Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D is a side-scrolling platform game developed by Retro Studios and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo 3DS in 2013. It is a remake of the original Donkey Kong Country Returns game. for Wii in 2010.
The game is set on Donkey Kong Island, which is covered in ice and snow by a wizard named Snowmads. Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong must go through challenging levels to defeat the Snowmads and rescue Donkey Kong island.
The game has similar gameplay to previous Donkey Kong Country games, with the main characters able to jump, slide, and use various tools to overcome obstacles. The game also adds several new features, such as the ability to use 3D effects and new levels. Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D was highly regarded by critics, with an average score of 87/100 on Metacritic. The game was also a commercial success, with sales of over 2.5 million copies worldwide.