Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze

 Wii U
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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 915 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 836 out of 915
  2. Mixed: 28 out of 915
  3. Negative: 51 out of 915
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  1. dilemma
    Feb 23, 2014
    9
    Great game.

    DK is my favorite Nintendo franchise. Grew up playing it on the SNES, so yes I am biased; but down to business. What makes this game great, is the way it excells in all aspects of video game development. Art style Level design Animations Small Detail to level Game play ( hasn't change that much from WII, but polish and does have a flow if you reach that    Great game.

    DK is my favorite Nintendo franchise. Grew up playing it on the SNES, so yes I am biased; but down to business.

    What makes this game great, is the way it excells in all aspects of video game development.

    Art style

    Level design

    Animations

    Small Detail to level

    Game play ( hasn't change that much from WII, but polish and does have a flow if you reach that skill level )

    and Music ( One of the best for any gaming franchise , up their with Sonic / FF )

    My biggest con is the game really feels like a sequel. And perhaps missing some innnervations. It's a plat forming game at heart, so you will be a lot of running, jumping, climbing, and swinging. There's nothing wrong with that, but we did it during the WII. They do add some new aspects but again, Nintendo games always seem to leave room for improvement for the next installment.

    It just ins't revolutionary enough to start selling consoles left and right but this is about all I could find wrong.

    The second last con ( objective ) is difficulty. Hard games are great, and tough to come by. But for once I was really enjoy taking my time with each level, slowly playing through and enjoying each level as they come and go.

    World 4 is ALL under water, bit disappointed, which boss took me over 15 tries until I got tired and use the power up from the store; defeated him my next try. ( again this will not effect the score, just my anecdote ) World 5 starting getting more frustrated and it goes on from there.

    ----

    On a side note. I really enjoyed the cave / autumn levels in World 2. They were quite beautiful and were able to pull an emotion out of me, which is what gaming is all about.    … Expand
  2. kayymoneyy
    Feb 21, 2014
    9
    Perfect? No. Beautiful, challenging, and ambitious? Absolutely. I own DK Returns on the Wii and 3DS, never got too much into it... But this one goes above and beyond, console-purchasing worthy gameplay with in-depth levels, a beautiful colorful world, and difficult enough even for the most avid gamers looking for a new challenge. I can't give it a 10 simply because, well, I think you canPerfect? No. Beautiful, challenging, and ambitious? Absolutely. I own DK Returns on the Wii and 3DS, never got too much into it... But this one goes above and beyond, console-purchasing worthy gameplay with in-depth levels, a beautiful colorful world, and difficult enough even for the most avid gamers looking for a new challenge. I can't give it a 10 simply because, well, I think you can fairly compare this to the Mario franchise... While comparable, Mario just has an "it" factor that can't be touched. A tremendous game nonetheless and a must-have title for all current or potential Wii U owners. People really need to stop sleeping on this console as it currently has some excellent titles, DK Tropical Freeze being a noteworthy one.… Expand
  3. Nitro123
    Jan 3, 2015
    9
    A great game with many new features. The background is very detailed and lush. Donkey Kong Tropical Freeze is also very innovative with how the background takes some part in the actual game. It is a perfect game for the Wii U.
  4. Dhulfiqar
    Feb 22, 2014
    9
    Retro have done good job for making this game to be fun and challenging. The levels are good long and not too long or short. The gameplay, music, graphics are amazing. The level design is not perfect but very good. But somehow this game does not give the same spirit than the old DKC games. I hope next time they really bring back the Kremlings that really belongs to this series.
  5. DragonRedDawn
    Mar 14, 2014
    9
    If you've been holding out for a a solid Nintendo title that will bring back the classic feel of console gaming, now is the time for you to buy your Wii U. If you already own a Wii U, it's pretty much your BIRTHDAY! Donkey Kong Tropical Freeze brings back so many elements of DK Country with absolutely gorgeous graphics and catchy tunes from the original composer.

    Play it, beat it, buy    If you've been holding out for a a solid Nintendo title that will bring back the classic feel of console gaming, now is the time for you to buy your Wii U. If you already own a Wii U, it's pretty much your BIRTHDAY! Donkey Kong Tropical Freeze brings back so many elements of DK Country with absolutely gorgeous graphics and catchy tunes from the original composer.

    Play it, beat it, buy it, and saddle up on your rhino cause there are plenty of secret levels with loads of bananas just waiting to be found. Rayman was great, Donkey Kong is awesome!    … Expand
  6. Kassell
    Mar 20, 2014
    9
    The Game is great for classic gamers and newer gamers, its a retro platform game with new type features. The reviews have been to harsh I strongly believe if a game is labeled "Wii U" then they will go in expecting to be bad. The game has a nice feel and flow, graphics are nice no frame rate issues for me. The only thing that needed to be added in my opinion is being able to play as otherThe Game is great for classic gamers and newer gamers, its a retro platform game with new type features. The reviews have been to harsh I strongly believe if a game is labeled "Wii U" then they will go in expecting to be bad. The game has a nice feel and flow, graphics are nice no frame rate issues for me. The only thing that needed to be added in my opinion is being able to play as other kongs in single player. Anyone who is looking for a fun game to play and owns a Wii U should pick it up for sure. There is no reason for this game to score anything less than an 80.… Expand
  7. FabioMartin
    Mar 22, 2014
    9
    I just dont give a 10 for the game, as a incentive for improvements because of some lack of support of game features that this game still dont have. But it's not a fail of DK franchise, but from Nintendo itself.

    The graphics? Awesome. The soundtrack? Amazing! The gameplay? Perfect! All that you should be waiting about this game is simple perfect. Nothing to discuss. The innovation    I just dont give a 10 for the game, as a incentive for improvements because of some lack of support of game features that this game still dont have. But it's not a fail of DK franchise, but from Nintendo itself.

    The graphics? Awesome. The soundtrack? Amazing! The gameplay? Perfect! All that you should be waiting about this game is simple perfect. Nothing to discuss.

    The innovation that comes with the game is a kind of new engine/concept of 2d platform like game. You're not more enclosed inside a simple scrolling. Now the camera works from so many different ways as you go playing that it's like watching a movie.

    Talking about movies... the game have a huge amount of content. In fact, each course that you plays, yes I'm not exagerating, is like an entire new game. The only thing that persists is the gameplay itself, all the rest is new. Just like that. You'll see new kinds of objects, new backgrounds, new animations, etc. It's incredible how the development team could work all of this and still with a good quality.

    And now the cons:

    -Lack of online features.

    I think that all the game industry already knows it... but Nintendo. Online interactions is not the future... it's the present! And Nintendo yet live in the past when it comes to this. I think that almost everybody would love the idea of playing a Mario or DK game with a online friend or even with a random player from the world.

