

The game was re-released as a free downloadable title for the Nintendo 3DS on December 16, 2011. Donkey Kong series this is the only game in the series, however, to feature Mario himself as a playable character since the later games have the player control Mini-Marios. This game spawned multiple sequels and became the first installment of the Mario vs. Donkey Kong is more of a puzzle platformer Mario must find the best route to complete the level by hitting switches and interacting with other objects, often in a specific order. Despite bringing elements from the previous platformers, Mario vs.

2, especially with picking up enemies and items. The game is more or less a spiritual successor to Donkey Kong for the Game Boy, as it features the return of many original elements such as the construction site setting, Mario's athleticism, and using the hammer, and borrows elements from Super Mario Bros. It brings back Mario and Donkey Kong's rivalry from the Super Mario franchise's first game, Donkey Kong. Donkey Kong is a game for the Game Boy Advance.
