Bought for my daughter's 9th birthday she loves playing it

When it was revealed that the next game from the beloved Retro Studios would be a follow-up to the Nintendo Wii game Donkey Kong Country Returns , it came as a surprise to many, and fan reactions were fairly mixed.

Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze will inspire a range of reactions. Fortunately it's not exactly a wide range of reactions, so we can probably just run through them one by one. Let's start with those of you who haven't played Donkey Kong Country since the days of the Super Nintendo.

It looks fantastic, with the extra grunt of the Wii U creating a sense of spectacle. The worlds are vibrantly coloured and rich in detail, with a hyperactive camera that swooshes outwards as explosive barrels fire you into the screen. The game is at its best when it explores one-shot gimmicks.

The world's most beloved simian family returns in another adventure, this time on the Switch (after first appearing on Wii U in 2014). Nintendo continues Donkey Kong Country's revival with Tropical Freeze, introducing new enemies and reintroducing old favorites.

Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze is the latest Wii U port to hit the Nintendo Switch and if you missed its initial release in 2014 and are planning on picking it up, then you're in for a treat…perhaps banana themed treats!

Satisfying; yet challenging platforming gameplay; Crisp; colourful visuals; Meaningful supporting characters; Funky Kong Mode is a speed running dream

Difficulty spike late on my surprise some

The latest in this line is Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze, from Retro Studios. A sequel to 2010's Donkey Kong Country Returns, the switch to new...

Tried-and-tested mechanics; Addictive Time Attack; Charming visuals

Fails to use the Wii U's USP; Plays it safe

Easily one of the best WiiU games out there. Great presentation, silky controls and a tough game to beat. Excellent 2 player mode. Highly recommended.

Excellent jeu sur wii U. 50$ moins cher que sur switch et plus difficile. Great game on Wii U. 50$ less dans on Switch and more difficult.

Whilst I was a fan of Donkey Kong Country Returns on the Wii (and 3DS), it did feel a little bit soulless. With the level design being a little subpar, the characters being forgettable and it not having the charm of other games in the series, but thankfully Tropical Freeze still oozes polish from...