    And it's not just about the main game itself. DK have some kind of collectible toys. A really interesting and great idea.... so subutilized... A simple online interaction to trade it would be amazing!

    -Loading Screens

    Some people already comment that the loading screens have a small delay... in fact, lots of games dont use loading screens anymore. The concept of have the processor with the objective of carrying small amounts of data per time, while you're still playing works better in lots of situations. Anyway it's not a big concern at all... After the loading screen, the game simple runs perfect, without any graphics problems.    … Expand
  8. Luigifan10
    Mar 27, 2014
    9
    This game is very enjoyable! The levels all feel new and fresh, and they are also very long too! The HD in this game is spectacular, it has some of the best graphics on any system EVER! If you have a Wii U and are ready for a challenge, this game is for you!
  9. DarkRPGamer007
    Apr 20, 2014
    9
    Wow this is really underrated. Poor sales and low ratings should not deceive you. This game is at least a 9.3! Can't give it that but can't say it's perfect either, so had to go with a 9. This has wonderful music, great graphics, awesome gameplay. Only complaint is how easy it is. Compared to other DKC games this is a Tropical Breeze. See what I did there lol.
  10. Awesome1440
    May 26, 2014
    9
    Some of my favorite childhood memories were from playing the old donkey kong country games at my babysitters house. It was amazing and when I saw the trailer for this, I was pretty hyped.

    I never played returns so I will not be mentioning it at all in this review. Anyways the game is simply fantastic. Let me start the review by talking about the soundtrack and... HALLELUJAH IT'S    Some of my favorite childhood memories were from playing the old donkey kong country games at my babysitters house. It was amazing and when I saw the trailer for this, I was pretty hyped.

    I never played returns so I will not be mentioning it at all in this review. Anyways the game is simply fantastic. Let me start the review by talking about the soundtrack and... HALLELUJAH IT'S AMAZING. I love the atmospheric songs david wise conducts and each song fits perfectly with mostly all the levels. This has to be one of the finest soundtracks for a video game ever made.

    Controlling Donkey Kong and the gang felt really great. The controls are pretty simple while feeling unique from other platformers. From every roll to jump, it was your fault if you goofed up in a level. The smooth controls allowed the very hard sections to be fair and fun.

    The graphics are pretty good but I think they could be a tad better in some levels. The Wii U should be capable of running the game at a higher quality but this is not an issue at all and just a nitpick. No points reduced here.

    Now I will end the main review off by talking about the level design and the overall gameplay. I could tell that the developers put a lot of time into making the levels creative and unique from each other. I only hated one level out of every single level in the game! The only time I hated some other levels was due to them being hard at first which is not a bad thing at all. Beating a difficult level without getting hit felt great and rewarding. Then I grew to love them.

    Sure this game is not worthy of picking up the console alone but with the combination of super mario 3d world and mario kart 8 and super smash bros coming up in the future, it's certainly worth your time and money. Check this game out. You may just fall in love with it.

    9/10    … Expand
  11. joaopontesvaz
    Nov 2, 2016
    9
    Graphics: 9.5 Sound: 9.0 Gameplay: 9.0 Fun/Story: 9.0

    Retro studios at its best: great level design, nice gameplay and technical execution and finally: very fun. This game plays really well and is very addicted.
  12. Jaylen
    Jun 1, 2014
    9
    Really fabulous game, very challenging. Amazing graphics, soundtrack is gorgeous! Game play is literally outstanding, I can't get enough of this game... not sure why so many people are hating on it - perhaps it's too hard for them :P haha.
  13. Dallaswithad
    Apr 13, 2015
    9
    I was hesitant to buy this game because Donkey Kong himself freaks me out. However, once I got passed my cowardice, this is one of my favorite 2-D platformers. So much attention to detail in the ultimately simple aesthetic and the gameplay feels really tight. Donkey Kong moves like a boulder, and it really works with the great level design. The game also has the right amount of difficultyI was hesitant to buy this game because Donkey Kong himself freaks me out. However, once I got passed my cowardice, this is one of my favorite 2-D platformers. So much attention to detail in the ultimately simple aesthetic and the gameplay feels really tight. Donkey Kong moves like a boulder, and it really works with the great level design. The game also has the right amount of difficulty for someone like me. I absolutely love the boss battles and some of the main levels are so frantic and fast it feels epic to beat them on the first try. I especially like how forgiving the game can be if you fail too many times, as the game practically throws extra lives at you. If you were hesitant like me, just go on a limb and try it out. I'm really confident that you won't regret it.… Expand
  14. dinosauryoshi
    Mar 1, 2015
    9
    Tropical Freeze does what it's Wii predecessor did, only better. It looks gorgeous, and the soundtrack is one of my very favourites on the Wii U, if not ever. The gameplay is very tight and the characters are enjoyable to control, the lack of waggle controls is very welcome too and my only complaint in this department is the grabbing controls are a bit fiddly, particularly towards the endTropical Freeze does what it's Wii predecessor did, only better. It looks gorgeous, and the soundtrack is one of my very favourites on the Wii U, if not ever. The gameplay is very tight and the characters are enjoyable to control, the lack of waggle controls is very welcome too and my only complaint in this department is the grabbing controls are a bit fiddly, particularly towards the end of the game when things get more difficult and intense.

    There's more than enough content here, just playing through the game took me over 10 hours and that was without collecting all the jigsaws and KONG letters, something which I probably won't be doing due to the sheer difficulty of the game as it is. If you were to collect all that stuff you're bound to be getting upwards of 20 hours of play from this thing.

    The levels are very varied and well designed, and I'm a fan of how they're quite long too. Concepts and ideas are rarely repeated too much and things are broken up nicely with mine-kart, swimming, and rhino levels which are all great fun.

    In terms of negatives I'd say the partner characters could have been a little different, and I found Dixie was your best bet most of the time meaning I generally just went with her. I'd also say that the bosses can be a little frustrating with them often being 10 or more minutes long and having no checkpoints. This did however give immense satisfaction when you did finally beat them! The game is perhaps a little too difficult in general (it's the hardest game I've played for a long time) although I enjoyed that it was challenging enough just to get to the end of the levels and you didn't have to collect everything to make the game challenging.

