Nintendo celebrates Kirby's 20th anniversary with Guinness World Records

Over 500 participants joined Nintendo of America last month in Seattle, WA, USA to set the new record of the most people blowing a chewing gum bubble simultaneously.

The event was held during PAX Prime, a gaming convention held at the Washington State Convention Center.

A total of 600 participants attempted the record, though 64 participants were discounted as their bubbles did not withstand the 30-second minimum. The record was broken with 536 participants.

"Kirby is no ordinary character, so it's not a surprise that his fans would go to extraordinary lengths to mark his 20th anniversary," said Scott Moffitt, Nintendo of America's executive vice president of Sales & Marketing. "Nintendo is proud to have such a dedicated and enthusiastic following. Between this new world record and the upcoming launch of Kirby's Dream Collection: Special Edition, it's turning out to be one heck of an anniversary party."

Kirby has starred in over 20 video games, selling more than 33 million units worldwide.