハッピーマンデー法が施行<br>''The [[wikipedia:Happy Monday System|Happy Monday]] act comes into effect''
|}
 
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" width="60%"
!colspan=3|''[[Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards]]''
|-
!rowspan=2|[[File:K64 The Crystal Shards box art.png|170px]]
|'''Select description:'''
|''This game introduced [[Power Combo]]s to Kirby's arsenal. By combining two Copy Abilities, Kirby could do incredible things.''
|-
|'''Video description:'''
|''This adventure took Kirby to exciting new planets and gave Kirby the ability to mix Copy Abilities together to create impressive Power Combos! Twenty-eight different Power Combos were possible. Each had its own special moves and powers. This is the only Kirby game to allow Kirby to use the inhale ability underwater without Kine's help.''
|-
!Theme music
|colspan=2|[[Training (theme)|Training]]
|-
|}
{{clear}}
 
===2001===
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" align="right"
!width=350px|In-game blurb<br>
|-
|-
|2001
|''[[Kirby Tilt 'n' Tumble]]''
|
|
'''In 2001...'''<br>
*''[[Wikipedia:Temba Tsheri|A 16-year-old]] successfully climbed [[wikipedia:Mt. Everest|Mt. Everest]].''
*''[[Wikipedia:Temba Tsheri|A 16-year-old]] successfully climbed [[wikipedia:Mt. Everest|Mt. Everest]].''
*''Nintendo released [[Game Boy Advance]] and [[Nintendo GameCube]].''
*''Nintendo released [[Game Boy Advance]] and [[Nintendo GameCube]].''
|The record for youngest person to climb Mt. Everest now belongs to [[Wikipedia:Jordan Romero|Jordan Romero]], who did it at 13 years old in 2010.<ref>[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Mount_Everest_records#Youngest_summiters Mt. Everest records page on Wikipedia]</ref>
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'''2001年のできごと'''<br>'''''Events of 2001'''''
*イチロー、アメリカンリーグでMVPと新人王をW受賞<br>''Ichiro wins the [[wikipedia:American League|American League]] [[wikipedia:Major League Baseball Most Valuable Player Award|MVP]] and [[wikipedia:Major League Baseball Rookie of the Year Award|Rookie of the Year]] awards''
*「ゲームボーイアドバンス」発売<br>''The Game Boy Advance is released''
*「ニンテンドーゲームキューブ」発売<br>''The Nintendo GameCube is released''
|}
 
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" width="60%"
!colspan=3|''[[Kirby Tilt 'n' Tumble]]''
|-
!rowspan=2|[[File:KTnT Box.png|170px]]
|'''Select description:'''
|''This game featured innovative controls that let players move Kirby by tilting and shaking their [[Game Boy Color]] systems.''
|-
|'''Video description:'''
|''This was the first game in the Kirby series to make use of motion controls. These controls were because the game pak itself contained a tiny motion-sensing device! This enabled a player to move like Kirby by tilting his or her Game Boy Color system. Five minigames that also made use of these motion controls accompanied the main game.''
|-
!Theme music
|colspan=2|[[Simple Stage (theme from Kirby Tilt 'n' Tumble)|Simple Stage]]
|-
!Regional differences
|colspan=2|In the Japanese version, ''Kirby Tilt 'n' Tumble'' is shown at the 2000 stop due to the game releasing that year in Japan.
|}
{{clear}}
===2002===
 
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" align="right"
!width=350px|In-game blurb<br>
|-
|-
|2002
|''[[Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land]]''<br>''[[Kirby: Right Back at Ya!]]''
|
|
*''The Winter Olympic Games were held in [[wikipedia:Salt Lake City|Salt Lake City]], [[Wikipedia:Utah|Utah]].''
'''In 2002...'''<br>
*''The [[wikipedia:2002 Winter Olympics|Winter Olympic Games]] were held in [[wikipedia:Salt Lake City|Salt Lake City]], [[Wikipedia:Utah|Utah]].''
*''[[Wikipedia:East Timor|East Timor]] became the first new country of the 21st century.''
*''[[Wikipedia:East Timor|East Timor]] became the first new country of the 21st century.''
*''Euro coins and notes entered circulation.''
*''[[Wikipedia:Euro|Euro]] coins and notes entered circulation.''
|
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'''2002年のできごと'''<br>'''''Events of 2002'''''
*欧州にて「ユーロ」流通開始<br>''The Euro enters circulation in Europe''
*ワールドカップ日韓大会で日本が初の決勝トーナメント進出<br>''In [[wikipedia:2002 FIFA World Cup|Korea Japan 2002]], Japan hosts the [[wikipedia:FIFA World Cup|World Cup]] finals for the first time''
*北米でTVアニメ「Kirby: Right Back at Ya!」が放映<br>''The TV anime Kirby: Right Back at Ya! airs in North America''
|}
 
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" width="60%"
!colspan=3|''[[Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land]]''
|-
!rowspan=2|[[File:KNiDL box artwork.jpg|170px]]
|'''Select description:'''
|''In this colorful remake of Kirby's Adventure, up to four friends could play cooperatively of face off in multiplayer minigames.''
|-
|'''Video description:'''
|''This remake of Kirby's Adventure included many new features, including the ability to play with up to three friends! Each player controlled his or her own Kirby, and each Kirby could grab his own separate Copy Abilities.''
|-
!Theme music
|colspan=2|[[Fountain of Dreams (theme)|The Fountain of Dreams]]
|-
|}
 
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" width="60%"
!colspan=3|''[[Kirby: Right Back at Ya!]]''
|-
!rowspan=2|[[File:Kirby's Dream Collection KRBAY Poster.jpg|170px]]
|'''Select description:'''
|''This 100-episode animated TV series was first broadcast in the USA in 2002. It's been released in many other countries as well.''
