Best Donkey Kong 64 Podcasts (2025)

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1352 - Donkey Kong Bananza: Emerald Rush 3:08:21

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22h ago3:08:21

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The Kongversation wraps up its 2025 Donkey Kong Bananza coverage with one last look at the game's DLC! Hyle is joined by Sxips to discuss the intricacies of Emerald Rush, the monthly events that kicked off in October, the statues celebrating DK series heritage, and how the mode can serve as a bridge to the next Donkey Kong game! Note: This episode …

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1983 - Gyruss 1:14:18

1h ago1:14:18

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The space-shooter genre isn't dead yet! Join us as we talk about Konami's Gyruss being potentially the best shoot'em up game since Galaga! That's not all though, we also talk about Midway's Journey, Discs of Tron, and Krull by Gottlieb on today's exciting episode! PS Sorry for the delay in getting this out, a fire broke out at the studio which as y…

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1351 - Tiers of a Kong: Donkey Kong Country 2 3:32:47

1d ago3:32:47

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Out of the 24 (Krocodile) core, singular characters in the game, how does the cast of Donkey Kong Country 2 rank? Hyle and Jeff put the Kongs, Animal Buddies, Bosses, and other errant notables of Diddy's Kong Quest through Tier Maker to see how they stack up to each other... using only the criteria of their performance and presentation up to that p…

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1350 - Rare Collection 1 First Impressions 1:57:22

17h ago1:57:22

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It's a Hyle and Matt chat about Rare Collection 1, the new 12-game compilation on Evercade! Featuring a dirty dozen of Ultimate Play the Game and Rare Ltd. classics, DK Vine's primary concern is the first-ever reissue of Conker's Pocket Tales. Does Conker's solo debut still hold up? Did it ever? What do we think of this format and the Evercade itse…

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1349 - Manual Transmission: Donkey Kong Country 2 3:32:08

1d ago3:32:08

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Just as Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest improved on the original in numerous ways, so too did its classic instruction booklet! Once again written by Nintendo of America's Dan Owsen, with story by Rare newcomer Leigh Loveday, it's 30-plus pages of immersive table setting and subversive tablecloth pulling!…

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1983 - Wacko 1:18:59

6d ago1:18:59

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Midway is back with another game in the Domino-Man style! This time it's Wacko, and oh boy does this live up to the title! If you thought playing a normal arcade cabinet was fun, just wait until you play one that's on a 30 degree tilt! We also talk about Spike and Web Warp on the Vectrex and Champion Base Ball and Pro Bowling from the arcades in to…

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1348 - 30 Years of Donkey Kong Country 2 3:14:19

13d ago3:14:19

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Celebrating three decades of Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest! Hyle and Dustin discuss how the second Donkey Kong Country game still holds up to this day, now made ever more relevant thanks to Donkey Kong Bananza.By www.DKVine.com

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1347 - Donkey Kong Bananza: DK Island 3:54:45

29d ago3:54:45

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The Kongversation returns home to DK Island! Miles from off of KotBox joins Hyle to discuss the immaculate love letter to the Donkey Kong series in Donkey Kong Bananza's DLC capper. From the obvious references to the most obscure Easter eggs, we leave no stone unturned on DK Island! Note: This episode contains spoilers for the DK Island DLC.…

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1346 - Donkey Kong Bananza: The Post-Game (part 2) 5:25:23

1M ago5:25:23

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From the new Getaways in Lagoon Layer all the way through the Great Harmoneel's windpipe, the Kongversation finishes discussing Donkey Kong Bananza's post-game! It's the most difficult Bananza Rehearsals, the best character resolutions, and the simple joy of harmonizing Stickerbush Symphony with a bunch of disco rocks. Note: This episode contains s…

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1345 - Donkey Kong Bananza: The Post-Game (part 1) 4:00:17

1M ago4:00:17

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The Kongversation finally reaches Donkey Kong Bananza's post-game story! Hyle is joined by Just Andre as they return to the Ingot Isle Cave-In, exploring its evolution since Bananza's prologue and its newfound incorporation into the Underground World! Note: This episode contains spoilers through the end of Sublayer 10 in the post-game.…

