Super Mario 64 Classic
Commodore 64 · Platformer
Donkey Kong
Certified classic
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Nintendo |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Mario |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 13 |
Developed by Nintendo, Donkey Kong arrived on the Commodore 64 as a platformer.
Among the 156 C64 platformers in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Mario series; on the C64 you can also try Donkey Kong Jr.. The series also appears on other systems with Super Mario 64 (N64) and Super Mario RPG (SNES). Nintendo also made Mario Bros. for the C64.
Donkey Kong supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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 have a friend to play against
- you want to experience one of the C64's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
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 C64 games today
C64 games loaded from cassette or floppy disk, and many reward patience and practice. The THEC64 reissues make original-style play easy on modern TVs, and Rec0m88 supports the C64 if you own your games.
Donkey Kong FAQ
Who made Donkey Kong?
It was developed by Nintendo.
Is Donkey Kong multiplayer?
Yes. Donkey Kong supports up to 2 players.
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.
Read more about Donkey Kong on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.