Series: Donkey Kong and Mario

Donkey Kong, also known as DK, is a fictional gorilla created by Shigeru Miyamoto. He first appeared as the title character and antagonist of the 1981 arcade game Donkey Kong, where he kidnapped Pauline, the girlfriend of Mario. The game was a huge success and led to the Donkey Kong series, which has spawned dozens of sequels and spin-offs. In the original Donkey Kong games, Donkey Kong was a hulking, brutish creature who was always up for a fight. However, in the Donkey Kong Country series, which was launched in 1994, Donkey Kong was reimagined as a more heroic character. This version of Donkey Kong is a skilled acrobat and explorer who is always on the lookout for new adventures. Donkey Kong is one of the most popular and iconic characters in video game history. He has appeared in over 200 games and has been featured in several television shows and movies. He is also a playable character in the Super Smash Bros. series of fighting games. Donkey Kong is a beloved character who has brought joy to millions of people around the world. He is a reminder that even the biggest and strongest of creatures can be kind and gentle.