|-
|'''Video description:'''
|N/A
|-
!Theme music
|colspan=2|[[Kirby: Right Back at Ya! (song)|Kirby: Right Back at Ya! theme]]
|-
!Regional differences
|colspan=2|In the Japanese version, ''Kirby: Right Back at Ya!'' is shown at the 2001 stop due to the anime premiering its first episode that year in Japan. The episodes included in both versions are the same, but the North American version uses their respective English dubbed versions, and naturally include the differences made when dubbing those episodes. Moreover, in the Japanese version, the [[Stadium: Kirby Melee]] theme from ''Kirby Air Ride'' plays on the sub-menu rather than the ''Kirby: Right Back at Ya!'' theme.
|}
{{clear}}
===2003===
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" align="right"
!width=350px|In-game blurb<br>
|-
|-
|2003
|''[[Kirby Air Ride]]''
|
|
'''In 2003...'''<br>
*''The [[wikipedia:Human Genome Project|Human Genome Project]] was completed.''
*''The [[wikipedia:Human Genome Project|Human Genome Project]] was completed.''
*''[[Wikipedia:Concorde|Concorde]] made its final commercial flight.''
*''[[Wikipedia:Concorde|Concorde]] made its final commercial flight.''
*''Nintendo released [[Nwiki:Game Boy Advance SP|Game Boy Advance SP]].''
*''Nintendo released [[Nwiki:Game Boy Advance SP|Game Boy Advance SP]].''
|
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'''2003年のできごと'''<br>'''''Events of 2003'''''
*地上デジタルテレビ放送開始<br>''[[wikipedia:Digital terrestrial television|Digital terrestrial television broadcasting]] begins in Japan''
*Jリーグ公式「任天堂カービィスペシャルデー」開催<br>''The J.League's official "Nintendo Kirby Special Day" is held''
*「ゲームボーイアドバンスSP」発売<br>''The Game Boy Advance SP is released''
|}
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" width="60%"
!colspan=3|''[[Kirby Air Ride]]''
|-
!rowspan=2|[[File:Kirby Air Ride boxart.png|170px]]
|'''Select description:'''
|''The first Kirby racing game! The Air Ride machines' controls may have been simple, but mastering them took skill and practice.''
|-
|'''Video description:'''
|''Kirby Air Ride included many different high-speed racing modes. The controls for this game may have been simple, but becoming a top-scoring Air Ride racer took lots of practice and strategy. Players who were good at handling their Air Ride machines and Kirby's Copy Abilities could look forward to unlocking special characters.''
|-
!Theme music
|colspan=2|[[The Legendary Air Ride Machine]]
|-
|}
{{clear}}
===2004===
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" align="right"
!width=350px|In-game blurb<br>
|-
|-
|2004
|''[[Kirby & The Amazing Mirror]]''
|
|
*''The Summer Olympic Games were held in [[wikipedia:Athens|Athens]], [[wikipedia:Greece|Greece]].''
'''In 2004...'''<br>
*''The [[wikipedia:2004 Summer Olympics|Summer Olympic Games]] were held in [[wikipedia:Athens|Athens]], [[wikipedia:Greece|Greece]].''
*''[[Wikipedia:NASA|NASA]]'s rovers [[wikipedia:Opportunity (rover)|Opportunity]] and [[wikipedia:Spirit (rover)|Spirit]] landed on [[wikipedia:Mars|Mars]].''
*''[[Wikipedia:NASA|NASA]]'s rovers [[wikipedia:Opportunity (rover)|Opportunity]] and [[wikipedia:Spirit (rover)|Spirit]] landed on [[wikipedia:Mars|Mars]].''
*''Nintendo released [[Nintendo DS]].''
*''Nintendo released [[Nintendo DS]].''
|
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'''2004年のできごと'''<br>'''''Events of 2004'''''
*アテネオリンピックで日本柔道陣が8階級で金メダル<br>''At the Athens Olympics, Japan's [[wikipedia:Judo at the 2004 Summer Olympics|judo team]] wins gold medals in eight weight classes''
*日本銀行、20年ぶりに新デザインの紙幣を発行<br>''The [[wikipedia:Bank of Japan|Bank of Japan]] issues banknotes with a new design for the first time in 20 years''
*「ニンテンドーDS」発売<br>''The Nintendo DS is released''
|}
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" width="60%"
!colspan=3|''[[Kirby and the Amazing Mirror]]''
|-
!rowspan=2|[[File:KatAM cover art.jpg|170px]]
|'''Select description:'''
|''In this game, Kirby was split into four differently colored Kirbys. Luckily, he could call them for help with his trusty cell phone.''
|-
|'''Video description:'''
|''In this game, players didn't have to defeat stages in a specific, preset order. Instead, they were able to freely explore the game's vast new world and choose their own paths to victory. Along the way, Kirby could call his [[Color|yellow, red, and green Kirby buddies]] for help by using his trusty [[Cell Phone|cell phone]]. Kirby could also use new powers. One of them, [[Smash Bros.|Smash]], was an incredible combat ability that let Kirby unleash his [[Super Smash Bros.]] moves.''
|-
!Theme music
|colspan=2|[[Forest/Nature Area]]
|-
|}
{{clear}}
===2005===
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" align="right"
!width=350px|In-game blurb<br>
|-
|-
|2005
|''[[Kirby: Canvas Curse|{{KCC KPP}}]]''
|
|
'''In 2005...'''<br>
*''[[wikipedia:Danica Patrick|Danica Patrick]] became the first woman to lead an [[Wikipedia:Indianapolis 500|Indianapolis 500]].''
*''[[wikipedia:Danica Patrick|Danica Patrick]] became the first woman to lead an [[Wikipedia:Indianapolis 500|Indianapolis 500]].''
*''Due to a lockout, the [[Wikipedia:Stanley Cup|Stanley Cup]] went unclaimed for the first time since 1919.''
