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Donkey Kong III is an arcade game released for the Nintendo NES in 1984. The gameplay centers around the player controlling Stanley, an exterminator, who must protect his greenhouse from the invading Donkey Kong. Unlike traditional platformers, the main objective is to repel Donkey Kong by spraying him with bug spray, pushing him upwards through the level.
The game features a steady, action-oriented pace, requiring quick reflexes to fend off not only Donkey Kong but also various insects that try to interfere. A unique mechanic involves using the bug spray as both a weapon and a tool to manipulate Donkey Kong's position, adding a strategic layer beyond simple jumping or attacking.
Donkey Kong III introduces an unusual idea by placing the player in a non-conventional role against a classic character, focusing on defense rather than attack. A distinctive element is the vertical playfield where Donkey Kong ascends as damage is dealt, contrasting with typical horizontal side-scrolling stages common in arcade titles of the era.