    Overall this is a superb 2D platformer, and certainly one of the must-play titles for anyone with a Wii U, just prepare yourself for plenty of deaths, this one is NOT easy.    … Expand
  15. Zeldafan19
    Aug 16, 2014
    9
    Tropical Freeze is the true sequel to the original DKC games. The levels are very creative, the graphics are very crisp, and the bosses are perhaps the greatest bosses in any 2-d platformer EVER. The game also has some different levels, such as minecart, boat, barrel blasting, and swimming levels. Even though it's a 2-d game, some of the scenery is 3-d. You can even interact with theTropical Freeze is the true sequel to the original DKC games. The levels are very creative, the graphics are very crisp, and the bosses are perhaps the greatest bosses in any 2-d platformer EVER. The game also has some different levels, such as minecart, boat, barrel blasting, and swimming levels. Even though it's a 2-d game, some of the scenery is 3-d. You can even interact with the background in some levels. My only complaint about this game is that it's VERY VERY HARD. But it's more than worth it for this great game.… Expand
  16. T-Razor
    Sep 16, 2014
    9
    If you felt New Super Mario Bros. U was too easy, this game is a must own. Everything from the level design, bosses and soundtrack are expertly crafted. Especially the soundtrack! David Wise (who also composed the music for the DKC games on SNES) has crafted an amazing soundtrack for the game. He still hasn't lost his touch.
  17. Sephiroth_X
    May 21, 2015
    9
    You cannot ask for a greater platformer, this along rayman legends and new super mario bros wii u will keep you busy for a while until the next masterpieces comes.

    Be warned this game IS NOT FOR KIDS, at least the little ones, been playing for 3 decades and this game was certainly a challenge, no talk about getting all the secrets! Great music, sometimes chilled, sometimes rocking,    You cannot ask for a greater platformer, this along rayman legends and new super mario bros wii u will keep you busy for a while until the next masterpieces comes.

    Be warned this game IS NOT FOR KIDS, at least the little ones, been playing for 3 decades and this game was certainly a challenge, no talk about getting all the secrets!

    Great music, sometimes chilled, sometimes rocking, amazing visuals, the whole game is a trip and the dynamic changes in the camera are just perfect to keep the 2d platforming from being boring.

    Level design is good never repetitive, and the bosses are the best part of the game, again loved how hard this game is, wasnt expecting such a challenge from a game with infant themes.

    100% recommended.    … Expand
  18. dkxcalibur
    Nov 5, 2014
    9
    Yet another great game from Retro! This game improves upon the Wii game in every aspect. Graphics, characters, sound, music, level design, and controls are spot on. This game is a challenge though. If you are easily frustrated from failing then this game may not be for you. If you are up to a challenge though, you will be rewarded with an excellent experience. The think the bestYet another great game from Retro! This game improves upon the Wii game in every aspect. Graphics, characters, sound, music, level design, and controls are spot on. This game is a challenge though. If you are easily frustrated from failing then this game may not be for you. If you are up to a challenge though, you will be rewarded with an excellent experience. The think the best thing about the game is the level design. There're challenging but never cheap. when you finish a level with all the collectibles you feel a great sense of accomplishment. One level that stands out is a Savannah like level where you're actually trapped in a tornado. You jump from one piece of debris to another piece of debris while being tossed through the storm. It's a very unique level and is only once example of the brilliantly design levels.… Expand
  19. DBPirate1129
    Jan 11, 2015
    9
    Though I did like DKC Returns, I wasn't as big a fan of it as other people were. That's probably why Tropical Freeze, its sequel, completely blew me out of the water!

    Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze has fantastic level design, perhaps the best I've ever seen in 2D platformer! Most of the levels are specifically suited for a single Kong partner (Diddy, Dixie, or Cranky) and it makes    Though I did like DKC Returns, I wasn't as big a fan of it as other people were. That's probably why Tropical Freeze, its sequel, completely blew me out of the water!

    Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze has fantastic level design, perhaps the best I've ever seen in 2D platformer! Most of the levels are specifically suited for a single Kong partner (Diddy, Dixie, or Cranky) and it makes all of them unique. Add to the levels the equally fantastic soundtrack and it's pure platforming bliss. I'm pretty sure it doesn't get much better than this.

    The addition of Dixie Kong and Cranky Kong as playable characters make the game much better. If Diddy was the only other one featured besides Donkey Kong, then it might have got a bit dull after a while. Dixie's easily the most best of the bunch. Funky Kong also appears in the game as the helpful item vendor. One of his shops can be found in all of the worlds and trust me, you'll be needing his items.

    That's where the difficulty comes into play. Tropical Freeze can be incredibly difficult but it's never completely unfair. Deaths are always the fault of the player, not the game. Everytime you pass something challenging, there's no prize but for some reason, you always feel like you accomplished something! Bosses are perhaps one of the best parts of the game. Sure, they're hard, but they're all cleverly designed, just like the levels themselves!

    Overall, Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze definitely deserves a spot in your Wii U gaming library. It has fantastic level design, great bosses, an amazing soundtrack, and much more!    … Expand
  20. imoses
    Jan 26, 2015
    9
    Absolutely my favorite platformer of all time!

    Pros:
    + Levels are just beautifully made
    + challenging
    + high replayable value
    + the Music!
    + collectables

    Cons:
    - local multiplayer gets messy
  21. Beastprogamer
    Nov 28, 2015
    9
    Amazing Platformer, just as great as Donkey Kong Country Returns (Wii and 3DS). The graphics and visuals are amazing and great. DK, Dixie Kong, Diddy Kong, and for the first time as a playable character, Cranky Kong are all awesome playable characters with Unique Special Abilities. The level designs are awesome. The Bosses are okay, some are fun. The controls are good. Donkey Kong CountryAmazing Platformer, just as great as Donkey Kong Country Returns (Wii and 3DS). The graphics and visuals are amazing and great. DK, Dixie Kong, Diddy Kong, and for the first time as a playable character, Cranky Kong are all awesome playable characters with Unique Special Abilities. The level designs are awesome. The Bosses are okay, some are fun. The controls are good. Donkey Kong Country Tropical Freeze is an amazing 2-D Platformer and you should totally buy it!… Expand
  22. Valahart
    May 20, 2015
    9
    Typical game in which you shouldn't listen to Critics Reviews.

    Its only downfall when compared to Returns is that it only has 6 worlds instead of 8. But it is just as long. Other than that, it's a better game in every possible way. It has more Kongs to be explored, better enemy's design, more variety in the islands style, more precise (since it doesn't use stupid motion controls).    Typical game in which you shouldn't listen to Critics Reviews.

    Its only downfall when compared to Returns is that it only has 6 worlds instead of 8. But it is just as long.