*''Due to [[wikipedia:2004–05 NHL lockout|a lockout]], the [[Wikipedia:Stanley Cup|Stanley Cup]] went unclaimed for the first time since 1919.''
*''Nintendo released [[Nwiki:Game_Boy_Advance#Game_Boy_Micro|Game Boy Micro]].''
*''Nintendo released [[Nwiki:Game_Boy_Advance#Game_Boy_Micro|Game Boy Micro]].''
|
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'''2005年のできごと'''<br>'''''Events of 2005'''''
*愛・地球博が開催<br>''[[wikipedia:Expo 2005|Expo 2005 Aichi Japan]] is held''
*中部国際空港「セントレア」開港<br>''[[wikipedia:Chubu Centrair International Airport|Chubu Centrair International Airport]] opens''
*「ゲームボーイミクロ」発売<br>''The Game Boy Micro is released''
|}
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" width="60%"
!colspan=3|''[[Kirby: Canvas Curse]]''
|-
!rowspan=2|[[File:Kirby Canvas Curse box art.png|170px]]
|'''Select description:'''
|''Kirby returned to ball form, this time to roll along a [[Rainbow Line|rainbow line]] drawn by the player's stylus in a brand-new adventure game.''
|-
|'''Video description:'''
|''In this unique adventure, Kirby followed the rainbow line that the player drew on the Touch Screen with his or her stylus. The rainbow line could also be used to shield Kirby from attacks, but Kirby wasn't the only star of this game. Other familiar characters made appearances as playable characters too!''
|-
!Theme music
|colspan=2|[[Gourmet Race (theme)|Paint Panic]]
|-
|}
{{clear}}
===2006===
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" align="right"
!width=350px|In-game blurb<br>
|-
|-
|2006
|''[[Kirby: Squeak Squad|{{KSqS KMoA}}]]''
|
|
*''The Winter Olympic Games were held in [[wikipedia:Turin|Turin]], [[Wikipedia:Italy|Italy]].''
'''In 2006...'''<br>
*''The [[wikipedia:2006 Winter Olympics|Winter Olympic Games]] were held in [[wikipedia:Turin|Turin]], [[Wikipedia:Italy|Italy]].''
*''Nintendo released [[Nwiki:Nintendo_DS#Nintendo_DS_Lite|Nintendo DS Lite]] and [[Wii]].''
*''Nintendo released [[Nwiki:Nintendo_DS#Nintendo_DS_Lite|Nintendo DS Lite]] and [[Wii]].''
|
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'''2006年のできごと'''<br>'''''Events of 2006'''''
*トリノオリンピック女子フィギュアスケートで荒川静香が金メダル<br>''[[wikipedia:Shizuka Arakawa|Shizuka Arakawa]] wins the gold medal in [[wikipedia:Figure skating at the 2006 Winter Olympics|women's figure skating at the Turin Olympics]]''
*「ニンテンドーDS Lite」発売<br>''The Nintendo DS Lite is released''
*「Wii」発売<br>''The Wii is released''
|}
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" width="60%"
!colspan=3|''[[Kirby: Squeak Squad]]''
|-
!rowspan=2|[[File:USCover KSqS.jpg|170px]]
|'''Select description:'''
|''This game introduced the [[Copy Palette]], which allowed items and Copy Abilities to be saved and mixed together.''
|-
|'''Video description:'''
|''In this game, Kirby chased down a [[Squeaks|gang of mice]] who'd stolen a precious, delicious [[Strawberry Shortcake|treasure]]. Along the way, Kirby found many other treasures, including [[Star Seal|star seals]] and [[Ability Scrolls|ability scrolls]]. Using the Copy Palette, Kirby could save items and Copy Abilities and mix them together. This new feature introduced players to a whole new level of strategy.''
|-
!Theme music
|colspan=2|[[Squeak Squad Appears!]]
|-
!Regional differences
|colspan=2|In the Japanese version, the 2006 stop includes yet another volume of an official ''Kirby'' manga series: ''[[Kirby of the Stars! Moretsu Pupupu Hour!]]''. The player is able to preview the cover as well as the first 17 pages.
|}
{{clear}}
 
===2007===
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" align="right"
!width=350px|In-game blurb<br>
|-
|-
|2007
|[[Meta Knight]] statue (no media)
|
|
'''In 2007...'''<br>
*''The final Harry Potter volume became the fastest-selling book in history.''
*''The final Harry Potter volume became the fastest-selling book in history.''
*''A record-breaking 10-ton ice-cream float was made.''
*''A record-breaking 10-ton ice-cream float was made.''
*''Nintendo unveiled [[Nwiki:Wii Fit|Wii Fit]] and the [[Nwiki:Wii Balance Board|Wii Balance Board]].''
*''Nintendo unveiled [[Nwiki:Wii Fit|Wii Fit]] and the [[Nwiki:Wii Balance Board|Wii Balance Board]].''
|
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'''2007年のできごと'''<br>'''''Events of 2007'''''
*第1回東京国際マラソン開催<br>''The first [[wikipedia:Tokyo Marathon|Tokyo Marathon]] is held''
*石川遼、アマチュアとしてプロゴルフツアーで最年少優勝<br>''As an amateur, [[wikipedia:Ryo Ishikawa|Ryo Ishikawa]] becomes the youngest person to win the [[wikipedia:Japan Golf Tour|Japan Golf Tour]]''
*郵政事業の民営化が行われる<br>''Plans begin to privatize [[wikipedia:Japan Post|Japan's postal service]]''
|}
A golden statue of [[Meta Knight]] is shown at the 2007 stop in place of any official ''Kirby'' media. In the Japanese version of ''Kirby's Dream Collection'', the 2007 stop includes an entry detailing ''Kirby'' arcade games.
