Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze

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  1. TheMitch
    May 3, 2014
    10
    Playing through Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze, I thought it was a nice platformer. The designs were nice, it proved to be challenging, and it used some nice dynamic camera angles that I hadn't seen before in a 2D platformer. Then it was over, and I found myself a little disappointed at how bare-bones the game turned out to be. Unfazed, I decided to extend my playtime by collectingPlaying through Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze, I thought it was a nice platformer. The designs were nice, it proved to be challenging, and it used some nice dynamic camera angles that I hadn't seen before in a 2D platformer. Then it was over, and I found myself a little disappointed at how bare-bones the game turned out to be. Unfazed, I decided to extend my playtime by collecting all of the K-O-N-G letters and Puzzle Pieces. It was then that I saw the game start to open up. Although it's not as extensive as New Super Mario Bros. U or Rayman Legends, Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze had one important thing going for it; the "just one more try" mentality. The inclusion of collectables such as Images and Dioramas added to the thrill of trying and failing, and listening to the absolutely gorgeous soundtrack over and over was never irritating. It's just one of those games that you may not love at first, but overtime you begin to appreciate the smaller, finer details that the game poses to you. In a long line of 2D platformers for Wii U, Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze finds itself amidst some stiff competition. But this game doesn't ape the others (pun intended); it merely puts its own spin on the meaning of 2D platforming just like other greats before it. If you are a Wii U owner and are desperate for a game that is challenging and rewarding, look no further than Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze. It is a title that has definitely earned its place in every gamer's home.… Expand
  2. ricklongo
    Apr 7, 2014
    9
    It's been a long time since sidescrollers were the norm in the gaming world, but enthusiasts of the genre still have a lot of excellent options to get their fix. Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze, with its endless simian charm and incredible atmosphere, might well be the very best of them this side of year 2000.

    The Donkey Kong Country series has always been known for its attention    It's been a long time since sidescrollers were the norm in the gaming world, but enthusiasts of the genre still have a lot of excellent options to get their fix. Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze, with its endless simian charm and incredible atmosphere, might well be the very best of them this side of year 2000.

    The Donkey Kong Country series has always been known for its attention to graphics and music, and once again Retro Studios kept true to the norm. Every single stage feels like a living, breathing environment, with staggering amounts of detail and incredibly fluid HD animation. The soundtrack was composed by the great David Wise, who wrote most of the defining tunes from the SNES series, and that should speak for itself. Better yet: graphics and sound blend together to form an even greater whole. Background animations sway to the music, from upbeat jungle themes to idyllic seaside melodies and moodier, darker compositions. This generates moments such as the absolutely breathtaking Grassland Groove, first stage of the game's Savannah-themed third world (and quite a contender for the title of greatest sidescrolling level of all time). Simply put, it's a feast for the senses.

    If you think all the production value was used as an excuse for half-baked gameplay, well, think again. Tropical Freeze delivers frantic action with dynamic camera, loads of control nuance, and level design that is seamlessly integrated with the animations. It's not an easy game by any means, especially if you want to collect everything, but it's so perfectly crafted that even less experienced gamers should keep trying. It's a lesson to modern game developers: a big challenge is more than okay as long as it's part of a compelling package.

    In designing their version of the Donkey Kong Country series, Retro has shown equal amounts of reverence for the Rareware-developed originals and a desire to make their own thing. Their original ideas work most of the time, but there are still some problems. Even though we have three extra Kongs to play with in Diddy, Dixie, and Cranky, they're little more than power-ups, instead of being full-fledged characters like they were in the SNES (thankfully, this is rectified in the post-ending hard mode). And of course, there's the continuing lack of animal buddies aside from Rambi the Rhino, which remains the most puzzling of decisions.

    Even so, the many right choices made in Tropical Freeze make it the best title in the franchise since 1995 masterpiece Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest. It's colorful, it's charming, it's filled with the series' trademark brand of meticulously designed chaos, and that's what makes it unforgettable.

