Donkey Kong Wiki is a FANDOM Games Community. Tiptup makes a very brief cameo in Banjo-Pilot, only appearing on the Clanker's River track. Tiptup. Nintendo and Rare/Microsoft could not being bothered to change the designs of Banjo and Conker so they decided on a more simple solution; that being to replace the two with Tiny Kong and Dixie Kong respectively. Tiptup also appears in the remake to the original, Diddy Kong Racing DS. This page was last edited on January 26, 2021, at 10:16. Tiptup is a playable driver in Diddy Kong Racing. It is a remake of the critically acclaimed Diddy Kong Racing for the Nintendo 64. Tiptup makes a small, non-speaking cameo in the Diddy Kong Racing segment of, Mario no Bōken Land, titled "Go Go Diddy!". However, while the story and setting remains the same, this is more of an upgrade instead of a port. In 2007, Diddy Kong Racing DS was released. Banjo-Pilot Bosses [5] Bluey. They were replaced by Dixie Kong and Tiny Kong. Taj and Wizpig are in the original Diddy Kong Racing, but are not playable characters. The pig tyrant flies back to his home planet, Future Fun Land, after being defeated by Tiptup and his friends. Diddy, Dixie, Tiny Kong and the rogue Kremling Krunch turn up to help Timber and his friends, Bumper, Tiptup and Pipsy. Turtle Tiptup the Turtle is a green turtle-like creature from the famed Banjo-Kazooie series that appears in Diddy Kong Racing and Diddy Kong Racing DS. Among them is the offering of the hovercraft and airplane (in addition to the standard kart) on certain race courses. In Diddy Kong Racing he wears orange gloves on his hands, and has grey eyes; his Banjo-Kazooie appearances lack the gloves and instead give him blue eyes. Bottles of "Tip Tup's Turtle's Head Toilet Cleaner" can also be found in the Bathroom of the mansion. Among them are Adventure Mode, Multiplayer Mode, and Cheat Menu. Drumstick is an overalls-wearing rooster and an unlockable character in Diddy Kong Racing and the remake Diddy Kong Racing DS.Prior to the game's events, Drumstick was transformed into a frog by Wizpig. Other appearances . Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest. Mario vs. Donkey Kong 2: March of the Minis, https://donkeykong.fandom.com/wiki/Tiptup_the_Turtle?oldid=62080. This seems to confuse most fans, the likely explanation is that it's due to him not being a promotional character for Microsoft or the Xbox (unlike Banjo and Conker), another is him using his Diddy Kong Racing design rather than his drastically different design in the Banjo-Kazooie games, additionally Tiptup is only a supporting character rather than the main character of his own series like Banjo and Conker. It is a enhanced port of the classic game Diddy Kong Racing which was released for the N64 back in 1997. Smokey. Tiptup the Turtle is a green, somewhat clumsy turtle originating from Diddy Kong Racing, who would later make minor appearances in several games of the Banjo-Kazooie series. His theme instrument from the character selection screen is a fiddle or a violin. Krunch. Banjo-Kazooie Artwork for Diddy Kong Racingalso depicts Tiptup with three yellow claws, or nails, protruding from both of his feet. Diddy Kong Racing DS. Each track requires a different vehicle. Tiptup is also a ridable character in the game along with one of the characters who helps the other playable characters stop Wizpig and send him back to Future Fun Land. This guide is of course, for the underrated game Diddy Kong Racing DS. Tiptup, who is found in Bubblegloop Swamp and Jolly Roger's Lagoon, is found again in Diddy Kong Racing DS.However, because Rare was bought by Microsoft, Banjo and Conker were taken out of the game. The pig tyrant flies back to his home planet, Future Fun Land, after being defeated by Tiptup and his friends. This game also uses Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection. Despite Banjo and Conker being scrapped out of Diddy Kong Racing DS due to both series being owned by Microsoft, Tiptup wasn't taken out. He appeared again in Diddy Kong Racing DS, although some believe that the Tiptup in the Nintendo DS version is in fact Tiptup Jr. He helps Timber, Pipsy and the others defend their home island from Wizpig. Pipsy. Tiptup and his allies follow, and defeat Wizpig for a second time. Tiptup (originally spelled TipTup) is a clumsy turtle originating from Diddy Kong Racing, who would later become a frequent, recurring minor character in the Banjo-Kazooie series. Tiptup the Turtle is a turtle character that appears in Diddy Kong Racing and most of the Banjo-Kazooie games. Diddy Kong Racing DS is a video game released in 2007 for the Nintendo DS that is the sequel to the Nintendo 64 classic, Diddy Kong Racing.This game does not have Banjo and Conker, due to Rare, who owns them, being brought out by Microsoft.However, Tiptup is still in the game, despite being one of Rare's characters and on the Banjo-Kazooie series. DIDDY KONG RACING is pure fun, with Technicolor backgrounds and amazingly cute characters (like Pipsy and Taj, as well as Diddy Kong). Despite being a Banjo-Kazooie series character, unlike Banjo, Tiptup returns as a playable racer in Diddy Kong Racing DS. Tiptup is a playable driver in Diddy Kong Racing. Timber the Tiger's parents go on vacation and leave their son in charge of the island they live on, leaving him and his friends to race for fun. Tiptup is one of only two lightweight