Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle - Donkey Kong Adventure

 Switch
  • Publisher: Ubisoft
  • Release Date: Jun 26, 2018
Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 31 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 31
  3. Negative: 0 out of 31
  1. Gameblog.fr
    Jul 2, 2018
    70
    Donkey Kong Adventure is a worthy addition to the Kingdom Battle experience. The DLC's universe is a fun and colorful as the original game's while the new characters and battles add some freshness to the mix. We hope it's not the last we hear from Rabbid Peach and Rabbid Cranky.
  2. Game Informer
    Jul 2, 2018
    70
    The inability to bring any of the new characters and weapons back into the main game relegates Donkey Kong Adventure to being a fun but forgettable detour. I still enjoyed my return trip to Mario + Rabbids’ wacky world, but hopefully the next visit is more meaningful.
  3. Digitally Downloaded
    Jul 2, 2018
    70
    Donkey Kong Adventure feels like a lick of fresh paint on the same experiences that were provided during Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle. Whilst the inclusion of Donkey Kong changes the way that you strategise; Donkey Kong Adventure is rather predictable and I did get fatigued with it by the second world.
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  1. Eurogamer
    Jun 28, 2018
    If Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle was the brainchild of a man who couldn't hold back the tears when his game was announced at E3 2017, then Donkey Kong Adventure is the product of a man who knows and relishes in how well liked his child really is. [Recommended]
  2. Polygon
    Jun 27, 2018
    Ultimately, Donkey Kong Adventure hit me with the same, conflicted feelings I had for Kingdom Battle. It’s extremely charming from the start, but the more you play, the more familiar the various enemies and locations — and the more predictable the adventure — become. I thought I wanted more Kingdom Battle, but what I really want is something that captures the magic of experiencing its opening hours for the first time.
  3. TheSixthAxis
    Jun 28, 2018
    If you enjoyed Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle, then picking up Donkey Kong Adventure is a no-brainer. In some ways it’s even better, with Donkey Kong and Rabbid Cranky two great new characters that work so well together and even more flexibility in battle. If the main game’s main meal was a lovely mushroom risotto, then Donkey Kong Adventure is a large serving of banoffee pie for dessert.

Awards & Rankings

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#62 Best Switch Game of 2018
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#67 Most Shared Switch Game of 2018

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User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 94 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 78 out of 94
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 94
  3. Negative: 8 out of 94
  1. Digibutter64
    Jun 26, 2018
    10
    I'm extremely satisfied with this purchase. You don't get much (if any) better DLC than this.

    This additional story featuring Donkey Kong    I'm extremely satisfied with this purchase. You don't get much (if any) better DLC than this.

    This additional story featuring Donkey Kong is heaps of fun, and it can actually feel like a full sequel (for example, the hub world and collectibles are unique). Gameplay is similar to the main game, but there are differences, mostly due to Donkey Kong's unique abilities. I'm glad they brought Rabbid Peach along too; she's as funny here as she is in the main game.

    The price is very reasonable, and I honestly cannot think of much to criticise this on (I guess if you didn't like the main game, you probably won't like this either, but if you did like the main game, you'll probably love it). THIS is how you do DLC. A must-buy for Mario + Rabbids fans.    … Full Review »
  2. vanillabarsad
    Jun 27, 2018
    10
    This is a super cool expansion to the game!
    I especially like the new abilities, that offer even more combo possibilities than before.    This is a super cool expansion to the game!
    I especially like the new abilities, that offer even more combo possibilities than before.
    Donkey Kong is a monster: can grab anything and launch it anywhere. Best combo so far: grab an enemy, launch him on a cover block that explodes, then have it bounce out of the battleground = massive damage. ez ;)
    I think I'm somewhat midway on the story (played 5hrs) and I'm having solid fun.
    Insta-buy if you hear me!    … Full Review »
  3. Ventu
    Mar 20, 2022
    8
    Mario & Rabbids: Battle Kingdom - Donkey Kong Adventure es un muy buen dlc. Muchísimo contenido adicional, así como nuevas mecánicas yMario & Rabbids: Battle Kingdom - Donkey Kong Adventure es un muy buen dlc. Muchísimo contenido adicional, así como nuevas mecánicas y personajes. Mantiene los niveles de calidad del juego base, y aporta algo nuevo en todos los aspectos. Quizás lo que menos me ha convencido es no poder usar algún personaje más, pero entiendo que es la única forma de enfocar el dlc a las nuevas mecánicas implementadas. Muy recomendable.… Full Review »
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