Chibi-Robo is one of Nintendo’s most charming classics, and here’s why
Posted on 1 month ago by Ethan in Features, GameCube, Switch 2 | 0 comments
At the time of writing, Chibi-Robo is Nintendo’s latest offering in the GameCube division of Nintendo Switch Online’s emulators. Notably, this is the first time Nintendo has given any significant attention to Chibi-Robo since Zip Lash on 3DS. If you don’t know this already, Zip Lash is commonly attributed to the downfall of the entire series – it was a mediocre 2D platformer on a system with a ton of great 2D platformers, so it didn’t stand out and sold poorly as a result. Skip Ltd., the developers of the Chibi-Robo games, shut their doors soon after.
That’s why it feels important to look at the original Chibi-Robo now more than ever. It’s a very unique and charming little game, and it’s very much unlike most classic Nintendo franchises – it’s probably most similar to Pikmin, if I had to make a comparison. Regardless, today we’re talking all about the original Chibi-Robo, which you can now play via Nintendo Switch Online – but only if you have a Switch 2 and the Expansion Pack membership.
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GameCube game Chibi-Robo lands on Nintendo Switch 2 next week
Posted on 2 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
The next GameCube game on Nintendo Switch 2 has now been confirmed, as Chibi-Robo is coming to Nintendo Classics in just a few days. The title launches on August 21, 2025.
Chibi-Robo, which first launched in 2005 (2006 in the west), will be available to Nintendo Switch Online members. Note that you’ll need to be subscribed to the Expansion Pack tier.
Here’s an overview of the game:
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Chibi-Robo developer Skip possibly closed, based on new findings
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Skip has been making games since the start of the 2000s. The studio has worked on various titles including the Art Style series, but is most known for the Chibi-Robo franchise. Unfortunately, things are’t looking good for the company.
The first piece of evidence concerns Skip’s website, which can no longer be accessed and simply brings up an error. Another troubling sign is that Skip’s name is missing entirely from the street placard where the studio was previously located, and it looks like another company now occupies that space. CEO Hiroshi Suzuki has also removed the official website from his Twitter bio.
There were concerns about Skip’s status last year, but these latest findings are certainly more concrete. Although there’s been no official notice regarding the company’s closure, things aren’t looking good at the moment.
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Zip Lash site says standalone Chibi-Robo amiibo will be offered in North America this holiday
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 8 Comments
If you’re in North America, the only way to purchase the Chibi-Robo amiibo is by picking up the new Zip Lash game bundle. Later this year though, it appears that the figure will be offered separately. This information comes from the official Chibi-Robo!: Zip Lash website, which states that it will be available this holiday.
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Official video for the Chibi-Robo! 3DS theme
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 5 Comments
Nintendo has now uploaded an official video for the Chibi-Robo! 3DS theme. This arrived in Japan today, and it should be out soon in the west. Check out the video below.
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New Chibi-Robo! 3DS theme out now in Japan
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 0 comments
A new 3DS theme based on Chibi-Robo! (and Famista) is available now in Japan. It’s priced at 200 yen, which should translate to $2 when released overseas. Those who purchase Chibi-Robo!: Zip Last on the European eShop will be able to receive the theme for free.
Here’s some footage:
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Chibi-Robo!: Zip Lash dev thinks “it’d be great” if there was another adventure-style entry
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 5 Comments
Although a little bit of doubt has been cast on the future of the Chibi-Robo series, there is at least one developer out there who wants to see the series continue, and in its traditional form. Chibi-Robo!: Zip Lash assistant producer Risa Tabata told USgamer in an interview that she’d like to see another adventure-style entry.
Tabata’s words in full:
“I actually wouldn’t call this ‘smaller’ at all, especially in terms of the game’s scope. I think a lot of people will be more than satisfied with it. Personally, however, I think it’d be great if we could release another adventure-style Chibi-Robo.”