    Rating: 9.5    … Expand
  3. Twin2712
    Nov 26, 2015
    9
    + Great level design that challenging but fair
    + Funky Kong's shop is useful, especially for beginners
    + so many new ideas
    + the levels have amazing depth
    + Memorable boss fights
    + Local Co Op
    + Amazing soundtrack by David Wise

    - No Online Co Op
  4. Hufff
    May 2, 2015
    9
    An excellent, tight, yet challenging game with a fair bit of content in it, any fan of the genre with a Wii U has no reason not to pick it up. There are plenty of collectibles, some absolutely beautiful art and environments, and even a competitive time trail mode. The game may have a few frusrating segments scattered about it, but this is a game which is challenging rather than difficult,An excellent, tight, yet challenging game with a fair bit of content in it, any fan of the genre with a Wii U has no reason not to pick it up. There are plenty of collectibles, some absolutely beautiful art and environments, and even a competitive time trail mode. The game may have a few frusrating segments scattered about it, but this is a game which is challenging rather than difficult, and I found that without buying any items, I only ran out of lives twice.… Expand
  5. 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.
  6. fusion_13
    May 25, 2014
    10
    This is an amazing game, the graphics are fantastic and the gameplay is just one of the best ive seen in a platformer. Although its a very hard game you never feel cheated of dying. There is also alot of content and collectibles as well. This is one of the best games on the Wii U. The level design is purely amazing, it ranges from normal platforming, swinging from vines, minecarts,This is an amazing game, the graphics are fantastic and the gameplay is just one of the best ive seen in a platformer. Although its a very hard game you never feel cheated of dying. There is also alot of content and collectibles as well. This is one of the best games on the Wii U. The level design is purely amazing, it ranges from normal platforming, swinging from vines, minecarts, underwater levels, rocket barrels and even riding on the back of a rhino. Also the addition of Dixie Kong and Cranky Kong are a bonus. If i could i'd give it 9.5 but a 9 will just have to do due to its boring under water levels.… Expand
  7. Lakshry
    Feb 28, 2015
    10
    First of all, i didn't play any Donkey Kong game that has been released before Return. So basically, it was my first Donkey Kong Country and i loved it a lot already !
    And Tropical Freeze expands this love to a next level : everything Returns did is even better here.
    Some levels are not only beautiful but amazing, everything feels and there are only a rarely number of "not so great"    First of all, i didn't play any Donkey Kong game that has been released before Return. So basically, it was my first Donkey Kong Country and i loved it a lot already !
    And Tropical Freeze expands this love to a next level : everything Returns did is even better here.
    Some levels are not only beautiful but amazing, everything feels and there are only a rarely number of "not so great" levels and even these remain nice ones.
    I had done nearly everything you could do in Returns (except the Time attack mode) yet Tropical Freeze still brings new challenges and an enjoyable level of difficulty.
    This games just feels under-rated because it's "difficult" and that's clearly not fair when it's actually a master piece in terms of level design and gameplay !

    To sum up, if you like 2D plateformers, if you loved Donkey Kong Country or if you just want a great game (and are capable to accept dying not so casually), i urge you to get Tropical Freeze !    … Expand
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. 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!
  12. 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.
  13. Unbiased_Critic
    May 8, 2014
    10
    Let's get this out of the way immediately: If you enjoy platformers, Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze is a worthy addition to your videogame library. I recommend you place it high on the list of the games you want to purchase, especially if you currently own a WiiU. What's more, if you haven't played Donkey Kong Country Returns, you can purchase that game afterwards and play it on theLet's get this out of the way immediately: If you enjoy platformers, Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze is a worthy addition to your videogame library. I recommend you place it high on the list of the games you want to purchase, especially if you currently own a WiiU. What's more, if you haven't played Donkey Kong Country Returns, you can purchase that game afterwards and play it on the same system. Here's what helps give this game high marks:

    1) Level design: The levels are spread out across 6 different islands. Every Island has a theme / setting that inspires the levels within. Every island has recurring challenges that you learn to maneuver as you progress. This is offset by including new types of hurdles and obstacles that you won't find in any other level or island. So, even as your skill level increases, there is constantly a new mechanic to get a hold of that keeps the game fresh.

    2) Music: The game's musical score is fantastic. It's in the spirit of the original Donkey Kong games with lots of percussions, and flutes. As you progress through a level, the music will too, gaining in intensity to match what is going on onscreen. The music alone will motivate you to get past difficult obstacles just to hear it evolve.

    3) The Kong family: What's great about this mechanic is that each of the three Kongs wil give Donkey Kong an additional ability that makes the obstacles in a level easier to master. There is also a meter that fills with every bananna picked up and every enemy stomped on that, when full, allows you to unleash a super power that transforms onscreen enemies into items. From a heart surplus to coins to extra lives. For extreme difficulty, take the levels on solo.

