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Donkey Kong Country Returns

Platform : Nintendo Wii
Rated: Everyone
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  • Dual control schemes including the Wi Remote/Nunchuk, as well as a sideways oriented Wii Remote
  • The game offers the traditional side-scrolling experience everyone loved, but also levels created in fully rendered 3D environments
  • New silhouetted level s add additional challenges as players work to time movements and attacks
  • For the first time ever, the franchise features the ability for two people to play together at the same time - one as Donkey Kong, one as Diddy Kong
  • Hidden items, puzzle pieces and other surprises are found all through the jungle; spell out K-O-N-G by the end of each level to earn an extra bonus

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After 14 years, Donkey Kong Country has returned with an all-new banana-hoarding adventure only on Wii!! Donkey Kong makes his triumphant return by going back to his running and jumping roots in an all-new barrel-blasting, rail-riding and ground-pounding adventure! The Donkey Kong Country series comes to life on Wii in lushly rendered environments that will have you running left to right, hunting high and low and blasting front to back to scour eight worlds in search of hidden coins, puzzle pieces, and Donkey Kong's stolen banana hoard. Diddy Kong joins the adventure with his own moves, special combo abilities and a series-first two-player cooperative mode. When playing alone, Donkey Kong carries Diddy Kong on his back, giving a jet powered boost to his jumps. In co-op play a second-player can also join on any level, controlling Diddy Kong independently or riding on DK's back to power through stages together, allowing players of all ages and skill levels to experience the fun of Donkey Kong Country Returns. The Wii Remote and Nunchuk controllers put the brute force of a great ape in the palms of your hands. Shake the Wii Remote and Nunchuk controller s to slap the ground, stunning enemies, demolishing objects and activating explosive switches. A quick shake while running sends Donkey Kong power rolling through lines of enemies. Add in skillful jumps, grabbing and throwing objects and clinging to vines on walls and ceilings, and you'll be racing through stages like a true king of the jungle.

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Inspired by earlier games in the Donkey Kong Country series, Donkey Kong Country Returns is a new take on a beloved Nintendo franchise. The first Donkey Kong Country game developed for play for Wii, this new iteration blends familiar actions, levels and characters with a whole new graphical treatment and feel, as well as new control schemes and play options. Features include: a co-op play option allowing you to team up as Donkey Kong and Diddy, radically different visuals ranging from nearly 3D treatment to others that appear in silhouette, two different controller schemes and more.



A New Country for Old Friends

Under the influence of a group of evil Tikis, the animals of Donkey Kong Island have raided Donkey Kong's banana hoard and stolen his stash of bananas - and being an ape of large appetites he understandably wants them back. Good thing that you are along for the ride. With Donkey Kong Country Returns, Retro Studios brings Donkey Kong back to a banana and platforming hungry public in a new side-scrolling adventure with familiar characters and new levels that reignite the passion players had for the Super NES original and all things Donkey Kong.



Join Donkey Kong and sidekick Diddy in a whole new side-scrolling adventure.
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Gameplay

Like earlier Donkey Kong Country games, Donkey Kong Country Returns is a side-scrolling platformer, but although the game contains classic references, as well as levels and activities reminiscent of earlier games in the series, it is far from a remake. In fact, Donkey Kong Country Returns stands very much on its own not only in its nearly 3D status, but also in its new visual treatment and control scheme. The game features the familiar team of Donkey Kong and his little buddy Diddy Kong. The goal is make your way across Donkey Kong Island collecting bananas and search for hidden items as you swing on vines, ride mine carts and more as you avoid the variety of enemies and situations set against you. New silhouette graphical treatment of both game heroes and enemies in certain levels also introduces new challenges, as players must perform all actions from within an entirely new perspective. The game also features the players choice of either the Wii Remote/Nunchuk controller configuration, or a sideways oriented Wii Remote. In addition to simple navigation and jumping movements, the Wii Remote also allows for a variety of other actions, including: ground pounds, rolls and even air blowing with simple, yet timed shaking of the remote.

