Platformer · 2010
Donkey Kong Country Returns
In short: Donkey Kong Country Returns is a Platformer game by Retro Studios, released in 2010 on Nintendo. It takes about 25 hours to beat. Critics rate it 85/100.
Donkey Kong™ is making a triumphant return, along with his trusted sidekick Diddy Kong™, in a brand new side-scrolling platform game from Retro Studios. Donkey Kong Country Returns, for the Wii system, has all new levels and all new chest-pounding challenges for players of all ages. The game takes inspiration from the…
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Key facts
- Released
- 21 November 2010
- Genre
- Platformer
- Length
- ≈ 25 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- Nintendo
- Studio
- Retro Studios
- Publisher
- Nintendo
- Critics
- Metacritic 85
Why play it
- Metacritic 85 — critics loved it
- "Action" vibe
- ≈ 25h to see the end
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Donkey Kong Country Returns?
Expect about 25 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Donkey Kong Country Returns with friends?
No, Donkey Kong Country Returns is a single-player experience.
What platforms is Donkey Kong Country Returns on?
Donkey Kong Country Returns is available on Nintendo.
Is Donkey Kong Country Returns a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 85.
What games are like Donkey Kong Country Returns?
In the same spirit: Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Super Mario Galaxy.











