Donkey Kong Country (USA) (Rev A)

What is Donkey Kong Country (USA) (Rev A)?

Donkey Kong Country (USA) (Rev A) is a landmark SNES type game that revolutionized platform gaming with its groundbreaking pre-rendered 3D graphics. This was the first 32-megabit cartridge released on the Super Nintendo system, setting a new standard for visual presentation. The game follows the adventures of Donkey Kong and his nimble nephew Diddy Kong as they battle the Kremling Krew and their king, K. Rool, to reclaim their stolen banana hoard. This special "Rev A" version contains some bug fixes and minor improvements from the original release.

Game Features

• Revolutionary Pre-Rendered 3D Graphics that set new standards for 16-bit gaming • Two Playable Characters - Donkey Kong's power and Diddy Kong's speed and agility • Diverse Animal Buddies including Rambi the Rhino, Enguarde the Swordfish, and Expresso the Ostrich • Over 40 Challenging Levels across multiple themed worlds from jungle to factory • Hidden Secrets and Bonus Areas including the infamous DK Coin challenges • Memorable Soundtrack featuring innovative music by legendary composer David Wise • Two-player Cooperative Mode allowing friends to take turns as DK and Diddy • Multiple Endings based on your completion percentage and lives saved

How to Play Donkey Kong Country (USA) (Rev A)?

Playing Donkey Kong Country requires mastering its platforming mechanics and character abilities. Use these controls to navigate through challenging environments and defeat enemies.

1. Movement Controls:

   • Use arrow keys or WASD to move Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong left and right
   • Press Down arrow or S to duck and enter barrels

2. Jump and Action Commands:

   • Press Space to jump (basic jump)
   • Alternatively, use Z key for jumping (SNES B button equivalent)
   • Combine with down arrow while jumping to perform team throws

3. Special Actions:

   • Press X key (SNES Y button) for character-specific abilities
   • Donkey Kong can pound the ground with X when jumping
   • Diddy Kong can cartwheel-attack with X button

4. Barrel Shooting and Riding:

   • Press Z in front of blast barrels to launch yourself
   • Time your button presses with blinking stars for maximum distance
   • Control animal buddies with similar movement and jump commands

5. Cooperative Play:

   • Player 1 controls the current active character (Z/X for actions)
   • Switch between DK and Diddy by finding tag barrels
   • Collect bananas for extra lives and letters to spell KONG for bonus items

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is this "Rev A" version special? The "Rev A" designation indicates this version contains bug fixes and minor improvements over the initial release. Some glitches were corrected, and certain aspects of the game's physics and collision detection were refined for better gameplay experience.

What's the difference between Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong's abilities? Donkey Kong is stronger and can defeat certain enemies with ground pounds, while Diddy Kong is faster and more agile with his cartwheel attack. DK can also pick up and throw Diddy to reach higher areas, making strategic character switching essential for progression.

How do I save my progress in the game? Donkey Kong Country uses a password system rather than battery backup. Complete specific levels to receive save codes that you can write down and enter later to continue from your progress. The game provides these codes after defeating bosses and reaching significant milestones.