Gaming just got more exciting for Donkey Kong fans. Nintendo gives players the chance to enjoy the entire Donkey Kong Country series on the Switch.
A Journey Through Gaming History
Looking into the Donkey Kong Country series shows a deep story that goes back to 1994. The original game, released on the Super Nintendo, it was a key moment in gaming history. Its unique design and gameplay were a big hit, leading to two sequels that made the franchise even more popular.
After the release of Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong’s Double Trouble, the series experienced a prolonged hiatus. The franchise resurged 14 years later when Retro Studios developed Donkey Kong Country Returns for the Wii, reinvigorating fan enthusiasm. Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze kept the excitement going and later came to the Nintendo Switch.
Complete Gaming Collection at Your Fingertips
Nintendo has carefully put together a complete collection of Donkey Kong Country games for Switch users. By January 16, 2025, players will have access to an unprecedented gaming experience:
- Original Donkey Kong Country (via Switch Online)
- Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy’s Kong Quest (via Switch Online)
- Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie’s Double Trouble (via Switch Online)
- Donkey Kong Country Returns HD (launching January 16, 2025)
- Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze
The gaming experience goes beyond the main series. Nintendo has also introduced the Donkey Kong Land games through the Switch Online service. Donkey Kong Land and Donkey Kong Land 2 closely mirror the gameplay and narrative style of the primary franchise. While Donkey Kong Land 3 remains absent, industry observers expect its imminent arrival.
Nintendo’s effort to keeping its classic franchises alive and better is impressive to gamers around the world. The Switch platform has already established itself as an exceptional hub for beloved series like Super Mario, The Legend of Zelda, and Metroid. The upcoming Switch 2’s backward compatibility means an even more exciting future for Nintendo fans, with more chances to enjoy classic games.
