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Donkey Kong Country Returns
- Nintendo Wii
- Price: $49.99
- Genre: Action/Adventure
Common Sense Media says
Highly enjoyable new spin on a classic, now with co-op.
Parents say
QUALITY
Kids say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that Donkey Kong Country Returns is a fast-paced side-scrolling adventure featuring classic Nintendo characters Donkey Kong and his nephew Diddy. There is some mild violence in the form of shooting with a pop-gun and pounding the ground so hard so as to destroy the baddies. The cartoon graphics, silly storyline, and violent-free gameplay (for the most part) all point to a good family pick. Plus, this game allows for two players to enjoy it together in a cooperative mode.
What's it about?
If you believe a family that plays together, stays together, prepare to
a spend a lot of time with DONKEY KONG COUNTRY
RETURNS, a new spin on the beloved side-scrolling series from Nintendo. Once
again, the burly Donkey Kong has teamed up with his agile nephew, Diddy Kong,
to navigate a treacherous island in order to retrieve Donkey Kong's banana
hoard and put an end to the mind-controlling Tikis who've brainwashed the
natives into stealing the gorilla's favorite snack. OK, so you're not going to
play this game for its deep story, but the fun gameplay should keep you glued
to the television. This includes jumping over chasms, pounding the ground to stun
enemies, tossing barrels, riding in mine carts, and fighting your way through lush
outdoor areas.
Is it any good?
Donkey Kong Country Returns is a blast from the past – but with better graphics, new moves,
expansive environments, and perhaps most importantly, cooperative
("co-op") play for two gamers to team up and tackle the worlds
together. For example, the duo can hover via Diddy's jetpack or Diddy can hop
on Donkey's back and fire his peanut popgun. You'll control the action by
holding the Wii Remote and nunchuk, and shaking them for special moves, or you
can simply hold the Wii Remote sideways as is done in games such as Kirby's Epic Yarn.
Timing is also important as you must navigate threats, such as a large octopus
that slaps its spiky tentacles in your path. There are also secret areas to
uncover, collectible letters that spell K-O-N-G, and well-hidden puzzle pieces
that unlock more fun. Call us bananas, but Nintendo has another hit on its
hands with this new take on a retro classic.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about whether they like games that stick with an old gameplay mechanic and add new worlds and graphics -- or do they prefer new characters, gameplay concepts, and interface designs?
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Kid, 11 years old
February 13, 2011
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love this
best game ever.buy it now unless you want a world where video games are crap
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Donkey Kong Country Returns, was it worth the wait for this sequel?
Back in my younger days I played Donkey Kong Country 1 & 2 constantly. Donkey Kong Country Returns stays faithful to the original, for the most part anyway. First off, this game is incredibly difficult, almost as difficult as the original game even. Controls wise this game is pretty solid, except for one gaping flaw. The rolling attack in this game was incredibly screwed up in my opinion. In the first three Donkey Kong Country games you rolled using the B button, rather than the "inane" motion controlled rolling in this game. But of course if this is your first outing into the magnificent Donkey Kong Country series, I highly doubt you will be disappointed in the slightest.
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dkc 4 not 1 lol
great classic throw back great for all
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Good buy!
A little bit of violence, but nothing to be concerned about, unless monkeys bouncing on evil emus is offensive...
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A sequel worth the wait.
I give this game 5 stars because its one of the best wii games I ever played. Despite some problems with the controls at times its east to understand the controls but ease in controls doesen't make this game easy... which is good because it carries the spirit of the old games but it might turn away casual gamers.
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donkey Kong rules!
This was the best game ever! amazing graphics,great levels, and cool characters I hope they come out with another one! p.s. yay no more crocodiles! p.p.s. diddy Kong is extremely adorable!
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Kid, 11 years old
February 3, 2011
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10 year olds are way too old for this!
I like the old version. My brother takes up the tv and wii playing this forever! That's why I hate it! But he's 5 so I rate it on for 5. My age is WAY too old for this.
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A Truly Fun Game
This is what the wii is made for! This game is simply put, beautiful. The graphics are top notch and the sounds and the gameplay is really enjoyable. I choose to use the wii mote sideways instead of the wii/nunchuk configureation which bothers me. The levels are hard but not as hard as super mario bros wii. The game has, after you die ALOT, blue donkey kong does the level for you. And unlike super mario bros, if you die 5 times and its game over, you don't need to start the world over. A more fun and overall better alteranive to super mario bros. Amazing GAME!
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Must have remake of the best platformer Series EVER
I wish I could give this game a million stars, because it's so great. I, being a long time fan of the DKC series, couldn't wait for this to come out. it was very exciting seeing how far the series has come. It's an excellent single and multiplayer platformer with enough replay value to make it an excellent buy. Must Have.
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Donkey Kong Country Returns With HUGE Success!
Got this game for Christmas and I love it! It is really good and a great adaptation of the original series. The only thing I didn't like was the fact that the Kremlings were not brought back. However, the game is very fun, although it is somewhat difficult at times.
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| Platforms: | Nintendo Wii |
| Available online? | Not available online |
| Genre: | Action/Adventure |
| Developer: | Nintendo |
| Release date: | November 21, 2010 |
| Price: | $49.99 |
| ESRB rating: | E for N/A |
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