Kid Icarus: Uprising

Fast‑paced aerial and ground combat for the Nintendo 3DS

gameThird-Person Shooters shooter hack and slash action

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Our Verdict

Best for

3DS owners who love fast aerial‑ground shooters

Skip if

Skip if you lack a 3DS or dislike flight limits

What is Kid Icarus: Uprising?

Kid Icarus: Uprising brings the classic Pit adventure into a spectacular 3D world on the Nintendo 3DS, blending aerial shooting with intense ground‑based hack‑and‑slash action. Designed by Masahiro Sakurai and Project Sora, the game offers intuitive controls, a deep weapon system, and a myth‑inspired storyline that pits Pit against Medusa’s Underworld Army.

SpecificationsAI-estimated

msrp$29.99

developerSora, Project Sora

publisherNintendo

age ratingPEGI 12, ESRB E10+

multiplayerSingle player, Multiplayer

critic score88/100

release date2012-03-22

Key Features of Kid Icarus: Uprising

Pit can fly for limited periods, allowing players to engage enemies in fast‑paced aerial dogfights.

Ground sections let Pit use blades, claws, or orbitars for close‑quarters hack‑and‑slash combat.

Players can equip and switch between a wide variety of celestial weapons before each mission.

The game supports both single‑player and local/online multiplayer modes for cooperative play.

A deep upgrade system lets players collect items that boost abilities and weapon performance.

Story missions are set in a Greek‑mythology inspired world with cinematic cutscenes.

Dynamic enemy swarms require strategic use of both flight and ground attacks.

Boss fights feature unique patterns and require mastering both combat styles.

Use Cases for Kid Icarus: Uprising

Story Campaign

Play through Pit’s adventure to defeat Medusa and uncover the hidden threat.

Co‑op Multiplayer

Team up with friends locally or online to tackle missions together.

Weapon Mastery

Experiment with different weapon types to find the optimal combat style.

Speedrun Challenge

Compete for the fastest completion times using precise controls and strategies.

Pros & Cons of Kid Icarus: Uprising

Pros

Engaging blend of flight and ground combat
Deep weapon customization system
High replay value with multiplayer
Strong narrative and mythic setting

Cons

Limited to Nintendo 3DS hardware
Flight duration is restricted, requiring careful management
Multiplayer can suffer from connection issues

Frequently Asked Questions

What platforms is Kid Icarus: Uprising available on?

It was released exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS.

Can I play the game offline?

Yes, the single‑player campaign can be played without an internet connection.

Does the game support local multiplayer?

Yes, it offers both local and online cooperative multiplayer modes.

What age rating does the game have?

The game is rated PEGI 12 and ESRB E10+.

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