Donkey Kong 3, a 1983 arcade game by Nintendo, deviates from its predecessors by featuring a different protagonist. Instead of Jumpman (later Mario), players control Stanley, a groundskeeper tasked with protecting his crops from various pests like insects and animals.  Gameplay involves using an array of tools and weaponry to repel the creatures while progressing through the game's levels.  Unlike the original Donkey Kong's simple jumping and barrel-throwing mechanics, Donkey Kong 3 involves strategic use of different tools and a more complex level structure.  The game's unique style and challenge made it a distinctive entry in the Donkey Kong series, despite the change in protagonists and gameplay mechanics. Nintendo's release strategy brought this game to arcades worldwide.

Donkey Kong 3 (Japan)

Donkey Kong (Japan set 3)