Donkey Kong 64 Is Finally Coming To Nintendo Switch Online Next Week
Engadget • • technology
Key Points:
- Nintendo has announced that Donkey Kong 64 will join the Nintendo Classics library on June 4, available through the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack.
- Donkey Kong 64, a 1999 Rare platformer, was the first 3D Donkey Kong game and features large levels filled with collectibles and multiple playable characters.
- The game has a divisive reputation due to its backtracking, confusing structure, and early 3D-era camera and control issues, contrasting with the more popular side-scrolling Donkey Kong Country series.
- Donkey Kong 64 shares similarities with Rare's 1998 platformer Banjo Kazooie, which is also part of the Nintendo Classics library.
- Fans of Donkey Kong and retro gaming are encouraged to try the game, especially those curious about the origin of the infamous 'DK Rap' by Grant Kirkhope.