It can sound crazy but DKC2 succeeds in improving from the first episode in mostly every area. Graphics are even better, the music is fantastic, just listen to everyone’s favorite Stickerbrush Symphony, and most of all, the level design is far better. Although I prefer the first installment solely for nostalgic reasons, I admit DKC2 is a better game overall, which is quite an achievement. To think it came out around the same time as Yoshi’s Island is pretty mind blowing. My only regret is the overall gloomy, dark and depressing tones of this game compared to its cheerful and colorful predecessor.