Donkey Kong 5: The Journey of Over Time and Space

About

Donkey Kong 5: The Journey of Over Time and Space is a lesser-known Game Boy Color title developed by Sintax. Released in 2001 as a standalone clone of Super Mario Bros. Deluxe, it swaps Mario for Donkey Kong in a straightforward platforming adventure. The hero here is DK, who must rescue Sodoma, a fairy tasked with maintaining all plant life. Levels follow typical side-scrolling platformer design with jumps, enemies, and power-ups. Controls are tight but the visuals and audio feel distinctly budget-friendly compared to Nintendo’s work. This game stands out as a footnote in the Donkey Kong series, largely overlooked by mainstream audiences. With no official support or updates, it exists as a curious experiment from a third-party developer. Community feedback is sparse but leans toward casual players who enjoy its simplicity. It’s a short, no-frills experience that plays like a fan-made tribute, best approached as a novelty rather than a serious entry in the genre. Its December 31, 2001 release date also makes it one of the last Game Boy Color games to ever launch.

Storyline

The fairy Sodoma, responsible for all plantlife, has been captured! with nothing to eat, Donkey Kong sets out on a quest to rescue Sodoma.