Show Notes
The DKU Draft returns for its third year! And are 3D platformers having a moment? They are. Looking to finally topple the Jeff Dynasty, Hyle and Mitchell hope that they'll have the right picks when the three teams draft the best lineup of DKU 3D platformer worlds! Then, the trio once again attempts to draft the most popular lineup of DKU games! All games are eligible to be drafted, including newcomers Donkey Kong Bananza, Mario Kart World, and more!
Producer: Hyle Russell Host: Hyle Russell Special Guests: Jeff Onan, Mitchell Wolfe Music: Matt Cornah ©2026 DK Vine and File Two Productions
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