    4) Gameplay: Tropical Freeze adds swimming to the mix, which increases Donkey Kong's move set. You can roll, jump, smash the ground, swim, water spin, grab onto vines and cling to certain surfaces. Most, if not all of these moves are augmented when partnered with a Kong family member that sits perched atop Donkey Kong's back. Mastering these skills is a lot of fun when trying to complete levels. What makes the levels stand out especially, and adds replayability to the game, are the hidden Puzzle pieces and K-O-N-G letters in every level. Finding them opens up bonus levels on every island, as well as gives access to a 'temple' level once every puzzle piece is found. The difficulty of these temples is quite high, as they'll have unique obstacles to master. Also, every level completed has a time trial challenge that opens up for you to try.

    5) Graphics: The artistic design is top notch. The world is colorful, and lively. Levels are stuffed full of détails that you won't even notice unless you stop and take a look once in a while. Grass swings in the breeze, water ripples nicely when you dive in, enemies animate really well, The kongs have better fur effects than the previous game, and all of it is rendered in 1080p at 60 frames per second. It's a visual treat.

    Overall: Tropical Freeze will make you a better platformer. It engages all of your senses, besides smell, beautifully. It's extremely challenging, but fair, and the high difficulty is offset by items you can use within the game, as well as the various checkpoints found throughout the levels. It's a rewarding game that you'll want to play through at least once a year. Go and buy it, you won't be disappointed.    … Expand
  14. 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
  15. 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.
  16. 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.
  17. 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
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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
  21. Bjolley35
    Jun 30, 2015
    10
    A Beautiful game that is as entertaining to watch as it is to play. It is both very challenging and fun. One of the best platformers I've played in years. The Unique Co-op play is a blast and the music and unique level design is as beautiful and fun as it is challenging and Intense. If you own a Wii U you need this game in your library!
  22. KNES19
    Feb 23, 2015
    10
    This is the best game for the Wii U by far! It has pretty much everything you want in a platformer: solid level design, beautiful and detailed graphics, and an amazing soundtrack. It fixes pretty much everything that was wrong with Returns, and gives us new things like extra sidekick characters and new swimming mechanics. The design of each world is also worth noting. Most of them takeThis is the best game for the Wii U by far! It has pretty much everything you want in a platformer: solid level design, beautiful and detailed graphics, and an amazing soundtrack. It fixes pretty much everything that was wrong with Returns, and gives us new things like extra sidekick characters and new swimming mechanics. The design of each world is also worth noting. Most of them take themes that I have never seen in a 2D platformer before, from a world that looks like it was taken straight out of various European countries to a jungle that's also a fruit processing plant. David Wise has made music that perfectly fits the theme of every level, and very rarely (with Aquatic Ambience being an exception,) do these songs repeat. This is not just a clone of the Mario games. Tropical Freeze has a level of depth that Mario hasn't captured yet. People who didn't like it probably couldn't handle the difficulty. The difficulty escalates very quickly, but it just makes the game that much more fun for me. All in all, this is an amazing game that is reason enough for anyone to get a Wii U.… Expand
  23. 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
  24. X_VengeancE_X
    May 18, 2015
    10
    THIS should be a system seller!!! One of the best games ive ever played. Unique, very difficult, wonderful, a true challenge und a fun machine at its best! Perfect in every Pixel - Yes, i love this game and iam not easy to persuade.
  25. 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
  26. 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.
  27. mo-mo-mo
    Jun 5, 2015
    10
    The best platform game I've ever played. Astonishing intensity gameplay, very beautuful music and quite much colorfull graphics. I've completed it and have had a lot of fun. One of my favourite games.
  28. 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!
  29. 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.
  30. Benji_Nottz
    Jul 18, 2015
    10
    DKCTP is visual masterpiece and makes for another fantastic installment for the series. It retains it's tough-as-nails gameplay that is frustrating but incredibly rewarding. The addition of Cranky and Dixies along Diddy is a very touch too.
    DKCTP may also have one of the best soundtracks for a game in a very long time.
  31. Donkey-Kong
    Jul 18, 2015
    10
    Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze is a brilliant platform game for Wii U. The game is really funny and have a brilliant level and character design. In my opinion is the best chapter since Donkey Kong Country 2 for SNES.
  32. 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.
  33. 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
  34. ChaosLordDMO
    Oct 26, 2015
    10
    1- El soundtrack es excelente ! muy nostálgico !
    2- Los niveles tiene una buena dificultad
    3- Las texturas son un arte
    4- Los gráficos estan muy bien
    Lo malo: me gustaría un mayor uso del gamepad, pero ta igual se lleva los 10
  35. 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.
  36. 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.
  37. Cosmozerk
    Apr 4, 2016
    10
    Donkey Kong Country Tropical Freeze, oh boy, this game is great, there is nothing more to say.

