70
Still, for all the brilliantly original ideas on show here, there comes a point when you feel like developer Paon just decided to throw up certain levels simply as a bar to your progress. You can almost hear their cackling over your shoulder.
70
I can't say that I found anything drastically wrong with DK: King of Swing, but the tricky-to-learn controls and somewhat repetitive and short-lived gameplay make it hard to recommend as a priority purchase.
60
Every five or six levels the game ups the difficulty by throwing in the most frustrating levels we've ever seen.
10
Great dk game, nice little addition to your gba library. you get that feeling of. wow, i've never played something like this before. great multiplayer, one of k rool's only playable appearances. (also the name for the post game hard mode is hilarious it's called diddy mode lol)
DK: King of Swing
Game Boy Advance
Released On:
Sep 19, 2005
Metascore
Mixed or Average
70
User score
Generally Favorable
8.3
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95
It's so good, in fact, that even if you stripped away the DK license and made it, oh, I don't know, "Raven's That's SO Swinging", you'd still have a great game. Donkey Kong is just the icing on the cake. You want innovation, but still want a full game? It's right here.
78
The only downside is the sometimes-frustrating level of difficulty and obtuse level design. [Nov 2005, p.182]
74
King of Swing is like getting a new puppy; it is addictive and fun at first, but then the full reality of taking care of it finally sets in. Initially the game will be fun, but then frustration and (even) anger may eventually become the norm.
70
King of Swing is defined by its gimmick. Enjoy the unique control system and you'll find the game a pleasant and diverting play. If you're left cold by it, you'll quickly tire of the game's one-trick-pony style.
70
Still, for all the brilliantly original ideas on show here, there comes a point when you feel like developer Paon just decided to throw up certain levels simply as a bar to your progress. You can almost hear their cackling over your shoulder.
60
This platform adventure stars the 800 pound gorilla himself and this title manages to stand on its own because of its unique design. Unfortunately, said design isn't good enough to make this game a must buy.
25
This game didn't need to be made: It wasn't fun, and I won't play it in my free time.
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67% Positive
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Sep 25, 2025
10
Great dk game, nice little addition to your gba library. you get that feeling of. wow, i've never played something like this before. great multiplayer, one of k rool's only playable appearances. (also the name for the post game hard mode is hilarious it's called diddy mode lol)
SummaryThe normally quiet jungle is abuzz with excitement, because it's time for the ceremony to choose the king of the jungle! Or at least it would be if King K. Rool hadn't stolen the special medallion meant for the winner. Donkey Kong and his friends must swing their way through the jungle to get the medallion back and, along the way, rescue... Read More
Rated Efor Everyone
Platforms:
- Game Boy Advance
Initial Release Date:Sep 19, 2005
Developer:
- Paon Corporation
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