Banana Kong

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Banana Kong is a platformer game that offers a thrilling ride through jungle, caves, and treetops with outstanding visuals and a stellar soundtrack. Its game mechanics are enjoyable, and there's plenty of humor throughout. However, the experience is marred by annoying ads and several bugs that affect gameplay negatively. Overall, Banana Kong is an entertaining game with room for improvement.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,979 reviews

humor239 positive mentions

monetization204 negative mentions

monetization
243 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
1%
84%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed feedback from users. While many players appreciate the minimal presence of ads, with some stating there are "barely any ads" or "not too many ads," others express frustration over the frequency and intrusiveness of ads during gameplay. Additionally, the option to remove ads for a small fee is seen as reasonable by some, but there are complaints about ads interfering with the gaming experience, leading to a desire for improvements in this area.
- “It's pretty fun for what it is; while there are microtransactions, they're at least not predatory.”
- “It's a great app with little to no ads; I 100% recommend this game.”
- “Amazing game, it's so fun to play and there are no ads in between; I love it and I rated this 5 stars.”
- “You're not sorry for ruining a great game with advertisements that generate revenue for you, but having your gamers watch an ad before they can even access the menu is classless.”
- “This game has way too many ads; I mean I can't even play the game in peace. Are you kidding me? Seriously, you need to improve this game!”
- “Very good game, but the ads pop up when I play and it makes me lose, and I don't like it.”
humor
239 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its ridiculous and entertaining elements, such as a gorilla running from a tidal wave of banana peels and amusing character animations. Many reviews mention the game's funny cutscenes, quirky costumes, and lighthearted music, making it enjoyable for both kids and adults. Overall, the game is described as addictive and filled with humor, providing a fun experience that often elicits laughter.
- “This game is ridiculously hilarious.”
- “From all the funny references made in the character hats and outfits to the wacky art style and animations to the fact that it's literally a gorilla running from a tidal wave of banana peels, this game is entertaining in more ways than one.”
- “The most hilarious and funny game 10/10”
graphics
232 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
84%
15%
1%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful artwork, vibrant colors, and engaging cartoonish style, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience. Many users appreciate the smooth performance and lack of lag, although some mention occasional minor issues. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout feature, enhancing the game's fun and nostalgic appeal.
- “The graphics are stunning, and the gameplay is so engaging that I find myself losing track of time.”
- “Beautifully crafted, nostalgic platformer game with improved graphics and gameplay.”
- “Great game, great graphics, wonderful time.”
- “This has some trash graphics on mobile.”
- “It is a very fantastic game but it should improve its graphics.”
- “Needs better graphics, better controls, and lower prices in the shop.”
story
86 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
34%
62%
5%
The game's story is generally well-received, with players appreciating the immersive narrative and character development. However, many users express frustration with the repetitive nature of missions, long wait times, and bugs that hinder mission completion, leading to a less engaging experience over time. While the gameplay remains enjoyable, there is a strong desire for more variety in missions and a deeper storyline.
- “The story is well-written and immersive, and the characters are so well-developed that I feel like I know them personally.”
- “Banana Kong is easily the best game I have ever played... the story, the characters, the gameplay 10/10.”
- “It's a great game... I hope the issue with skipping missions gets fixed.”
- “No new levels, stakes, background changes, enemies, story mode.”
- “It's a very good game, the only thing is that after some time of playing the missions become impossible and forces to skip them, otherwise, the game is so fun.”
- “Quite good, but the game is lacking some adventures or plot with gameplay progress.”
music
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52%
44%
5%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players enjoying the catchy and fitting soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience. However, several users report issues with the music cutting out after ads or when reopening the app, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. While some find the music repetitive over time, others appreciate its fun and engaging nature, suggesting that improvements could be made by adding more variety to the tracks.
- “Good music, good power ups, and random levels keep you playing.”
- “The music, the sounds, the look of the game it's just so much fun and it's always why this game has been on every phone I've had.”
- “I definitely recommend this game and the background music tops it off for me!”
- “Good game but idk if it's my phone but the music keeps turning off randomly and I have to restart the app for it to work.”
- “However, the only problem is the music because it sounds like static.”
- “When an ad pops up and then you skip it, the game's music turns off for some reason.”
gameplay
60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
25%
5%
The gameplay is generally praised for its fast-paced, addictive nature and engaging mechanics, complemented by vibrant graphics and easy controls. However, some players find it repetitive over time and express concerns about sudden difficulty spikes and interruptions from ads. Overall, while the gameplay is enjoyable and entertaining, there are calls for more variety and smoother experiences to enhance long-term engagement.
- “The gameplay is fast-paced and addictive.”
- “The graphics are stunning, and the gameplay is so engaging that I find myself losing track of time.”
- “Fun gameplay combined with good mechanics and neat little quirks make this a really fun game.”
- “The gameplay gets repetitive the more you play it. I would fix this by having multiple themes that randomize every time you start a round, plus the difficulty changes too much too quickly; some areas are hard and others are easy.”
- “There are many hiccups during the gameplay now, with very short random freezes happening almost constantly.”
- “The gameplay just gets boring for me far too quickly. How much can you possibly fling your monkey down the same hill over and over? I liked the initial experience but uninstalled after about a day; it needs changes to keep it entertaining.”
stability
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
3%
81%
The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many users reporting frequent glitches and freezes, particularly during ad playback and mission transitions. While some players experience smooth gameplay with minimal issues, others highlight persistent bugs that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game is enjoyable but requires significant improvements in stability to enhance user satisfaction.
- “The game runs smoothly and has no glitches.”
- “Great game, no glitches.”
- “I love this game; it's not buggy at all, with simple controls.”
- “Just one problem - sometimes the game starts off real slow when you first go in and the screen just sort of freezes.”
- “There are many hiccups during the gameplay now, very short random freezes, almost constantly.”
- “Love playing the game but every time I try to watch an ad to either get another life, get bananas, or skip a mission the game freezes.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
38%
Overall, the game is praised for its smooth performance, addictive gameplay, and impressive graphics. However, many users report significant issues with optimization, particularly on devices with larger or non-standard screen ratios, leading to cropped visuals that hinder gameplay.
- “The game runs smoothly and has no glitches.”
- “It is still as fun as it used to be, runs smoothly and there doesn't seem to be any type of bugs.”
- “Really stylized, no ads and overall fun performance and gameplay.”
- “But the problem is that it is not optimized for display of all ratios (especially 20:9), and so the lower part gets cropped, making the game unplayable.”
- “Game is good, but it is not optimized for my OnePlus 6 resolution. This needs to be fixed.”
- “Not optimized for 19:9 ratio screens; the screen gets cut off.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a deep emotional connection to Banana Kong, particularly during poignant moments in the game, such as the falling of Banana Mountain and the impactful lore surrounding the character's family. The blend of wholesome fun and heartfelt storytelling evokes genuine tears, highlighting the game's ability to resonate emotionally with its audience.
- “When Banana Kong's banana mountain fell, I cried with him.”
- “Absolutely incredible! I cried at the lore of Banana Kong (spoiler alert: his left leg cousin dies at the end).”