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Donkey Kong

gameactive30 mentionsFirst seen Aug 4, 2015Last seen Mar 6, 2026

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Donkey Kong is a game mentioned in 1 episode(s).

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  • factualhigh

    Donkey Kong works but has audio emulation issues with the running sound effects

    Source: Retro RalphAtGames Legends Ultimate - Bring Your Own MAME ROMs too!!!
  • factualhigh

    Red Donkey Kong cabinets were Radar Scope conversions, blue cabinets were more common

    Source: RetroRalphDonkey Kong 38th Anniversary - Arcade Reproduction Cabinet!
  • factualhigh

    Donkey Kong was officially released in Japan on this date, not in North America

    Source: RetroRalphDonkey Kong 38th Anniversary - Arcade Reproduction Cabinet!

Recent Mentions (30)

  • Arcade game at Grazley Garage; played by someone in the group; mentioned in context of Intellivision discussion.

    The Grasley Garage! Holy Effing Safe Cracker!Mar 6, 2026
  • Classic Nintendo IP being licensed for pinball machine based on title wordplay 'Kongquering'

    Kongquering Soon....Apr 11, 2025
  • Classic video game that inspired Freeplay's logo design; represents the iconic arcade era; Jay Leone played as child on Coleco; ladder/barrel imagery used for venue signage

    #40 Free Play Bar Arcade - The Classic Pinball PodcastOct 27, 2020
  • Classic arcade game being restored from conversion cabinet; target restoration for the red Nintendo cabinet

    Nintendo Arcade Game Pickup - What should I do?!?Jul 22, 2021
  • Nintendo arcade game whose overproduced monitors led to Punch-Out's dual-monitor design

    The Grasley Garage! Punch-Out Arcade machine & Medieval Madness Shenanigans!Jul 30, 2025
  • Classic arcade game not available in stock Arcade1Up Countercade; primary motivation for the mod

    Arcade1up Countercade 60 Games MOD - Donkey Kong & More!

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May 5, 2019
  • Featured in separate Topps game card line with scratch-off mechanics

    Topps Nintendo Game Packs - Ralph's RetrospectApr 16, 2019
  • Arcade cabinet project in collection; noted as needing only side art for completion

    Mortal Kombat II & Smash TV - Two Amazing Games - Project Update!Dec 9, 2021
  • Full-size reproduction cabinet with LCD; controls planned for upgrade

    Retro Ralph - Arcade Madness - House Tour!Sep 23, 2019
  • Classic arcade platformer; runs on MAME core but with audio problems on running sound effects

    AtGames Legends Ultimate - Bring Your Own MAME ROMs too!!!Nov 2, 2019
  • Classic arcade game available at 1UP

    Arcades are still ALIVE ... And they serve BEER - 1up Denver, COJan 10, 2019
  • Classic arcade game by Nintendo, 38 years old on the day of this video's release (Japan release date)

    Donkey Kong 38th Anniversary - Arcade Reproduction Cabinet!Jul 10, 2019
  • Arcade conversion project in progress; RetroRalph has documented progress in previous video

    Arcade Game Pickup - Project Updates & MORE GAMES!!!Jul 29, 2021
  • Classic arcade game. Listed as one of David's honorable mention favorites.

    Chasing Nostalgia Episode 2: Pac-Man Fever!Oct 2, 2021
  • Nintendo arcade game; RetroRalph owns a Versus version containing a game switcher device

    Holy Grail Arcade Pickup - Nintendo Red Tent!!Sep 23, 2021
  • Arcade game referenced; variant mentioned as 'orange'

    Arcade Pickers - What's the Buzz about?Apr 24, 2021
  • Arcade machine in Retro Ralph's garage collection, controlled via smart plug app

    Arcade Game Over: RETRO RALPH is OUT OF SPACE!Jan 19, 2022
  • Classic Nintendo arcade game; subject of restoration project being documented

    Donkey Kong Restoration Update!Aug 4, 2021
  • Classic arcade game; modern retro multi-game cabinet combining Donkey Kong, Donkey Kong Jr., and Donkey Kong 3

    New Arcade Games in 2023!?Mar 17, 2023
  • Second gaming mascot drawn in the challenge

    Ryu's Worst Loss Yet - What Happened?!Mar 3, 2023
  • Arcade game mentioned as potential successor to Pac-Man in 1982

    This Arcade made $6000 a WEEK: The Lost Tapes - EP2Aug 30, 2022
  • Classic arcade game tournament happening at Pinburgh 2015

    Pinburgh Finals (From the back) 08/01/15Aug 4, 2015
  • Classic arcade game present at Quarters

    ARCADE REPORT: Quarters Arcade Bar - Salt Lake City, UtahAug 1, 2022
  • Classic arcade game that is the focus of the championship

    The Australian Kong Off 5 Donkey Kong Championship is This WeekendJul 16, 2022
  • Multiple versions in collection including custom Donkey Kong 2 cabinet

    AMAZING HOME ARCADE (September 2021)Sep 3, 2021
  • Classic arcade game; leaderboard history illustrates impact of spotlight (via documentary) on competitive participation and record resets

    King of PinApr 13, 2017
  • Arcade machine in IE Pinball's location that host has not yet streamed despite owning

    Dune Pinball Gameplay Stream v2025.08.01 - Battle of Arrakeen, New Callouts, and More!Aug 2, 2025
  • Classic arcade game; 50-foot installation created with Nintendo assistance at museum entrance; iconic video game artifact.

    Episode 411: The Strong National Museum of PlayDec 16, 2024
  • Classic arcade game; subject of Billy Mitchell world record controversy regarding MAME authenticity; featured at Free Play Florida where Day is photographed alongside Mitchell.

    Episode 238: Walter Day, an oral historyDec 25, 2019
  • Pinball machine theme/license being developed by Stern; classic arcade IP

    In the studio with Brian "Q" QuinnApr 16, 2025