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Hoshi no Kirby 3
星之卡比：Hoshi no 3
Hoshi no Kirby 3 is a platformer developed by HAL Laboratory in 1998 for SNES. Players control Kirby as he progresses through stages, using his signature copy ability to inhale enemies and gain their powers for temporary advantage. The game features traditional side-scrolling level design with multiple stages to complete. Controls involve standard platforming actions including jumping, moving left and right, and executing Kirby's signature move set. The gameplay combines exploration of each level's terrain with combat against various enemies and bosses.
- Developer
- HAL Laboratory
- Released
- 1998
- Platform
- SNES
- Genre
- Platformer
- Players
- 1P
- Rating
- 4.4 / 5 (3.7K)
- Last updated
Hoshi no Kirby 3 Controls — SNES Keyboard Keys
Default keyboard bindings for Hoshi no Kirby 3 on our in-browser SNES emulator. Plug in a USB or Bluetooth gamepad to auto-detect mappings, or rebind any key from the emulator settings menu.
| Keyboard | Console button | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| ↑ | D-Pad Up | Move up |
| ↓ | D-Pad Down | Move down |
| ← | D-Pad Left | Move left |
| → | D-Pad Right | Move right |
| X | A | Primary action (jump / confirm) |
| Z | B | Secondary action (attack / cancel) |
| S | X | Tertiary action |
| A | Y | Quaternary action |
| Q | L | Left shoulder |
| W | R | Right shoulder |
| Enter | Start | Start / Pause |
| Shift | Select | Select / Mode |
Rebind any key from the EmulatorJS in-game settings menu (gear icon → Controls). A connected gamepad auto-maps to the same buttons.
Hoshi no Kirby 3 Longplay & Gameplay Videos
Watch a full playthrough of Hoshi no Kirby 3 on SNES before you dive in — recommended for getting a feel for the game's pacing, story beats, and difficulty curve.
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"Hoshi no Kirby 3" SNES longplay 1998
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hoshi no Kirby 3 released?
Hoshi no Kirby 3 was released in 1998 for the SNES.
Who developed Hoshi no Kirby 3?
Hoshi no Kirby 3 was developed by HAL Laboratory, available to play in your browser on RetroGameSpace.
How many players does Hoshi no Kirby 3 support?
Hoshi no Kirby 3 is a single-player Platformer game for the SNES.
What type of game is Hoshi no Kirby 3?
Hoshi no Kirby 3 is a Platformer game for the SNES, playable instantly in your browser — no downloads, no installs.
How can I play Hoshi no Kirby 3 for free?
Open this page and click "Play Now" — Hoshi no Kirby 3 runs free in your browser via WebAssembly emulation. No account, no payment, no installer.
Do I need to download anything to play Hoshi no Kirby 3 in the browser?
No. Hoshi no Kirby 3 streams from a public archive into a browser-side SNES emulator. Nothing is installed on your computer.
Can I save my progress in Hoshi no Kirby 3?
Yes. Save states are stored in your browser (IndexedDB) per game, and you can also use any in-game save the original SNES cartridge supported.
Does Hoshi no Kirby 3 work on mobile devices?
Yes — the SNES emulator runs on iOS Safari and Android Chrome. Touch controls overlay the game; landscape mode is recommended.
Is it legal to play Hoshi no Kirby 3 this way?
RetroGameSpace is a transient caching reverse-proxy and does not host first-party copies of Hoshi no Kirby 3. Game files are fetched on demand from publicly-accessible archives. You are responsible for compliance with your local laws and the bring-your-own-ROM principle.
