Kirby Minigames Hit European 3DS eShop in February

Nintendo have confirmed a launch date for the two latest Kirby titles in Europe, after a 6 month wait since their American release.

Kirby Fighters Deluxe will launch on 13 February on 3DS eShop. A 2D fighting game which places the player in control of a number of Kirby's copy abilities, the game also includes several references to the franchise's past, such as with the appearance of Kirby Super Star's Dyna Blade.

On the same day, Dedede's Drum Dash Deluxe will also launch on 3DS eShop. This is a rhythm-action game featuring a number of tunes from Kirby's past with principal antagonist King Dedede at the forefront.

Both games are expanded versions of minigames present in 2014 retail title Kirby Triple Deluxe, which was praised highly by our team earlier this year.

No price point has yet been revealed for the games, although they will likely be similar to the North American price point of $6.99 each.