How Donkey Kong Bananza Honors The Mascot’s 44-Year-Long History

Originating from the esteemed mind of Shigeru Miyamoto, the game known as Donkey Kong first emerged back in 1981. It made its mark on the classic arcade scene with players guiding a character resembling Mario through jumping over barrels while trying to save a girl who had been captured by the titular ape. Over the span of 44 years, from its original release to the recent unveiling of Donkey Kong Bananza last week, the Donkey Kong franchise has experienced significant growth and evolution.