    Other than that, it's a better game in every possible way. It has more Kongs to be explored, better enemy's design, more variety in the islands style, more precise (since it doesn't use stupid motion controls). Really, it's a masterpiece.    … Expand
  23. forevernes
    May 20, 2018
    9
    retro estudios sabe como trabajar y lo a demostrado en estos ultimos años, donkey kong tropical freeze es el mejor plataformas 2d de wiiu gran dificultad y excelente musica del gran david wise, niveles muy inspirados, jugabilidad excelente, donkey kong tropical freeze es la perfeccion de plataformas, hacerse con el 100% del juego es un desafio el mayor de wiiu, los niveles me hicieronretro estudios sabe como trabajar y lo a demostrado en estos ultimos años, donkey kong tropical freeze es el mejor plataformas 2d de wiiu gran dificultad y excelente musica del gran david wise, niveles muy inspirados, jugabilidad excelente, donkey kong tropical freeze es la perfeccion de plataformas, hacerse con el 100% del juego es un desafio el mayor de wiiu, los niveles me hicieron mas de una ves querer lanzar el gamepad lejos, lo que si me parecio un poco corto y alguno que otros niveles un poco parecidos a return, el hd le pinta genial al mono de nintendo, eso si ya es hora de ver al simio en una aventura 3d esperemos que asi sea, vamos retro estudios, sigue dandonos grandes alegrias juego impresindible para todos los que posean una wiiu Nota 9.5… Expand
  24. pg_x
    Aug 9, 2016
    9
    I rarely have the time to play a game as long as I want, but Tropical Freeze is simply this good that I played it beyond 100% which does not happen often, because many games don't motivate me like this and there is enough other stuff I could play in my little free time.
  25. Dartek
    Apr 4, 2016
    9
    Old school gaming? Yes DK have that feeling that I remember when I first play DK Country on my SNES, challenging, with great graphics and lovely puzzles, DK is not for beginners, and if you are you might have some patience to finish this game, tons of secrets to discover and the real challenge is to accomplish game with 100% of goals and now is on Nintendo Classics so is cheaper!
  26. tre802001
    Aug 30, 2015
    9
    This game my wife and I have really enjoyed. The levels are great and the game is challenging. Gameplay is wonderful. It is what I expect from a 2d platformer.
  27. PhantomMac
    Sep 3, 2015
    9
    This game is heaps of fun. Going on the train ride is brilliant and exciting as you try to complete the level. You can focus too much on trying to collect all the bananas and puzzle pieces or just try to finish the level. It is a highly polished game, however, the final boss battle is extremely tough. Perhaps too hard.
  28. ericwithcheese
    Nov 11, 2015
    9
    Near platforming perfection, Tropical Freeze is both a fun throwback to the original DKC series on the Super Nintendo and a jump forward with its silky smooth HD graphics and excellent music design. Fantastic co-op mode make this the Wii U's most well-rounded and fun platformer to date.
  29. AnthonyXY79
    Dec 14, 2015
    9
    Solid gameplay is here with some challenging but always fair levels. Lots of unlockable content is also a plus. I'm sure fans of the series would have loved to have seen the Kremlings and K. Rool instead of the new ice nomads, but all things considered, the game is a worthy successor of the DK series.
  30. Fobmcrafi6
    Mar 7, 2018
    9
    9.3 out of 10 as the environments and aesthetic are gorgeous and awe-inspiring. The same (necessary precision) game mechanics from Donkey Kong Returns, but now Dixie and Cranky Kong are in it. While Dixie feels fresh and different than Diddy, I would almost never use Cranky as he never seemed necessary and hard to use. The story isn't that exciting, but is still a fun experience just like9.3 out of 10 as the environments and aesthetic are gorgeous and awe-inspiring. The same (necessary precision) game mechanics from Donkey Kong Returns, but now Dixie and Cranky Kong are in it. While Dixie feels fresh and different than Diddy, I would almost never use Cranky as he never seemed necessary and hard to use. The story isn't that exciting, but is still a fun experience just like most Donkey Kong Country games.… Expand
  31. EpicLadySponge
    Mar 8, 2016
    9
    Tropical Freeze is a perfect everyday example of taking something great from before and making it better with another installment. In this case, this Donkey Kong Country franchise just keeps getting better.
  32. Kaihaku
    Jan 25, 2016
    9
    I did not want another side scrolling platformer for the Wii U but it was hard to hold onto that complaint when Retro delivered one of the best entries in the genre of all time. I've been gaming since the 80s and there's very little that can compare to the polish, challenge, and fun of Tropical Freeze. It's one of the greats with incredible level design that makes each stage feel like aI did not want another side scrolling platformer for the Wii U but it was hard to hold onto that complaint when Retro delivered one of the best entries in the genre of all time. I've been gaming since the 80s and there's very little that can compare to the polish, challenge, and fun of Tropical Freeze. It's one of the greats with incredible level design that makes each stage feel like a character in and of itself, extreme difficulty that rarely feels cheap, an amazing soundtrack that develops with the level, and an experience that's equally fun in co-op or single player. There are only a few downsides that hold this back - I found a couple of the bosses to be unbalanced (especially the blow fish) and the loading times make it feel like the system is struggling with the weight of this title.… Expand
  33. aguarner11
    May 16, 2016
    9
    This is one of the best games I have ever played. Awesome levels and really fun bosses. The graphics are pretty cool and overall this game is a must-have for everyone who owes a WiiU.
  34. RobertTheGreat
    Mar 14, 2017
    9
    Still Did Not Get The Game, But I Will Get It Someday, Maybe My Birthday, Christmas, Whatever. Just To Be Clear This Game Is Good! Really Really Good!
  35. yiric4
    Aug 18, 2016
    9
    why they make diddy kong useless why they make diddy kong useless why they make diddy kong useless why they make diddy kong useless why they make diddy kong useless
  36. Stlouzilla
    Oct 1, 2016
    9
    Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze is Nintendo platforming at its best. The levels and characters are colorful and beautiful, the controls are tight and intuitive, and the gameplay is consistently engaging. Donkey Kong is a good deal more difficult than the Mario titles, which may be a welcome challenge for Nintendo loyalists.
  37. Panzidane
    Mar 5, 2017
    9
    Já jogou um jogo que achou maravilhoso e simplesmente se apaixonou por tudo nele? Esse jogo é um dos que causam essa sensação em mim. DKCTropical Freeze mais uma vez acertou a dose de nostalgia com novos elementos criando uma obra de arte.
  38. iMustang
    Mar 26, 2019
    9
    If you're into intense platforming, look no further. This game gave us so many moments of rage quitting, which only lead to so many rewarding feelings as we progressed! Highly recommended to anyone who owns a Wii U.
  39. giannis2001
    Jul 16, 2021
    9
    One of the best 2D Platformers. In every aspect this game is great in the genre. Amazing stages, great music. smooth gameplay and an astounding world with astonishing visuals and environment with life. One of the best games on Wii U and in it's genre.
  40. MatthewAce70
    Oct 24, 2020
    9
    Tropical Freeze is a fantastic sequel to a fantastic predecessor. Retro Studios have outdone themselves with this entry by making it look bigger, more varied, so gorgeous, and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Calling this game good would be an understatement, because not only is this game beautiful to look at, it also plays super amazingly! Starring Donkey, Diddy, Dixie, and Cranky,Tropical Freeze is a fantastic sequel to a fantastic predecessor. Retro Studios have outdone themselves with this entry by making it look bigger, more varied, so gorgeous, and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Calling this game good would be an understatement, because not only is this game beautiful to look at, it also plays super amazingly! Starring Donkey, Diddy, Dixie, and Cranky, you’ll explore all kinds of islands on your way back to DK Island.
    For those who enjoy mascot platformers and just great fun in general, then this game should belong in your library.    … Expand
  41. CB186
    Jan 5, 2020
    9
    This may just be the best 2D platformer of all time. Definitely (in my opinion) on the Wii U. Fantastic backgrounds, visuals and creative and beautiful level design. A great difficulty and incredible boss fights that are even better than those in Donkey Kong Country Returns. The difficulty may not be for all people, especially not for young or new gamers. Completing the game and evenThis may just be the best 2D platformer of all time. Definitely (in my opinion) on the Wii U. Fantastic backgrounds, visuals and creative and beautiful level design. A great difficulty and incredible boss fights that are even better than those in Donkey Kong Country Returns. The difficulty may not be for all people, especially not for young or new gamers. Completing the game and even 100%-ing the game is pretty easy when you master the controls but 200% completion is much more difficult.

