Boy Wander
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How do the K levels compare to DKCR in terms of difficulty? I found those to be a real bitch to get through. Controller throwing levels of difficulty in some of them...
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Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze |OT| There's always money in the banana stand
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How do the K levels compare to DKCR in terms of difficulty? I found those to be a real bitch to get through. Controller throwing levels of difficulty in some of them...
Of the K levels I've played
1-K: DKCR is more difficult
2-K: DKCTF is more difficult. (It's more difficult than every level in DKCR)
3-K: Around the same difficulty for both games.
legendofjelda
Member
You see, I do find plenty of that same "special sauce" in this one. The foreboding atmosphere kicks in a bit later perhaps (
The advanced technology under water in world 4 definitely gave off that vibe, but also some of the bonus stages I in earlier zones, such as 1-B
But YMMV, of course!
I thought the loading screen complaints were stupid, then I played the game and it bothers me.
A minor issue in an otherwise perfect game.
Kanhir
Member
The loading screen jingle is awfully familiar. In-joke with the winter animals theme?
KojiKnight
Member
In case anyone missed it, Nintendo is running a contest where they are giving away a Wii U and DK:TF... oh and also a trip for 4 to San Diego Zoo if you're into that stuff.
http://donkeykong.nintendo.com/tropical-freeze/sweeps
(edit) Whoops, forgot to say continental US only!
http://donkeykong.nintendo.com/tropical-freeze/sweeps
(edit) Whoops, forgot to say continental US only!
I think this is true of all 3 original games. They have an atmosphere that no other platformer, for me at least, has ever tried to beat. I think its a combination of the darker more subdued colours used, the sprawling backgrounds that gave me a sort of sense of loneliness and this is amplified or because of the incredible soundtracks.
The Hermit
Member
The main complaint is stuttering loading screens?
Man....the game truly must be GOD TIER!
This is the kind of shit Nintendo games have to deal with.
If it was from Sony the press would praise as the best platformer ever ( which actually might be)
Bronetta
Ask me about the moon landing or the temperature at which jet fuel burns. You may be surprised at what you learn.
dampflokfreund
Banned
DKC2 is the greatest platformer of all time. I have played the first world of tropical freeze and a bit of the second. I can't agree thus far. It seems to be pretty tight and right up there with all the rest of the series, but DCK2 has this foreboding atmosphere that puts it a cut above anything else really. Don't think it'll ever be surpassed.
Some nitpicks amidst what I think will end up a classic game -
Only Rambi (to my knowledge). Where's Snake? Parrot? Spider?
Only DK with supporting characters. But I want to play as Diddy as my primary, or Dixie?
Highlights -
Character design is utterly fantastic. Enemies look so cute in an attitudal kinda way
Music but that goes without saying.
Level design from what little I've played.
There are some levels in DKTF that have a similar atmosphere like DKC2
You took the words right out of my mouth. Tropical Freeze is super awesome game, but I'm still a little disappointed how "happy" the overall look and soundtrack really is.
The game is better than any platformer in years, but DKC 2 and 3 are still better games.
dampflokfreund
Banned
Therea are many levels in DKTF featuring a darker atmosphere.
dampflokfreund
Banned
Yes, it does.
Yes, just like a Batman movie.
freezamite
Banned
It's a shame this is videogames and not Batman movies...
dampflokfreund
Banned
Darker atmosphere is also better in games. What do you prefer:
and this
or this
dark_prinny
Banned
Holy shit that 1-K level, holy shit!
This games is as close as perfection a plattformer can be. I´ve been playing all morning and I just want more and more. Having a quick lunch and back to third world boss.
This games is as close as perfection a plattformer can be. I´ve been playing all morning and I just want more and more. Having a quick lunch and back to third world boss.
TheSpaceBetween
Member
3-K in Returns (Shifty Smashers) was by far the easiest one in Returns. I would be disappointed if the one in TF is that easy. I will find out soon though as I'm just about to start the third island now!
No, and Rare's DKC trilogy was proof of that. They were cool games with a unique atmosphere, but gameplay wise (level design, mechanics, etc) they were not up to the standard that Nintendo set with Mario games of that era.
Baron von Loathsome
Member
Not sure if this was mentioned, but here's something I stumbled across in 6-4.
Right after the first checkpoint, you'll find the giant bat from Returns frozen in a block of ice in the background, grinning at you.
because its a loading screen
why dont you check your phone for any facebook updates in the meantime?
I'll never understand this reasoning, but hey your choice mate
BTW today is such an awful day. I cant play since my cousins are here and I cant help thinkin about DK. Ughh
Darker atmosphere is also better in games. What do you prefer:
this
and this
or this
Wait, wait this is a serious post? You're honestly saying that darker is objectively better?
I'm pretty sure I just said I didn't care, but thanks for the suggestion anyway. The fact that it's just a loading screen is exactly my point.
Why detract from the overall experience just for a loading screen? It's not like it's some innovative thing either, but pretty standard stuff. I would understand if they had some wacky idea but couldn't quite pull it off.
Anyway I'm done talking about loading screens, just throwing in my two cents.
dark_prinny
Banned
Your previous avatar was awesome. But your current one is just FUCKING awesome.
Ahah well, thanks, but the credit goes to whoever made it, although I forgot who it is because I'm an ungrateful ass
3-5 Twilight Terror
Spieler Eins
Member
Darker atmosphere is also better in games. What do you prefer:
this
and this
or this
Where's the darker atmosphere?
dampflokfreund
Banned
Not in the 3rd picture.
Oni Link 666
Member
I'm on 3-3. I've been playing with the Pro controller in d-pad mode. I think this game is awesome. I love the music. I love the graphics. I love how the levels throw you around all these environments and it's all fully rendered in 3D.
The viking theme really makes me think of Wrath of the Lich King.
The viking theme really makes me think of Wrath of the Lich King.
Interceptor
Banned
You obviously missed the increased levels of maturity in the shadows below donkey kong.
C.Olimar788
Member
ITT: Shadow the Hedgehog is the best Sonic game because of its darker atmosphere.
I haven't had a chance to play DKC2 as I only got through DKC1 before Nintendo took the trilogy off of the Virtual Console, but from what I've seen of YouTube playthroughs... it looks muddy and like its level design leaves a lot to be desired.
I haven't had a chance to play DKC2 as I only got through DKC1 before Nintendo took the trilogy off of the Virtual Console, but from what I've seen of YouTube playthroughs... it looks muddy and like its level design leaves a lot to be desired.
this game is phenomenal. the length of the levels, the different phases for each level, FUCKING DAVID WISE, the exploration, the dynamic backgrounds, the level morphing. I am going to be playing this game for quite a long time. seriously I really enjoyed Returns. that was a great game. but this game is just on another level altogether. not even joking this game makes me want Retro to do another one and I don't care what franchise they have to ignore to make it. they could do a spiritual successor to DKC 2 and leave Donkey Kong out. have Diddy, Dixie, and Cranky all as playable characters from the start and have more animal buddies. that right there would warrant a sequel
Thanks for the link; just entered.
I'm glad there are many other people who don't feel this way.
psychotron
Member
I'm confused. What button is the run button? I know the roll button and grab, don't see a run button. Just finished 2-2 and had to do jumps with timed speed bursts.