Donkey Kong 's confusing lineage and identity might have just been hinted at in the Mario Kart World Direct, with one shot suggesting he might be DK Jr after all.

Mario vs. Donkey Kong. When it comes to classic rivalries, the age-old tiff between Nintendo’s plumber and its darn, dirty ape is actually one that stands the test of time.

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Cranky and Wrinkly Kong’s son is Donkey Kong Jr., who - despite what the Super Mario Bros. Movie may have tried to tell you - is not actually our current Donkey Kong.

Donkey Kong Jr. is on his way to set him free! Skillfully jump and hang on to vines, avoid the enemies, get to the top, and steal the cage's key from Mario.

In the sequel, Mario is the bad guy, capturing DK while you play as Donkey Kong Jr. swinging across vines and avoiding crocodiles on the way to the rescue.