    Overall. this is a fantastic game that is a must buy for any owner of a Wii U.    … Expand
  42. ChesterField
    May 1, 2020
    9
    The best donkey kong platforms in 2D mode and one of the funniest platforms ever with rayman legends. A must if you have the wii U.
  43. Jattaman
    Oct 2, 2022
    9
    Splendido nuovo capitolo della saga.
    Design grafico come sempre splendido, bellissimi livelli, sfida impegnativa ma mai frustrante.
    Ennesimo capolavoro.
  44. aandrade81
    Nov 13, 2021
    9
    Difícil sem ser frustrante, a trilha sonora deste jogo é inesquecível, um dos melhores jogos de plataforma que já joguei.
  45. FireBroFilms
    Aug 15, 2022
    9
    ‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎
  46. Mochimeplease
    Oct 30, 2022
    9
    Arguably best multiplayer game ever released on Nintendo console, the game is simply a lot of fun and forces you to work together and think creatively for the results. The wiiU might have been lacking in games but the quality of them are among the best ever made on a Nintendo console if not any console.
  47. Elquansa
    Feb 2, 2023
    9
    In my eyes this is genuinely one of my favourite platformers. The developers really played around with so many ideas with the levels and characters. All the levels are so creatively designed and fresh, accompanied by incredible graphics, with David wise' amazing compisitions in the soundtrack.
  48. philsom
    Jun 15, 2023
    9
    Way better than Returns, amazing music like all DKC games, and beautiful art and level design, with the charisma of the characters we already know and love. Just wish the next one would be a little more close to the old trilogy art and graphics style if 2d or that itd be a good 3d game that Donkey Kong deserves and doesnt have.
  49. DirigiblePulp
    Jan 26, 2015
    8
    Another 2D HD platforming adventure on the Wii U that doesn't take any particular advantage of the gamepad. But a nonetheless exceedingly fun game built on solid fundamentals and inspired gameplay touches.

    My biggest gripe with "DKCReturns" were the boring boss battles. Thankfully, they are improved overall in this game (more fun, more challenging). But unlike that game there isn't    Another 2D HD platforming adventure on the Wii U that doesn't take any particular advantage of the gamepad. But a nonetheless exceedingly fun game built on solid fundamentals and inspired gameplay touches.

    My biggest gripe with "DKCReturns" were the boring boss battles. Thankfully, they are improved overall in this game (more fun, more challenging). But unlike that game there isn't enough new here. The unique visual palette of some levels (silhouetted), the rocket barrel, mine cart and rhino levels, and the chase sequences are all still here but aren't brought anywhere too uniquely new (except to the third dimension...yes sometimes you now head INTO the screen in these levels instead of just across). I wish more levels had the joyful exuberance and tactical musical precision of the first level of the third world (Grasslands Groove), but sadly that's the only one of its vein.

    Also I hate ice.    … Expand
  50. LBC
    Feb 27, 2014
    8
    The New Donkey Kong Country is incredibly deep and requires patience. I learned this in DKC Returns after speeding forward to my death many times. Tropical Freeze brings the series to Wii U and does not disappoint. DKCTF is a finely crafted old school platforming game wrapped in gorgeous graphics.

    That being said, it's not a system-seller. If you aren't sold on the Wii U at this point,    The New Donkey Kong Country is incredibly deep and requires patience. I learned this in DKC Returns after speeding forward to my death many times. Tropical Freeze brings the series to Wii U and does not disappoint. DKCTF is a finely crafted old school platforming game wrapped in gorgeous graphics.

    That being said, it's not a system-seller. If you aren't sold on the Wii U at this point, Tropical Freeze is not going to change that.    … Expand
  51. ekolite82
    Mar 6, 2014
    8
    Some of the puzzles could have been a bit better thought out, but other than that.. swimming, riding rhino, using the supporting characters, traveling the worlds, and boss battles are all very fun and thought out. The soundtrack is epic for a Donkey Kong Country game. Very easy on the ears and eyes. Except the sounds it makes when you die. And you will die. Probably more than youSome of the puzzles could have been a bit better thought out, but other than that.. swimming, riding rhino, using the supporting characters, traveling the worlds, and boss battles are all very fun and thought out. The soundtrack is epic for a Donkey Kong Country game. Very easy on the ears and eyes. Except the sounds it makes when you die. And you will die. Probably more than you would expect. But it does make for a very rewarding experience when you finally get it right. This is a must have game for any Wii U owner that has a remote interest in platform games.… Expand
  52. jakethesnack
    Dec 29, 2014
    8
    Much better than DKCR the levels seem more diverse than before and the soundtrack is fantastic plus the bosses are more likable than in returns. Plus the game is still as hard as ever.
  53. redrx8gt2005
    Jul 5, 2014
    8
    ill start off by saying that the graphics are gorgeous , the gameplay is pretty similar to donkey kong returns , the game is just a fun 2D Platformer overall , the only DOWNSIDE is the Difficulty can be very frustrating at times , i recommend getting a Pro Controller , it works much better then the gamepad , also the game doesnt really use gamepad other then off screen play , but still aill start off by saying that the graphics are gorgeous , the gameplay is pretty similar to donkey kong returns , the game is just a fun 2D Platformer overall , the only DOWNSIDE is the Difficulty can be very frustrating at times , i recommend getting a Pro Controller , it works much better then the gamepad , also the game doesnt really use gamepad other then off screen play , but still a great Platformer… Expand
  54. DReview
    Feb 24, 2014
    8
    If I were to tell you this game was amazing in all faults then I would be a complete sell out to my ideals, and love to Nintendo.

    I'm writing this to point out that even in passing generations, we aren't all perfect and we need to look at this from a wider angle. There are some very jarring discrepancies from what is expected from the WII U and interaction with the gamepad. There is an    If I were to tell you this game was amazing in all faults then I would be a complete sell out to my ideals, and love to Nintendo.