    STORY: While DK is celebrating his birthday, some penguins that are Vikings decide to conquer DK island by summoning a giant ice dragon that comes out of a....umm...instrument that i can't remember the name, but i think is a horn, and the the kong are sent flying to the sky. Then the ship of    Donkey Kong Country Tropical Freeze, oh boy, this game is great, there is nothing more to say.

    STORY: While DK is celebrating his birthday, some penguins that are Vikings decide to conquer DK island by summoning a giant ice dragon that comes out of a....umm...instrument that i can't remember the name, but i think is a horn, and the the kong are sent flying to the sky. Then the ship of the penguins fly to position themselves on top of the mountain and freeze the entire mountain.....ok the story is ridiculous but in a game like this you should not expect an epic story so let's go the presentation.

    PRESENTATION: Colorful, well animated, great environments, 60fps, 1080p, fantastic music. Need i say more?

    GAMEPLAY: DKCTF plays like your typical DKC game, you can jump, roll, run, pick up things, etc, but now unlike in returns you get to pick between Dixie Kong, Cranky and diddy to have as your buddy along the adventure, but you still can't play as them unless you are playing multiplayer or hard mode. Each of this kong buddy's offer some new things to the table, diddy can let you hover for a bit, dixie gives you extra time in the air and Cranky can use his stick to bounce in pretty much everything, but to be honest no one but dixie is important, believe me when you play this game, you can tell that Dixie is BROKEN.

    The level design is top notch, unlike games like kirby or new super mario bros, where you can feel that the levels are created artificially with blocks (which is not a bad thing, i mean it works, but...), every level in this game feels natural and it nevers let's you say "why is this here?", the environments are great and have such an atmosphere that is just sooooo good and every level has 2 type of collectables that you can find in bonus rooms or in the level itself, first we have the puzzle pieces which can unlock concept art and the letters K, O, N, G, which if you collect in every world, you can unlock super hard levels.

    There are also some sections of minecarts and rockets that are actually pretty fun to play and not tediously frustrating.

    One thing that is a let down are animal buddies, once again only rambi returns as a playable buddy, and that is pretty sad. Oh and another thing that this game does great are the bosses, all of them are super fun to fight and when you beat you can give the a BANAAAAA SLAMA!!!.

    Overall this game is the best 2D platformer the Wii U, the music is great, the bosses are great, the levels are great, the graphics are great, and it's just a blast to play, tho this game is not for casuals, since this game is pretty freaking difficult, but if you like a good challenge then this game has you covered, with that said i'll give this game a 10/10    … Expand
  38. Yozora
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    La perfección en las plataformas, además de un gran reto para los que quieran hacerlo al 200%. Sin duda alguna una obra maestra que le encantará a cualquiera que le gusten otros plataformas clásicos como los mario bros, o cualquier otro título anterior de la misma franquicia. Y un indispensable para cualquier plataformero.
  39. 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
  40. 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
  41. Djungelorm
    Sep 27, 2016
    10
    I don't understand why there are some people complaining about the level design, as it is excellent and inventive, far more than a Mario game; just as it was in Returns. Each level feels unique and I can remember each one well despite having only played through the game once. Though not as hard as Returns, it is still a challenge, and ideal for expert players who are bored of Mario gamesI don't understand why there are some people complaining about the level design, as it is excellent and inventive, far more than a Mario game; just as it was in Returns. Each level feels unique and I can remember each one well despite having only played through the game once. Though not as hard as Returns, it is still a challenge, and ideal for expert players who are bored of Mario games that are increasingly aimed at more inexperienced players. The soundtrack is beautiful and gives the levels even more of an atmosphere; the graphics are great as well, with nuances hidden in the background for those who want to find them. The boss battles are varied, offering good challenge and length, with most bosses taking 9 hits instead of the usual 3.
    This game is amazing and is by far the best platformer on the Wii U, well clear of the Mario games available, and I would reccomend it to any player of any ability.

