Action · 1994
Donkey Kong
Donkey Kong is a Game Boy game which starts out with the premise of being a straight remake of the original Donkey Kong arcade game. Although at first it appears to be just a port, the familiar levels from the arcade game are just a prelude to the real platform jumping adventure. There are 97 levels spread out over 9…
Key facts
- Released
- 14 June 1994
- Genre
- Action · Platformer · Puzzle
- Length
- ≈ 3 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- Nintendo
- Studio
- Pax Softonica, Nintendo Entertainment Analysis & Development
- Publisher
- Playtronic
Where to buy
Why play it
- A 1994 classic that aged well
- "Action" vibe
- ≈ 3h to see the end
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Donkey Kong?
Expect about 3 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Donkey Kong with friends?
No, Donkey Kong is a single-player experience.
What platforms is Donkey Kong on?
Donkey Kong is available on Nintendo.
What games are like Donkey Kong?
In the same spirit: NES Remix, Tetris and Velocity 2X.



