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Donkey Kong

Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) FREE NO DOWNLOAD

Donkey Kong is a classic Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) video game. You can play Donkey Kong right here in your web browser — no download, no installation, no signup required. Save states, fast-forward, gamepad support and mobile touch controls all work out of the box.

About Donkey Kong

Donkey Kong is a classic Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) video game. You can play Donkey Kong right here in your web browser — no download, no installation, no signup required. Save states, fast-forward, gamepad support and mobile touch controls all work out of the box.

Whether you're revisiting a childhood favorite or discovering Donkey Kong for the first time, OldGames.Games gives you instant access at full speed. The Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) library has dozens of legendary titles — once you finish Donkey Kong, jump straight into another classic from the same era using the related games section below.

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, no signups, and no hidden fees.

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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