    Rating: 9.3    … Expand
  42. BleachedTwinkie
    Sep 12, 2016
    10
    Simply one of the best platformers ever created. Beautiful additions from Donkey Kong Country Returns, not to mention everything that came back. The graphics are wonderful, and the music is out of this world. An absolute must for Wii U owners. A perfect addition to the series.
  43. 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.
  44. GoldBeard
    Jun 12, 2016
    10
    i know this is a bit late, but here goes nothing ...

    DKC Tropical Freeze is single handedly the best 2D platformer game that I've ever played !
    Amazing graphics, amazing level design, + probably the best soundtrack I've heard for a video game in a long time ! just get this game .
  45. GamecubeLover
    Aug 2, 2016
    10
    I think the gameplay is still not getting stall cause every game had almost exactly the same gameplay but the game is still 100% enjoyable and entertaining.
  46. el_Ithur
    Jul 31, 2016
    10
    Sorprendentemente bueno, el peso del juego se funde en el control Pro, excelente visualmente y la música es suprema. Muy superior a la primera entrega de wii. Dificultad exquisita que me recuerda a los mejores Donkey Kong Country.
  47. 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
  48. 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
  49. 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.
  50. 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.
  51. Renegado
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Un juego de plataformas exquisito en todas sus facetas.Lo tiene todo unos graficos muy bonitos, largo, la dificultad perfecta.Es tan bueno como los clasicos de Super Nintendo.
  52. CH513
    Mar 13, 2017
    10
    Tropical Freeze is my favorite game on the Wii U. It's easily the best 2D platforming game of all time, and is a massive improvement from the already awesome DKC Returns. The levels in this game are just SO much more creative than the 2D Mario titles. We have Windmill Hills, Scorch & Torch, Irate Eight, Amiss Abyss, Meltdown Mayhem and Cliffside Slide as examples of gorgeous levels, whichTropical Freeze is my favorite game on the Wii U. It's easily the best 2D platforming game of all time, and is a massive improvement from the already awesome DKC Returns. The levels in this game are just SO much more creative than the 2D Mario titles. We have Windmill Hills, Scorch & Torch, Irate Eight, Amiss Abyss, Meltdown Mayhem and Cliffside Slide as examples of gorgeous levels, which offer a ton of creativity and difficulty. Many levels take like 10-15 tries to beat, and will cost you tons of lives in multiplayer. Bosses are also a huge delight, and Pompy, the first boss, killed me many times. I just wish the game was a bit longer, and that loading screens were shorter.… Expand
  53. Suzumiya1
    Apr 3, 2017
    10
    Bueno, alguien dijo quiero un donkey kong como los de snes, entretenidos desafiante, pues aqui esta, maravilloso, muy pulido, tiene unas pantallas que te hacen querer tirar el control a la ....... ya saben, y nintendo la ha vuelto hacer
  54. whatsmyidagain
    Jul 18, 2017
    10
    I love 2D platformers and play a lot of them - this is hands-down the best one I've ever played. It's challenging, the levels have variety and brilliant design, and above all the character control is both fluid and dynamic (momentum rocks!). All of the levels are designed in such a way that they have exploration and collection aspects (puzzle pieces, secret exits, KONG letters) but alsoI love 2D platformers and play a lot of them - this is hands-down the best one I've ever played. It's challenging, the levels have variety and brilliant design, and above all the character control is both fluid and dynamic (momentum rocks!). All of the levels are designed in such a way that they have exploration and collection aspects (puzzle pieces, secret exits, KONG letters) but also every level can be nonstop speed-ran through for brutal time trials, which is just a blast to pull off. Retro studios hit another one out of the park, and this one might just top all their other work - incredible.… Expand
  55. mikath
    May 26, 2020
    10
    i really tried to find a something to dislike in Dkc Tropical freeze. But everytime i died, for some reason i smiled at my tv, every time i got challenged by the game in some of the most dificult stages of the series, somehow the inventful level designe and awesome game design made me laugh and prase even more this game. The only time i really looked down on the game was the first world,i really tried to find a something to dislike in Dkc Tropical freeze. But everytime i died, for some reason i smiled at my tv, every time i got challenged by the game in some of the most dificult stages of the series, somehow the inventful level designe and awesome game design made me laugh and prase even more this game. The only time i really looked down on the game was the first world, and even then was just because the game was trying to make me get used to the tone and flow of the game. Once the first boss began, the game was a blast start to finish! best linear level designe in 2d platformers i ever seen, with not even one single level i would say it was bad or bland. All of this combined with one of the best soundtracks in game made by the great master David Wyse, in one of his best works. How