{{clear}}
===2008===
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" align="right"
!width=350px|In-game blurb<br>
|-
|-
|2008
|''[[Kirby Super Star Ultra]]''
|
|
*''The Summer Olympic Games were held in [[wikipedia:Beijing|Beijing]], China.''
'''In 2008...'''<br>
*''The [[wikipedia:2008 Summer Olympics|Summer Olympic Games]] were held in [[wikipedia:Beijing|Beijing]], China.''
*''[[wikipedia:Barack Obama|Barack Obama]] was elected President of the USA.''
*''[[wikipedia:Barack Obama|Barack Obama]] was elected President of the USA.''
*''Nintendo released [[Nwiki:Nintendo_DS#Nintendo_DSi|Nintendo DSi]].''
*''Nintendo released [[Nwiki:Nintendo_DS#Nintendo_DSi|Nintendo DSi]].''
|
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'''2008年のできごと'''<br>'''''Events of 2008'''''
*北京オリンピック女子ソフトボールで日本が初の金メダル<br>''Japan wins its first gold medal in [[wikipedia:Softball at the 2008 Summer Olympics|women's softball at the Beijing Olympics]]''
*国内のインターネット利用者数が9000万人を突破<br>''Number of Internet users in Japan exceeds 90 million''
*「ニンテンドーDSi」発売<br>''The Nintendo DSi is released''
|}
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" width="60%"
!colspan=3|''[[Kirby Super Star Ultra]]''
|-
!rowspan=2|[[File:KSS Ultra box art.png|170px]]
|'''Select description:'''
|''This remake of Kirby Super Star included a new story, seven new minigames, multiplayer support, and updated graphics.''
|-
|'''Video description:'''
|''This remake of the beloved Kirby title Kirby Super Star included the original games with updated graphics, a new storyline, and several new minigames. Among these new games were stylus-controlled minigames. Many of this title's games allowed several players to play together. Beating certain games unlocked special bonus content, including a hilarious blooper reel!''
|-
!Theme music
|colspan=2|[[Masked Dedede's Theme]]
|-
|}
{{clear}}
===2009===
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" align="right"
!width=350px|In-game blurb<br>
|-
|-
|2009
|[[Magolor]] statue (no media)
|
|
'''In 2009...'''<br>
*''The presence of water on the moon was confirmed.''
*''The presence of water on the moon was confirmed.''
*''For the first time, annual global-energy use dropped.''
*''For the first time, annual global-energy use dropped.''
*''The 21st century's longest [[wikipedia:Solar eclipse|total solar eclipse]] occurred.''
*''The 21st century's longest [[wikipedia:Solar eclipse|total solar eclipse]] occurred.''
|
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'''2009年のできごと'''<br>'''''Events of 2009'''''
*裁判員制度が開始<br>''Japan's [[wikipedia:Lay judges in Japan|lay judge]] system takes effect''
*ワールド・ベースボール・クラシック(WBC)で日本が2連覇<br>''Japan wins its second consecutive [[wikipedia:2009 World Baseball Classic championship|World Baseball Classic]] (WBC)''
*「ニンテンドーDSi LL」発売<br>''The [[Nwiki:Nintendo_DS#Nintendo_DSi_XL|Nintendo DSi LL]] is released''
|}
The 2009 stop features a golden statue of [[Magolor]] in place of any official ''Kirby'' media. In the Japanese version of ''Kirby's Dream Collection'', an entry detailing [[Kirby 3D]] can be found at this stop.
{{clear}}
===2010===
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" align="right"
!width=350px|In-game blurb<br>
|-
|-
|2010
|''[[Kirby's Epic Yarn]]''
|
|
*''The Winter Olympic Games were held in [[wikipedia:Vancouver|Vancouver]], [[Wikipedia:Canada|Canada]].''
'''In 2010...'''<br>
*''The [[wikipedia:2010 Winter Olympics|Winter Olympic Games]] were held in [[wikipedia:Vancouver|Vancouver]], [[Wikipedia:Canada|Canada]].''
*''The first 24-hour flight by a solar plane took place.
*''The first 24-hour flight by a solar plane took place.
*''Nintendo released [[Nwiki:Nintendo_DS#Nintendo_DSi_XL|Nintendo DSi XL]].''
*''Nintendo released [[Nwiki:Nintendo_DS#Nintendo_DSi_XL|Nintendo DSi XL]].''
|
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'''2010年のできごと'''<br>'''''Events of 2010'''''
*小惑星探査機「はやぶさ」地球に帰還<br>''The asteroid probe "[[wikipedia:Hayabusa|Hayabusa]]" returns to Earth''
*30年に一度の記録的猛暑を観測<br>''[[wikipedia:2010 Northern Hemisphere heat waves|A record-breaking heat wave]], the hottest in 30 years, is recorded''
*鈴木章と根岸英一の両氏、ノーベル化学賞をW受賞<br>''[[wikipedia:Akira Suzuki|Akira Suzuki]] and [[wikipedia:Ei-ichi Negishi|Ei-ichi Negishi]] both win the [[wikipedia:Nobel Prize in Chemistry|Nobel Prize in Chemistry]]''
|}
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" width="60%"
!colspan=3|''[[Kirby's Epic Yarn]]''
|-
!rowspan=2|[[File:KEY NA box art.png|170px]]
|'''Select description:'''
|''This game sent Kirby to a world made of fabric, where he was transformed into yarn and gained amazing new powers.''
|-
|'''Video description:'''
|''Sucked into a world made of cloth by the evil sorcerer [[Yin-Yarn]], Kirby discovered he'd been turned into yarn! In this form, Kirby couldn't inhale or use Copy Abilities, but he gained new powers and could change his shape in amazing ways. With the help of [[Prince Fluff]], the heroic prince of [[Patch Land]], Kirby set out to defeat Yin-Yarn. Along the way, he helped the residents of Patch Land as a friendly neighbor in [[Kirby's Pad|Apartment 101]] of [[Dom Woole]]'s [[Quilty Court|apartment building]]!''
|-
!Theme music
|colspan=2|[[Ripple Star: Stage Select|Dream Land]]
|-
|}
{{clear}}
===2011===
{| class="wikitable" border="1" cellpadding="2" align="right"
!width=350px|In-game blurb<br>
|-
|-
|2011
|''[[Kirby Mass Attack]]''<br>''[[Kirby's Return to Dream Land|{{KRtDL KAW}}]]''
|
|
'''In 2011...'''<br>
*''The world's population reached seven billion.''
