Meanwhile, the Donkey Kong Country trilogy is already available on Switch Online. In January, Donkey Kong Country Returns HD is set to hit Switch.

Rumors suggest that a new 3D Donkey Kong was once on the way before being canceled and, if true, its absence will certainly be felt.

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Following the tweet, fans have already been speculating what could be in store for the series. "Donkey Kong 64 on Expansion Pack seems like a super safe bet," says Twitter user Marcdachamp.

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However, like Donkey Kong and Diddy before them, they'll have to deal with the Kremlings throughout 36 levels. Not even two weeks ago, Nintendo brought Donkey Kong Land to Switch Online.

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