Overview
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- 6
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- Release Date
3DS
- 23rd Mar 2012
- 23rd Mar 2012
- 22nd Mar 2012
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- Controller Support
Reviews
Review Kid Icarus: Uprising (3DS)
Pit’s flying high
When Nintendo unveiled the 3DS in 2010 it also teased Kid Icarus: Uprising, a return of a franchise that, a few cameos aside, had long remained dormant. While the original NES title was a conventional 2D action platformer, Masahiro Sakurai, most famous for his Super Smash Bros. series, has given Pit new life in an arcade action...
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Kid Icarus: Uprising News
Talking Point Could Another Nintendo Series Take Over The 'Traditional' Zelda Template?
The next Link in the chain
Soapbox features enable our individual writers and contributors to voice their opinions on hot topics and random stuff they've been chewing over. Today, Nathan considers the two-forks Zelda conundrum and wonders if another Nintendo series might take on the old-school Zelda mantle... Perhaps the most surprising...
Random Sakurai Explains Why True Twin-Stick Controls Weren't Possible For Kid Icarus: Uprising
And yes, he still wants that Switch port
In his latest video in the 'Game Concepts' series, Masahiro Sakurai once again goes back to Kid Icarus: Uprising. This time, the legendary game designer breaks down the game's "unique" control scheme and explains the difficulties that the team had in developing the title. Part on-rails shooter, part...
Random Masahiro Sakurai Reminds Nintendo Fans About 3DS & Wii U eShop Closure Dates
"It's my last chance"
As you probably know by now, Nintendo is discontinuing the 3DS and Wii U eShop as of 28th March 2023. And later this month on 29th August, you'll no longer be able to add eShop card funds (aka points) to accounts. This is happening worldwide, and as a result - Nintendo fans around the globe are grabbing certain digital titles...
Feature Kid Icarus: Uprising, Nintendo's Most Daring Release Of The Last Decade
Remembering one of 3DS' most intriguing releases 10 years on
Yes, it's now an entire decade since Masahiro Sakurai was permitted to do something other than Smash Bros., so to mark the occasion, Mitch Vogel looks back on one of Nintendo's most ambitious and misunderstood titles... Let’s all take a step back and rewind the clock to June 2010, a...
News Masahiro Sakurai Talks About The Beginnings Of Kid Icarus: Uprising
And how Pit returned
In the latest episode of Harada's Bar, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate director Masahiro Sakurai spoke about how Kid Icarus: Uprising started out life on the Nintendo 3DS. At the time, Nintendo's Touch! Generations line (featuring games like Brain Training) was incredibly popular. With the belief this "trend would continue", Sakurai...
News A Kid Icarus: Uprising Sequel Would Be "Difficult", Says Masahiro Sakurai
So don't expect one any time soon
Back in 2012, the release of Kid Icarus: Uprising gave Nintendo's decades-old franchise a fantastic new chance to shine. The game transformed the series into a third-person shooter and was directed by none other than Super Smash Bros. series director, Masahiro Sakurai. Today, 22nd March, just so happens to be...
It creates "a better flow"
For a very long time now, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate director Masahiro Sakurai has been sharing a 'Pic of the Day' over on Twitter. While he's previously explained how a lot of these screens were never intended to be shown outside of the office, in his most recent Weekly Famitsu column, he revealed the idea behind it –...
Feature Prepare To Meet The Light! Where Is Kid Icarus: Uprising On Switch?
And does Nintendo’s 2019 hint at an answer?
Kid Icarus: Uprising on 3DS was one heck of a game. A bombastic shooter inspired by Greek mythology, the game still has a devoted fanbase. In fact, a good number of Nintendo heads have always been a bit miffed that such an ambitious, explosive game from one of the industry’s all-time greats (Smash...
News Get Discounts On Zelda, Mario Party And More In The Latest My Nintendo Rewards (Europe)
Including a couple of Kid Icarus games
The latest batch of My Nintendo game discounts for Europe has now gone live, giving players the usual chance to grab a handful of games at reduced prices. There are six new discounts up for grabs this time around, including a Zelda classic and even a couple of Kid Icarus titles. As always, you can take...
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Xenoblade! Pikmin! Fire Emblem!