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1983 - Sinistar 1:15:26

1M ago1:15:26

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Run! Run! Run! Sinistar lives and has finally made its way onto the podcast with an exciting dual-review in this week's exciting episode! We also check out Mazer Blazer from Stern and Carnival Massacre by Thorn EMI in this week's episode. Website - https://historyofvideogamespodcast.com Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@historyofvideogamespodcast1…

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1344 - Donkey Kong Bananza: Game Klimax K. All Sack 6:07:43

1M ago6:07:43

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The Kongversation answers listener calls and comments about Donkey Kong Bananza's epic finale! We respond to your questions about the Forbidden Layer, the Planet Core, and New Donk City, including the return of K. Rool and the Kremling Krew, the lineage of the Pauline family, and much more! Note: This episode contains spoilers through the end of Ba…

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1343 - Donkey Kong Bananza: Sublayer 1600 and Beyond 7:32:57

2M ago7:32:57

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At long last, the Planet Core! In the longest Kongversation ever recorded, join Hyle and Courtney as they get reacquainted with the Kremling Krew, learn the origins of Us, and battle King K. Rool to the edge of creation and back. Welcome to Donkey Kong Bananza's dramatic and emotional climax! Note: This episode contains spoilers through the end of …

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1983 - Goodbye Commodore PET! 1:09:12

2M ago1:09:12

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Raise a glass to our fallen comrade! The first of the Holy Trinity of Computers has fallen - the Commodore PET is no more! Join us as we reminisce about the old times, as well as take a sneak peak into what the future on the PET platform looks like in this farewell episode. We also review Forbidden Forest by Cosmi, The Glob by Epos, and Skater by D…

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1342 - Donkey Kong Bananza: Sublayer 1500 4:02:52

2M ago4:02:52

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What awaits DK and Pauline beyond Go-No-Further Gate in Donkey Kong Bananza's Forbidden Layer? At long last, is it the Banandium Root? Could it be the final confrontation with Void Kong? Or is there a far crueler discovery waiting for the heroes at the precipice of the Planet Core? The Geek Critique helps Hyle glimpse beyond the veil! Note: This ep…

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1341 - Yooka-Replaylee First Impressions 2:26:14

2M ago2:26:14

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The lizard and the bat! The bees! The BUGS! Hyle is joined once more by Freezer to share their first thoughts on Yooka-Replaylee, Playtonic's overhaul of the original Yooka-Laylee. From the highs of substantial improvements in gameplay and new features to the lows of a somewhat dodgy digital launch, should you paylee for Replaylee?…

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1983 - Congo Bongo 1:06:36

2M ago1:06:36

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Donkey Kong is back! No wait, he's called Bongo now....well in any case he's goin down just like the rest of his Gorilla brethren! Join Ben and Wes as they discuss Sega's Congo Bongo, finish 1983 research, and play Bugaboo the Flea, Outworlder on the SD-2xx, and Mad Planets by Gottlieb in this week's packed episode! Website - https://historyofvideo…

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1340 - Donkey Kong Bananza: Sublayers 1400 - 1401 4:31:50

2M ago4:31:50

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Before we fight... we FEAST! The Kongversation discusses Donkey Kong Bananza's Feast Layer, a joyful theme park visit and fast food factory tour for the reunited duo of DK and Pauline. But will VoidCo's rising Muck dampen the flavor of this surrogate father-daughter night out? Note: This episode only contains spoilers through the end of Sublayer 14…

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1339 - Donkey Kong Bananza: Sublayer 1300 3:55:38

3M ago3:55:38

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1338 - Donkey Kong Bananza: Sublayers 1200 - 1204 3:15:45

3M ago3:15:45

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1983 - Birth of the Internet 1:06:53

3M ago1:06:53

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The birth of the internet arrives in January 1983, but does that mean MMO's are right around the corner?! The guys discuss this and also take a look at some new games like Joyful Road by SNK, New Sinbad 7 by ATW, The Institute (graphical version) by Screenplay and Changer by Random House in this week's episode! Website - https://historyofvideogames…

