While not quite reaching the iconic status of Mario, the Donkey Kong franchise has consistently delivered some of the finest 2D platformers ever made. The Donkey Kong Country series, which first launched on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System, remains a gold standard in the genre. Today, Nintendo Switch owners can enjoy two standout remasters: Donkey Kong Country Returns HD, released earlier this year, and Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze, both available at a discounted price on Woot.
These offers are part of Woot’s ongoing video game sale, running through August 1, featuring a wide selection of top-tier Switch titles.
Donkey Kong Country Returns HD
$59.99 → $42.99 (28% off) at Woot!
Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze
$59.99 → $42.99 (28% off) at Woot!
Mario vs. Donkey Kong
$39.99 → $39.99 (No current discount) at Woot!
All deals end August 1
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Donkey Kong Country Returns HD brings back over 80 expertly designed levels across nine vibrant worlds. This Switch remaster includes all the enhancements from the 3DS version, plus a new Modern Mode that increases the number of hearts per level, making the experience more accessible without sacrificing challenge. Whether you're playing solo or teaming up with a friend, the tight controls, rhythmic platforming, and imaginative level design make it a standout. Originally released on the Wii in 2010, the game has aged remarkably well. We rated it 8/10, calling it "a passable remaster of an amazing platformer – more modern improvements and a larger graphical update would have been nice, but this is still one of the greatest 2D platformers Nintendo has released this century."
Also on sale is Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze, a Wii U-era gem that made its way to the Switch with stunning visuals and dynamic gameplay. Praised for its difficulty and creativity, we awarded it a 9/10, noting, "Donkey Kong Country Tropical Freeze is a fun and challenging platformer that isn’t afraid to make you work hard."
Now is the perfect time to revisit these classics—especially with Donkey Kong Bananza launching tomorrow, packed with nods to the series’ rich history. And if you're excited about Donkey Kong's future on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, don’t miss our 10/10 review of the latest adventure.
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Woot is a daily deals website founded in 2004 and now owned by Amazon. It specializes in offering high-quality products at competitive prices—often on items not widely discounted elsewhere. All purchases are backed by Amazon’s trusted customer service, and Amazon Prime members enjoy free standard shipping on Woot orders, with no minimum spend required. It's a reliable destination for gamers hunting for value.
