Donkey Kong Jr. Classic
Atari 2600 · Platformer
Donkey Kong
Certified classic
| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Ikegami Tsushinki |
| Publisher | Coleco Industries, Inc. |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Donkey Kong |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 20 |
Donkey Kong is a platformer released for the Atari 2600, developed by Ikegami Tsushinki and published by Coleco Industries, Inc..
Among the 31 2600 platformers in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
It is part of the Donkey Kong series; on the 2600 you can also try Donkey Kong Jr.. The series also appears on other systems with Donkey Kong 64 (N64) and Donkey Kong Country (SNES).
Donkey Kong is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you want to experience one of the 2600's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Donkey Kong is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Donkey Kong walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Donkey Kong.
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Playing 2600 games today
Most 2600 games are built for short, score-chasing sessions, which makes them perfect for a quick nostalgia hit. Original hardware is cheap and plentiful, the Atari 2600+ reissue plays original cartridges on modern TVs, and official collections such as Atari 50 bundle many first-party classics.
Donkey Kong FAQ
Who made Donkey Kong?
It was developed by Ikegami Tsushinki and published by Coleco Industries, Inc..
Is Donkey Kong multiplayer?
No. Donkey Kong is a single-player game.
How long does Donkey Kong take to play?
As a platformer, Donkey Kong typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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