    I'm writing this to point out that even in passing generations, we aren't all perfect and we need to look at this from a wider angle. There are some very jarring discrepancies from what is expected from the WII U and interaction with the gamepad. There is an inconsistency with the menu feel, and that should be bottoms up the core of the gamepad. No matter what, that is what makes it easy to navigate through. You take that away and you render it a confused controller.

    You don't need to be innovative to approach it as a navigation tool, allowing you to integrate other aspects of the game if wanted. Fear of not standing out and not using the main tools of marketship, you are going to lose momentum in the long run. This is why WII U is next gen.

    This game does though have the core concept of a good video game down, and you have made forefathers proud by convincing that you don't need a good hard drive to pull off great hand detail. In the scheme of arch in production value, the hand defeats the tool. Thank you for making this a great amazing visual of a game and it is AMAZING!!!!

    Deserved it should be passed around as a fun game with faults. The music in concrete feels lazy at times, and all that jazz, sometimes doesn't tell a story pertaining to the visual. I'm a driven believer that when integrating both in harmony of motion the sublime of the mind will register it into the subconscious cortex a little faster.

    Here's to you, the not so perfect, but yet a great ode to the past, and what we should be expected. Let's not let their heads get full. I give this an 8.0 with grateful selloutness.    … Expand
  55. Lanternman
    Jun 25, 2014
    8
    Very fun game but more for adults due to difficult stages. We got it for the kids but i ended up playing it the most, the kids found it a bit hard due to some of the more challenging rail stages that require almost perfect timing and in rapid succession. More suited for teenagers and older
  56. youlouz
    Nov 11, 2014
    8
    PROS
    -Great graphics
    -3D outstanding details
    -fun gameplay
    -Plenty to do and learn

    CONS
    -Tends to be a little boring on occasion
    -Frustrating on ocasion
  57. sorasoprano
    Dec 30, 2014
    8
    Best platforming I have seen in 2014. Great graphics, pst, and level design. However, if they spent a little bit more time finalizing, the game would be near perfect.
  58. gattienzo
    Aug 20, 2015
    8
    Juego de plataforma de lo mas colorido y dificultoso que hay , me lo pase en 16 hs. No es un juego para niños como dice la e-shop de nintendo, es bastante dificil, podria venir con la opción de bajar la dificultad para los más pequeños. La historia es muy básica y las cinemáticas son pocas aún asi es un muy buen juego plataformero.
  59. AMMANN7
    Sep 5, 2015
    8
    8/10

    Donkey Kong Country returns again now on Wii U

    + Improved controls
    + Amazing looking
    + Companion
    + Level design

    - Boss battles
    - Long levels
  60. Meta1234
    Apr 20, 2018
    8
    First of all amazing music even if it is greatly a remake of the stellar Rareware music.

    Great game overall with some criticism. Too difficult, scrapped usage of the Gamepad and lengthy loading times. After so much hype for the Gamepad by Nintendo you would expect the signature games of the console to make use of it, but no.

    Overall an 8.
  61. hector_bcn98
    Oct 31, 2022
    8
    No me esperaba ese pico de dificultad en un Donkey Kong, la verdad. Recomendadísimo.
  62. TheXxchaKing
    Jul 7, 2023
    8
    + Controls are slick and precise, making for rewarding platforming
    + Graphics are gorgeous, especially for the underpowered Wii U system
    + Extremely accomplished soundtrack
    + Creative level design

    - Lacks some of the charm and atmosphere that the original DKC trilogy possessed
    - Boss fights were somewhat underwhelming
  63. knifeandfork
    Apr 3, 2014
    7
    When Donkey Kong Country Tropical Freeze I was a bit disappointed that Retro Studios weren’t working on a different project. I knew that it would be a good game, but it would be more of the same. I was right. It’s a blast to play through Tropical Freeze but I can’t shake off the feeling of over-familiarity.
    Let’s start with the best thing: the graphics. Sometimes it feels like the main    When Donkey Kong Country Tropical Freeze I was a bit disappointed that Retro Studios weren’t working on a different project. I knew that it would be a good game, but it would be more of the same. I was right. It’s a blast to play through Tropical Freeze but I can’t shake off the feeling of over-familiarity.
    Let’s start with the best thing: the graphics. Sometimes it feels like the main reason of this game was to have Donkey Kong in HD, and it sure looks good. Country Returns I regard as a brilliant platformer, but because of the Wii’s graphical limitations, it didn’t look as good as it could have. Tropical Freeze looks excellent. It’s not the visual spectacle that Super Mario 3D World was- scenery and locations don’t have that same wow factor- but it still looks impeccable. All the enemies have great animations too, and Donkey Kong’s fur particularly is very detailed and realistic.
    If it is true that the main justification for this sequel was the potential of HD, then Retro have succeeded. The game also has a powerful musical score alongside the graphics. In some ways, though, the game is a total letdown. At this time Nintendo should be showing off the potential of the Gamepad to benefit games, so it’s slightly worrying that they didn’t even consider using that second screen. It doesn’t even have the rarely used functionality found in 3D World. In fact, the screen goes black when playing. For that reason I played the game entirely with the pro controller.
    The Gamepad doesn’t benefit the game at all, losing some potential to make levels more creative than they are, however the excellent design of each of the levels, requiring very precise jumps and movements to get through, is as great as it was before. Sadly levels aren’t as challenging as they were in Country Returns but they’re still designed with fantastic flow, with very well thought out ideas every time. They are also extremely dynamic, forcing you to stay on your toes. While it’s a lot of fun and quite challenging as well, there aren’t too many new ideas. Levels aren’t really that creative and some of the best ideas- such as silhouetting, cannon level and rocket barrel and mine cart levels, all appeared in Country Returns. Often the levels are made to constantly be falling apart, so that you have to keep moving, however this too is a great idea but recycled from this game’s predecessor. The 3D camera allows for some potential in perspectives and ideas, and some levels make excellent use of it, like a challenging rocket barrel level, but it just isn’t used enough through the game, featuring in only a handful of levels. The bosses are an excellent example of how the game excels, with amazing creative ideas. They also return to the punishing, brutal difficulty of Donkey Kong Country Returns.
    Unlike Country Returns, which had eight worlds, Tropical Freeze has only six. This means it’s beatable- along with lower difficulty- in much less time. There are still the puzzle pieces and kong letters to collect in each level, which offers a lot of replay value, but the game could seriously do with more levels.
    There’s one thing I’ve left to the end, and that’s the characters. Whereas in Country Returns you could only play as DK and Diddy, Dixie and Cranky are added to the list here. They each come with special abilities: Dixie can hover like Diddy and then boost upwards and Cranky can bounce on spikes. While this is a nice thing to include, the problem is there’s one outright winner you will use all the time- Dixie. Her superior powers render Diddy effectively pointless and though Cranky’s bouncing abilities are also useful if you want to get to higher places, Dixie, again, does the same job with her ability. Multiplayer functions incredibly well, which was a surprise. It can be quite chaotic, but that much was to be expected. The camera is (usually) perfect in multiplayer too. There’s no online though, which is disappointing.
    Overall, Tropical Freeze is great fun to play, with some good ideas introduced. It does play it safe in the level design, which drags it down quite a bit, but there’s no denying it’s a sight seeing its environments rendered in full HD.    … Expand
  64. CntrlAltDel101
    Oct 1, 2015
    7
    Tropical Freeze leans on the more difficult side of 2D platforming but I still had a great time playing it.

