@superjoebros64 I'm with you on the Orangsprint though. Fun ability that was given annoying missions (two of which involve characters laughing in your face when you don't beat them in a race)
While I get this is for the vanilla game, I've played a Randomizer of the game many times now, and you can quickly get an understanding of how much content is locked behind certain abilities that you take for granted. It definitely gets you to appreciate many abilities in the game and see which ones aren't helpful in the slightest.
Great Video! just loved the fact at 18:27 that u "spoiled" the last ability because of an mistake - but that's totally fine and easily overlooked! You also have a great voice man, keep it up
oooooooh. yeah 😅 I accidentally went out of order in the video clip. And re-organizing the voice over wouldn't have worked. Fixing it would have been a pain and wouldn't have been worth it. I totally forgot about this, nice catch haha. Appreciate it! Glad you enjoyed!
@superjoebros64 Makes sense. It's usable to all kongs, it's strong, and while it does require charging, you can move while charging. And it gets you rainbow coins. And very helpful for getting the crowns. The only downside is that it costs a crystal every time.... Which is not bad.
While a lot of these moves are pretty lackluster, the ones that really work pull a lot of weight. I personally think Rocket Barrel controls alright once you get the hang of it and figure out hovering with Z, and Pony Tail Twirl is an awesome move. Lots of duds and missed opportunities, but there are some diamonds for sure!
Good list, but IMO barrel blast and its associated levels are some of the most iconic DK moments, I couldn't get enough of it. The first person perspective was a perfect way to adapt this mechanic from the 2D games too.
Creative, yes, but when it takes you to one of the most demanding instances of Beaver Bother in the game... Also, Squawks has to teach you the Orangstand Sprint right as you exit the barrel. Which would be fine if his talking stopped time, but unless that's a difference between emulation -- which the Let's Player I watched used -- and original hardware, the Beetle gets to keep going while you're forced to stand still, and I assume the same would be true of the Rabbit. I remember seeing a place in Fungi Forest where you needed a higher-tier switch to get inside, but once you are inside, there was a lower-tier switch. Also, I saw circumstances where the homing was actively detrimental. Like where you're trying to hit a Banana Balloon, but it homes in on a nearby enemy on the other side of the wall. (It was a Kasplat in Fungi Forest. The player just had to go around and kill the Kapslat, but still.) Even worse, another Banana Balloon is the target, but the ammo homes in on a switch. An already-pressed switch, so it doesn't even need to be pressed again. So yeah, you kind of just have to waste all your remaining homing ammo if you want that balloon. I thought it was a solution to an existing hardware limitation, but I got that from that same LPer I've been referencing, so we could be wrong. Still, the Silent Hill fog this is not.
12:54 "Why split this up into three?" I have one reason to separate the Super Duper Simian Slam from the first two: its delayed animation for Diddy, Lanky, and Tiny. (Donkey Kong and Chunky don't really slow down.) I bring this up because in Crystal Caves, one of Lanky's Golden Banana is basically a Ground-Pound minigame with the ghost in the ice castle. Trying to beat that ghost with Super Duper Simian Slam was so difficult, that I thought I locked myself out of that Golden Banana; I swore to always get that banana before upgrading to Super Duper.
Great list! I'd just say Hunky Chunky is an easy S tier. As a kid, you just felt almighty as soon as you went that big and on unclimbable trees 💪 But it's your list so why not :-D
Diddy Kong is the only Kong who has the ability to perform a SM64-style double jump (as in, jump twice in a row to go higher, not a midair one). I wish that got used more often, and maybe was an official Cranky-obtained ability.
If you stand at the edge of an instrument pad while also touching the ground and play the instrument, it doesn’t take away one headphone but still kills all the enemies around you!
I wish the base orangstand was faster much like talon trot. Would really cement him as a true hidden speedster or let him walk across some walls like he does in the krool cutscene. Or maybe give the wall walking to the barrel version, idk.