In addition, the game also contains fun and user-friendly co-op functionality. In co-op mode players take on the role of either Donkey Kong or Diddy. Both characters have abilities of their own, but work together. Beyond this the game takes possibilities for cooperation even further, especially with players of different skill levels, as Diddy can if need be simply rest on Donkey Kong's shoulder and let him do all the work at times. In the event of death, either character can also be revived by the other by hitting a Donkey Kong barrel within the game. The game also continues the series' use of additional animal friends such as Rambi the Rhino, who can serve as a battering ram and can be ridden in certain areas of the game.

Key Game Features

  • Retro Studios faithfully restores everything that made the original series great, from barrel cannons to mine carts, and then builds on those elements with stunning graphics and new layers of depth to the world and game play. The game offers the traditional side-scrolling experience everyone loved, but with levels created in fully rendered 3D environments.
  • Diddy Kong joins the quest. With his trusty backpack, he can produce a jet pack or Peanut Pop Guns to give Donkey Kong more abilities.
  • For the first time ever, the franchise features the ability for two people to play together at the same time - one as Donkey Kong, one as Diddy Kong. Players can navigate the levels separately or as one unit. Diddy Kong can ride on Donkey Kong's back and hop off whenever he pleases, allowing novice players to ride on Donkey Kong's back through more challenging areas of the game.*
  • Hidden items, puzzle pieces and other surprises are found all through the jungle. Spell out K-O-N-G by the end of each level to earn an extra bonus.
  • Motion controls give players a real feeling of control. Players move Donkey Kong using the Control Stick on the Nunchuk controller and can shake the Wii Remote controller to make Donkey Kong slap the ground.
  • Vibrant colors, beautiful graphics and fun characters draw players in. Even people who have never played a Donkey Kong game before can pick up a controller and start collecting loads of bananas.
  • Every level offers new fun and new challenges. Sometimes Donkey Kong is running through the jungle, sometimes his action takes place on a tropical beach and other times he must become a master of timing as he jumps chasms in a mine cart.

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4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
2,197 global ratings

Customers say

Customers say the game is well worth the price and has tons of replay value. They appreciate the challenging levels and puzzle pieces in every level. They also say the quality is much better than expected and is one of the best platformers in years. Customers also find the game really fun to play over and over again, making it a great play experience overall. However, some customers have different opinions on ease of use.

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340 customers mention330 positive10 negative

Customers find the game addictive, and say it's fun to play over and over again. They also say the gameplay is incredible and makes the game different. Customers also say it’s worth playing and great for fun alone and with others.

"...In fact, it is one of the most challenging games I have ever attempted to play in my life...." Read more

"...ENTERTAINMENT:This game is loads of fun for fans of the platforming genre, in fact I'll go so far as to say this game would have a place in..." Read more

"...Awesome game. Would highly recommend." Read more

"...Gameplay is classic DKC, right down to collecting the KONG letters and extra life balloons, and succeeding or failing in bonus stages...." Read more

128 customers mention115 positive13 negative

Customers like the quality of the video game. They say it's one of the best platformers in years, and it'll definitely be the best in the franchise. They also say the disc plays perfectly, and is a top-notch choice for a return visit to the golden age of video games.

"...All-in-all, Donkey Kong Country Returns is a brilliant and triumphant return to platform for DK, who has spent too long being cameos in Super Smash..." Read more

"...The disc arrived in great condition and he liked it. Finally beat a really hard boss we'd struggled a lot with when we were younger, too!..." Read more

"...I think this game makes good use of the Wii Remote, with the shaking making Donkey roll, pound the ground, or blow on flowers...." Read more

"...BUT BE WARNED. The creators of this game are sadistic. It starts off fine but the difficulty ramps up quickly. You will want to scream...." Read more

114 customers mention102 positive12 negative

Customers find the graphics in the game nice looking, brilliant, and gorgeous. They also say the art direction is a sight to behold, and the colors are vivid and bright. Customers also say it's one of the best designed 2D platformers out there.

