How good is Donkey Kong?

Donkey Kong has a Lunoo score of 5.0/10. This score is based on AI-powered analysis of category fit, feature coverage, pricing signals, public reception, and recency.

Where does Donkey Kong rank on Lunoo?

Donkey Kong is ranked #1 in Lunoo's Best Platformer rankings with a score of 0.0/10.

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description Donkey Kong Overview

Donkey Kong, released in 1981, is an arcade platform game where the player controls Mario to navigate a New York City construction site. The objective involves rescuing Pauline from the control of the giant gorilla, Donkey Kong. This title marks both the beginning of the Donkey Kong series and Mario’s debut in video games.

info Donkey Kong Specifications

Country	Japan
Year	1981

help Donkey Kong FAQ

What is Donkey Kong?

Donkey Kong, released in 1981, is an arcade platform game where the player controls Mario to navigate a New York City construction site. The objective involves rescuing Pauline from the control of the giant gorilla, Donkey Kong. This title marks both the beginning of the Donkey Kong series and Mario’s debut in video games.

What are the best alternatives to Donkey Kong?

See our alternatives page for Donkey Kong for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Balloon Fight, Mega Man, Alex Kidd in Miracle World.

How does Donkey Kong compare to Balloon Fight?

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Is Donkey Kong worth it in 2026?

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