*''The world's population reached seven billion.''
*''Nintendo unveiled [[Wii U]].
*''Nintendo unveiled [[Wii U]].''
*''Nintendo released [[Nintendo 3DS]].''
*''Nintendo released [[Nintendo 3DS]].''
|
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|-
'''2011年のできごと'''<br>'''''Events of 2011'''''
|2012
*世界人口が70億人を突破<br>''The world population exceeds seven billion''
|''[[Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition]]''
*女子ワールドカップドイツ大会でなでしこJAPANが初優勝<br>''In Germany, [[wikipedia:Japan women's national football team|Nadeshiko Japan]] wins the [[wikipedia:2011 FIFA Women's World Cup|Women's World Cup]] for the first time''
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*「ニンテンドー3DS」発売<br>''The Nintendo 3DS is released''
*''The Summer Olympic Games were held in [[wikipedia:London|London]], [[Wikipedia:England|England]].''
*''Nintendo unveiled [[Miiverse]].''
*''We celebrated Kirby's 20th anniversary!''
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== Item details ==
!colspan=3|''[[Kirby Mass Attack]]''
The following are details on each item that Kirby can inhale:
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!Item
!rowspan=2|[[File:Kirby Mass Attack cover.png|170px]]
!Main description
|'''Select description:'''
!Demo caption
|''This game really embraced the concept 'the more the merrier.' Using the stylus, up to 10 Kirbys could be controlled at once.''
!Music
!Notes
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|''[[Kirby's Dream Land]]''
|'''Video description:'''  
|''Kirby's first game! With simple mechanics and friendly worlds, it was a perfect starting point for action-game beginners.''
|''In this game, poor Kirby was split into 10 weaker copies of himself by the villainous [[Necrodeus]]. Using the stylus, players guided these mini Kirbys on an amazing adventure to restore Kirby to his former self. If Kirbys were lost along the way, collecting [[fruit]] restored them. On top of this main game, seven minigames added to the action.''
|''The simplicity of Kirby's inhale/spit attack and Kirby's ability to fly over obstacles made this a perfect game for beginners. It introduced many of the enemies and power-ups that are now so familiar to Kirby's fans. It also introduced a character who would often be Kirby's star opponent: King Dedede!''
|[[Welcome to Dream Land]]
|Included on the sub-menu is artwork of Kirby, [[Kabula|Kaboola]], and [[Flotzo]].
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|''[[Kirby's Adventure]]''
!Theme music
|''This was the first game in the Kirby series to include [[Copy Ability|Copy Abilities]] and [[Sub-Game|minigames]].''
|colspan=2|[[Kirby Collecting]]
|''In this game, players were introduced to Kirby's famous Copy Abilities. Kirby could get 24 different Copy Abilities in this game, including [[Sword]], [[Cutter]], [[Hammer]], [[Spark]], [[Stone]], and [[Parasol]]. This gave players a wide range of new moves to play with and made it possible to play each stage in many ways. Kirby's Adventure was also the first game in the Kirby series to include minigames!''
|[[Vegetable Valley (theme)|Vegetable Valley theme]]
|Included on the sub-menu is artwork of [[Star Rod]] Kirby, [[UFO]] Kirby, and [[Sword Knight]].
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|''[[Kirby's Pinball Land]]''
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|''A game in which [[Ball Kirby|ball-shaped Kirby]] had to reach, and then beat, bosses waiting at the top of exciting pinball stages.''
 
|''In this game, the first to veer from Kirby's traditional platforming roots, players helped Kirby explore three challenging pinball worlds by flipping Kirby's bouncy, ball-shaped body. Exciting traps, bonus games, and enemies filled each world. To beat the game, players had to help Kirby defeat several bosses and then win a battle against King Dedede!''
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|[[Bubbly Clouds (theme)|Bubbly Clouds theme]]
!colspan=3|''[[Kirby's Return to Dream Land]]''
|Included on the sub-menu is artwork of the large Parasol Kirby and Ball Kirby, [[Gordo]], and [[Chilly]].
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|''[[Kirby's Dream Course]]''
!rowspan=2|[[File:KRtDL Boxart L.jpg|170px]]
|''In this golf-inspired game, ball-shaped Kirby defeated enemies in stages filled with hazards and challenges.''
|'''Select description:'''  
|''This golf-inspired game pitted one to two players against eight outlandish courses. To complete a hole, players had to defeat every enemy on the field and drop ball-shaped Kirby into the cup. Fewer shots meant a higher score. On top of planning each shot's power and trajectory, players had to make smart use of Kirby's 10 Copy Abilities.''
|''This game introduced incredible Super Abilities and cooperative multiplayer that other players could join and leave at will.''
|[[Yogurt Yard (theme)|Yogurt Yard theme]]
|Included on the sub-menu is artwork of Kirby with two flags, [[Broom Hatter]], and [[Mr. Shine & Mr. Bright|Mr. Shine]].<br><br>The demo caption implies that the eight main courses can be played with one or two players, but in fact, said courses are single-player only, while the 2P game has four distinct courses to itself.