    Great visuals. Excellent soundtrack. Lots to do and fun challenges.
  65. veedub
    Sep 6, 2016
    7
    Old-school Donkey Kong is BACK, BABY!

    This game feels exactly like the old Donkey Kong games on the Super Nintendo. And that's a good thing, because those classic 2D platformers were great. Great level design. Secrets everywhere -- it's pretty hard to get all the puzzle pieces and spell out K-O-N-G in a single playthrough of a level you haven't seen before. Every island has its    Old-school Donkey Kong is BACK, BABY!

    This game feels exactly like the old Donkey Kong games on the Super Nintendo. And that's a good thing, because those classic 2D platformers were great.

    Great level design. Secrets everywhere -- it's pretty hard to get all the puzzle pieces and spell out K-O-N-G in a single playthrough of a level you haven't seen before. Every island has its own aesthetic, and every level its own gimmick. (Unlike Super Mario 3D World, where every level had its own gimmick, but the worlds didn't have every level sharing the same aesthetic).

    Everything is beautiful. Super, super beautiful.

    The reason for my mixed review score?
    It's just not quite as fun as my other games. I'm only on the 3rd island but haven't put the game back into the slot because all my other games are more fun, including some older Wii games.

    Also, the load times are ridiculously, inappropriately long. I suppose that's the biggest thing that turns me off from the game -- knowing that I'll be waiting a full minute or two between each level. The load times are worse than they are for Mighty No. 9, which was pretty bad on load times.    … Expand
  66. Umaro67
    Mar 17, 2014
    6
    A very pale comparison to its own predecessor of 2010, but still an okay game overall. DKCR was essentially a perfect game and a necessary one. Tropical Freeze doesn't really have much of a purpose. There is swimming, but it doesn't feel great. There's the same hard-as-nails game design, but it's made pointlessly frustrating by a less-than-responsive input. The controls in general feelA very pale comparison to its own predecessor of 2010, but still an okay game overall. DKCR was essentially a perfect game and a necessary one. Tropical Freeze doesn't really have much of a purpose. There is swimming, but it doesn't feel great. There's the same hard-as-nails game design, but it's made pointlessly frustrating by a less-than-responsive input. The controls in general feel laggy, perhaps as a result of the way the game is buffered on the Wii U, but I played the game side-by-side with DKCR and it was like night and day how much more responsive and tight DKCR was. That sluggishness in controls lead to countless deaths as a result of missing vine grabs even though I pressed the ZR button, rolls instead of ground-pounds and ground-pounds instead of rolls, and missed jumps galore. My girfriend also finished the game, and complained of the exact same problem. The level design also does not hold up. Levels are bizarrely long, like at least 3 times longer than they need to be on average. There is very little here that is both new and genuinely enhances the experience. The ice levels are okay, there are no new animals, Dixie is super-useful and Cranky is kind of neat in certain scenarios but you basically have to guess which side-kick will be most useful, and it often doesn't even matter, except when it does. The bosses are also way to long, tedious marathon battles divided into 3 phases each. The secret portal exits are often incredibly difficult to find and require playing a level over and over again, which due to the length of levels will drive you insane. The music is incredible, and the game looks great, and there are a few levels are genuinely fun, but it isn't until the second to last world that the game finally shows some of its strengths, and they quickly diminish back into the grind of trial-and-error that makes up most of the final world. The pacing of each level is exasperated even further by there being way, way, way too many bonus levels. There should never be any more than 1 of these per level, much less 3 as some of them do. If you are truly starved for something to play on the Wii U, wait until you can get it used or rent it. It's not even in the same ballpark as the previous game in every way except music.… Expand
  67. pinball123
    Dec 2, 2014
    6
    The game was enjoyable but the difficulty seemed to rely too much on throwing new elements at you without explaining them. Earlier Donkey Kong titles didn't have the trial and error feel that this one had for me.
  68. Kawooster
    Feb 23, 2014
    6
    "Sigh" Where to begin? I couldn't wait for this game to be released, I'm sure like many others. It looked amazing through the trailers. I went out and got the game on the release day, put it straight in and away it went. At first glance it really catches your attention, vibrant colors and unique level designs. The load times drag a little, but are ignorable. It starts off like majority of"Sigh" Where to begin? I couldn't wait for this game to be released, I'm sure like many others. It looked amazing through the trailers. I went out and got the game on the release day, put it straight in and away it went. At first glance it really catches your attention, vibrant colors and unique level designs. The load times drag a little, but are ignorable. It starts off like majority of platform games, slow and easy, but before you know you're right smack bang into some incredibly hard and frustrating levels. On first, right away one thing frustrates me and I'm sure many others, is the button/s for the role maneuver and the......we will call it the ground bash move, are exactly the same. Now that doesn't bother me.....that much, what bothers me is the X and Y buttons do exactly the same thing. Why couldn't they split the two moves up onto their own button? The point I'm getting at is, the roll maneuver can only be used when you are moving in either direction. It can't be used from a halt, and the ground bash can only be used at a complete stand still. This can be very frustrating when in the heat of the moment. Sometimes a quick roll is needed to get out of danger and sometimes a good ol ground bash is handy when trying to get an item or, when trying to reach the next part of the level. I can't explain how many times I have died from both of the moves. Trying to completely stop, to get an item or to advance in the level, and roll off the edge, or visa versa. Having to do a roll and end up ground bashing and get killed by a failing platform or other hazards. It may seem like petty complaints, but this was almost game ruining, for me anyway.

    Another annoying thing about tropical freeze was the extremely repetitive gameplay. Sure, some new awesome things were added, and some old ones also, like, the mine-cart, the Rhino, a rocket that you ride and a snowball you get to control. These were all fun things, and I extremely enjoyed them, but, and it's a big but. This where tropical freeze really disappointed me. The game play felt very repetitive. Now, I don't know if it was because I found it extremely difficult, by island three you're finding yourself constantly dying, this may have been what made it feel very repetitious and tedious. The game it's self, would have been very short with out having to repeat a certain part as many as five or more times, Thus dragging it out and making the game feel a lot longer than it should have been. The enemies were fairly dull also, a lot of the levels felt draggy, and the levels that were actually enjoyable we're short and much easier.