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1337 - Donkey Kong Bananza: Sublayer 1100 4:40:59

3M ago4:40:59

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Pauline, meet Diddy and Dixie Kong! DK's present realigns with his past in Donkey Kong Bananza's Racing Layer, sending all four characters onto the track for a second go at Donkey Kong Racing! Note: This episode only contains spoilers through the end of Sublayer 1100.By www.DKVine.com

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1336 - Sea of Thieves: Season 16 (Talk Like a Pirate Day 2025) 2:52:51

3M ago2:52:51

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Reapers Rule, apparently, but did Sea of Thieves: Season 16? Coinciding with the release of Donkey Kong Bananza, the Reaper's Bones-dominated period of Rare's ongoing pirate adventure had us make Skeleton friends, turn our back on humanity, and get into intense debates about Dracula and Shaquille O'Neal.…

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1335 - Donkey Kong Bananza: Sublayers 1000 - 1001 3:02:11

3M ago3:02:11

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The Kongversation gets out of the trunk and down into the junk! Hyle and the Idaho Crew's Adam go dumpster diving in Donkey Kong Bananza's Landfill Layer. Home of the Eelevators and Fractones who love being among detritus, this deceptively deep world is one Donkey Kong fan's trash... but our treasure. Note: This episode only contains spoilers throu…

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1334 - September 2025 Nintendo Direct 1:27:47

3M ago1:27:47

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Broadcast live at https://www.twitch.tv/dkvine on the day of the September 2025 Nintendo Direct, Hyle and Malik discuss all of the relevant Donkey Kong Universe news from the hour-long presentation! Donkey Kong Bananza DLC, Mario Tennis Fever, the absence of Donkey and Cranky from the main The Super Mario Galaxy Movie cast... and the return of the …

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1333 - Donkey Kong Bananza: Sublayers 900 - 903 2:05:40

3M ago2:05:40

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The Kongversation presents "The Elephant Kong" by David (Thomas) Lynch. What happens when Donkey Kong gets a trunk, promptly inhales some junk, and strips an entire sultry spa clean? You're going to shakey-shake your body when we discuss Donkey Kong Bananza's Tempest Layer, and if you don't, you are not a human being. You... are... an... animal. No…

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1983 - The Dark Age of Video Gaming 1:14:32

3M ago1:14:32

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We're here, but do we want to be?! It's time to take a look at the first games from 1983 and find out just what we're in store for! Reviews include Cluster Buster by Data East, Ixion by Sega, BC's Quest for Tires from Sierra On-Line, and Moria by Koeneke & Todd Jr. Website - https://historyofvideogamespodcast.com Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@…

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1332 - 40 Years of Rare 2:09:28

3M ago2:09:28

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The Kongversation takes a look at Rare's 40th anniversary celebration! We discuss the surprise return of Conker's Pocket Tales, what went into Cameron and Dustin's own official art pieces, and what the studio has meant to us for the vast majority of our lives!By www.DKVine.com

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1331 - Donkey Kong Bananza: Sublayer 800 1:55:06

3M ago1:55:06

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The Kongversation unwinds in the Resort Layer of Donkey Kong Bananza! We discuss the giant fruit, Liftoff Ore, the introduction of Collectone, and that surprise Donkey Kong 64 callback as Donkey Kong and Pauline bond in the salty shores and melon rind! Note: This episode only contains spoilers through the end of Sublayer 800.…

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1330 - Donkey Kong Bananza: Sublayers 600 - 602 and Sublayer 700 4:40:19

4M ago4:40:19

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You can peck out any time you like, but you can never leave. The Kongversation reaches out and grabs ya with a detailed discussion between Hyle and Jeff on Donkey Kong Bananza's wonder-holed Forest Layer and the events of Sublayer 700! Note: This episode only contains spoilers through the end of Sublayer 700.…

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1329 - Donkey Kong Bananza: Sublayer 400 and Sublayers 500 - 503 3:58:21

