Donkey Kong is not only Nintendo's first real smash hit for the company, but marks the introduction for two of their most popular mascots: Mario (originally "Jumpman") and Donkey Kong. The game is a platform-action game that has Mario scale four different industrial themed levels (construction zone, cement factory, an elevator-themed level, and removing rivets from girders) in an attempt to save the damsel in distress, Pauline, from the big ape before the timer runs out. Donkey Kong is also notable for being one of the first complete narratives in video game form, told through simplistic cut scenes that advance the story.
Donkey Kong has kidnapped the beautiful Lady and taken her to a dangerous construction site. Mario must climb to the top of the construction site and rescue Lady from the giant ape.
Release date
09. July 1981
Ratings
IGDB user rating
207 ratings
Combined rating
User + critics, 207 ratings
Alternative names
- DK (Acronym)
- The King (Other)
Releases
- Arcade Jul 09, 1981
- Arcade Jul 31, 1981
- Arcade 1981
Languages
Interface
External links
- GiantBomb 1981
IGDB ID
1086
