Diddy Kong, a character in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, originates from the Donkey Kong series, which is a Nintendo franchise that began with the release of the game “Donkey Kong” in 1981. Diddy Kong made his first appearance in the game “Donkey Kong Country” for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) in 1994.
Appearance: In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Diddy Kong appears as a small, agile, and anthropomorphic monkey with brown fur. He is recognizable by his red baseball cap, yellow shirt, and his use of a peanut popgun as a primary weapon.
Abilities and Fighting Style: Diddy Kong is known for his agility, speed, and acrobatic movements. His fighting style is nimble and incorporates a combination of punches, kicks, and the use of various items, such as his peanut popgun and a rocket barrel jetpack.
Special Moves:
- Neutral Special – Peanut Popgun: Diddy Kong fires peanuts from his popgun, and players can charge the attack for increased power and distance.
- Side Special – Monkey Flip: Diddy Kong performs a flipping attack that can grab opponents and also serve as a recovery move.
- Up Special – Rocketbarrel Boost: Diddy Kong propels himself upwards using a rocket barrel jetpack, providing vertical recovery.
- Down Special – Banana Peel: Diddy Kong drops a banana peel that can cause opponents to slip and fall.
Final Smash – Hyper Rocketbarrel:** Diddy Kong’s Final Smash involves him summoning a rocketbarrel jetpack, turning it into a high-powered rocket, and flying around the stage, dealing damage to caught opponents.
In-Game Unlocking: Diddy Kong is available as a starting character in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and does not need to be unlocked.
Trophies and Spirits: Diddy Kong has associated trophies and spirits in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. These collectibles provide additional information about Diddy Kong’s role in the Donkey Kong series and various poses or scenes.
Crossover Gameplay: The inclusion of Diddy Kong in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate allows players to engage in battles featuring this agile and mischievous monkey against fighters from different Nintendo franchises and beyond. Diddy Kong’s speed and unique moveset make him a dynamic addition to the diverse roster of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.