The game was later re-released for the Wii U's Virtual Console in Europe and Australia in December 2015 (as Power Paintbrush in both regions), in Japan in February 2016, and in North America in October 2016.

[2] These rainbow paths can form ramps or bridges for Kirby to cross, or walls to protect him from enemy projectiles.

In one level, the player must maneuver Kirby quickly enough to avoid getting defeated by an ever-rising body of lava.

Portions of these levels can be played in Rainbow Run mode, where speed and amount of paint used are key factors in the player's success.

In worlds one through six, the first time he completes them, he must face one of each boss: Paint Roller, Kracko, or King Dedede (all of whom must be battled twice).

Upon defeat, she will transform into a large ball of paint with five eyes and a mouth called Drawcia Soul.

Kirby sets off to find and defeat Drawcia to restore Dream Land to its normal state.

[21] The Sydney Morning Herald gave it four stars out of five, saying that "Kirby's use of touch-screen technology provides a fresh and engaging game.

"[16] However, Detroit Free Press gave it three stars out of four, stating that "there is some nice innovation, such as levels that are completely black until Kirby bumps into lanterns that put off light.

"[15] Kirby: Canvas Curse was the third best-selling game in Japan during its week of release at 75,365 units sold.