Mario Kart, Donkey Kong and Nintendo Switch

Switch 2 Mario Kart trailer reveals a whole new Donkey Kong seemingly inspired by the Mario movie: "DK ain't look right"
In the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal trailer, what appears to be a new Mario Kart game shows off a new design for Donkey Kong that makes him look more like his design from The Super Mario Bros. Movie.
Donkey Kong Looks Old-School In New Mario Kart And Not Everyone's Happy
Donkey Kong has looked pretty much the same since Rare put out Donkey Kong Country in 1994, but it looks like Mario Kart 9 might be a turning point for the character, as he now resembles his Super Mario Bros.
Donkey Kong’s Switch 2 version looks like his Mario movie self
As Nintendo fans pored over the company’s reveal trailer for Nintendo Switch 2 and its new Mario Kart game game, one small detail stood out: Donkey Kong looks different. Fans noticed that in first footage for the new Mario Kart game,
Donkey Kong Country Returns is a little easier on the Switch — but still hard as hell
It’s called Donkey Kong Country Returns HD, and it’s basically what it says right there in the title: the original game but with cleaned-up graphics. Fundamentally, there isn’t a lot of difference. The premise,
Poll: What Do You Think Of Donkey Kong's Redesign In Mario Kart 9?
One notable change that we (and indeed, many of you) caught was the design for Donkey Kong. We knew that Nintendo had sought to recapture the character's more 'retro' look from the days of the NES in The Super Mario Bros. Movie, but it seems as though this decision may well be spreading to the world of gaming, too.
Mario Kart Switch 2 Game Makes Big Change to Donkey Kong
The Nintendo Switch 2 reveal shows Donkey Kong's next Mario Kart appearance and highlights a particular change for the character.
Donkey Kong Country Returns Again on Switch: If Only It Cost Less
Donkey Kong Country Returns is a lovely-looking side-scrolling platformer with 3D graphics, spanning multiple worlds on an island. It can be tough at times, but also there are assists to help you skip forward if your kids are feeling frustrated.
Donkey Kong Country Returns HD is a boilerplate port, and that’s OK
Donkey Kong Country Returns HD is a fairly straightforward port that'll fill enough time on the road to the Switch 2.
Donkey Kong has been redesigned for Mario Kart 9 on Nintendo Switch 2
The newly unveiled Mario Kart 9 game for Nintendo Switch 2 sports the first sign of the Donkey Kong redesign from the movie.
Game On: Donkey Kong returns in HD
The game gorilla goes ape in an HD-edition of a classic adventure, plus a chocolate factory simulator and pirate VR game are playable now. Rick Damigella reports.
Donkey Kong’s adorable new character design is the highlight of the Switch 2 trailer
Since his debut Donkey Kong's character design has remained fairly unchanged, but his 'new' look isn't quite as fresh as you might expect. Seemingly taking inspiration from the animated aesthetics of the 2023 Super Mario Bros.
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One Of The Nintendo Wii's Best Games Just Got A Second Chance On Switch
Donkey Kong Country Returns' was one of the very best games on the Nintendo Wii, and now it's back and better than ever on ...
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Nintendo Comments on Donkey Kong Country Returns HD Controversy
Donkey Kong Country Returns HD's perceived snub of the development team at Retro Studios is addressed in a statement by ...
Nintendo Believes In "Giving Proper Credit" After Backlash Over Donkey Kong Country Returns HD
Nintendo has issued a short statement in response to the backlash following the omission of Retro Studios' staff from the ...
It's official: Nintendo Switch 2 revealed after months of waiting
After months of waiting and numerous social media posts about Donkey Kong, Nintendo has finally unveiled its ...