《毛線卡比》（英文：Kirby’s Epic Yarn，日文：毛糸のカービィ）是由Good-Feel開發，HAL研究所協力製作，並由任天堂於2010年在Wii平台發行的橫向捲軸動作遊戲。是《星之卡比》系列的一大突破之作，不僅在美術風格上採用前所未見的「毛線手工藝」視覺設計，也在玩法機制與角色能力上進行大幅變革，使本作成為該系列中極具特色與辨識度的一部作品。

劇情圍繞著卡比誤闖進名為「布之世界」（Patch Land）的奇幻布料世界展開。在這個世界中，一位名為「幽靈毛線魔法師」的反派——陰影巫師Yin-Yarn，用魔法將布之世界撕裂成七個碎片。卡比在意外中被吸進這個世界後，變成完全由毛線構成的形態，失去他招牌的吸入能力。但也因此獲得新的變形能力，像是可以變成車子、降落傘、甚至潛水艇等。卡比與新朋友「王子毛毛」（Prince Fluff）攜手合作，展開一段找回世界碎片、打倒邪惡巫師、恢復和平的冒險旅程。雖然劇情依然保有兒童向與童話色彩，但配合可愛的旁白與動畫式敘述手法，呈現出如童書般溫暖的敘事風格，適合各年齡層玩家享受。

在操作上，《毛線卡比》做出了與傳統《卡比》遊戲完全不同的嘗試。不再依賴吸入與複製敵人能力的核心玩法，而是以「變形」與「拉線」為主要操作方式。可以用毛線鞭子攻擊敵人、抓取物體、拉開拉鍊、解開按鈕等，操作上強調互動與探索。變形能力則根據場景自動轉換，例如在水中變成潛水艇、在斜坡上變成滑板車，某些關卡中還會變成火箭或坦克，加入小型射擊與競速玩法，使遊戲節奏更豐富。這些動作都透過Wii遙控器橫拿操作，僅需按鈕與方向鍵即可完成，操作簡單直覺，易於上手。

關卡設計同樣充滿創意與童趣。每個世界都有明確的主題，例如甜點世界、玩具世界、水中樂園、火山熔岩等，並在視覺上以各種毛線、針織、布料、紡線與鈕釦打造出獨一無二的場景。背景會像布偶劇一樣被拉開、縫合或掀起，環境中的障礙與機關也都與縫紉主題相呼應，像是拉鍊打開可找到密道，釦子旋轉能開啟新道路，棉線會形成跳板或橋梁等等。這些細節使每一關都彷彿是一個活生生的布偶舞台。

沒有「生命值」或「死亡」的設定，即使受到攻擊也只會掉落所收集的寶石，主打無壓力、放鬆式的遊玩體驗。這使得《毛線卡比》成為非常適合親子共玩的遊戲。支援雙人合作模式，第二位玩家可操作王子毛毛與卡比並肩作戰，兩人可以互相配合投擲、協力通關或探索隱藏寶藏，增強互動性與趣味性。

市場評價方面，自發售以來獲得廣泛好評。媒體與玩家普遍讚賞其獨特的視覺風格與手工藝美術設計，認為它成功跳脫系列過去的美術語言，營造出前所未見的溫馨氛圍。關卡多變、操作簡單且趣味性高，即便取消傳統的戰鬥技能，也能透過變形與機關互動帶來豐富遊戲體驗。音樂方面也表現優異，大量使用鋼琴與輕柔旋律，營造出如童話般的夢幻氛圍。

然而，也有部分玩家認為本作難度偏低，缺乏挑戰性，尤其對系列老玩家或追求高技巧操作的玩家來說，可能會覺得遊戲過於簡單。儘管如此，這種溫和節奏與零壓力設計正是《毛線卡比》最核心的魅力之一，讓各年齡層都能享受探索與收集的樂趣，無需擔心失敗與挫折。

總結來說，這是視覺獨特、節奏溫和、創意滿點的橫向動作遊戲，跳脫傳統平台遊戲的競技性與難度導向，改以療癒、創造與探索為主軸，打造出一場適合所有玩家的布料冒險童話。不僅是Wii平台上最具藝術風格與溫馨氛圍的作品之一，也為《星之卡比》系列開拓出新的創意方向與受眾族群。

Kirby’s Epic Yarn (Japanese: 毛糸のカービィ) is a side-scrolling action game developed by Good-Feel, in collaboration with HAL Laboratory, and published by Nintendo for the Wii in 2010. This title marks a major breakthrough for the Kirby series — not only by adopting an unprecedented "yarn and fabric" visual style, but also by fundamentally reworking gameplay mechanics and character abilities, making it one of the most distinctive and recognizable entries in the entire franchise.

