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November 2010
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The editors liked
Inspired level design
Fun and creative challenges
Cleverly hidden secrets and surprises add replay value
The editors didn't like
Poorly thought out controls cause needless accidents and deaths
Frustrating "vehicle" stages will make you feel the burning fury of a thousand suns
Abstract: With more than a decade having gone by since the last proper Donkey Kong Country title, Nintendo handed the reins over to Retro Studios, who were then tasked with reviving the series. Donkey Kong Country Returns is the spectacular result of their effor...
Abstract: Ready for a challenge? A real challenge? Donkey Kong Country Returns has finally landed on the Wii and Nintendo isn’t pulling any punches. The exceptionally tough game will give even the most talented gamer unforgiving blisters on their thumbs. Okay th...
Abstract: As the third major 2D platformer published by Nintendo in two years, Donkey Kong Country Returns from Retro Studios is a wonderful rejuvenation of a 16-year-old franchise, capping off a larger span of time between its entries than the original Donkey K...
Understand there are times where you'll want to throw your controller against a wall -- Donkey Kong Country Returns is not a cakewalk. It's a hardcore challenge for the hardcore gamer, and because of its difficulty, it offers an amazing sense of satisf...
Abstract: In 1994, the original Donkey Kong Country single-handedly saved the Super Nintendo from losing to the Genesis. The gorgeous platformer had everyone talking, with its solid gameplay, classic characters, and, most importantly, absolutely revolutionary ...
Abstract: Upon the explosion of colorful graphics and sound of its playful melody, Donkey Kong Country Returns sent me back, way back, to my halcyon youth. As the familiar, tie-wearing ape appeared onscreen and began to brutishly pound his chest, my quarter-life...
Abstract: Published December 28th 2010. Written by Gloria Preston. Donkey Kong is getting on a bit, it’s been nearly thirty years since he first kidnapped Pauline and bombarded Mario with a barrage of barrels. Since then Mario went on to great things, became th...
Donkey Kong Country Returns charms and frustrates in equal measure - and that's exactly what a good arcade game should do. Overflowing with invention, it shows there's still plenty of life in platform games - even 15-year-old ones. Need an exuse? Buy it f...
