Donkey Kong: Gameplay, Platforms and Key Facts
Donkey Kong (1981): what the game is about, platforms, developer and rating, in one evergreen guide.
Donkey Kong (1981) is a platform, arcade video game developed by Nintendo, available on Arcade. It holds an aggregated critic and player score of 72/100 on IGDB.
What is Donkey Kong about?
Donkey Kong is not only Nintendo's first real smash hit for the company, but marks the introduction for two of their most popular mascots: Mario (originally "Jumpman") and Donkey Kong. The game is a platform-action game that has Mario scale four different industrial themed levels (construction zone, cement factory, an elevator-themed level, and removing rivets from girders) in an attempt to save the damsel in distress, Pauline, from the big ape before the timer runs out. Donkey Kong is also notable for being one of the first complete narratives in video game form, told through simplistic cut scenes that advance the story.
Key details
Donkey Kong was released in 1981 and supports single player. Platforms: Arcade. Developer: Nintendo.
Should you play Donkey Kong?
A solid 72/100 aggregate score makes Donkey Kong a safe pick for fans of platform, arcade.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of game is Donkey Kong?
Donkey Kong is a platform, arcade game by Nintendo, released in 1981.
What platforms is Donkey Kong on?
Donkey Kong is available on Arcade.
Is Donkey Kong good?
Donkey Kong has an aggregate score of 72/100 from critics and players on IGDB.
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