The latest batch of My Nintendo game discounts for North America has now gone live, giving players the usual chance to grab a handful of games at discounted prices. There are nine games up for grabs this time around, all for the 3DS and Wii U as usual and all at 30% off. As always, you can take advantage of these...
Previews
Has Pit found his wings yet?
Masuhiro Sakurai's game of two halves continues to delight and frustrate in almost equal measures. When we played the game back in January we came away thoroughly impressed with the aerial sections but less enamoured with the ground fighting elements, and this hasn't changed based on our latest hands-on time with the...
First Impressions Kid Icarus: Uprising
Our Big N hearts go Pit-ter patter
As its sequel itself is keen to point out in a tongue-in-cheek manner, it's been 24 years since Pit flapped his wings up, up and away in his nail-biting platform debut Kid Icarus. The NES original cribbed the best bits of franchises like Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda and Metroid and crafted an ambitious,...
E3 2010 First Impressions: Nintendo 3DS
Hands on with Nintendo's amazing 3D portable
Any time there's an announcement of new video game hardware, a certain buzz is created. In all truth, you couldn't walk five feet on the streets of Los Angeles on the way to the Convention Center without hearing someone talking about Nintendo's upcoming 3DS system. Even the line for the Nintendo keynote...
About The Game
Take Aim at a Timeless Adventure!
Some 25 years after the original Kid Icarus™ game for NES™ captured the hearts and imaginations of gamers worldwide, Kid Icarus: Uprising brings the action and adventure of this beloved series to new heights – and new visual dimensions – on the Nintendo 3DS™ system. The dark goddess Medusa and her Underworld Army have returned, and they’ve got their sights set on the heroic angel Pit. With the aid of Palutena, goddess of light and guardian of the human race, Pit must fend off this malevolent threat. The richly immersive graphics of the Nintendo 3DS system offer incredible depth as Pit battles enemies by air and by land.
FEATURES:
Designed by Masashiro Sakurai – creator of Kirby™ and Super Smash Bros.™ – Kid Icarus: Uprising is an epic, action-packed odyssey that unfolds with stunning 3D visuals. The game also includes fully-voiced levels and an amazing soundtrack.
Each Chapter delivers nonstop action and is broken up into two sections: Air Battle and Land Battle. In Air Battle the action unfolds like a dynamic guided shooter. When Pit is facing enemies in Land Battle, the game play handles more like a third-person shooter.
Collect different weapons and learn the unique characteristics of each weapon type as you determine which weapon is best suited for each battle.
Experience an innovative take on multiplayer battles in Light vs. Dark, as two teams battle on land whittling away at the other team’s health meter each time a team member is defeated. The team battle then changes to a man-hunt once one team’s meter is emptied. The opposing team must target the other team’s lone angel to win the match.
The game includes AR Card compatibility. Using the built-in 3D camera on the Nintendo 3DS system, the game recognizes countless specially designed AR Cards, with animated game characters popping up in 3D on the game screen and even battling each other when two cards face off.
The game’s simple, intuitive play control has players hold the system in their left hand, while the right hand uses the stylus on the touch screen for targeting. The controls are simple enough to be grasped quickly, but offer layers of depth and strategy for advanced maneuvers.
Comments 98
I want 3D smash bros
OH WOW. I want! It's been a long wait but I think this is going to be great!
Hell yeah, I'm stoked for this. Bring it!
FINALLY A SEQUAL
Faints
Looks fantastic.
This game looks to be my first purchase if its out when i get a 3DS. The gameplay just looks crazy i just cant wait to play this game.
it looks like Sin and Punisment
This is so mesmerizing.
I love the music!
YESSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
i knew they were going to make another one
Wow! Thank you Sakurai for bringing the angel back!!
Now dude don't forget the Eggplant Wizard and we're golden.
Ok you are, thank you!!
O-oh my... the 3DS is a dream come true. (happy sniffle)
Im gonna get this!
@ Jimmy 721
Agreed,but Kid Icarus Rising shall keep us occupied.
The original was one of the most difficult NES games out there. They sure don't make em like they used to! Hopefully this won't be too easy.
This is what I want. I just need to know what are going to be launch titles because Im probably going to only get 1
Kid Icarus, Paper Mario, or Something else that is going to be a launch title.
This is my first purchase after a 3DS.