I agree f tier on sniper. Also, because 2 of the few times used, are for both creepy castle beaver bothers 😅. Rocket barrel boost should be higher, and shockwave should be mentioned, and at A tier i think!
Best points in the videos: Ponytail Twirl is the lone S-tier unique Kong ability, nothing really comes close. Frantic Factory Boss is the best Key Boss, hands down. Disagreements: DK's lever pulling ability over Barrel Blast? one is a unique DK exclusive mini game, that is sometimes very challenging and includes secret collectibles if you're good enough at it. The other is a glorified button press, that yes, does get used as a puzzle, but Barrel Blast is actually a fun challenge versus pull 3 switches in the right order. Okay, that's all, great rankings, loved the video!
You make an excellent point! And I have to agree with you. I have a rough time with the barrels 😂 but I shouldn't let my own opinion get in the way of what's actually a creative ability. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and watching! 🍌🐒
@superjoebros64 for sure thanks man. What settings did you input? I'm seeing a long list of options and don't know what anything is. I mainly just want the easy Nintendo Coin like you got lol
I felt that…while watching the video. I’m sorry, I had to. 😂 You are not the only one to have that situation happen in Crystal caves with Lanky and the baboon balloon to get a measly 15 blue bananas. I’ve had that happen several times and I get so damn frustrated. I definitely know your pain. Also, I love the orangstand sprint, even if it’s kind of underwhelming. Also, I always spam the instruments because it’s so fun to destroy every enemy in the room. So damn fun to use. 😂
This video is a banger! S tier content! I enjoy that it’s a 20 min video as well. Nicely done dude🍻 The worst thing about the jet pack is the annoying music the game plays when using it lol🤦♂️
Already starting off strong kong 💪 My favorite ability in the whole game is the shockwave. It just looks so badass, and I wish it was in Smash Bros somehow
Love the video but I need to ask what happened to ramby transformation and banana fairy bomb? Sure, ramby is niche, but it's fun to just be mowing down baddies and opening a door or two. But the banana fairy bomb being an instant kill and free 5 coins on all dirt patches was a great find. Not to mention, I love hopping into worlds with it charging just to get a constant bubble effect during the zoom in transition.
well....there was 1 ability you didn't list which was the shockwave move you unlock as soon as you start the Banana Fairy sidequest (can can be started as early as partway done with the 2nd level Angry Aztec or before starting level 3 or level 4 Frantic Factory or Gloomy Galleon), where you can charge up a powerful shockwave that costs 1 Crystal Coconut and insta-kill's any enemy that gets hit by it, useful for dealing with Kasplat's, Kosha's and groups of enemies edit: also i personally feel like DK kinda get's screwed with his abilities in Donkey Kong 64, the barrel blast course is perfectly in character with him, invincibility just feels weird and it used i think like 3 times in the game...and Gorilla Grab is just dumb
I can’t right now. I need some time to process your experience. You probably lied about it and have a vendetta against this beetle. That’s the only explanation.
I can't how much fun I had with jet pack on the open world with unlimited crystal coconuts and chuncky kong I would just run around and have just fun S tier for definitely
As the Wii U version removed most of the lags (which ruin the game btw), I'm wondering if the mechanical fish golden banana is still available even with the Sniper Scope upgrade on Wii U. What do you think about both the Shockwave Attack and the Banana Fairy Camera ? They weren't mentioned in the video !
THE SHOCKWAVE! Oh man I always forget the shockwave. I'd say at least A tier. Incredible power, defeats even the toughest enemies right away, but can get pricey with crystal coconuts. The camera is not much of an ability 😅 so I'd say B tier maybe
Gonna have to disagree with you on Strong Kong...almost every Banana in the game that supposedly "requires" it can be done without, as long as you have at least two melons' worth of HP. I can only think of two areas that hard require it, and one is solely a creation of the DK64 Randomizer and other ROM hacks...the spinning ice wall in the igloo of Crystal Caves didn't have a DK Barrel originally. Jetbarrel could've been better if they allowed you to zoom in like Banjo-Tooie would do. Monkeyport, O-Stand Sprint, and Gone could've been better if there were three more levels to use the move in or they otherwise spread the moves like they did in Banjo-Kazooie (nine levels, learned all moves in six, learned all the moves that mattered in three). You left out the Fairy Cam and Shockwave, the latter of which is an easy S-tier for me. ^^;
What does your tier list look like?! 🍌🐒
I personally dont find diddys jetpack that bad
@Nurah.S.S I'm a fan of it for sure! It took some time with the controls, but it's still great!
