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| The positive reviews however, praised the game for bringing Donkey Kong back to life from his old glory days of simple fun and intuitive gameplay {{fact}}. This game continues the resurgence of fresh gameplay into the Donkey Kong world, following in the footsteps of ] and ]. Overall, King of Swings different gameplay approach has an effect on every player, some accept this as a breath of fresh air while others see it as an unwanted change in direction {{fact}}. | The positive reviews however, praised the game for bringing Donkey Kong back to life from his old glory days of simple fun and intuitive gameplay {{fact}}. This game continues the resurgence of fresh gameplay into the Donkey Kong world, following in the footsteps of ] and ]. Overall, King of Swings different gameplay approach has an effect on every player, some accept this as a breath of fresh air while others see it as an unwanted change in direction {{fact}}. | ||
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2005 video game| DK: King of Swing | |
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| DK: King of Swing's cover art. | |
| Developer(s) | Paon |
| Publisher(s) | Nintendo |
| Platform(s) | Game Boy Advance |
| Release |  February 4, 2005  May 19, 2005  September 19, 2005 |
| Genre(s) | Puzzle |
| Mode(s) | Single player and Multiplayer |
DK: King of Swing is a video game developed by Paon and published by Nintendo.
Story
As the story goes, we learn that the Kongs are having a Jungle Jam Tournament, to determine who will be the Jungle Hero. King K. Rool steals the medallions, prizes in the competitions, so he can become the Jungle Hero.
In the game players control either Donkey Kong or Diddy Kong, and track down King K. Rool and the stolen medallions. Diddy is only playable after certain conditions are met.
Controls
The controls seem complicated, but become easier after Cranky Kong and Wrinkly Kong's demonstration. The L Button moves DK left, on the land and in the air. The R Button moves DK right in the same fashion. To jump, hit the L and R buttons at the same time. Hold L and R to do a charge jump. The B button will restore one heart on the life meter, at the cost of 10 bananas. The A button activates an ability called "Going Bananas", which causes DK to become invincible, at the cost of 20 bananas.
Gameplay
In the game, players swing around on pegs, in a way similar to Clu Clu Land. Scattered throughout levels, in addition to Peg Boards and Bananas, are Crystal Coconuts, Medallions, Enemies, and Bonus Barrels.
Levels
There are Five worlds in DK: King of Swing. There are 20 regular levels, and 5 Boss Levels.
Jungle World
- Banana Bungalow
- Contraption Cave
- Tropical Treetops
- Puzzling Pyramid
- Congazuma's Castle (Boss)
Wild West World
- Cactus Woods
- Necky's Canyon
- Madcap Mine
- Treacherous Twister (Locks up on emulators, its fine with the real cart)
- Fire Necky's Nest (Boss)
Aqua World
- Risky Reef
- Lockjaw Falls
- Ship of Souls
- Kremling Kamp
- Davy Bones' Locker (Boss)
Ice World
- Raging Ravine
- Cold Cold Forest
- Underwater Ruins
- Ice Castle
- Sassy Squatch's Lair (Boss)
K. Kruizer III
- Booster Barrel Skyway
- K. Kruizer III Artillery
- K. Kruizer III Hull
- K. Kruizer III Engine
- King K. Rool (Final Boss)
Playable characters/Jungle Jam
In Jungle Jam mode, players can play alone, against computers, or with three friends. There are four modes of play. There are eight characters to play as, as follows:
- DK is the king of the jungle. His partner is Diddy Kong.
- Diddy is DK's best friend and sidekick. His partner is DK.
- Dixie is Diddy's girlfriend. Her partner is Funky Kong.
- Funky is a friend of DK, Diddy, and the rest. His partner is Dixie. He is a lifeguard at the beach who sings.
- Wrinkly is DK's mother. Her first time being playable. Her partner is Kritter.
- Kritters are King K. Rool's servants. Kritter's partner is Wrinkly Kong.
Reception
Although reviews for DK: King of Swing are mostly positive, the game has received some criticism. Many feel the cartoon-style graphics are a big step back from the 3D rendered graphics featured in the Donkey Kong Country series . In addition, the game has been criticised for being short and at times repetitive .
The positive reviews however, praised the game for bringing Donkey Kong back to life from his old glory days of simple fun and intuitive gameplay . This game continues the resurgence of fresh gameplay into the Donkey Kong world, following in the footsteps of Mario vs Donkey Kong and Donkey Kong Jungle Beat. Overall, King of Swings different gameplay approach has an effect on every player, some accept this as a breath of fresh air while others see it as an unwanted change in direction .
Sequel
DK: King of Swing DS is the sequel of DK: King of Swing. The game was announced at E3 2006 and is to make use of the DS touch screen and built-in microphone.
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