    Another thing I would like to mention, was the boss fights. Though they were actually quite fun, they quickly became like the rest of the levels. It felt like one of the brain training games from the DS. Memorization and more memorization, until you knew it so well, it would haunt your dreams. I don't think there was a boss fight where I didn't die at least once. It wasn't difficult, once you learnt their pattern it got easy, but until then you're in for a hell of a ride. Most bosses are long, and have no check point. So, if you die, back to the start for you. This got frustrating very quickly.

    All in all, it wasn't the worse platforming game. It was entertaining in some aspects. The music like all donkey kong games, was up to standards. In the end I often thought, Am I just trying to finish this game to hear all the sound tracks? Because I sure as hell ain't enjoying the game all that much. The visuals were also stunning as usual. A lot were put into them, and I do thank the makers and the company for putting in a lot
    of effort.

    I have been a huge DKC fan since the SNES, so be sure this isn't a biased review. To me it just didn't shine like I was hoping. All in all, it was a decent game and had some fun aspects, nothing mind blowing but plausible.....Just. I give it a 6.

    Thanks for reading.    … Expand
  69. Promotheus
    Feb 23, 2014
    5
    I was really looking forward to this since I enjoyed playing its predecessor Donkey Kong Country Returns for Wii a lot. The only thing really holding DKCR back was the gimmicky waggle controls, which are not present in this game so it had every chance to turn out an even better game. Sadly I feel that DKC:TF misses the mark a bit, and having finished it today I don't really feel like goingI was really looking forward to this since I enjoyed playing its predecessor Donkey Kong Country Returns for Wii a lot. The only thing really holding DKCR back was the gimmicky waggle controls, which are not present in this game so it had every chance to turn out an even better game. Sadly I feel that DKC:TF misses the mark a bit, and having finished it today I don't really feel like going back and getting all the extras like I did right away for DKCR.

    I think the level design leaves a lot to be desired, there is way too much trial-and-error which is the completely wrong way to go about difficulty in games. I find it curious since DKCR had very little of trial-and-error in it's design. It's virtually impossible to finish some levels on your first try since some obstacles seemingly appear right out of nowhere and there is not enough time for the player to react. The developers seem to have gone for a Super Meat Boy approach where extra lives are expendable, but I feel that doesn't suit this kind of game really, and neither the original DKC nor DKCR intend you to play the game like this. Additionally the controls take a while getting used to. Retro Studios have a track record for overcomplicating controls going back the Metroid Prime games, but there is no excuse for making them this complicated for a simple platformer. DKC had two action buttons and there was no need for more.

    The boss battles are a bit tedious since they aren't really that hard but take a long time to finish because you can only damage the bosses for a short window of time, then their animation begins and you have to wait for a very long time to hit them again, turning these battles into kind of a drag, especially if you happen to die while in a boss battle.

    On the plus side the graphics are absolutely stunning, but I understand why they pushed the release date back. The general approach to difficulty and level design in this game could've used even more work.    … Expand
  70. Jacer200
    Mar 24, 2015
    5
    The platforming was terrible. I stopped having fun so I stopped playing the game. But the visuals are good and the sound is ok. There is no story at all which is partly why I was not having fun.
  71. wellspokenman
    Apr 3, 2015
    5
    I've played this game a lot, and am enjoying it less every time I play it. Their idea of 'challenging' is deliberately killing DK in ways that nobody could possibly see coming over and over again. This means that all we do as the player is memorise their surprise death moves and avoid them, over and over again. If I think about tough platformers that I enjoy there are always theseI've played this game a lot, and am enjoying it less every time I play it. Their idea of 'challenging' is deliberately killing DK in ways that nobody could possibly see coming over and over again. This means that all we do as the player is memorise their surprise death moves and avoid them, over and over again. If I think about tough platformers that I enjoy there are always these impossible moments that I somehow got first time. These were the exceptions, but I kept on playing for those moments. This game isn't satisfyingly tough, it's just annoying. I cannot stand how heavy and unresponsive DK is and really I just wish I'd never bought this game. Not fun. Cannot recommend.… Expand
  72. foxmccloud
    Aug 24, 2014
    5
    The story and graphics were cool, but I only got through 2 levels and then it started to get boring. The levels just weren't that fun for me. But that's just what I think.
  73. ringside101
    Aug 4, 2014
    4
    This game just wasn't enjoyable to me. I didn't find it fun after the first few levels. Overcoming challenges was unsatisfying. Maybe you just have to play with another person?
  74. TheAdjuster
    Jun 5, 2016
    0
    I was a huge fan of DKCR and I really wanted to like this game, but I just couldn't. The load times, as others have said, is bad, but they would be tolerable if the rest of the game ran smoothly--it doesn't. Controls feel heavy and unresponsive. Action-intensive areas are laggy. The visuals themselves are stunning, but unfortunately I think the Wii U is just not up to the task ofI was a huge fan of DKCR and I really wanted to like this game, but I just couldn't. The load times, as others have said, is bad, but they would be tolerable if the rest of the game ran smoothly--it doesn't. Controls feel heavy and unresponsive. Action-intensive areas are laggy. The visuals themselves are stunning, but unfortunately I think the Wii U is just not up to the task of rendering them smoothly.

    I tried to get into this game 3 times but couldn't get over how muddy it feels. Perhaps if they port it to the NX, I'll give it another shot. But my other concern is the poor level design. Levels were much too long with too much emphasis on exploration that leads nowhere (e.g. water areas where you just collect bananas). But maybe with the bump in gameplay speed/lack of lag will make it feel better. Just can't recommend this game and regret purchasing at full retail.    … Expand
  75. JuanitoMaldad
    May 1, 2018
    0
    Pésimo juego de WiiU aburrido y sin chiste lo peor de la saga de DK es este juego
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 77 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 65 out of 77
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 77
  3. Negative: 0 out of 77
  1. Pelit (Finland)
    May 11, 2014
    90
    The next generation of Donkey Kong is a solid platformer for the veterans. The difficulty level is straight from the nineties and the game doesn't give any slack. It's an thrilling adventure that frustrates at times, but on the other hand, it gives you a true sense of achievement. With these kind of games Nintendo will survive, no matter what the analysts say. [March 2014]
  2. Hyper Magazine
    Apr 9, 2014
    70
    I hate Tropical Freeze, but I hate it for the right reasons. It's an invigorating hate: I really badly want to beat this game. And when I do, it will be oh so worth it. [May 2014, p.68]
  3. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Apr 7, 2014
    80
    Still very hard, still very enjoyable. A no-brainer for all the fans of the series but also for anyone with a Wii U. [Issue #239]
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