@superjoebros64 I'm with you on the Orangsprint though. Fun ability that was given annoying missions (two of which involve characters laughing in your face when you don't beat them in a race)
@ropecrewman36 such a fun ability and has potential! So close.
My favorite aspect of getting a new Kong ability from Cranky? Seeing what the funny "scientific name" is when the Kong drinks their potion. 😂
Truly a wonderful aspect of the game! 😂 some of the names are hilarious!
If you exit the sniper view while the fan is spinning in the fish, you can make it and still get the banana.
That's the trick I've heard too! A shame that they scope creates lag, but at least there's still a work around!
That sounds hilarious out of context 😭
Chunky's air attack > All else.
That shit is so fucking funny.
"OOOOOREGH"
😂😂😂 images I can hear
Still hard to believe this game is 25 years old now.
Where did the time go?!
As someone who maybe has 5K hours in this game and a former speedrunner of 101% back in the day not a bad list
Holy cow, much respect to ya 🫡 you probably know this game better than me!
Thanks for watching! More to come.
@ He’ll yeah
While I get this is for the vanilla game, I've played a Randomizer of the game many times now, and you can quickly get an understanding of how much content is locked behind certain abilities that you take for granted. It definitely gets you to appreciate many abilities in the game and see which ones aren't helpful in the slightest.
For sure! Love these abilities but a lot are definitely designed around blocking parts of the game temporarily. Love the randomizer! It's incredible
Great Video! just loved the fact at 18:27 that u "spoiled" the last ability because of an mistake - but that's totally fine and easily overlooked! You also have a great voice man, keep it up
oooooooh. yeah 😅 I accidentally went out of order in the video clip. And re-organizing the voice over wouldn't have worked. Fixing it would have been a pain and wouldn't have been worth it. I totally forgot about this, nice catch haha.
Appreciate it! Glad you enjoyed!
He forgot one ability.
The energy wave you get from the fairy queen.
I know! 😅 slipped my mind. Easy A tier, at least
@superjoebros64
Makes sense.
It's usable to all kongs, it's strong, and while it does require charging, you can move while charging. And it gets you rainbow coins. And very helpful for getting the crowns. The only downside is that it costs a crystal every time....
Which is not bad.
WHO TOLD YOU I COMMIT TAX FRAUD!?
Uh I mean... happy DK December!
Gotta pay those taxes! 😂 the IRS will always win lol
amazing editing on this video - I'm replaying dk64 at the moment, so great timing
Appreciate it! 😁 I'm itching to replay DK64 now haha
LOVED this game when I was a kid
Glad you’re dedicating a month of DK64 shtuff
Big same, this game was my childhood! I'm happy to have you join in on the fun 😁 it's going to be a great month!
While a lot of these moves are pretty lackluster, the ones that really work pull a lot of weight. I personally think Rocket Barrel controls alright once you get the hang of it and figure out hovering with Z, and Pony Tail Twirl is an awesome move. Lots of duds and missed opportunities, but there are some diamonds for sure!
Well said!! I think most of these abilities are great ideas, but just haven't quite found a way to be utilized at its best!
Good list, but IMO barrel blast and its associated levels are some of the most iconic DK moments, I couldn't get enough of it. The first person perspective was a perfect way to adapt this mechanic from the 2D games too.
That's totally fair! Diddy and his jetpack are so iconic afterall
3:58 The way the music changes from 3:58-4:18 is top-notch production quality 👍🏽
Great attention to detail! 😁 all about those music edits!