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|''[[Kirby's Avalanche|{{KAv KGT}}]]''
|'''Video description:'''  
|''In this fast-paced puzzle game, Kirby blasted his opponents by strategically stacking color-coded Blobs.''
|''When a mysterious traveler crash-landed on [[Popstar|Planet Popstar]], Kirby and his friends rushed to his aid, and an amazing adventure began! This game featured extra-powerful Copy Abilities called [[Super Ability|Super Abilities]], which gave Kirby incredible new attacks. Kirby's inhale ability also got powered up in this game. Additional players could join and leave the game at will. Moves like [[Piggyback]] and [[Team Attack]] let players help each other through tough spots. This game also included minigames that could be unlocked as the story progressed.''
|''In this puzzle game, Kirby stacked colorful falling Blobs. By strategically rotating and moving Blobs before they hit the pile, Kirby could destroy them and set of chain reactions. This game included two-player bouts and matches against many familiar faces from the Kirby universe. It's the only Kirby game that wasn't released in Japan.''
|[[Butter Building (theme)|Butter Building theme]]
|Included on the sub-menu is artwork of Kirby, King Dedede, and [[Whispy Woods]].
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|''[[Kirby's Dream Land 2]]''
!Theme music
|''This game introduced new Copy Abilities and Kirby's pals [[Rick]], [[Kine]], and [[Coo]] to the Kirby universe.''
|colspan=2|[[Bring On the Super Ability]]
|''Rick the hamster, Kine the fish, and Coo the owl debuted in this game. These friends not only helped out by carrying Kirby. They also interacted with Copy Abilities in different ways, adding to Kirby's arsenal.''
|[[Dark Castle (theme)|Dark Castle theme]]
|Included on the sub-menu is artwork of Kirby, Kirby with Rick, and Kirby with Coo.<br><br>Despite what the main description implies, no new standard Copy Abilities were added in this game. Instead, several ability combos and the [[Rainbow Sword]] were introduced.
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|''[[Kirby's Block Ball]]''
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|''Once again, Kirby returned to ball form. This time, Kirby had to bounce off paddles and bash his way through blocks.''
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|''Ball-shaped Kirby leapt back into action again! This time, players bounced Kirby around stages to destroy blocks and defeat enemies. A good sense of timing was essential to getting a high score. Items, power-ups, and Copy Abilities also helped players rack up points.''
===2012===
|[[Stage 1 (theme from Kirby's Block Ball)|Stage 1 theme]]
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|Included on the sub-menu is artwork of Ball Kirby, King Dedede, and [[Bouncy]].
!width=350px|In-game blurb<br>
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|''[[Kirby Super Star|{{KSS KFP}}]]''
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|''Kirby Super Star featured eight games and introduced two-player cooperative/competitive play to the Kirby universe.''
'''In 2012...'''<br>
|''Eight games in one? That sounds like fun! This title introduced Copy Ability hats, which changed Kirby's appearance based on which power he was wielding. This game also gave Kirby the ability to transform an equipped Copy Ability into a [[Helper]], which added a new kind of cooperative play to the mix. A Helper could be either controlled by the game's [[CPU|AI]] or controlled by a second player, and each type of Helper had its own moves.''
*''The [[wikipedia:2012 Summer Olympics|Summer Olympic Games]] were held in [[wikipedia:London|London]], [[Wikipedia:England|England]].''
|[[Gourmet Race (theme)|Gourmet Race theme]]
*''Nintendo unveiled [[Miiverse]].''
|Included on the sub-menu is artwork of Kirby, [[Parasol Waddle Dee]], and [[Simirror]].
*''We celebrated Kirby's 20th anniversary!''
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'''2012年のできごと'''<br>'''''Events of 2012'''''
*東京スカイツリー完成<br>''The [[wikipedia:Tokyo Skytree|Tokyo Skytree]] is completed''
*地上アナログ放送が完全終了<br>''[[wikipedia:Digital television transition in Japan|Analog terrestrial television broadcasting]] ceases completely in Japan''
*「星のカービィ」生誕20周年<br>''20th anniversary of the birth of Kirby of the Stars''
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!colspan=3|''[[Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition]]''
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|''[[Kirby's Star Stacker (Game Boy)|Kirby's Star Stacker]]''
!rowspan=2|[[File:Kirby's Dream Collection box art.png|170px]]
|''In this playful puzzler, Kirby and his friends stacked falling stars. With a Game Link cable, two friends could play together.''
|'''Select description:'''  
|''Kirby reunited with Rick, Kine, and Coo to unleash their puzzle power! As blocks fell from the sky, Kirby sandwiched stars between his pals and stacked sets together. Much as in Kirby's Avalanche, the key to high scores was chain reactions.''
|''A celebration of all the fun we've had over Kirby's first two decades. Here's to many more!''
|[[Easy round (Game Boy theme)|Easy round theme]]
|Included on the sub-menu is artwork of Kirby with a [[Star Block]], and the Friend Blocks of Rick, Kine, and Coo.
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|''[[Kirby's Dream Land 3]]''
|''This game introduced new Copy Abilities and the friends [[ChuChu]], [[Pitch]], and [[Nago]]. It also gave Player 2 [[Gooey]] to control.''
|''This game, the last that Nintendo published in the USA for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System, introduced Kirby's friends ChuChu, Pitch, and Nago. Helped by these new allies, Kirby set out to battle an old foe. A second player could control Kirby's pal Gooey and join in the action.''
|[[Ripple Field (theme from Kirby's Dream Land 3)|Ripple Field theme]]
|Included on the sub-menu is artwork of Kirby, Kirby with Coo, and Kirby with Rick.
