Donkey Kong Country’s original name was Monkey Mayhem, King K. Rool’s name was Kommander

Gregg Mayles left a big mark on the Donkey Kong Country series. He served as a designer on the series, and created the likes of Diddy Kong and King K. Rool.

With King K. Rool having been announced for Smash Bros. Ultimate a few days ago, Mayles is taking a trip down memory lane. It turns out that Donkey Kong Country was going to be called Monkey Mayhem, and King K. Rool’s initial name was Kommander.

Here’s a look at the naming sheet from all those years ago:

Mayles did comment on King K. Rool’s inclusion on the Smash Bros. Ultimate roster this week. As it turns out, the news took him by surprise.

Thanks to Jake for the tip.

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