4M ago3:58:21

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The Kongversation Divides its time between Sublayer 400 and the Freezer Layer of Donkey Kong Bananza! And since there's a Freezer Layer, we had to have Freezer on as the co-host for this episode to figure out if the Zebras are getting milked and if DK is impressed with his horsey Bananza endowment! Note: This episode only contains spoilers through …

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1982 - The Game Awards 43:45

4M ago43:45

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And with that, 1982 comes to a close! I hope everyone enjoyed it as much as we have! We were truly fortunate to play some really great classics and hidden gems this year, join us in the final episode as we give out our awards to the best of the best! See everyone in 1983! Website - https://historyofvideogamespodcast.com Youtube - https://www.youtub…

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1328 - Donkey Kong Bananza: Sublayers 300 - 302 2:30:58

4M ago2:30:58

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Continuing the dive through Donkey Kong Bananza, Hyle and Malik discuss the Canyon Layer! The dusty refinery of the Banadium found across the Underground World, we ride its rails while pondering the absence of the Giraffes, the mystery of the Foreman, and whether or not one of its fossils actually came from Dinosaur Planet! Note: This episode only …

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1327 - Donkey Kong Bananza: Sublayer 200 2:54:07

5M ago2:54:07

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Welcome to the Fractone Appreciation Society! Hilltop Layer, Donkey Kong Bananza's second world, introduces us to the enigmatic rock people of the Underground World. Did they win over Hyle and Matt, or was all of our adoration reserved for the first 2D Challenge Course of the game? Note: This episode only contains spoilers through the end of Sublay…

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1982 - Sprite Hall of Fame 28:21

5M ago28:21

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Awards season is here, and this year it's coming to you in two parts! In this week's episode Ben and Wes look back on the year, talk about some stats, and nominate three sprites each to our Sprite Hall of Fame! You can find the new sprites already uploaded on our website - https://historyofvideogamespodcast.com Website - https://historyofvideogames…

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1326 - Donkey Kong Bananza: Sublayers 100 - 102 3:46:18

5M ago3:46:18

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Hyle and Mitchell get into an in-depth discussion about Donkey Kong Bananza's Lagoon Layer! From the intricate brilliance of the game design that becomes apparent in the world to the reveal of Odd Rock's identity as Pauline, we fish up forks and spoons alike as we sing and wiggle about Sublayers 100 to 102! Note: This episode only contains spoilers…

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1325 - Donkey Kong Bananza First Impressions and Sublayer 10 3:22:24

5M ago3:22:24

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Donkey Kong Bananza is here! Hyle and Dustin discuss their first thoughts on the long-awaited return of the Kong, including the game's controls, mechanics, and presentation, before mining up some 24-karat chat about the Ingot Isle prologue area! Note: This episode only contains spoilers through the end of Sublayer 10.…

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1982 - The End of the Golden Age....E.T. 1:14:48

5M ago1:14:48

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Our final episode of 1982 is here at last, and with it comes the end of an era. The Golden Age of arcade games is over.....all hail E.T. Website - https://historyofvideogamespodcast.com Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@historyofvideogamespodcast1994 Twitter - https://twitter.com/HistoryofVideo1 Email - [email protected] Hosts - Ben & Wes…

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1324 - Rare Layoffs and the End of Everwild 2:50:22

5M ago2:50:22

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The Kongversation discusses the July 2025 layoffs across Microsoft and Xbox Game Studios, which also impacted Rare, resulting in the cancellation of Everwild and the departure of several longtime creative talents at the studio.By www.DKVine.com

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1982 - Popeye 1:06:50

5M ago1:06:50

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Shigeru Miyamoto is back after his success with Donkey Kong and Donkey Kong Jr, but this time he gets to use the IP he always wanted - Popeye! Get ready to punch some beer cans, eat some spinach, and win Olive Oil's love in this all time classic! We also play Quantum, Springer, and Miner 2049er, so sit back and enjoy! Website - https://historyofvid…

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1323 - Donkey Kong Bananza Hype Cycle Call Sack 2 3:02:34

