And into a new Switch game in 2018

AlthoughF-Zeroand a few other storied Nintendo series can’t catch a break,Kirbyis always there. Whether it’s a console iteration or a portable jaunt you may always count on the fluff ball to appear, and Nintendo always supports him with plenty of merchandise, as well as events in Japan like pop-up cafes. He’s one of the most well-loved properties in their arsenal.

That’s backed up by this “Anniversary Trailer,” which brings us through the ages as Nintendo celebrates two and a half decades of fluff. Bringing us from the Game Boy into the newest era, Nintendo reminds us of his humble history as a “game for everyone,” into more complex puzzle and sports games.

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Oh, and there’s anotherKirbycoming in 2018 on Switch (which looks great, if familiar so far).

3DS games for sale

3DS and Wii U credit

Nintendo Switch StreetPass

StreetPass

3DS and Wii U

The Netflix Wii U app

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Pokémon Bank, Transporter and Home logos