Donkey Kong Junior
Donkey Kong Junior is the direct sequel to Donkey Kong. In this game, Mario plays the antagonist, finally having captured Donkey Kong, and has put the ape in a locked cage. As Donkey Kong Jr., players will have to make their way through four different levels (Vines, Springboard, Chains and Mario's Hideout) in an attempt to find keys to free the little monkey's father.
72Wit Score
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DeveloperNintendo R&D1
PublisherNintendo
ReleasedJune 30, 1982
StatusReleased
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SeriesDonkey Kong Jr.
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Worth Playing72/100
About This Game
Donkey Kong Jr. must undertake a daring rescue mission to free his father from Mario's clutches, a direct consequence of the events that unfolded in the original Donkey Kong. Determined to save his imprisoned parent, the young ape faces a frustrating adversary in Mario, who actively thwarts each rescue attempt by pushing Donkey Kong further out of reach just as freedom seems within grasp. The conflict becomes a test of persistence as Jr. must navigate obstacles and overcome Mario's interference to reunite with his captive father.