Kirby's Pinball Land

Developed by HAL Laboratory (1993)

Pinball games don’t always translate well to consoles, but when one’s built for a handheld, like Kirby’s Pinball Land, the results can be surprisingly great. This one’s a blast.

Sure, speedrunners can clear it in under two minutes—but that’s not the point. Pinball is about chasing high scores, and this game makes that chase addictively fun. With only three stages, each split into three levels, it might seem light on content—but don’t be fooled. Each table layer has its own personality and mechanics that keep the gameplay fresh and replayable.

The Game Boy chip-tunes? Genuinely catchy. They’ll stay in your head long after you put the game down.

If you’re on the go and craving a fun, tight pinball experience, Kirby’s Pinball Land is a pocket-sized treasure.

Rating: B+