Stanley
A greenhouse owner who uses an insecticide sprayer to defend his plants and drive Donkey Kong away.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Joystick Left | Move Stanley left |
|---|---|
Joystick Right | Move Stanley right |
Spray button | Spray insecticide upward |
Control notes
The arcade cabinet uses a joystick and a dedicated spray button.
Button labels and cabinet layouts can vary by arcade installation.
How it plays
How does Donkey Kong 3 play?
Donkey Kong 3 uses a single fixed screen viewed from the side. Stanley moves horizontally along the bottom of the greenhouse and sprays upward to push Donkey Kong toward the top of the screen.
The objective is to force Donkey Kong off the upper edge before the insects reach and damage the flowers. Players can also spray insects directly, but ammunition is limited by the spray meter. After clearing a screen, the game advances to another wave with increasing speed and pressure. The arcade game is primarily a one-player score attack.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Donkey Kong 3?
Stay near the center so Stanley can respond quickly to insects approaching from either side. Use short sprays to keep Donkey Kong moving upward rather than wasting the meter continuously.
Prioritize insects that are close to the flowers, then return your aim to Donkey Kong. Watch the spray gauge and avoid letting the insects spread across both sides of the screen at once.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Donkey Kong
The giant ape at the top of the greenhouse. Stanley must spray him upward to clear each screen.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Use controlled bursts instead of holding the spray button constantly.
- 2
Clear threats near the flowers before focusing on Donkey Kong.
- 3
Keep enough spray available for the final push at the top.
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