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Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong's Double Trouble

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DKC3 was the last installment of Rareware's monkey series for the SNES, and was basically the game to get your child for Christmas of '96 if you didn't plan on tracking down the then-newly-released Nintendo 64.

Overall, DCK3 is a solid platformer game. It suffers in reviews because it lacks the originality of the first and the huge gameplay leaps of the second, but nothing about this title is remotely buggy or broken. Lots of levels and environments to traverse, and Rare included some interesting scenarios this time around that mix up the normal 'run and jump' gameplay (reversed controls, riding a rocket that needs constant refueling, dodge lightning, etc). There are memorable boss fights and an overworld filled with secrets that is explored through upgradable vehicles. There's even a family of bears scattered across the world that will help you if locate the right items for them.

Graphics are as sharp as the first two installments, and the music has a catchy, laid back tropical flavour (also seen in the brighter design of the enemies). The only nitpicks are the lack of story (Rare poked fun at this in the first two games, here they just don't try) and the character selection. It's odd that the series is called "Donkey Kong Country" and Donkey and Diddy are reduced to mere cameos here. Kiddy Kong brings back the heavy/light dynamic of the first game, but overall Dixie is still more useful and maneuverable. In the end though, this is a wonderful platformer that holds up well by today's standards. If you've still got an SNES, it's worth tracking down a copy.

I think that all of the Donkey Kong Country games are the best SNES games out there. It really ... that companies have started to forget about SNES. It is so hard to find SNES games anymore. I have as much fun playing SNES that I have playing my N64. I haven't been able to buy this game due to it is very hard to find it. I do own DKC 1 and 2. I have rented in the past DKC 3 and I really liked it. The graphics are awesome and the levels are even more challenging than the other DKC games. In this game the colors are really bright. If I was to suggest one of the DKC games I would say buy this one but then again it is really difficult to find one. A good spot to look is ... if you really want one because I doubt that ... will be getting more in. I might be wrong but ... is selling less and less SNES games so I have a feeling that they wont be selling them soon.

Of all of the Donkey Kong games, this one is definitely my favorite. This game is very fun, and the graphics are incredible for a Super Nintendo game. Sure this game can get long: you need to find all of the bonus coins, DK coins, and banana birds in order to get to the boss in the bonus world, but that makes this game fun, and ensures that you have to look extra hard to find all those bonus levels! If you have a Super Nintendo, you must have this game. This game has given me hours and hours of pure fun, and I haven't been disappointed once!

After having great success with Donkey Kong Country and DK2, Nintendo decided to make DK3 for the Super Nintendo and make it even better than the previous two versions. Nintendo had a very tough task to do in making this game even better, but they did.

Donkey Kong Country 3 includes two new main characters, Dixie Kong (who was also in DK2) and Kiddy Kong to to replace Donkey and Diddy Kong. It also includes graphics that are a lot better than many other SNES games. There are also many new bonuses and great secret places you need to find to beat the game.

The object of DK3 is the same as DK1 and 2. You need to beat every level and world in the game. After each world there is a boss that is more challenging than the regular places in the world. But in DK3 you need to collect all of the bonus coins and DK coins as well as beat every level to beat the game which makes the game more fun and challenging. You also need to collect all of the banana birds. You need to find them in special areas in cove's by playing a game similar to Simon where different lights light up in different orders and you have to repeat it in the same order.

Dixie Kong and Kiddy Kong have a lot of friends along the way. Wrinkly, the old monkey at the save cave is always complimenting you. Funky Kong is at Funky Rentals where he gives you cool new water equipment like motor boats, water-skis, jet-ski's, etc. And a another great addition to the game is Swanky's Sideshow, a tent where you can play games head-to-head against Cranky Kong to earn bananas and coins to earn extra lives and buy stuff.

If you are looking for a great adventure game or want to get the newest DK title, Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong's Double Trouble is the game to get for your Super Nintendo.

This is a game that not only gets better as the levels go on but it also gets harder. At one point my son and I decided that we would have to go and hunt down the player's guide. Wow! What a difference that made. There are levels of play that I am sure we would still be fighting to get through if not for this. We had a little trouble finding the guide so go to your used video game stores or order it directly at nintendo.com. Anyway get this game and get the guide and you won't come out of your house or get any sleep for quite awhile!!

I discovered this gem after I bought my own SuperNintendo system a couple of years ago. My sister REALLY wanted me to get it, and I am really glad I listened to her! I just really wanted to get back to the genious of 2-d side-scrolling games. Anybody who's grown up with 3-d is probably just the opposite (I remember the first time I played Pong at a friend's house when Atari was new).

When it comes to fun simple yet still detailed games that also have amazing graphics it is hard to beat DK3. I am always disapointed in newer adventure/platform games because there is no option but to play solitary, or watch someone play. With the DK games, you can have a great time with two people!
The best thing about playing this game was playing it with my sister, because she remembered playing it in college just as I did (although I didn't play 3 then, only 2). It is definitely a game that stays with you long after you've played it. Now, how many games made today can you say that about, and say with an ecstatic smile?
It is games like this that make purchase of this (at least) three-generations-back system and remain disillusioned so far with the new GameCube which I got for X-mas.
Now to start pushing harder for a Nintendo 64 for my birthday!

Well, here it is. Donkey Kong Country3. I liked this game because, surprisingly, it's alot easier than the other DK's!
In this game, You are the duo of Dixie Kong, Diddy's girl, and Kiddy Kong, a huge primeape who is a lot younger for his size. A new foe awaits you in the lost world, named Baron K Roolinstien, and his huge robo-companion.
It's a game for all ages.

wow...When Rare was relevant! Man, I love this game to death. I always remember the Christmas morning when I got this, stayed up waaay too late playing, really love it. But this game seems to get a lot of flack from the youtube "gaming community." I see a lot of people calling it "childish" or weak compared to the first two. A big problem according to people are the main characters, Kiddy & Dixie. They say "oh kiddy's too slow and looks too childish." First off, Kiddy controls EXACTLY to DK in the first DKC. He's a heavy weight, moves a bit slower...but he can take out the larger enemies with a lot less effort. And Dixie was in DKC2, we all seemed to love her there... And as far as the "childish" aspect goes, the whole DKC series was always very youngin' friendly. This isn't "Yoshi's Story" (N64) by ANY means!! This game has a lot of challenge and only improves upon 1&2. The controls and gameplay are basically the same, only with added mechanics. My only complaint is the music on occasion isn't quite as memorable....but that's just my opinion. it still has GREAT GREAT original tunes. Otherwise, DKC3 holds the high standard. Anyone who played 1&2, PLEASE! If you haven't, play DKC3!! And good luck completing this 100%. A very challenging feat.

If you loved Donkey Kong Country 1 or 2 (OR BOTH!!!) then you will definately love this addition to the beloved snes Franchise! It takes what the first two have done and runs with it to make a spectacular third installment to the revered trilogy for snes! You play as Dixie Kong and Kiddy Kong! We have been introduced to Dixie Kong in the second installment but now we have Kiddy Kong! Rest assured what this toddler lacks in age he makes up for in sheer strength and size! Think of him as a toddler version of Donkey Kong! It ends the snes trilogy in a very good way! It is definately a fun and addicting addition to the beloved franchise! I highly recommend it 10/10

I played this game about 10 yrs ago and never finished playing it. I bought it on Amazon to finished all the levels everything, Its so much fun, I'm almost done with the game. I love this game.