I think the 3DS costs at least 200 dollars in US but in my country it will be at least 250-300 dollars(in my country there are kroons and 10 kroons is 1 dollar) so it will be hard to get it but thank god i have 100 dollars waiting to get some more and then go away to 3DS. Oh and the Kid Icarus.......it looks the best ds game i have EVER seen woooooooooow
Haha, I remember seeing this in the E3 show when it aired. When I saw the goddess familiar from SSBB, I was like "Pitt! Kid Icarus!" and then: "Sorry to keep you waiting!"... Man, I was smiling from ear to ear. While eating my tuna.
Video was as cheezy as my old avatar!
(eyes inflate x3 passes out)
its about time they did kid icarus 3 and man does it look amazing
From Wikipedia: 3DS coming in japan February 26th, and Europe America and Australia gonna get it in march 2011.
OK i have money to buy a dsi (or dsi xl) or i can buy a psp 3000 but should i wait for the 3ds or buy a psp or dsi (xl)
Edit:We no longer have kroons we have euros
Ive never played any kid icarus games. I didnt know what he did until Smash. This reminds of the gameplay in Sin and Punishment: Star Successor so im getting it!
Smash bros. 3D would rake in MILLIONS of dollars for Nintendo.
Pre-ordered it
THIS LOOKS SO GOOD!!!!!! THis is going to be my first 3DS game. Too bad it has a summer release. =(
yeah<3 its nice too see pit again/
I really like Pit and this game looks great. I hope
this will come soon. Please!
whenever i watch the trailer i keep forgetting that it's on a HANDHELD. that's just how amazing it looks!
Well what kept you my boy!?
Well at least KId Icarus will never end up like he did back in the 80's.... [youtube:gBWrLhgiX74]
Always expect to have a sequel for it's time, but hay you got the gameboy title no complaint there.
lol at the video. But I won't be getting this (runs away)
this looks impressive...
Died by shock but before he died he said finally kid Icarus sequel
Hmmmmmm....Not a bad game
I heard the game comes out Jan 4th, 2012. In America
it looks like a zelda game that means it must be good
Hurry up and come out PLEASE!
Hmmmm reconsidering this now.
Can't wait!
パルテナの鏡 <----- that is the japanese title for the original Kid Icarus.
Translates "The Mirror of Parthenon"
interesting how the change of just the name makes a game more child like or serious...
Any word yet on if the multiplayer will be online or will it only be local?
i saw in the description on amazon that there will be online 6 player battle!!! whoo hoo
Product Features
Pit returns in an all new adventure only for the Nintendo 3DS
Collect special AR cards to interact with characters from the game using the 3D cameras and AR software on the system
Difficulty slider allows players of a range of skill levels to enjoy the Kid Icarus experience
Blast your way through missions in the air and go hand to hand against Medusa's minions on the ground
1 player storyline campaign or up to 6 players in Multiplayer (local and Internet play options are available)
http://www.nintendo.co.jp/3ds/akdj/
WOW these movies might sell me!!!
http://www.nintendo.co.jp/3ds/akdj/gallery/#/movie_index/
Whats up with that card game with augmented reality?
http://www.nintendo.co.jp/3ds/akdj/ar/index.html
Are we gonna be able to buy trading cards like Magic the Gathering? Or is that japan only?
WOW!
Really good trailer,
I will buy it soon as possible on the release date! This game will be in my 3DS on 23 March (Europe)!
I want this game badly!!!
didn't know you could fusion weapons plus there seem to be alot of content on offer!
cant wait to play it:)
check out the video link more info - http://youtu.be/0Nwg0vFVyHo
I have the money for it just need to get it
@RikuBlade it's not out yet
i can see this is gonna sell fast,IT LOOKS SO EPIC and multiplayer is gonna make it better(hopefully)but pits voice on the other hand...i think they should of kept the brawl voice
this game looks epic! I already pre-ordered and got the bonus!
I might get it I like the online mode (free for all)
Hmm... This game looks good but the controls look awkward and that could ruin it.
Lolz I left a comment in November! Time flies like none other! I pre-ordered it yesterday.
@dark-insanity I know what you mean
Just pre-ordered this from Amazon.com through the Nintendo site, you get a free download of 3D Classics: Kid Icarus on release day. (Plus you get the 3DS stand inside.) Anyways, I'm ultra-excited and I can't wait to play this game (and the original again.) If you have Amazon Prime it also will arrive on release day for free shipping.
i really want this game!!!!!!!!
i need to get this game!
man I can't wait 4 dis game to come out!What I love bout this game is its features,gameplay,multiplayer,etc.I really can't wait to get it.And oh if anyone is willing to challenge me on KIU once it comes out and that I have it,add me on 3ds.My fc is on my profile.Tell me urs so I could add u.
