Donkey Kong Land Classic
Game Boy · Platformer
Donkey Kong Land 2
Certified classic
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Rareware |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Donkey Kong |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Developed by Rareware and published by Nintendo, Donkey Kong Land 2 arrived on the Game Boy in 1996 as a platformer.
It landed about 7 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1996 include Mole Mania, Bomberman GB 3 and Tetris Blast. Among the 164 Game Boy platformers in our database, it ranks #14 by legacy score.
It is part of the Donkey Kong series; on the Game Boy you can also try Donkey Kong, Donkey Kong Land and Donkey Kong Land III. The series also appears on other systems with Donkey Kong 64 (N64) and Donkey Kong Country (SNES). Rareware also made Wizards & Warriors X: The Fortress of Fear, WWF Superstars and Monster Max for the Game Boy.
Donkey Kong Land 2 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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want to experience one of the Game Boy'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 Land 2 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 Land 2 cheats & codes
26 codes on file (Game Genie, GameShark, Xploder, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With 18 Lives | 140-91B-F7E |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | 003-7CF-3BE |
Donkey Kong Land 2 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Donkey Kong Land 2.
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Playing Game Boy games today
Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.
Donkey Kong Land 2 FAQ
When did Donkey Kong Land 2 come out on the Game Boy?
Donkey Kong Land 2 was released for the Game Boy in 1996.
Who made Donkey Kong Land 2?
It was developed by Rareware and published by Nintendo.
Is Donkey Kong Land 2 multiplayer?
No. Donkey Kong Land 2 is a single-player game.
How long does Donkey Kong Land 2 take to play?
As a platformer, Donkey Kong Land 2 typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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