Nintendo schedules 60‑minute Kirby Air Riders Direct for Oct 23 ahead of Nov 20 launch
Nintendo has announced a second livestream for the upcoming Kirby Air Riders, a Switch 2 exclusive. The presentation airs on October 23 at 9AM ET (6AM PT) and will run for roughly 60 minutes—an unusually long pre-launch deep dive just weeks before the game’s November 20 release.
The stream will be hosted by director Masahiro Sakurai, known for his meticulous breakdowns in the Super Smash Bros. series. The prior Kirby Air Riders livestream in August clocked in at about 45 minutes, focusing heavily on mechanics and systems, so expect more detail on modes, vehicles, and online features this time.
- When: October 23, 2025 at 9AM ET / 6AM PT
- Runtime: ~60 minutes
- Where to watch: Nintendo of America on X and the Nintendo YouTube channel
- Platform: Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive
- Release date: November 20, 2025
- What it is: A racing follow-up to the GameCube original Kirby Air Ride
Why it matters: With Switch 2 first-party exclusives under the spotlight, Kirby Air Riders is shaping up to be a showcase for the system’s online and performance capabilities. A full hour hosted by Sakurai suggests Nintendo will detail competitive features, customization, and perhaps new twists on the classic City Trial-style gameplay.
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Tip: If you miss the live show, check Nintendo’s YouTube channel for the archived stream and time-stamped segments.
Discussion: What do you want to see in the Direct—new tracks, City Trial 2.0, or online ranked play?