After getting to play this it cast all doubts I might of had out the window! I'm sure this game will be if not the handheld game of the year then one of the MUST PLAY games of the year!
@SkywardLink98 the controls take a while to get used to and have a bit of a learning curve BUT they're actually extremely responsive and once mastered you might findit works just as well, if not better than a lot of fps or third person shooters. A lot of people caught on ridiculously quick and was working the camera like a champ. But yes I could see people complaining that the camera use requires a learning curve at all. I honestly appreciated it cause it did work more then well and it put everyone on the same level somewhat. If it had just used a second analog stock like any other game then you would've been able to just hop off of CoD or Uncharted and would have dominated everyone else.
Cant wait for tomorow!!!
i wish i bought the game today which is the realese date for the game.i know that this game is going to be epic!
Hmmm... When I read the review before actually playing the game myself, I thought it was VERY biased, as the controls were only briefly mentioned here, but slammed everywhere else. Glad to say that after playing the game (and beating it in one day lol) that it is NOT biased at all, it well deserved the 9 it received here. I don't know what sites like Destructoid were thinking with a 5.0, I mean really. The controls were GREAT for me, the second Pit touched the ground I was already loving them, and I barely had any of the hand cramps other reviews spoke of.
In short - Awesome review!
This game killed my preconceptions of the game because they could not handle the awesomeness that was the game.
LOVE THIS GAME!! The Aurum Arc is so awesome!!
should i get this or super mario galaxy 2
i got KIU and it is.................. EPICNESS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
is his name Pit or is it Kid Icarus?
@Retro_Hype Pit
I Am Going To Get It!!
@zeldadude uhmmm THIS!
I will get this no matter what and i already ordered the club nintendo free of worth 3 special ar cards of kid icarus
I Love this game its uper fun i recommend it to all my friends and you all also
This game makes me want to have a 3D Super Smash Bros even more!
And a new 3D Zelda!
And a new 3D Metroid!
And a new... you know what, just bring the whole family.
High Fashion.
Just put everything in 3D already! This is driving me crazy with the fact that they should've been put Smash Bros. in 3D!!!
@marioman Of course they would. I just think The creator of Kid Icarus been busy on the first three Smash Bros. But, I guess he finished this game and now is gonna go start working on The Smash Bros for Wii U and 3DS.
((I think Wii U will just be the same as Wii, so technically Smash Bros Will be for 3DS and Wii.))
This is possibly one of the best games I've ever played!But the plot line is really jumpy and confusing
I can't get past chapter 17.Help ME!
this is so throwed
Getting this game tomorrow hope its good
I'm getting mine in mail
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=gBWrLhgiX74
this sucks man
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4gkTBERfb1M
this is awsome
Kid Icarus Uprising Walkthrough Part 1! The Return of Palutena!!!
and this http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wT4-Th6sX-k&feature=related totaly epic man watch!
it is sooooo good!!! beat it in 4-5 days!! Intensity: 4
@redclow O-O
i cnt ply kid icarus anymore!! my l button is broken
Flying sections are great. Walking sections...are not. I hate how Pit walks and the controls (walking) are terrible. It should support the circle pad pro or just have done it differently.
The game is funny, art is great, graphics pretty good and has tons of replayability but those controls are bad, it makes it a chore
@DarkCoolEdge Circle Pad Pro would suck. If you have one, move with the face buttons and aim with the circle pad. You'll see why. They should've supported it anyways though.
Did you like games like Moon, Dementium or Metroid Prime Hunters?
I got the button fixed and I love it. it is now on my favorites
How can it be that this game is Nintendo's own and 1,5 years since release it can't be found from anywhere in the shops?
Also, I wonder why is Kid Icarus still not in the 3DS eShop?
When I first played this I started giggling like a crazy fan girl which I am but whatever
@BossBro5 If you got stuck on Pyrrhon shoot the green lights in the backround...
Edit:I also got stuck
This is one of the best 3DS games! We need a remake or a totally new game for the Switch!
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