Kirby 64 - The Crystal Shards

Game Overview
Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards came out for the Nintendo 64 in 2000, developed by HAL Laboratory and published by Nintendo. It was part of that era when 2D platformers were experimenting with 3D spaces, using pre-rendered backgrounds and simple polygonal characters to bridge the gap between classic and modern styles.You control Kirby, moving through levels screen by screen, inhaling enemies to steal their abilities. The main goal is to collect scattered crystal shards across various planets; some are in plain sight, while others require clever use of your powers or a bit of backtracking. The signature mechanic is power combining: by holding two abilities at once, you can fuse them into something new, like mixing fire and cutter to create a flaming sword. The pacing is relaxed, and the difficulty stays fairly gentle, making it easy to pick up and play. It feels like a cheerful, straightforward adventure where experimentation is always rewarded.