Iwata Asks: Donkey Kong Country Returns - Read the Interview With the Game Creators

Okay. I'll never forget April 2008... I already talked about this around the time of E3 when we did a session of "Iwata Asks" for Donkey Kong Country Returns, but there was a bit of an incident when several of the core members at Retro Studios who had worked on the Metroid Prime series quit the company.

I didn't know what to do, but about that time, and totally by chance, Miyamoto-san said he wanted to make a new Donkey Kong Country game4 and asked if there were any good possible developers for it. I suggested Retro Studios, and that's how this project began. Donkey Kong Country: A side-scrolling action game released for the Super NES system in November 1994. In addition to three games that appeared for Super NES, a version was also released for the Game Boy Advance system.

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The Critics are Going Bananas for Donkey Kong Country Returns

2010-12-10

Donkey Kong’s newest banana-hoarding bonanza, Donkey Kong Country Returns, has gamers and critics alike going ape wild. From gorgeous graphics and platforming fun to secrets around every corner, there’s something for everyone. See what they’re saying!

“Score: 9.5 – One of the best platformers I’ve ever played.”

– Game Informer

“It's a platform-lover’s dream and the kind of game you buy a Wii for. Do whatever you’ve got to do to play it.”

– EscapistMagazine.com

“Donkey Kong Country Returns is the best 2-D platform game I’ve played in ages. Its level design meets the gold standard set by the 2-D Mario games.”

– Wired.com

“The one feature that elevates Donkey Kong Country Returns alongside the greatest platformers in video game history is the consistently surprising variety in visuals and challenges. Each world has its own look, and each level has its own specific elements.”

– Chicago Tribune

At this time of year, it's especially important to find a store that truly offers something for everyone.

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Critics of all kinds have been having a blast with Mario vs. Donkey Kong: Mini-Land Mayhem™! From Kotaku to the New York Post, they’ve been going nuts for this hard-to-put-down puzzle game. See what they have to say!

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Donkey Kong Country Returns Official Website Updated With New Videos, Twitter Sweepstakes, & More

Donkey Kong Country Returns Official Website Updated With New Videos, Twitter Sweepstakes, & MoreDonkey Kong Country Returns Official Website Updated With New Videos, Twitter Sweepstakes, & More2010-11-11

This week's additions to the WiiWare and Nintendo DSiWare downloadable game services offer fast cars, talented canines and classic casino kicks.

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Tweet For a Chance to Win a Red Wii Console and a Copy of Donkey Kong Country Returns

With Diddy Kong™ by his side, help them barrel-blast, rail-ride, and ground-pound through over 70 gorgeous levels on Donkey Kong Island. Grab a friend or family member to enjoy two-player cooperative play. With secrets galore and intuitive controls that anyone can get into, it’s going to be bananas!

Pre-order Donkey Kong Country Returns from GameStop and receive an exclusive Banana Pouch for your Wii Remote. While supplies last, click your country below for details.

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Donkey Kong Country Returns Official Website Live With Trailer and Special Pre-Order Offer

With Diddy Kong™ by his side, help them barrel-blast, rail-ride, and ground-pound through over 70 gorgeous levels on Donkey Kong Island. Grab a friend or family member to enjoy two-player cooperative play. With secrets galore and intuitive controls that anyone can get into, it’s going to be bananas!

Pre-order Donkey Kong Country Returns from GameStop and receive an exclusive Banana Pouch for your Wii Remote. While supplies last, click your country below for details.

USA | Canada

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