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Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D




Porting games can be a tricky proposition, since it can compel players to question the viability of re-buying a game they may have already played on another platform.
 
In the case of Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D for the 3DS, which was originally released for the Wii, the game shines in its own right.
 
While it may hold attraction to players of the Wii version who want the game with them on the move, its value, and appeal, is particularly apparent for those who never played the original and are coming to the title for the first time.
 
A Tale of two tails
 
The game’s story is simple enough: the Tiki Tak Tribe attempt to steal all the bananas from Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong’s jungle, and hypnotise the other animals to help them in their ruthless thievery.
 
The two Kong’s, immune to the tribe’s wily ways, are thus tasked with foiling their plans and saving their home. Apparently colonialism and rampant capitalism are scourges for animals too – who would have thought?
 
One thing that Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D can beat its chest about, is beautiful visuals.
 
Level out
 
Despite the fact that its levels are quite long, the game nonetheless still lends itself to pick-up-and-play when one has a moment. Our particular favourite time-wasting moments includes during annoying ads of our favourite shows, when waiting for the Gautrain to arrive, and while we are driving on the highway (not really, just checking that you’re still paying attention).
 
It is also helped by the fact that on the 3DS, the game looks beautiful, and the sound manages to avoid being overly repetitive and annoying. The 3D is also well done, although it must be noted that the game’s enjoyment is not dependant on switching 3D on; we were able to play the game without a hitch without any 3D as well.
 
With 3D or without, the worlds, and their levels are artfully crafted and diverse enough to keep one hooked, and will see you traversing caves, ruins and then, for a complete change, the beach and a factory.
 
A particular favourite of ours were the kart riding segments, and hurtling through a broken mine nostalgically reminded us a little of Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom. From time to time, you can discover, and ride Rambi the Rhino, which adds for another nice change of pace.
 
I’ll tell you a secret
 
Admittedly, the game’s platforming is simpler than that found on a Mario title, but no less entertaining, and this is complemented by a straightforward move set. Donkey Kong can either pound enemies, jump on them, roll into them, or grab the occasional barrel to throw at them, while for his part, Diddy Kong enables a rocket-fueled glide when jumping if need be.
 
The game also boasts Kong pieces to collect and hidden rooms to find, in which you can earn bonuses, such as extra levels and more currency.
 
These lend the game some replayability value for the obsessive compulsive completionists out there, and getting all the Kong pieces in particular can be quite a challenge.
 
To its credit, the side-scrolling platformer throws plenty of variety at you.
 
New to the jungle
 
New to the 3DS version is the option of starting a game in New Mode, which grants players three hearts (lives) rather than two and more items to choose from and buy in the shop. Does this make the game too easy? Well, if you’re a purist, perhaps, but for those who are slightly less skilled, or want a more accessible experience, we found it nonetheless enabled the game to offer a good balance between being challenging without overly frustrating.
 
Additionally, you can also activate the game’s Super Guide at select points, which will call on Super Kong who will then show you how to play through the level. We tended to ignore this though, rather choosing to puzzle out some of the game’s more confounding parts for ourselves.
 
If we were looking to find fault, it would perhaps be with the game’s soundtrack. It’s not terrible or even bad by any means, but nor is it outstanding, as could be claimed by Rayman Origins.   
 
To the point
 
Even so, Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D is still a game we thoroughly enjoyed playing. Whether you opt for the New (Easy) Mode or not, make no mistake though, Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D is certainly not a pushover.  
 
Most importantly for a port though though, there is plenty of content on offer to keep one coming back for more and you do feel like you are getting your money’s worth. Consider this a game well worth adding to your 3DS game library. It has a RRP of R445.
 
Pros
 
Lengthy and plenty of content
Entertaining
Beautifully rendered levels
Great variety
 
Cons
 
Soundtrack ok, but not outstanding

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