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Donkey Kong

Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) FREE NO DOWNLOAD

Jump straight into Donkey Kong for Nintendo Entertainment System (NES): 100% free, runs in your browser, nothing to install.

About Donkey Kong

Donkey Kong is a classic Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) game you can play online here for free. The Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) revived home gaming in the 8-bit era and is where the original Mario, Zelda and Metroid began.

There’s nothing to download — Donkey Kong runs straight in your browser with save states, fast-forward, full gamepad support and touch controls on mobile.

Whether you’re revisiting a childhood favorite or discovering Donkey Kong for the first time, OldGames.Games gives you instant access at full speed — and the related Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) games below keep the session going.

Platform
Nintendo Entertainment System (NES)
Players
1 player
Price
Free

Default Controls

You can play with keyboard, gamepad, or touch (on mobile). The default keyboard layout is below; remap any key inside the emulator settings.

↑↓←→D-Pad
ZB
XA
EnterStart
ShiftSelect

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Donkey Kong really free to play?

Yes. Every game on OldGames.Games is free to play in your browser. There are no downloads or hidden fees; a free account is required to play.

Can I save my progress?

Yes. The emulator supports save states — you can save the exact moment you're at and resume later from any device by signing into a free OldGames account.

Does Donkey Kong work on mobile?

Yes. The emulator includes touch controls optimised for phones and tablets. iPhone, iPad, Android — all supported.

Can I use a gamepad?

Yes. Connect any USB or Bluetooth controller (Xbox, PlayStation, 8BitDo, Switch Pro, etc.) and it will be detected automatically.

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