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|''[[Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards]]''
|''This game introduced Power Combos to Kirby's arsenal. By combining two Copy Abilities, Kirby could do incredible things.''
|''This adventure took Kirby to exciting new planets and gave Kirby the ability to mix Copy Abilities together to create impressive Power Combos! Twenty-eight different Power Combos were possible. Each had its own special moves and powers. This is the only Kirby game to allow Kirby to use the inhale ability underwater without Kine's help.''
|[[Training (theme from Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards)|Training theme]]
|Included on the sub-menu is artwork of Kirby, [[Burn-Stone]] Kirby, and [[Waddle Dee (Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards)|Waddle Dee]].<br><br>The Power Combo count mentioned in the demo caption does not include [[Ribbon's Crystal]].
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|''[[Kirby Tilt 'n' Tumble]]''
|''This game featured innovative controls that let players move Kirby by tilting and shaking their [[Game Boy Color]] systems.''
|''This was the first game in the Kirby series to make use of motion controls. These controls were possible because the game pak itself contained a tiny motion-sensing device! This enabled a player to move Kirby by tilting his or her Game Boy Color system. Five minigames that also made use of these motion controls accompanied the main game.''
|[[Simple stage]]
|Included on the sub-menu are three pieces of artwork for Kirby, one of him on a star, one of him tumbling, and one of him on a [[Cloud (object)|Cloud]].
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|''[[Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land]]''
|'''Video description:'''  
|''In this colorful remake of Kirby's Adventure, up to four friends could play cooperatively or face off in multiplayer minigames.''
|''This remake of Kirby's Adventure included many new features, including the ability to play with up to three friends! Each player controlled his or her own Kirby, and each Kirby could grab his own separate Copy Abilities.''
|[[Gourmet Race (theme)|Fountain of Dreams theme]]
|Included on the sub-menu is artwork of Kirby, the Star Rod, and King Dedede.
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|''[[Kirby: Right Back at Ya!]]''
|''This 100-episode animated TV series was first broadcast in the USA in 2002. It's been released in many other countries as well.''
|N/A
|N/A
|[[Kirby: Right Back at Ya! (song)|Kirby: Right Back at Ya! theme song]]
|Available to watch from this sub-menu are three episodes from the anime series, those being Episode 1: [[Kirby Comes to Cappy Town]], Episode 60: [[Crusade for the Blade]], and Episode 72: [[Waddle While You Work]].<br><br>Included on the sub-menu is artwork of Kirby and three screenshots from the episodes in question.
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|''[[Kirby Air Ride]]''
|''The first Kirby racing game! The [[Air Ride Machine|Air Ride machines']] controls may have been simple, but mastering them took skill and practice.''
|''Kirby Air Ride included many different high-speed racing modes. The controls for the game may have been simple, but becoming a top-scoring Air Ride racer took lots of practice and strategy. Players who were good at handling their Air Ride machines and Kirby's Copy Abilities could look forward to unlocking special characters.''
|[[The Legendary Air Ride Machine]]
|Included on the sub-menu is artwork of Kirby on a [[Warp Star (Kirby Air Ride)|Warpstar]], [[Fire]] Kirby on a Warpstar, and Blue Kirby on a [[Shadow Star]].
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|''[[Kirby & The Amazing Mirror]]''
|''In this game, Kirby was split into four differently-colored Kirbys. Luckily, he could call them for help with his trusty [[Cell Phone|cell phone]].''
|''In this game, players didn't have to defeat stage in a specific, preset order. Instead, they were able to freely explore the game's vast new world and choose their own paths to victory. Along the way, Kirby could call his yellow, red, and green Kirby buddies for help by using his trusty cell phone. Kirby could also use new powers. One of them [[Smash Bros.|Smash]], was an incredible combat ability that let Kirby unleash his Super Smash Bros. moves.''
|[[Forest/Nature Area]]
|Included on the sub-menu is artwork of Kirby with a cell phone, [[Wiz]], and [[Cupie]].
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|''[[Kirby: Canvas Curse|{{KCC KPP}}]]''
|''Kirby returned to ball form, this time to roll along a [[Rainbow Line|rainbow line]] drawn by the player's stylus in a brand-new adventure game.''
|''In this unique adventure, Kirby followed the rainbow line that the player drew on the Touch Screen with his or her stylus. The rainbow line could also be used to shield Kirby from attacks, but Kirby wasn't the only star of this game. Other familiar characters made appearances as playable characters too!''
|[[Gourmet Race (theme)|Paint Panic theme]]
|Included on the sub-menu is artwork of Ball Kirby, Ball King Dedede, and a Waddle Dee.
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|''[[Kirby: Squeak Squad|{{KSqS KMoA}}]]''
|''This game introduced the [[Copy Palette]], which allowed items and Copy Abilities to be saved and mixed together.''
|''In this game, Kirby chased down a gang of mice who'd stolen [[Strawberry Shortcake|a precious, delicious treasure]]. Along the way, Kirby found many other treasures, including [[Star Seal|star seals]] and [[Ability Scroll|ability scrolls]]. Using the Copy Palette, Kirby could save items and Copy Abilities and mix them together. This new feature introduced players to a whole new level of strategy.''
|[[Squeak Squad Appears!]]
|Included on the sub-menu is artwork of Kirby, [[Daroach]], and King Dedede.
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|''[[Kirby Super Star Ultra]]''
|''This remake of Kirby Super Star included a new story, seven new minigames, multiplayer support, and updated graphics.''
|''This remake of the beloved Kirby title Kirby Super Star included the original games with updated graphics, a new storyline, and several new games. Among those new games were stylus-controlled minigames. Many of this title's games allowed several players to play together. Beating certain games unlocked special bonus content, including a hilarious blooper reel!''
|[[The Masked King]]
|Included on the sub-menu is artwork of Kirby, [[Sailor Waddle Dee]], and King Dedede.