I'd put the weapons up to S because they're the reason the game has a fun multiplayer.
Honestly though! That's valid!
Creative, yes, but when it takes you to one of the most demanding instances of Beaver Bother in the game...
Also, Squawks has to teach you the Orangstand Sprint right as you exit the barrel. Which would be fine if his talking stopped time, but unless that's a difference between emulation -- which the Let's Player I watched used -- and original hardware, the Beetle gets to keep going while you're forced to stand still, and I assume the same would be true of the Rabbit.
I remember seeing a place in Fungi Forest where you needed a higher-tier switch to get inside, but once you are inside, there was a lower-tier switch.
Also, I saw circumstances where the homing was actively detrimental. Like where you're trying to hit a Banana Balloon, but it homes in on a nearby enemy on the other side of the wall. (It was a Kasplat in Fungi Forest. The player just had to go around and kill the Kapslat, but still.) Even worse, another Banana Balloon is the target, but the ammo homes in on a switch. An already-pressed switch, so it doesn't even need to be pressed again. So yeah, you kind of just have to waste all your remaining homing ammo if you want that balloon.
I thought it was a solution to an existing hardware limitation, but I got that from that same LPer I've been referencing, so we could be wrong. Still, the Silent Hill fog this is not.
Oh gosh, you're so right about the homing ammo. So many problems with these kind of upgrades!
I certainly like the potion naming (what shows up at the bottom when drinking the potion)
it's so humorous and on point with Rare haha
This was a super well done video bro
Heck yeah, thank you very much! 🍌🐒 glad you enjoyed it!
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@ OMG gloomy gallon should have a video all for itself. Wouldn’t that be cool? LMAO! That’s always been my favorite world.
@@christiangledhill4848 😉 Dec 13th!
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12:54 "Why split this up into three?"
I have one reason to separate the Super Duper Simian Slam from the first two: its delayed animation for Diddy, Lanky, and Tiny.
(Donkey Kong and Chunky don't really slow down.)
I bring this up because in Crystal Caves, one of Lanky's Golden Banana is basically a Ground-Pound minigame with the ghost in the ice castle.
Trying to beat that ghost with Super Duper Simian Slam was so difficult, that I thought I locked myself out of that Golden Banana; I swore to always get that banana before upgrading to Super Duper.
holy crap, that's the first I'm hearing of it! It makes sense though, now that you bring it up. That's brutal!
Great list!
I'd just say Hunky Chunky is an easy S tier. As a kid, you just felt almighty as soon as you went that big and on unclimbable trees 💪
But it's your list so why not :-D
Such a great point that I didn't consider! I loooooved going Hunky Chunky as a kid, it's such a fun twist haha
Diddy Kong is the only Kong who has the ability to perform a SM64-style double jump (as in, jump twice in a row to go higher, not a midair one). I wish that got used more often, and maybe was an official Cranky-obtained ability.
I LOVE doing that jump! I don't think enough people know about it
I didn't even get far in the video before the comedy got me clicking the like and subscribe buttons. You're very funny :D
Appreciate it!! I try my best to sprinkle in the funnys. You came just in time, there's plenty more Kong-tent! 🍌🐒
If you stand at the edge of an instrument pad while also touching the ground and play the instrument, it doesn’t take away one headphone but still kills all the enemies around you!
I noticed that recently! Love that little tip
I wish the base orangstand was faster much like talon trot. Would really cement him as a true hidden speedster or let him walk across some walls like he does in the krool cutscene. Or maybe give the wall walking to the barrel version, idk.
YES!!! That would be amazing! And the ability would be all the better from a tiny boost
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The first video of Donkey Kong December and I already love it! Almost agreed with your tier list! Can’t wait to see what’s coming up next!🐒🍌💯
Heck yeah, cheers!! 🍌
I agree f tier on sniper. Also, because 2 of the few times used, are for both creepy castle beaver bothers 😅. Rocket barrel boost should be higher, and shockwave should be mentioned, and at A tier i think!
