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Donkey Kong Country Returns (WII)

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Developer: Retro Studios
Publisher: Nintendo
Game Details: The latest installment of the Donkey Kong Country series returns.
The latest installment of the Donkey Kong Country series returns.
Developer: Retro Studios
Publisher: Nintendo
Genre(s): Action Adventure General Platformer Platformer 2D 2D
Number of players: No Online Multiplayer
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Rating: E
Official Site: http://donkeykong.nintendo.com
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Critic Reviews
(77)
87
Metascore Generally favorable reviews
73 Positive Ratings 94%
4 Mixed Ratings 5%
0 Negative Ratings 0%
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Nintendojo
Jan 25, 2011
"Everything about Donkey Kong Country Returns is so fluid and smooth. Retro constantly surprises players with new game mechanics, striking set pieces and tons of Donkey Kong charm. This title is quite possibly the definitive side-scrolling platform experience for Wii." ... Read full review
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NintendoWorldReport
Dec 18, 2010
"Donkey Kong Country Returns is hands-down one of the best Nintendo titles this year, and a real delight to fans of the Donkey Kong Country franchise." ... Read full review
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Game Revolution
Dec 12, 2010
"Gameplay is amazingly true to DKC." ... Read full review
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GamingXP
Dec 10, 2010
"Donkey Kong Country Returns is a great Nintendo Wii game and one of the best Wii games of the year. The developers have merged the good old features with new and fresh gameplay elements." ... Read full review
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Computer and Video Games
Dec 10, 2010
"The game's skilful courses and challenging, inventive boss battles are a breath of fresh air amongst Wii's all-to-easy competition - and help DKCR remain a pleasingly faithful instalment in one of gaming's greatest ever series." ... Read full review
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Play.tm
Jan 16, 2011
"Donkey Kong Country Returns definitely has its faults, and we'd wager that the majority of players will never see it all the way through to the end. Yet while the difficulty curve is ridiculous and the multiplayer is quite broken, the game's charm and mystery prevails, giving us some of the same feelings that the original releases did. If you're looking for a serious challenge and don't get frustrated too easily, Donkey Kong Country Returns is worth a look." ... Read full review
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Edge Magazine
Dec 10, 2010
"Retro Studios has done a fine job with the Donkey Kong Country concept, ably translating its appeal for a modern platform, but it doesn't push it much further. [Christmas 2010, p.92]"
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8.6
User Score Generally favorable reviews
471 Positive Ratings 86%
48 Mixed Ratings 8%
24 Negative Ratings 4%
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ninecats
Nov 21, 2010
An example of returning to 2D and doling it RIGHT unlike some other titles! *cough*sonic 4*cough*
even with the Wii remote shaking theAn example of returning to 2D and doling it RIGHT unlike some other titles! *cough*sonic 4*cough*
even with the Wii remote shaking the controls are tight and very responsive. the levels are beautifully designed and Cranky's shops are very funny.

great old-school style platforming!
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Poopman69
Feb 2, 2020
Just gonna say that I played this game when it came out and it was pretty fun, replayed it recently and its even better now
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FNaF
Dec 12, 2018
The Wii version was a blast, but the Nintendo 3DS version, I went bananas for this version & this was the greatest remake game off all time!
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BasilZero
Nov 19, 2011
Donkey Kong Country Returns is the first OFFICIAL Donkey Kong game based on the main franchise since DK64 from early 2000s. The game goes backDonkey Kong Country Returns is the first OFFICIAL Donkey Kong game based on the main franchise since DK64 from early 2000s. The game goes back to its original 2D roots from the SNES era, this time bringing back the original duo Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong. Fans will reminiscence throughout the game as they go through similar stages, hear familiar music, and see many familiar and old enemies from the past game as they travel through this nostaglic game. Many of the theme songs are remix versions of several tracks from several games and players will enjoy listening to the incredible orchestrated music to the lush environment that they are thrown into playing. Storyline wise, its not as top as the old games however the same formula is there, DK lost his banana horde and needs to get back it from the enemies. Although one thing that some fans might not like is the sheer difficulty of the game that will come mid way through the game and the apparent lack of Kremlings.… Expand
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Jattaman
Oct 2, 2022
Finalmente torna la saga di Donkey Kong dopo tanti anni, e lo fa con un bellissimo nuovo capitolo.
Splendido sotto ogni punto di vista.
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dinosauryoshi
Jul 1, 2014
I felt the difficulty was a bit much with it getting genuinely frustrating at times and all the jigsaw collecting felt a little like a choreI felt the difficulty was a bit much with it getting genuinely frustrating at times and all the jigsaw collecting felt a little like a chore but other than that this is a great game that every Wii owner ought to have tried. Great visuals, gameplay very true to the originals and plenty of content as well as a cool soundtrack and co-op mode make it highly recommended.… Expand
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DiamondDuck
Apr 6, 2019
Easily the worst game I played. The game is controller breaking difficult that it isn’t fun, motion controls, and nothing happens. The gameEasily the worst game I played. The game is controller breaking difficult that it isn’t fun, motion controls, and nothing happens. The game goes at a snails pace, that makes the game take forever. I only just recently finished this trash bin, and I regret every second. If you’re looking for a good Wii game, just buy shovelware. People say they all suck, but at least it’s a better time.… Expand
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