• Studio: Nintendo
  • Design: Shigeru Miyamoto
  • Music: Yukio Kaneoka
  • This Game is: 43 years old / 1982
  • Console: Nintendo Entertainment System
  • Manual: View PDF
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Description

Donkey Kong Jr. is a vintage platform video game, initially released in 1982 by Nintendo. The game features the protagonist, Junior, in a thrilling mission to rescue his father, Donkey Kong, who has been captured by Mario. This was Mario's singular appearance as an antagonist in a video game. Navigate through unique stages, each presenting its own challenges. Conquer enemies, dodge obstacles, and use smart strategies to reach the final level. Once successful, Donkey Kong is freed, and Mario is kicked into the distance. This game is an exemplary sequel to the original Donkey Kong, offering increased difficulty and immersive gameplay that will transport you back to the golden age of arcade games.

Game Controls

The NES version of Donkey Kong Jr. is controlled using the NES controller with a cross-shaped joypad and two action buttons. Use the D-pad to control Donkey Kong Jr.'s movement. Pressing the A button makes Donkey Kong Jr. jump. Press SELECT on the title screen menu to choose between a one or two-player game. START can be used to pause and resume the game.

Q
(Eject)
E
(Swap Disks)
Enter
(Start)
Z
(A)
X
(B)
V
(Select)