Could have been a cool ability but nooo 😭 definitely needed the shockwave! My b
@superjoebros64 lol all good. Great list!
Best points in the videos:
Ponytail Twirl is the lone S-tier unique Kong ability, nothing really comes close.
Frantic Factory Boss is the best Key Boss, hands down.
Disagreements:
DK's lever pulling ability over Barrel Blast? one is a unique DK exclusive mini game, that is sometimes very challenging and includes secret collectibles if you're good enough at it. The other is a glorified button press, that yes, does get used as a puzzle, but Barrel Blast is actually a fun challenge versus pull 3 switches in the right order.
Okay, that's all, great rankings, loved the video!
You make an excellent point! And I have to agree with you. I have a rough time with the barrels 😂 but I shouldn't let my own opinion get in the way of what's actually a creative ability. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and watching! 🍌🐒
Well done! Very well thought out in terms of their application.
Heck yeah! 😁 so much to consider here!
@superjoebros64 hey Joe random question, when you played the DK64 randomizer where did you download it?
@RenegadeGamer89 right here!
dk64randomizer.com/
@superjoebros64 for sure thanks man. What settings did you input? I'm seeing a long list of options and don't know what anything is. I mainly just want the easy Nintendo Coin like you got lol
@@RenegadeGamer89 I truly don't remember 😅 I might be able to send over my file. If you're on Twitter or Discord reach out to remind!
I felt that…while watching the video. I’m sorry, I had to. 😂
You are not the only one to have that situation happen in Crystal caves with Lanky and the baboon balloon to get a measly 15 blue bananas. I’ve had that happen several times and I get so damn frustrated. I definitely know your pain.
Also, I love the orangstand sprint, even if it’s kind of underwhelming. Also, I always spam the instruments because it’s so fun to destroy every enemy in the room. So damn fun to use. 😂
You get it 😂
I'm happy to know I'm not the only one to struggle with Crystal Caves there! It's super frustrating in that moment!
This video is a banger! S tier content! I enjoy that it’s a 20 min video as well. Nicely done dude🍻 The worst thing about the jet pack is the annoying music the game plays when using it lol🤦♂️
Heck yeah! ✌️😁 off to a great start!
Oh nah I rather enjoy the music with the jetpack, but it could use a few more bars. The loop can be a bit quick!
Excellent editing ❤
Mah man! Thank you! 😁
the start of Donkey Kong December, the wait is over, let's goooo
CHEERS! 🍌🐒
Already starting off strong kong 💪
My favorite ability in the whole game is the shockwave. It just looks so badass, and I wish it was in Smash Bros somehow
Oooooh the shockwave could be an interesting final smash
@superjoebros64 if only the dk in smash was the same dk from 64 😔
@@haunterghostpoison4651 dk from dk64 is my hero 😌 there's no other version like him lol
Love the video but I need to ask what happened to ramby transformation and banana fairy bomb?
Sure, ramby is niche, but it's fun to just be mowing down baddies and opening a door or two.
But the banana fairy bomb being an instant kill and free 5 coins on all dirt patches was a great find. Not to mention, I love hopping into worlds with it charging just to get a constant bubble effect during the zoom in transition.
I didn't consider the animal transformations to be an ability, and I genuinely forgot about the shockwave! Just so many abilities to consider!
Saying the twirl and by extension mad jack is anywhere but Z tier is utter madness
Naaaaaah
well....there was 1 ability you didn't list which was the shockwave move you unlock as soon as you start the Banana Fairy sidequest (can can be started as early as partway done with the 2nd level Angry Aztec or before starting level 3 or level 4 Frantic Factory or Gloomy Galleon), where you can charge up a powerful shockwave that costs 1 Crystal Coconut and insta-kill's any enemy that gets hit by it, useful for dealing with Kasplat's, Kosha's and groups of enemies
edit: also i personally feel like DK kinda get's screwed with his abilities in Donkey Kong 64, the barrel blast course is perfectly in character with him, invincibility just feels weird and it used i think like 3 times in the game...and Gorilla Grab is just dumb
I can't believe I forgot the shockwave 😭 it's an amazing ability!
