Finally, you can take the ladder at the end.īy now, Donkey Kong's first barrel should be about to hit you. Watch your timing! The second option is to take the middle ladder, being weary that a barrel may take that path. When the hammer is raised over your head, a barrel can sneak under and still hit you. The hammer is useful for those chasing a big high score, as you get 300 points for each barrel you smash, and it gives you an opportunity to dispose of the flame guy. On the second platform, you have three options at your disposal for methods of advancing to the next platform. Continue to move right, past the broken ladder, and proceed to climb the ladder at the end of the platform. This enemy will pursue you throughout the level, so you must act fast. This barrel will combine with the flaming drum at the bottom of the level to produce a fiery enemy. When you gain control of Mario, move immediately to your right, as Donkey Kong will drop a barrel right away. To make matters worse, Donkey Kong has bounced up and down on the girders, causing them to bend downwards, so he can throw barrels down the girders to prevent you from reaching him.

Between you and Pauline lies a large concoction of girders and ladders. At the top of the level is your arch enemy, Donkey Kong, as well as your dearly beloved Pauline.

After the introduction (How high can you get?), the game will display the first level, which in this case appears to be a construction yard.

Donkeykong arcade game