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Donkey Kong

Donkey Kong first burst onto the scene in 1981 as the antagonist in Nintendo's groundbreaking arcade game, where he kidnapped Mario’s girlfriend, Pauline, setting the stage for one of gaming’s most enduring rivalries. The success of Donkey Kong led to the introduction of his iconic sidekick, Donkey Kong Jr., in 1982, in a sequel where players took control of Donkey Kong’s son to rescue him from Mario’s clutches. However, it was Donkey Kong Country in 1994 that truly solidified DK's legacy, introducing stunning pre-rendered graphics, innovative platforming, and a host of beloved characters like Diddy Kong and Cranky Kong.

The franchise continued to evolve, with Donkey Kong 64 in 1999 bringing the series into 3D, and the Donkey Kong Country Returns series revitalizing the brand in the 2010s with modern gameplay while preserving the charm of the original. Donkey Kong also found success in spin-offs, including Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., and Donkey Konga, expanding his presence beyond platforming. Throughout his history, Donkey Kong has remained a symbol of challenge, creativity, and fun, cementing his place as one of gaming’s most recognizable and enduring characters.

Main Donkey Kong Series Games
Mario vs. Donkey Kong Series
Donkey Konga Series
Donkey Kong Jungle Beat Series
Donkey Kong Racing Series
Donkey Kong Sports & Miscellaneous Games