Kirby Super Star SNES
Recent eBay Listings
- Kirby Super Star SNES -Cartridge, Manual & Box - Authentic & Working - £156.43
- Kirby Super Star SNES Super Famicom Nintendo Japan Version Cartridge Only £25.19
- Kirby Super Star Deluxe – SNES Official Nintendo Guidebook (Action) Visual Guide £26.49
- Kirby Super Star Ultra Nintendo DS Japanese Games NDS Hoshi no Kirby SNES £19.68
- Kirby SUPER STAR SNES SFC Nintendo Super Famicom Japanese Version £17.92
- Hoshi no Kirby Super Deluxe Star SFC Super Famicom Game Cartridge Only Used £30.53
Price History
| Date | Avg Price | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-05 | £41.96 | £11.92 | £156.43 | 10 |
| 2026-04-04 | £41.96 | £11.92 | £156.43 | 10 |
| 2026-04-03 | £42.84 | £11.92 | £156.41 | 10 |
| 2026-04-02 | £43.82 | £11.92 | £155.99 | 9 |
| 2026-04-01 | £42.85 | £11.92 | £156.46 | 10 |
| 2026-03-31 | £43.19 | £11.92 | £156.86 | 10 |
| 2026-03-30 | £44.19 | £11.92 | £156.34 | 9 |
| 2026-03-29 | £44.37 | £11.92 | £156.34 | 9 |
| 2026-03-28 | £44.49 | £11.92 | £156.34 | 9 |
| 2026-03-27 | £44.43 | £11.89 | £155.87 | 9 |
| 2026-03-26 | £43.36 | £11.89 | £156.02 | 10 |
| 2026-03-25 | £44.14 | £11.89 | £156.03 | 9 |
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Game History
Kirby Super Star was developed by HAL Laboratory and published by Nintendo for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES). The game was directed by Masahiro Sakurai, who would go on to create the Super Smash Bros. series. It released in Japan on March 21, 1996, followed by a North American release on September 1996, and a European release in 1997.
The game was critically acclaimed upon its release, praised for its colorful presentation, polished gameplay, and innovative copy ability mechanics that allowed Kirby to absorb enemies and gain their powers. Critics and players appreciated the variety of game modes and the introduction of helper characters that could be controlled by a second player. Commercially, it performed well for Nintendo, becoming one of the notable titles in the Kirby franchise during the SNES era.
Kirby Super Star is historically significant to collectors and gaming enthusiasts because it is considered one of the definitive Kirby games and a high point of the franchise. The game's cartridge is relatively valuable in the retro gaming market, particularly complete copies with original boxes and manuals. Its influence on subsequent Kirby titles and the franchise's identity cannot be overstated.
An interesting aspect of the game's development was its structure: rather than a single lengthy campaign, Kirby Super Star featured eight different games and modes, including the main "Spring Breeze" adventure and specialized modes like "Milky Way Wishes" and "The Great Cave Offensive." This anthology approach was somewhat experimental for its time. The game also introduced Meta Knight as a recurring boss character, who would become a staple of the series.
A remake titled Kirby Super Star Ultra was released for the Nintendo DS in 2008 in Japan and 2009 in North America, introducing new modes and updated graphics while maintaining the spirit of the original. This remake introduced the game to a new generation and reinforced the original's legacy as a fundamental entry in the Kirby canon.