"...The answer is a resounding YES! The graphics are fantastic by any system's standards. The backgrounds are full of depth and amazing originality...." Read more

"...Action sounds are clean, crisp, and very responsive I love when DK slams down his massive fists and my sub kicks out a double low thud......" Read more

"...The art direction is a sight to behold, especially the levels where you just see Donkey Kong as a silhouette, with his red tie being the only other..." Read more

"...Every level is platforming genius. This is easily one of the best designed 2D platformer out there. Every level is clever...." Read more

76 customers mention76 positive0 negative

Customers find the game has a lot of challenges that make it very interesting. They also say the courses are ingenious and clever. They say the action is always changing and challenging. Customers say the game offers exploration, discovery, and adrenaline. They mention that there are tons of secrets hidden in the game.

"...REPLAY VALUE:HIGHLots and lots of hidden puzzle pieces, K-O-N-G letters, time trials, unlockable levels... yea I'd say this game has a..." Read more

"...In addition to this, there are puzzle pieces in every level, and if you collect them all in one stage, it opens some bonus artwork on the main menu..." Read more

"...This game was incredibly challenging, and I actually have yet to beat it...." Read more

"...so many fun elements of the original DK Country game but with a fresh twist. The entire soundtrack is a beautiful rearrangement of the first game...." Read more

51 customers mention48 positive3 negative

Customers find the value of the video game software to be high. They say it's well worth the price, has tons of replay value, and is a good purchase and addition to the Wii.

"...This game has a ton of replay value as well, as you can't see everything this game has to offer without all the KONG letters and puzzle pieces...." Read more

"...The replay value is high, as you go back to each board in order to get all the KONG letters, and again to get all the puzzle pieces, and then again..." Read more

"...a lot of exploration, discovery, and adrenaline plus a whole heap of replay value due to its numerous features and side quests. Give it a try." Read more

"...I bought the Prima Gaming Guide along with it because the price was right. I don't usually use any guide books, but I'm glad I have this one...." Read more

48 customers mention45 positive3 negative

Customers find the level of detail in the video game software great. They say the levels are challenging yet not impossible, and the design becomes infinitely more engaging. They also say the scenes have depth and the game has all kinds of secrets. Customers also mention that the background is interactive.

"...The graphics are fantastic by any system's standards. The backgrounds are full of depth and amazing originality...." Read more

"...The levels are difficult and sometimes even mentally challenging, the bosses are tricky and YOU WILL have a hard time completing this game...." Read more

"...There are just the right amount of levels in each world, as well as a secret level for each one if you get all the KONG letters in every stage...." Read more

"...Here's what I love:-Incredible gameplay. Every level is platforming genius. This is easily one of the best designed 2D platformer out there...." Read more

37 customers mention35 positive2 negative

Customers find the music quality of the video game to be cool, beautiful, and fun. They also say the entire soundtrack is a beautiful rearrangement of the first game. Customers also mention that the music is retro, encouraging, and cute. They say the shadow levels have a jazzy and cool sound to them. Overall, customers say the music sticks in their head.

"...The music is a perfect blend of nostalgic tunes and very cool new tunes that resonate with surprisingly deep atmosphere...." Read more

"...The ambient sounds blend great to the backdrop of the level. Action sounds are clean, crisp, and very responsive I love when DK slams down his..." Read more

"...The entire soundtrack is a beautiful rearrangement of the first game...." Read more

"...9. I like the image, diorama, and music galleries. You can hear the music anytime you want for each level in the game...." Read more

108 customers mention52 positive56 negative

Customers are mixed about the ease of use. Some mention that it has a pretty simple learning curve in the side-scrolling format. They say it's easy to figure out, while still being a challenge. However, others say that the game is deceptively difficult, and the game play takes some getting used to.

"...Oh, it starts out easy enough, but by the fourth world, every level will leave you breathless and your adrenal gland aged at least a couple more..." Read more

"...The levels are difficult and sometimes even mentally challenging, the bosses are tricky and YOU WILL have a hard time completing this game...." Read more

"...I kinda wish they had swimming levels.3. The bosses are still easy but they are always easy in this type of game. I'm used to it.4...." Read more

"...game did get hard in some places, but it seemed like the difficulty wasn't consistent...." Read more

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