《星之卡比 機器人星球》（Kirby: Planet Robobot）是任天堂於2016年在Nintendo 3DS平台推出的動作平台遊戲，屬於《星之卡比》系列的主要作品之一。由HAL研究所開發，延續系列的核心玩法，但同時引入「機器人裝甲」的全新要素，使得戰鬥與解謎方式變得更加豐富。

故事發生在卡比的家鄉「普普普王國」，這個和平的星球突然遭受外星企業「哈爾特曼工業」（Haltmann Works Company）的侵略。這家高科技企業的首領「馬克思·哈爾特曼」（President Max Haltmann）率領著機械大軍，將星球機械化，企圖徹底控制這個世界。作為主角的卡比，自然不會坐視不管，他挺身而出，展開拯救星球的冒險。

在冒險過程中，卡比將面對哈爾特曼手下的強力幹部「蘇姬」（Susie），她是冷酷的秘書兼科學家，負責監督機械化計畫。此外，遊戲後期揭露，哈爾特曼其實是受到「星夢」（Star Dream）—一台擁有自我意識的超級AI的操控，這個AI本是哈爾特曼工業的終極武器，但最終背叛創造它的主人。星夢的真實目的，是消滅所有「不完美」的生命，讓宇宙進入機械化的統治。卡比最終駕駛著一台被改裝過的機器人，與星夢進行最終決戰，成功阻止這場浩劫，並讓普普普王國恢復原本的和平。

該作維持經典的橫向捲軸平台冒險玩法，依舊可以透過吸入敵人來獲取能力變化（Copy Abilities）。這次的能力種類多達25種以上，包含新加入的「毒液」、「ESP（超能力）」、「醫生」等，讓戰鬥與解謎方式更為多樣。最大的特色是「機器人裝甲」（Robobot Armor），這是強力的戰鬥裝備，可以駕駛它來進行戰鬥與探索。機器人裝甲不僅可以大幅提升攻擊力與防禦力，還能吸收敵人的能力，使其變成強化版本的「裝甲模式」，例如火焰模式可以發射火焰噴射、刀刃模式能夠揮砍巨型刀片，讓戰鬥風格變得更加多變。

關卡設計上，善用3DS的立體視覺效果，部分關卡會讓卡比在前後場景切換，製造出更具層次感的探索體驗。此外，還內藏有許多隱藏要素，例如「程式方塊」，這些道具散落在各個關卡中，收集齊全後可以解鎖額外內容與挑戰。主線關卡分為六大區域，每個區域都有獨特的主題，例如機械化都市、廢棄工廠、太空站等。每個世界的最後都有一場Boss戰，這些頭目戰相較於過去的《卡比》系列更具挑戰性，需要玩家靈活運用不同的能力來應對。除主線模式，還提供額外的挑戰模式：

「隊長卡比」（Team Kirby Clash）—RPG風格的四人合作戰鬥模式，可以選擇不同職業（如劍士、魔法師）來組隊挑戰強敵，並可升級裝備。

「卡比的3D挑戰」（Kirby 3D Rumble）—迷你遊戲，在3D空間內進行戰鬥，挑戰連擊數與得分。

「Meta Knight的復仇」（Meta Knightmare Returns）—加速模式，操控「銀河騎士」Meta Knight，在有限時間內通關所有主線關卡，並迎戰獨特的最終Boss。

當年發售後獲得極高的評價，許多媒體認為它是《星之卡比》系列最優秀的作品之一。IGN給予本作8.5/10，稱讚其創新的機器人裝甲玩法與豐富的關卡設計，認為它在保留傳統卡比風格的同時，帶來新鮮的遊玩體驗。GameSpot則給出8/10，認為機器人裝甲的加入讓戰鬥變得更加有趣，並且讚賞整體的視覺設計與音樂品質。不過，也有部分玩家認為本作的難度偏低，尤其是主線流程對於熟悉《卡比》系列的玩家來說較為簡單。此外，由於機器人裝甲過於強力，部分關卡的挑戰性有所降低，導致遊戲在後期可能顯得有些輕鬆。

儘管如此，該作仍然被認為是優秀的動作平台遊戲，成功將《卡比》系列的經典元素與創新機制結合，提供充滿樂趣的冒險旅程。特別是其流暢的操作、精美的畫面，以及機器人裝甲帶來的新鮮玩法，使其成為Nintendo 3DS平台上不可錯過的作品之一。

Kirby: Planet Robobot is a 2016 action-platformer developed by HAL Laboratory and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo 3DS. As a mainline entry in the Kirby series, the game retains the core mechanics of the franchise while introducing a major new element: the Robobot Armor, adding depth to both combat and puzzle-solving.

