Diddy has been a franchise staple ever since, with Donkey Kong Country 2 making him the protagonist for the first time and Donkey Kong 64 introducing signature abilities like the Peanut Popguns ...

Though Diddy is unplayable in single-player outings, his presence gives Donkey Kong an endless roll attack and, drawing inspiration from Donkey Kong 64, an extended hover jump via his jetpack.