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Awesome!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 14 / 14
Date: September 20, 2007
Author: Amazon User

The only video game systems I have ever owned are a Super Nintendo and a Nintendo DS. As a HUGE fan of the Donkey Kong Country series, I couldn't wait for this game to come out. I got it the day after it was released last week, and I was not disappointed. Of course I have not beat the game yet, but I've conquered the first two worlds and I was absolutely blown away.
At the beginning of the game, Cranky gives you lessons on how to use the controls (as it is tricky at first!). Then he has you play a few mini-games to get used to them. After the training, the controls are pretty easy to get used to. Cranky also appears along the way to teach you more advanced moves.
The levels are pretty innovative--so far I've come across a glass labryinth where you have to find your way out, a level where you have to get both DK and his mirrored counterpart safely through an area, and a "toybox themed" level. Each level also has a DK coin, an oil barrel, and 5 or 6 bananna coins hidden. When you reach the end of the level, it shows you how many "goodies" you've found. If you find all of the oil barrels in a world, you can fly to that world's bonus level, which is slightly more difficult than the other levels in that world. Finding DK coins allows you to access cheats. I haven't figured out yet what the bananna coins are for, but I'm sure there's a purpose further in the game that I haven't come to yet!
Like I said I haven't finished the game yet, but so far it's a lot of fun. It's a MUST BUY if you're a Donkey Kong fan, and I highly recommend it for everyone else!

I'm glad I got it!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 11 / 11
Date: September 21, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I bought this game because I needed a new DS game (finally beat Yoshi's Island DS) and I wanted a game made by Nintendo because those are the best games. I'm glad I got DK Jungle Climber! It's a really fun game and it's packed with bonus challenge mini games to unlock. When you're swinging you use the L and R buttons on the top of the DS. It's different but not hard, you'll get the hang of it no time. At the beginning of the game it will explain the controls and give you a little challenge to complete to make sure that you understand. When you're on the ground you can use the regular control pad to move DK. The music is nice and catchy and the graphics are crisp and sharp, in fact some of the scenery is just beautiful- I love the colors! To be honest I was really hoping for a Funky's Fishing challenge like in DK Country, but no such luck. Oh well, it's still a really fun game and the new way to control the swinging makes it funner.

Banannas of Fun!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 3
Date: November 21, 2007
Author: Amazon User

When it comes to Donkey Kong games, you can expect some crazy stories, wacky gameplay, and also, collecting a lot of bananas!

This game is no different! If you love Donkey Kong Country for the SNES, this game has some flavor from that cult classic. It has levels based on a Donkey Kong game, and sometimes they can be a bit frustrating.

The story in this game is like no other Donkey Kong game. Donkey Kong and his pals enjoy some rest and relaxation, when a giant bananna ship crashes onto the island. And as usual, King K. Rool is there to cause trouble. Plus there's a funny and cute alien Bananna creature you have to help! :)

The gameplay is like that of DK King of Swing for the GBA; and if you played that game, you'll be familular with some of the controls. This game is all about button mashing, and using the shoulder buttons L and R on the DS. You can make DK jump, and climb all over surfaces that have posts that you can cling onto, and crawl over. You'll also be flying through the air with speed burst attacks, and popping into barrels. You goal is to collect coins, DK coins, jems, and lots and lots of banannas before you reach the goal.

The plus side is this game has very fun and addicting minigames! In these mini games, you can jump over logs, catch banannas with DK's hands and in barrels, and see who can climb the fastest. Plus with the DS's wireless connection, you can play with up to 2 other players in a barrel race!

I love this game, because it's loads of fun, for the single player adventure mode, and of course because of the mini games; and the story is packed with the usual DK hummor!

Overal score: A 4 out of 5!

great presents for the little ones

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: January 02, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I got this and several other games for my younger sons for Christmas. My 10 yr. old is high functioning autistic but video games is helping develop his hand-eye coordination. The game is simple yet complex enough to help him develop strategy and thinking skills which also assist with his school work. I would highly recommend this game to other moms with development-challenged children.

DK Rocks

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: January 12, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I purchased for my son, but he complains that I want to use ti too much. The graphics and action are great! Highly recommended

Love it - a must buy!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: January 23, 2008
Author: Amazon User

Got this game for Christmas and am completely addicted. I haven't changed the game out since. Fun adventure game! I played Donkey Kong Country on SuperNintendo and this is similar. A must buy..

Best Game Ever from a 7 year old boy

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: March 02, 2008
Author: Amazon User

My mom helped me choose this game as a gift for my 7th birhtday. At first it was hard to understand as I don't read instructions, and then with trying it all started to make sense. I beat the first game and now I am on the second one. Lots of action and surprises - I really like when the monkey comes on my back and I have to shoot off to a target. You have to get jewels, collect bunches of bananas, and you get to fly or go underwater...I like this game more than Super Mario !

Great game, very fun!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 1
Date: January 13, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I am not going to repeat what everyone else said, but yes it is a fun game! The bananna gets on my nerves because sometimes it is difficult to figure out what he is saying because he adds fana or something goofy like that to the end of lots of words.

Anyways, lots of fun!

DK jungle climber

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: May 25, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I have 50 ds games and 50 GBA games to go w/ my nintendo DS .I have to say that the Donkey Kongs are 100% my favorite.
I am up to planet planteen now and just cannot conquer the boss at the end of it,but I'll keep trying.It's the one when he picks you up and then slams his hands down,really really challanging.Does anyone have a clue to how I can get a lil help conquering this boss???Please!!!
I have to say that outta all my games this one is the greatest DS game I have enjoyed thus far.
One more thing,Is there a big D?K coin in the fiery volcano level, because I have done it at least 50 times with no luck.
I could list all the DS games I have just to show you all that most of them are 4 and a half to 5 star games but this one really is the best to me.
I pray they come out withy a new DK game soon,I aqm 50% complete and would be more if I could get help with that boss after planet planteen,all I can say is this is a must for your DS.
I would have given it 10 starsw because of all the enjoyment I got from the game if ?I could have and I am a 39 year old female

Great game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: August 02, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I love this game, as does my 10 year daughter. We still haven't finished it after 6 months, there are many new areas that we have yet to reach. While it is sometimes very difficult, ultimately, with practice you can beat anything (so far!). Lots of different skills and moves to learn. If you like the Mario games, you will love this.

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