- November 21, 2010
- Retro Studios
Donkey Kong Country Returns
Improved controls and more forgiving difficulty make for a better version of a great Donkey Kong Country game.
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Donkey Kong Country Returns is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by Retro Studios and was released on November 21, 2010. It received positive reviews from both critics and players.
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-scro…
- Donkey Kong is a fun and nostalgic game that brings families together, promoting teamwork and patience between players.
- The game is easy to learn, making it accessible for younger players while still providing a rewarding experience for all ages.
- It works great and is in excellent condition, with fast delivery and minimal issues reported.
- Some players were disappointed that the game did not come in the original case and lacked a manual.
- There are reports of the game not working properly for some users, leading to frustration.
- The gameplay can become repetitive, and some levels may feel unfairly challenging.
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The music in the game is praised for its great soundtrack and effective use of fan service, enhancing the overall experience with standout levels and a vibrant, active world. Players appreciate the blend of 2D design and 3D effects, alongside improved controls that make the music easy to engage with while still offering depth for mastery.
“The great soundtrack enhances the overall experience, making it easy to learn but hard to master.”
“There's fantastic fan service through the music and level design, creating an active world full of things to see and do.”
“The 2D design is at its finest, with several standout levels that are complemented by the engaging music.”
Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D Review
A portable rehash of 2010's DK reboot, Country Returns 3D offers minimal updates to the original, but the gameplay experience still comes close to Donkey Kong's previous majesty.
70%The Wild Side
Improved controls and more forgiving difficulty make for a better version of a great Donkey Kong Country game.
90%Wii Review - 'Donkey Kong Country Returns'
93%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Donkey Kong Country Returns is a action game.
Donkey Kong Country Returns is available on Wii U and Wii.
Donkey Kong Country Returns was released on November 21, 2010.
Donkey Kong Country Returns was developed by Retro Studios.
Donkey Kong Country Returns has received positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its gameplay.
Donkey Kong Country Returns is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.
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