the hell people could say this game is bland or "too haard" is beyond me. The developers at retro managed to find the perfect balance between dificult level designe and forgiving game designe. The game never, and i repeat, NEVER, kill you without any warning or not asuring that you knew what to do. if you died, is your fault, not the controls or level designe, it was you! and even than, you have a lot of lifes that the game almost throws at you, and various itens in funky's store, so you can have some help to deal with the levels, even if you're not that good or patient. Man i cannot stress enough how good this game is. Is not my favorite game, or platformer, but is definetively one of my favorite games of all time. Returnes might have showned that retro know how to designe a good 2d platformer, but Tropical freeze showed that they might be the best developers at this genre in the industry currently. As much as i love Dkc 2 with all of my heart, not even nostalgia can make me say that retro didn't surpaced that game with this masterpiece of a platformer. Is a must for any platformer fan, nintendo fan or who has a wii u or a switch.… Expand
  56. Rgc
    Jul 4, 2017
    10
    What to say about my favorite saga. I could play it thanks to a cousin and I love it.
    The gameplay is very innovative in the sense of using the characters as a cranky that appears for the first time to play in this saga. The structure of the levels is perfect and very well adapted. The only bad thing is that it does not use the capabilities uqe can give you the gamepad of the Wiiu.    What to say about my favorite saga. I could play it thanks to a cousin and I love it.
    The gameplay is very innovative in the sense of using the characters as a cranky that appears for the first time to play in this saga. The structure of the levels is perfect and very well adapted. The only bad thing is that it does not use the capabilities uqe can give you the gamepad of the Wiiu.
    Anyway the majority that will read this will be people who have already seen everything in the game so I better not stay any longer.    … Expand
  57. 1234JacobW
    Mar 4, 2018
    10
    This is a great 2D platformer, it is challenging and the level design is very creative
  58. 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.
  59. loputosu
    Aug 25, 2018
    10
    There was clearly an immense amount of heart and soul put into this game. It still retains its tight controls from Returns (minus the waggle controls that can alienate some people), with the most inventive level design in any game period. Not to mention being tough as nails, which I also enjoy.
  60. greninjaX
    Jul 3, 2022
    10
    one of the greatest 2D platformers ever made. donkey kong is a big friendly gorilla and he will keep you warm at night.
  61. 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.
  62. 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
  63. 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
  64. 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.
  65. hector_bcn98
    Oct 31, 2022
    8
    No me esperaba ese pico de dificultad en un Donkey Kong, la verdad. Recomendadísimo.
  66. JohannLink
    Dec 20, 2020
    10
    This is, by far, the best platformer ever made. The muisc, the gameplay, the game´s eviroment with all of its detail, the puzzles and challenges, its a great experience, with a even better difficulty curve.
  67. grimreapersims
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
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  68. Jattaman
    Oct 2, 2022
    9
    Splendido nuovo capitolo della saga.
    Design grafico come sempre splendido, bellissimi livelli, sfida impegnativa ma mai frustrante.
    Ennesimo capolavoro.
  69. 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.
  70. ossimoro
    Dec 5, 2022
    0
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  71. FireBroFilms
    Aug 15, 2022
    9
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  72. BonzaiTheHost
    May 10, 2023
    10
    Peak Monkey Madness. A game that gets the Sonic formula better than even Sonic Team can do.
  73. 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.
  74. Eny2505
    Jul 23, 2023
    10
    This is how a platformer should be. Incredible level design with great idea and stunning attention to the details in the world. Donkey Kongs moveset is weird and clunky at first but is so fun when you discover all mechanics and know how and when to use dixie / diddy and cranky. Dixie works best most of the time though. What they could‘ve experimented more with would be the animal buddies.This is how a platformer should be. Incredible level design with great idea and stunning attention to the details in the world. Donkey Kongs moveset is weird and clunky at first but is so fun when you discover all mechanics and know how and when to use dixie / diddy and cranky. Dixie works best most of the time though. What they could‘ve experimented more with would be the animal buddies.

    (play it on switch there is no reason to get it on wii u)    … Expand
  75. 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.
  76. 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
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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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