Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze - Nintendo Switch

Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze

Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze is a masterpiece of 2D platformer design, developed by Retro Studios and published by Nintendo for Nintendo Switch. Widely regarded as one of the finest platformers ever made, Tropical Freeze sends Donkey Kong and his friends on a thrilling adventure across six stunning frozen islands to reclaim their home from the villainous Snowmads. With breathtaking level design, a legendary soundtrack by David Wise, and a perfect balance of accessibility and challenge, Tropical Freeze is an essential Nintendo Switch title.

Six Stunning Islands

Tropical Freeze features six beautifully crafted islands — each with a distinct visual theme and a remarkable variety of level types. Race through lush jungles, frozen tundras, ancient ruins, and underwater caverns in levels that constantly introduce new ideas and surprises. Every world is a showcase of creative platformer design at its absolute finest, with each level feeling distinct and memorable.

Legendary Level Design

Tropical Freeze's level design is among the best in the history of the platformer genre — dynamic foreground and background elements, interactive environments, and a relentless stream of creative ideas that keep every level fresh and exciting. From levels that transform around you as you run to underwater stages with flowing currents and spectacular boss encounters, Tropical Freeze never stops surprising.

David Wise's Iconic Soundtrack

The legendary David Wise returns to compose Tropical Freeze's soundtrack — one of the most celebrated video game soundtracks of its generation. From the atmospheric jungle rhythms and sweeping orchestral pieces to the iconic remixes of classic Donkey Kong Country themes, the music of Tropical Freeze is a masterpiece that perfectly complements the game's stunning visuals and dynamic level design.

Funky Mode & Co-op

The Nintendo Switch version adds Funky Mode — play as the laid-back Funky Kong with extra health and unique abilities that make the game more accessible for younger or less experienced players. Two-player local co-op lets a second player join as Diddy, Dixie, or Cranky Kong — each with unique abilities that add new dimensions to exploration and combat.

• Platform: Nintendo Switch
• Genre: 2D Platformer
• Developer: Retro Studios | Publisher: Nintendo
• Modes: Single-Player, Local Co-op (2 players)
• Features: 6 islands, legendary level design, David Wise soundtrack, Funky Mode, Kong partners, 2-player co-op