Donkey Kong Country
Summary:
A visually groundbreaking SNES platformer starring Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong as they traverse lush and dangerous levels, reclaiming their stolen banana hoard from the Kremlings. Featuring tight controls, inventive level design, and memorable boss fights.
Developers:
Nintendo Switch Online
Publishers:
Nintendo
Franchises:
Donkey Kong
Released:
November 21, 1994
Genres:
Platformer, Action, Adventure
Platforms:
Nintendo Switch Online
Hours to Beat:
6–8 hrs
Number of Players:
1–2
(Local)
Not Supported
(Online)
Collectibles:
K-O-N-G Letters, Animal Tokens
Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy Kong's Quest
Summary:
This swashbuckling SNES platformer teams up Diddy and Dixie Kong to rescue Donkey from the villainous King K. Rool on Crocodile Isle—expect tight platforming, gliding hair, and pirate-themed levels.
Developers:
Nintendo Switch Online
Publishers:
Nintendo
Franchises:
Donkey Kong
Released:
November 21, 1995
Genres:
Platformer, Action, Adventure
Platforms:
Nintendo Switch Online
Hours to Beat:
6–8 hrs
Number of Players:
1–2
(Local)
Not Supported
(Online)
Collectibles:
K-O-N-G Letters, DK Coins, Animal Buddies
Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong's Double Trouble
Summary:
Dixie and Kiddy Kong team up to rescue DK and Diddy across eight lush, challenging worlds, uncovering hidden secrets and solving clever platforming puzzles.
Developers:
Nintendo Switch Online
Publishers:
Nintendo
Franchises:
Donkey Kong
Released:
November 18, 1996
Genres:
Platformer, Action, Adventure
Platforms:
Nintendo Switch Online
Hours to Beat:
8–10 hrs
Number of Players:
1–2
(Local)
Not Supported
(Online)
Collectibles:
K-O-N-G Letters, DK Coins, Banana Birds
Donkey Kong Country Returns
Summary:
A vibrant 2.5D platformer where Donkey and Diddy Kong venture across nine themed worlds to recover their stolen bananas from the Tiki Tak Tribe
Developers:
Switch
Publishers:
Nintendo
Franchises:
Donkey Kong
Released:
November 21, 2010
Genres:
Platformer, Action, Adventure
Platforms:
Switch
Hours to Beat:
8–10 hrs
Number of Players:
1–2
(Local)
Not Supported
(Online)
Collectibles:
K-O-N-G Letters, Puzzle Pieces, Rare Orbs
Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze
Summary:
Donkey Kong and his pals battle through frozen islands layered with deadly hazards and dynamic camera action. Playable characters bring unique abilities, and Funky Mode adds accessibility and fun twists.
Developers:
Switch
Publishers:
Nintendo
Franchises:
Donkey Kong
Released:
February 21, 2014
Genres:
Platformer, Action, Adventure
Platforms:
Switch
Hours to Beat:
10–20 hrs
Number of Players:
1–2
(Local)
Not Supported
(Online)
Collectibles:
K-O-N-G Letters, Puzzle Pieces
Super Mario Odyssey
Summary:
A globe-trotting 3D platform adventure starring Mario and his hat friend Cappy, who “capture” enemies and objects across vibrant kingdoms to rescue Princess Peach from Bowser’s wedding scheme.
Developers:
Switch
Publishers:
Nintendo
Franchises:
Super Mario
Released:
October 27, 2017
Genres:
Platformer, Action, Adventure
Platforms:
Switch
Hours to Beat:
10–20 hrs
Number of Players:
1–2
(Local)
Not Supported
(Online)
Collectibles:
Power Moons, Purple Coins, Costumes, Stamps
Arcade Archives: Donkey Kong
Summary:
The classic 1981 arcade original from Nintendo, faithfully emulated with authentic cabinet presentation—climb girders, dodge barrels, and rescue Pauline in this timeless platformer.
Developers:
Switch
Publishers:
Nintendo, Hamster
Franchises:
Donkey Kong
Released:
June 14, 2018
Genres:
Action, Platformer, Arcade Classic
Platforms:
Switch
Hours to Beat:
1–2 hrs
Number of Players:
1–2
(Local)
Not Supported
(Online)
Collectibles:
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