Kirby Air Riders has been updated to Version 1.3.3 on Nintendo Switch 2. This update adds support for two more upcoming amiibo figures: Sword Kirby (& Dragoon) and Noir Dedede (& Hydra). We still don’t have a release date for either of these amiibo, but considering their functionality has been implemented into the game, we can expect an announcement soon. King Dedede (& Tank Star) launches on 2nd July 2026, but support for that amiibo was already added via an update that released back in late-February (about a four month gap between update and release). Unlike previous updates, no bug fixes or balance adjustments have been made this time around; at least not according to the official patch notes.
Latest update: Ver. 1.3.3 (Released June 2, 2026)
General
The following amiibo figures are now supported.
- Sword Kirby & Dragoon
- Noir Dedede & Hydra
Note: Ver. 1.3.3 may not be compatible with replays from Ver. 1.3.2 to Ver. 1.3.0. Ver. 1.3.3 is not compatible with replays from Ver. 1.2.0 and earlier. Convert replays you want to keep to video files by selecting Record on the playback-settings screen within Cached Data and Data Replay before downloading the update. (Note: A microSD Express card is required to use this function.)
Ooh I’m so excited for this omg!!!!! I hope they release soon :)
I was thinking holiday season, but 1 or both could be releasing in Fall if they’ve already added support? :D