Story

The game takes place in Kirby’s home, Planet Popstar, a peaceful world that suddenly falls under attack by an alien corporation known as Haltmann Works Company. The company's president, Max Haltmann, leads a massive mechanical invasion, seeking to fully mechanize and control the planet. Naturally, Kirby stands up to protect his home, setting off on an adventure to save Planet Popstar.

During his journey, Kirby encounters Haltmann’s top executive, Susie, a cold and calculating secretary-scientist who oversees the mechanization project. As the story progresses, it is revealed that Haltmann is actually under the influence of Star Dream, a sentient super AI. Originally designed as the ultimate weapon of Haltmann Works Company, Star Dream eventually betrays its creator. Its true objective is to eliminate all "imperfect" life forms and impose a mechanical rule over the universe.

In the climactic final battle, Kirby pilots a modified version of the Robobot Armor to face Star Dream in an intense showdown. After an epic struggle, he successfully defeats the AI, bringing peace back to Planet Popstar.

Gameplay and Mechanics

The game maintains the series’ signature side-scrolling platforming gameplay, allowing Kirby to inhale enemies and copy their abilities. With over 25 copy abilities available, Planet Robobot expands on past games by introducing new ones like Poison, ESP, and Doctor, each offering unique combat and puzzle-solving options.

The highlight of the game is the Robobot Armor, a powerful exosuit that Kirby can pilot to battle enemies and explore the world. This armor significantly enhances both offense and defense while also being able to absorb enemy abilities, transforming into upgraded Armor Modes. For example, the Flame Mode grants powerful fire jets, while the Cutter Mode allows Kirby to wield massive blades. These transformations make combat more dynamic and visually spectacular.

The level design makes full use of the 3DS’s stereoscopic 3D effects, with certain sections allowing Kirby to shift between foreground and background, creating a more immersive exploration experience. Hidden collectibles, such as Code Cubes, are scattered throughout the levels, unlocking extra content and challenges when fully collected.

Stages and Boss Battles

The main game consists of six major areas, each with a distinct theme, such as a mechanized city, an abandoned factory, and a space station. Each world concludes with a boss battle, which offers a higher level of challenge compared to past Kirby games. Players must strategically use different copy abilities to overcome these powerful foes.

Beyond the main campaign, the game offers additional challenge modes:

Team Kirby Clash – A cooperative RPG-style mode where up to four players (or AI teammates) choose different roles (such as Sword Hero or Mage) to battle powerful bosses. Players can also upgrade their equipment.

Kirby 3D Rumble – A minigame set in a 3D environment where players compete for high scores by chaining attacks together.

Meta Knightmare Returns – A speedrun mode where players control Meta Knight, racing against the clock to complete the main game’s levels while facing an exclusive final boss.

Reception and Criticism

Upon release, Kirby: Planet Robobot received widespread critical acclaim, with many reviewers considering it one of the best entries in the Kirby series. IGN rated it 8.5/10, praising the Robobot Armor as a fresh and exciting gameplay addition while highlighting the game’s creative level design. GameSpot gave it 8/10, noting that the inclusion of the armor made combat more engaging while also commending the game’s visual style and soundtrack.

However, some players felt that the game's difficulty was relatively low, particularly for veteran Kirby fans. The Robobot Armor was also criticized for being too powerful, making certain levels less challenging and reducing the need for strategic ability use.

Despite these minor criticisms, Kirby: Planet Robobot remains an outstanding platformer, successfully blending classic Kirby mechanics with innovative features. Its fluid controls, polished visuals, and fresh gameplay mechanics make it one of the must-play titles on the Nintendo 3DS.