The Kongversation: Donkey Kong Universe Discussion

Mini 038 - Mario Kart Tour's Last Ride

Mario Kart Tour is shutting down on September 30th. Hyle and David react to the news, taking stock of the loss of another DKU game. At least we didn't spend any real money on it, right? *checks bank statements* Oh, no.

1426 - 45 Years of Donkey Kong

Broadcast live on https://www.twitch.tv/dkvine on July 9th, 2026, Hyle and Dustin honor the 45th anniversary of the original Donkey Kong game! We discuss ho the series has rebuilt itself since the 40th anniversary, while examining how Donkey Kong Bananza has helped recontextualize the arcade roots with the Donkey Kong Country games. Then we ask what do the next 45 years look like for the franchise, sharing some bold predictions between now and 2071!

1425 - Super Pocket Rare Edition First Impressions

Hyle and Gibbon discuss the Super Pocket Rare Edition! Bundled with 14 games, it includes a new official build of Banjo-Kazooie with quite a few surprises for longtime fans. How does the classic 3D platformer even work with a D-Pad? Is it worth the purchase? And did Hyle accidentally wreck a beloved bit in Conker's Pocket Tales?

1424 - Nintendo Sound Clock: Alarmo First Impressions

A Donkey Kong Bananza theme was added to Nintendo's Alarmo on June 9th, 2026. The Kongversation obviously needed to do an episode about it. This is that attempt.

1423 - Sea of Thieves: Season 19, a Movie, and Xbox Woes

19 seasons and a movie? Maybe! Hyle and Jeff talk about the "Sharma Drama" engulfing XBOX, including the departures of Craig Duncan and Louise O'Connor from the company. After reminiscing about the Duncan years of Rare, we move on to the recently-concluded Sea of Thieves: Season 19... and the Sea of Thieves MOVIE? Will it even happen, and what tired trope are we hoping they avoid?