The story follows Kirby as he accidentally stumbles into a magical fabric world called Patch Land. In this world, an evil sorcerer named Yin-Yarn, the Ghostly Knitting Magician, tears Patch Land apart into seven scattered pieces using his dark magic. After being sucked into this world, Kirby is transformed into a body made entirely of yarn, losing his signature ability to inhale enemies. However, this change grants him new shape-shifting powers, allowing him to transform into a car, parachute, submarine, and more. Together with his new friend Prince Fluff, Kirby embarks on a quest to recover the pieces of Patch Land, defeat the evil sorcerer, and restore peace to the land. While the story retains a child-friendly, fairy-tale atmosphere, it’s presented through charming narration and animated storytelling sequences that give it a warm, picture book–like quality, making it enjoyable for players of all ages.

In terms of controls, Kirby’s Epic Yarn offers a gameplay experience completely different from traditional Kirby titles. Instead of relying on inhaling and copying enemy abilities, the game focuses on shape-shifting and yarn-whip mechanics. Kirby can use a yarn whip to attack enemies, grab objects, unzip zippers, and undo buttons, placing emphasis on environmental interaction and exploration. Shape-shifting happens contextually based on the scene — for example, transforming into a submarine underwater, a sled on a slope, or even a rocket or tank in specific stages, incorporating elements of shooting and racing to keep the gameplay varied. These actions are performed by holding the Wii Remote sideways, using simple buttons and directional inputs, making the controls intuitive and easy to grasp.

The level design is equally creative and whimsical. Each world features a distinct theme, such as a dessert land, a toy land, an underwater park, and a volcano region, all visually built from yarn, knitting, fabric, threads, and buttons. Backgrounds behave like puppet theater sets — being pulled apart, sewn together, or lifted. Obstacles and puzzles are cleverly integrated with the sewing theme: unzipping zippers to reveal hidden paths, rotating buttons to open doors, or using thread bridges and trampolines. These thoughtful details make every level feel like a living, breathing fabric stage.

Interestingly, there are no "life points" or "game over" conditions. Taking damage only causes Kirby to drop collected beads, creating a stress-free, relaxing gameplay experience. This design makes Kirby’s Epic Yarn especially well-suited for family-friendly play. It also supports a two-player co-op mode, where a second player can control Prince Fluff, working together to throw each other, solve puzzles, or discover hidden treasures, enhancing interactivity and fun.

In terms of market reception, the game received widespread critical acclaim upon release. Critics and players alike praised its unique visual style and handcrafted art direction, celebrating its successful departure from the series’ usual artistic language to create an unprecedentedly warm and inviting atmosphere. Levels were described as varied and inventive, the controls as simple yet entertaining, and even without traditional combat mechanics, the emphasis on shape-shifting and interactive puzzles offered a rich and memorable gameplay experience. The soundtrack also earned high praise, with its extensive use of piano and gentle melodies establishing a dreamlike, fairy-tale ambiance.

However, some players felt the game’s difficulty was too low, lacking challenge — particularly for long-time Kirby fans or players seeking more intense, skill-based gameplay. Nonetheless, this gentle pace and zero-pressure design is also considered one of Kirby’s Epic Yarn’s greatest strengths, offering pure exploration and collection enjoyment without the frustration of failure.

In conclusion, Kirby’s Epic Yarn stands out as a visually unique, soothing, and highly creative side-scrolling platformer. It breaks away from traditional platformer competitiveness and difficulty, instead focusing on healing, creativity, and exploration. The result is a fabric-crafted fairytale adventure that welcomes all players. It remains one of the Wii’s most artistic and heartwarming titles, opening up new creative directions and expanding the audience for the Kirby series.