Donkey Kong
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(MSX - JP, Other)
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Developed_By:
Nintendo
Published_By:
Ocean
Released On:
01 Jan 1986
Donkey Kong , released in arcades in 1981, was Nintendo's first real smash hit for the company and introduced two of their most popular mascots: Mario (originally "Jumpman") and Donkey Kong. The game is a platform-action game where Mario must scale four different industrial-themed levels to save the damsel in distress, Pauline, from the big ape before the timer runs out.
The story is simple yet engaging, with Mario's goal being clear: rescue Pauline from Donkey Kong's clutches. As he navigates through the levels, Mario must dodge a constant stream of obstacles, including barrels, "living" fireballs, and spring-weights. He can also find power-ups like hammers to destroy these obstacles for a limited time.
The gameplay is challenging and requires precision timing and strategy to overcome the obstacles. With its simplistic yet effective design, Donkey Kong is considered one of the first complete narratives in video game form, told through cutscenes that advance the story.
Donkey Kong was released on the MSX console in 1986 and has since become a classic of the platformer genre. Its influence can still be seen in modern games today, making it a must-play for retro gaming enthusiasts.
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Media Type:
Cassette Tape
Minimum Supported System:
MSX 1
Number of Players Supported:
1-2 Players
Input Devices Supported/Optional:
Keyboard
Controller Types Supported:
Digital Joystick
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