Nintendo Fans Stunned by Hidden Secret in Donkey Kong Country 2—Almost 30 Years Later

Nintendo fans, brace yourselves—an unexpected blast from the past has rocked the gaming community!

In a revelation that has sent shockwaves through the fandom, a hidden feature in Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy’s Kong Quest has been discovered nearly three decades after its original release on the iconic SNES. The console may have launched in the 20th century, but it’s still full of surprises that make it a frontrunner in the debate over the greatest Nintendo console of all time.

The SNES, known for its treasure trove of unforgettable titles, boasts a legendary library that’s always left fans wanting more. And while it’s hard to beat the nostalgia-packed thrill of Donkey Kong Country, it’s the 1995 sequel that’s stealing the spotlight this time around. The revelation came courtesy of an X user named TNKT_Kong, who uncovered a secret command hidden within the pause screen of Donkey Kong Country 2. Yes, you read that right—almost 30 years later, a new trick has been unearthed!

So, what’s the magic combo? Here’s the rundown: while on the pause screen, players who press Right + Y, then Left + A, then Up + B, and finally Down + X will be transported back to the map screen, regardless of whether they’ve completed the stage. Why this sneaky little feature exists? Your guess is as good as ours. Was it meant as an early cheat or a quirky developer easter egg? The mystery deepens.

Despite the excitement this discovery has sparked, Nintendo remains silent, and so do the folks involved with the development of the game back in the ‘90s. With no official comment from the gaming giant, fans are left to speculate and swap theories online.

For those wondering where to relive the magic, Donkey Kong Country 2 saw a few re-releases over the years—on the Game Boy Advance in 2004 and on the Wii and Wii U Virtual Consoles in 2007 and 2015, respectively. Most recently, it’s part of the Nintendo Switch Online lineup, featuring the original SNES version.

So, are you ready to put this newfound code to the test? What do you think the purpose of this secret command could be? Share your thoughts and join the conversation below—did Nintendo just forget to tell us about this one, or was it meant to be hidden forever?