Donkey Kong Country 3

 Game Boy Advance
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
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  1. Play Magazine
    90
    Since 2D never really evolved far beyond this point, the game of course not only holds up but is a true blessing as it looks absolutely magnificent on the Micro screen. [Nov p.96]
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  2. eToychest
    90
    Diligent players should be able to blast through the entire game in around five hours, but there are plenty of secrets to watch out for.
  3. Game Informer
    85
    Games of this era hold up well even today, and the excellent two-player mode is nice for those of you (all seven!) that still use you GBA link cables. [Nov 2005, p.182]
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  5. N-Insanity
    82
    Through and through, Donkey Kong Country 3 is a port of the SNES original title. While a fun title to play every once in a while, the short, linear levels can get a bit boring at times.
  6. Nintendo Power
    80
    And while the new features might make only die-hard fans go ape, DKC3 is still rock solid. [Dec 2005, p.116]
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  7. Cheat Code Central
    80
    Keep in mind that Donkey Kong Country 3 is a new game for the GBA but it's not really a "new" game. If you're planning on purchasing it for someone as a gift do them a favor and ask them if they've already played this game on the Super Nintendo.
  8. PALGN
    80
    Thanks to a number of rewarding new bonuses, and excellent gameplay mechanics, Donkey Kong Country 3 offers one of the best portable platforming experiences on the GBA.
  9. Yahoo!
    80
    Gamers on the go will undoubtedly enjoy this huge game with seemingly endless variety.
  10. GameSpy
    80
    If Donkey Kong Country 3 was released today as an original title, it would redefine 2D platform gaming.
  11. Modojo
    80
    Its play mechanics are still rather amusing and its additional challenges and world will keep you busy, even if you nailed the game at 100 percent years ago.
  12. GameSpot
    78
    Donkey Kong Country 3 isn't a huge leap over "DKC2," but it's still a first-rate platformer with plenty to see and do.
  13. IGN
    75
    Donkey Kong Country 3 is another really solid platformer that's fun and challenging, but it's not something that's really going to grab you with anything new.

Awards & Rankings

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#12 Best Game Boy Advance Game of 2005
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#14 Most Discussed Game Boy Advance Game of 2005

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User Score
8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 36 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 36
  3. Negative: 3 out of 36
  1. Road_Dogg
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    One of the best games i've played in my life! In my opinion, this game was better than DKC1 and DKC2. I remember the challenge to complete theOne of the best games i've played in my life! In my opinion, this game was better than DKC1 and DKC2. I remember the challenge to complete the entire game, with all secrets. 10/10

    Muito foda!    … Full Review »
  2. hector_bcn98
    Jul 14, 2023
    7
    Ensayo y error, y con solo un punto de guardado en medio del nivel, a veces no es ni divertido.
  3. Jattaman
    Oct 2, 2022
    8
    Terzo capitolo della saga, molto bello ma leggermente meno ispirato dei primi due capitoli.
    Si attesta su ottimi livelli, ma non tocca le    Terzo capitolo della saga, molto bello ma leggermente meno ispirato dei primi due capitoli.
    Si attesta su ottimi livelli, ma non tocca le punte meravigliose dei precedenti due capitoli.
    La recensione si riferisce alla versione Super Nintendo.    … Full Review »
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