5M ago3:02:34

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The Kongversation answers Donkey Kong Bananza-based listener questions, theories, and concerns one more time before the game's release!By www.DKVine.com

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1982 - Buck Rogers: Planet of Zoom 1:20:51

6M ago1:20:51

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If Buck Rogers is known for one thing, it's zooming, but honestly he's only the first course in today's massive episode! Join us as we see if Wes can score 1 billion points Nibbler, find out if Ben can locate the pyramids in The Sands of Egypt, and learn how to use dominoes as weapons in Domino Man! Website - https://historyofvideogamespodcast.com …

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1322 - Donkey Kong Bananza (and why Caring about Lore Is Okay) 2:50:55

6M ago2:50:55

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Is the Donkey Kong fandom in BRAMBLE SHAMBLES? The Donkey Kong Bananza Direct has kicked up a regular Zinger's nest about Donkey Kong lore. "Nintendo doesn't worry about Donkey Kong lore, and neither should you." Oh, is that so? Courtney returns to the show to defend the notion of caring about a fictional universe, while also helping Hyle push asid…

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1321 - 30 Years of Donkey Kong Land 2:12:14

6M ago2:12:14

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Donkey Kong Land, Rare's sophomore entry in the DK Isles, and the second game in the Donkey Kong Country lineage, turns 30! Hyle and Malik look back to June 1995 and discuss how Donkey Kong Land helped shape modern Donkey Kong fandom... and its parallels with the current Donkey Kong Bananza Hype Cycle!…

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1320 - Stinky Ape Summer 2025: Donkey Kong Bananza Direct 2:32:14

6M ago2:32:14

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Broadcast live on https://www.twitch.tv/dkvine the day of the Donkey Kong Bananza Direct, Hyle and Dustin try their best to process a rarity in their line of work: 16 minutes of pure, unfiltered Donkey Kong news. Who, what, or when is the young Pauline? What's that about Donkey Kong's buttocks? Expresso's shoes WHERE? Diddy and Dixie Kong finally g…

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1319 - Mario Kart World First Impressions 3:50:18

6M ago3:50:18

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Mario Kart World kicks off a new era for both Nintendo and the DKU, but does it also kick ass? Hyle and Dustin go on a rambling Free Roam discussion about the big launch title, with a special emphasis (as always) on Donkey Kong!By www.DKVine.com

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1318 - Stinky Ape Summer 2025: Playtonic 2:41:46

6M ago2:41:46

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Broadcast live on https://www.twitch.tv/dkvine on June 12, 2025, Adam joins Hyle to discuss the just-released demo of Playtonic's Yooka-Replaylee... and for an in-depth breakdown of the recent controversies surrounding the studio.By www.DKVine.com

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1982 - Xevious 1:08:20

7M ago1:08:20

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After ten thousand years of GAMP rule, Mu has returned with hope! The ship Solvalou has been upgraded from knowledge gained on the planet Xevious, now it is time to fight the GAMP's for control over the Earth!.....Or something like that, the lore for this Galaxian type game goes pretty deep....but how does it play?! Join us in the last dual review …

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1317 - Stinky Ape Summer 2025: Xbox Showcase 1:05:11

7M ago1:05:11

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Broadcast live on https://www.twitch.tv/dkvine the day of the June 2025 Xbox Showcase, Hyle and Gibbon make the best out of a fairly uneventful showing for Rare and DKU fans! Sea of Thieves was there just as we predicted, Everwild was not, and some harsh scolding is directed towards those deliberately riling up Banjo-Kazooie fans. But hey, how abou…

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1316 - Stinky Ape Summer 2025 Kickoff! 2:14:44

7M ago2:14:44

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Broadcast live on https://www.twitch.tv/dkvine the morning of the Switch 2's launch, Hyle and Matt kick off a new era with a leisurely chat about what the video game announcement season (formerly known as E3) means to them before discussing the Stinky Ape Summer ahead. Nintendo Directs! Xbox Showcases! And at the center of it all: Donkey Kong Banan…