Agreed with DK. He could use a little touching up!
7:02 what?! Did you just call beetlerace rematch unfun?! How could you?! It was unironically amazing! I feel attacked…
I mean... I didn't have fun with it 😅
I can’t right now. I need some time to process your experience. You probably lied about it and have a vendetta against this beetle. That’s the only explanation.
It's the rematch with Lanky that is especially difficult for me
Before even watching I already knew which cranky kong upgrade would be in s tier lol
Hahaha ayyyye. Real ones know 🍌🐒
That arcade game had me rage quitting because I’m a completionist.
It's my nemesis lol. it's the one thing that keeps me up at night
@ Rareware really did a “get gud” with that one.
@@triggeredcat120 they sure did 😂
Is it late a night? Yes. But I can’t pass this up
Hahaha real ones know 😁
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I can't how much fun I had with jet pack on the open world with unlimited crystal coconuts and chuncky kong I would just run around and have just fun S tier for definitely
Oooooh great point!! With unlimited crystals, those are some S tier abilities
5:15 I went there with diddy kong when I played it for the first time and I didn’t know that I went there with the wrong kong lol
Rare knew how to pull a fast one 😂
@@superjoebros64 What do you mean by that?
16:43 dude I had to rewind the video 10 seconds to make sure I got that right 😂
😂
Tiny is peak
The GOAT! Rare was cooking when designing Tiny!
@ fr
ITS BEGINS! DKCEMBER!
MERRY KONG-MAS TO EVERYONE! 😁
As the Wii U version removed most of the lags (which ruin the game btw), I'm wondering if the mechanical fish golden banana is still available even with the Sniper Scope upgrade on Wii U.
What do you think about both the Shockwave Attack and the Banana Fairy Camera ? They weren't mentioned in the video !
THE SHOCKWAVE! Oh man I always forget the shockwave. I'd say at least A tier. Incredible power, defeats even the toughest enemies right away, but can get pricey with crystal coconuts.
The camera is not much of an ability 😅 so I'd say B tier maybe
Was wondering about the shockwave!
@@cooperlauck186 how could I forget 😭
What is wrong with me I am 40 watching this at work... I loved this game
ALSO,, i really appreciate your commentary " I felt that" I FEEL your " I felt that" :) lol
No no, work can wait! It's time for Monkey Smash 😂
Appreciate it! Thanks for watching 🍌🐒
I forgot entirely about the tiny warp and I played the game two months ago says a lot about it's pointlessness
haha yeeeaah. That's a real bummer. She has so many great abilities, and then this one miss
On 12/12 should I release... the funny?
The funny?? 🤨
Gonna have to disagree with you on Strong Kong...almost every Banana in the game that supposedly "requires" it can be done without, as long as you have at least two melons' worth of HP. I can only think of two areas that hard require it, and one is solely a creation of the DK64 Randomizer and other ROM hacks...the spinning ice wall in the igloo of Crystal Caves didn't have a DK Barrel originally.
Jetbarrel could've been better if they allowed you to zoom in like Banjo-Tooie would do.
Monkeyport, O-Stand Sprint, and Gone could've been better if there were three more levels to use the move in or they otherwise spread the moves like they did in Banjo-Kazooie (nine levels, learned all moves in six, learned all the moves that mattered in three).
You left out the Fairy Cam and Shockwave, the latter of which is an easy S-tier for me. ^^;
Yeah those last 2 abilities went completely over my head. They're solid for sure!
He go big to BIGGEST
😂 mah man Chunky is huge
Orangastand in B!?!?
I said what I said 😂 I can consider low A tier!
Man they need to put DK64 on the damn NSO and stop playing
For real, what are they doing? 😭
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I always feel bad for DK (in a comedic way) when using the Baboon Blast. He legit sounds like he's not enjoying being launched from the barrels.
hahaha he really does! Poor guy.