Don Doko Don

Don Doko Don is an action platformer originally released in the arcade and later ported to home platforms. Players control bearded dwarves who use mallets to stun enemies, then pick them up and throw them at other foes.

Defeated enemies leave behind fruit that can be collected for points. Clearing every enemy advances the game to a generally more difficult level, while potions, hammers, and books provide effects such as increased speed, greater power, or alternate ways to defeat enemies. Certain screens also contain secret levels.

Game Information

• Release: 1988
• Genres: Action; Platform; Platform / Run Jump
• Developers: ITL, Taito, Taito Corporation
• Publishers: Taito, Taito Corporation Japan
• Platforms: Arcade, Family Computer, Final Burn Alpha Neo, HB MAME, NEC PC Engine, Nintendo Entertainment System, Nintendo Famicom, and TurboGrafx-16/PC Engine

The Nintendo Entertainment System sequel, Don Doko Don 2, takes a more standard side-scrolling platformer approach.