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|''[[Kirby's Epic Yarn]]''
|''This game sent Kirby to a world made of fabric, where he was transformed into yarn and gained amazing new powers.''
|''Sucked into a world made of cloth by the evil sorcerer Yin-Yarn, Kirby discovered he'd been turned into yarn! In this form, Kirby couldn't inhale or use Copy Abilities, but he gained new powers and could change his shape in amazing ways. With the help of [[Prince Fluff]], the heroic prince of [[Patch Land]], Kirby set out to defeat Yin-Yarn. Along the way, he helped the residents of Patch Land as a friendly neighbor in Apartment 101 of [[Dom Woole]]'s [[Quilty Court|apartment building]]!''
|[[Ripple Star: Stage Select|Dream Land Soundtrack]]
|Included on the sub-menu is artwork of Kirby, [[Yin-Yarn]], and a Waddle Dee.
|-
|''[[Kirby Mass Attack]]''
|''This game really embraced the concept "the more the merrier." Using the stylus, up to 10 Kirbys could be controlled at once.''
|''In this game, poor Kirby was split into 10 weaker copies of himself by the villainous [[Necrodeus]]. Using the stylus, players guided these mini Kirbys on an amazing adventure to restore Kirby to his former self. If Kirbys were lost along the way, collecting [[fruit]] restored them. On top of the main game, seven minigames added to the action.''
|[[Kirby Collecting]]
|Included on the sub-menu is artwork of ten Kirbys, a [[Skully]], and a [[Beanbon]].
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|''[[Kirby's Return to Dream Land|{{KRtDL KAW}}]]''
!Theme music
|''This game introduced incredible [[Super Ability|Super Abilities]] and cooperative multiplayer that other players cold join and leave at will.''
|colspan=2|[[Magolor, the Far-Flung Traveler|New Challenge Stages]]
|''When a mysterious traveler crash-landed on Planet [[Popstar]], Kirby and his friends rushed to his aid, and an amazing adventure began! This game featured extra-powerful Copy Abilities called Super Abilities, which gave Kirby incredible new attacks. Kirby's inhale ability also got powered up in this game. Additional players could join and leave the game at will. Moves like [[Piggyback]] and Team Attack let players help each other through tough spots. This game also included minigames that could be unlocked as the story progressed.''
|[[Bring on the Super Ability]]
|Included on the sub-menu is artwork of Kirby, Magolor, and Meta Knight.
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|''[[Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition]]''
!Regional differences
|''A celebration of all the fun we've had over Kirby's first two decades. Here's to many more!''
|colspan=2|Exclusive to the North American version is the performance video for "Gourmet Race to Green Greens ~ Chamber Music", which plays for around three and a half minutes.
|N/A
|[[Magolor, the Distant Traveler]]
|Available from here is a collage image of all the games up to that point on one screen and a special video of a small orchestral chamber performance of the [[Gourmet Race (theme)|Gourmet Race theme]] and the [[Green Greens (theme)|Green Greens theme]] in a medley format.<br><br>Included on the sub-menu are the Kirby 20th anniversary emblem and the logos for each of the three main menu options for ''Kirby's Dream Collection''.
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==Trivia==
*Since the release of ''Kirby's Dream Collection'', many of the world records mentioned have been broken:
**The record for largest lollipop, mentioned at the 1994 stop, was broken exactly one day before the game's release in Japan (July 18th, 2012), with the new and current record weighing in at 7,003 pounds (3176.5 kilograms). Notably, the record is mislabeled on Guinness as 3176.5 metric tons.<ref>[https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/world-records/largest-lollipop Largest lollipop record on Guinness]</ref>
**The record for youngest person to climb Mt. Everest, mentioned at the 2001 stop, now belongs to Jordan Romero, who achieved the feat at 13 years old in 2010.<ref>[[wikipedia:List_of_Mount_Everest_records#Youngest_summiters|Mt. Everest records page on Wikipedia]]</ref>
**Cal Ripken Jr.'s record, mentioned at the 1995 stop, now stands at 2,632 games and is still unbeaten.<ref>[[wikipedia:Cal Ripken Jr.|Cal Ripken Jr. on Wikipedia]]</ref>
**The [[wikipedia:world population|world population]] stands at eight billion as of 2022.
**The Japanese version mentions a record-breaking heat wave in 2010, which has since been followed by further record-breaking heat waves in [[wikipedia:2018_Northeast_Asia_heat_wave|2018]] and [[wikipedia:2022_Japan_heat_wave|2022]].
*The English and Japanese versions disagree on which year the world's population reached six billion, which reflects similar disagreement in official statistics. The [[wikipedia:United Nations Population Fund|United Nations Population Fund]] (UNFPA) initially publicized 1999 as the year six billion was reached (which is reflected in the English version of the game), while later estimates by the UNFPA place 1998 as the year in question (which is reflected in the Japanese version).<ref>[[wikipedia:World population milestones#Six billion|World population milestones on Wikipedia]]</ref>
*Some of the information included in the game descriptions is misleading:
**The demo caption for ''Kirby's Dream Course'' implies that the eight main courses can be played with one or two players when, in fact, said courses are single-player only, while the 2P game has four distinct courses to itself.
**Despite what the select description for ''Kirby's Dream Land 2'' implies, no new standard Copy Abilities were added in this game. Instead, several ability combos and the [[Rainbow Sword]] were introduced.
**The Power Combo count mentioned in the demo caption for ''Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards'' does not include [[Ribbon's Crystal]].


== Trivia ==
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*Most of the tall pillars in the hallway are topped with golden statues of Kirby. However, a few contain other characters, in the following locations:
**'''[[Coo]]''': between 1994 and 1995.
**'''[[Waddle Dee]]''': between 2000 and 2001.
**'''[[Rick]]''': between 2006 and 2007.
**'''[[Kine]]''': right after 2012.


== Names in other languages ==
==Names in other languages==
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|jaR=Hoshi no Kābī Hisutorī
|jaR=Hoshi no Kābyi Hisutorī
|jaM=Kirby of the Stars History
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