Nintendo Switch Online Welcomes Game Boy Classic Donkey Kong Land 3

Nintendo has added the beloved Game Boy classic, Donkey Kong Land 3, to the Nintendo Switch Online library, enriching the gaming experience for subscribers. Released on December 4, 2024, this addition completes the Donkey Kong Land trilogy, which has been re-released sequentially over the past month. Players will join Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong on an adventure to uncover the fabled Lost World while facing obstacles from the antagonist, Baron K. Roolenstein, and his Kremling crew. The game features 36 levels, each packed with unique challenges, secrets, and bonus areas, offering a nostalgic platforming experience. Donkey Kong Land 3 is available at no additional cost for Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pass members, continuing Nintendo's commitment to providing classic titles to its user base.

Donkey Kong Land 3 is a platformer that follows Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong as they embark on a quest to find the Lost World, facing off against Baron K. Roolenstein and his Kremling minions. Players can also control Dixie Kong and her cousin Kiddy Kong through multiple levels filled with hidden secrets and challenges.

Originally released in 1997 by Rare, Donkey Kong Land 3 marked the final installment in the Donkey Kong Land series for the Game Boy. The game is well-known for its engaging gameplay mechanics, colorful graphics, and memorable characters, solidifying Donkey Kong's status as an iconic figure in video game history. This Switch release brings the classic adventure to a new generation of players while catering to nostalgic fans of the franchise.