Play Peter Jackson's King Kong (J) Online

Ubisoft released Peter Jackson's King Kong for the Nintendo DS in 2005, a time when the handheld was still new and developers were figuring out how to use its two screens and touch controls. This adaptation of the film arrived alongside many other movie tie-ins, but it stood out for trying to do something different with the hardware rather than just mimicking the console versions.

You alternate between controlling Jack, a screenwriter trying to survive, and Kong himself, who smashes through enemies and environments. As Jack, you explore the island, scavenge for spears and bones to use as weapons, and fend off creatures with careful aim or frantic touchscreen stabs. Playing as Kong is a power trip; you punch dinosaurs, tear down gates, and protect Ann from predators. The game moves at a tense pace, with limited resources making every encounter feel dangerous. It’s a claustrophobic, hands-on experience that pulls you into its world through sheer physical interaction.