The debate on Donkey Kong’s new aesthetic has triggered bright discussions among the historical fans of the Nintendo saga, but who better than its original creator could express a final judgment? Revisitation of the famous Gorilla, the first since 1994. \ r \ nuna transformation that marks a significant evolution for a character who remained practically unchanged for almost three decades. The abandonment of its historical design, but expressed enthusiasm for this evolution. \ R \ n “I don’t understand why it should be any debate,” said Bayliss, today Art Director at Playtonic Games after his long rare career. «It’s always DK, only with a better appearance. People should embrace the change more! »\ R \ nla new version of Donkey Kong represents a strategic alignment with the aesthetic adopted in the recent Super Mario Bros. film, thus creating a visual consistency between the various incarnations of the character in the Nintendo universe. Bayliss, the aesthetic renewal of historical characters is a natural and necessary process in the world of design and entertainment. “In twenty years of age, he will probably receive another ‘retouching’ here and there to keep it fresh and current,” explained the artist. \ r \ nil new Donkey Kong Bananza seen in yesterday’s Direct therefore presents itself not only as a playful evolution of the series, but also as a significant step in the visual evolution of one of the most recognizable characters of the Pantheon Nintendo. \ r \ nmentre the debate between fans will probably continue on social media and in the dedicated forums, Bayliss’ words offer a precious perspective, underlining that the evolution is inevitable and, ultimately, beneficial for the longevity of videogame icons.