racers, with the other one being Pipsy. Diddy Kong Racing DS is remake of the Nintendo 64 game of the same name. All other characters seem to have gone to Nintendo, even Tiptup although he appeared in Banjo-Kazooie. Diddy Kong Racing is a racing game developed for the Nintendo 64. Tiptup was supposed to reappear in Banjo-X, the cancelled remake of Banjo-Kazooie. The Video Game Art Archive is dedicated to scanning and extracting classic video game artwork at the best resolutions possible! In the Microsoft buy out of Rare Ltd., the rights of Tiptup were shifted completely to Microsoft. Playable Characters [10] Banjo. It is Rare's first Nintendo DS game, and was released on February 5, 2007 in North America, and April 20, 2007 in Europe. Diddy Kong … Diddy Kong Racing DS is a video game released for the Nintendo DS that is the remake/sequel to the original Diddy Kong Racing for the Nintendo 64 celebrating the original's 10th anniversary. Pterodactyl. Diddy Kong Racing DS . Due to Rare 's acquisition by Microsoft, Banjo and Conker were replaced by Dixie Kong and Tiny Kong, although Tiptup was kept in the game, despite his appearances in several Banjo-Kazooie games. Bosses [2] Bluey the Walrus. Eight of the racers, Diddy Kong, Tiptup, Pipsy, Bumper, Timber, Krunch, T.T., and Drumstick, are all available as racers in Diddy Kong Racing. Taj Head. Despite Banjo and Conker being scrapped out of Diddy Kong Racing DS due to both series being owned by Microsoft, Tiptup wasn't taken out. Tiptup the Turtle is a turtle character that appears in Diddy Kong Racing and most of the Banjo-Kazooie games. His vehicles have very high acceleration attributes and good turning abilities, but their speed is rather low. Even though he's owned by Microsoft, Tiptup wasn't taken out of Diddy Kong Racing DS, for unknown reasons. Tiptup the Turtle is a green turtle that first appeared in Diddy Kong Racing along with Conker and Banjo. Non-Playable Characters [1] Taj. Tiptup and Diddy, from ‘Diddy Kong Racing DS’. Conker. Take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. Wizpig. Although Tiptup is considered a character of the Banjo-Kazooie series, he made his first appearance alongside Banjo as a racer in Diddy Kong Racing, which was released a few months before Banjo-Kazooie. Despite being a Banjo-Kazooie series character, unlike Banjo, Tiptup returns as a playable racer in Diddy Kong Racing DS. Diddy Kong Racing DS . Notes: The box art for Diddy Kong Racing stayed away from the massive character parades that were commonplace on Rare's DKU offerings in the day (although the Japanese version still embraced it). Tiptup's name seems to be a play on the phrase "being tip top shape". Tiptup. Tiptup and his allies follow, and defeat Wizpig for … Despite Banjo and Conker not returning in Diddy Kong Racing DS because Rare Ltd. was sold to Microsoft, Tiptup managed to return in the remake. Once each race in an area is completed, a bonus challenge will be accessed, such a… Support us on Patreon! Tracks can only be accessed through the acquisition of golden balloons by winning races or completing tasks. Tiptup and Diddy, from ‘Diddy Kong Racing DS’. The legalities of Diddy Kong Racing were open for debate when Rare was bought by Microsoft in 2002. It appears that Rare owns Banjo and Conker, who were replaced with Dixie Kong and Tiny Kong. Tiptup's instrument theme is a xylophone or marimba. He helps Timber, Pipsy and the others defend their home island from Wizpig. He is shown to be competing in a race, in third place. Banjo-X . From the Super Mario Wiki, the Mario encyclopedia, https://www.mariowiki.com/index.php?title=Tiptup&oldid=3112032. Due to Rare 's move to Microsoft, Conker and Banjo were replaced by Dixie and Tiny respectively. Bumper. Diddy Kong Racing DS features a total of twelve racers, four of which are unlockable. Tiptup's appearance is rather simple, as he is a turtle with very few remarkable features. Tiptup was planned to appear in the cancel… Evolution of Tiptup in video games, starting in 1997 with Diddy Kong Racing. Diddy Kong Racing DS is an enhanced version of the Nintendo 64 classic, Diddy Kong Racing.It was released for the Nintendo DS. Diddy Kong Racing was released to mixed reviews on the Nintendo 64 in 1997. His name is a play on the phrase "tipped-up" as he often gets stuck on his back in the natural fashion that turtles do. Banjo and Conkerwere replaced with Tiny and Dixie Kong respectively. Tiptup appears throughout the 4-koma Gag Battle manga adaptation of Diddy Kong Racing. In Grabbed by the Ghoulies, a picture of Tiptup can be seen in the Dunfiddlin Cottage of Ghoulhaven Hall. Timber. Banjo-Tooie Diddy Kong Racing/DS Tiptup first appeared in Diddy Kong Racing as a playable character and one of the characters called by Timber to help him to stop the evil control of Wizpig. He possesses light green scales, with yellow bands across his stomach that connect to his dark brown shell. Awards Their enjoyment is derailed when an evil, intergalactic, pig wizard named Wizpig arrives at peaceful Timber's Island and attempts to take over after he conquered his own planet's racetracks. Objects [3] Monorail. Diddy Kong Racing DS was Rare's first Nintendo DS game. T.T. Diddy Kong. His top speed without bananas is 54.67 mph. This is ironic as Tiptup is portrayed as a joke character that always comically gets hurt. Diddy Kong Racing DS Tiptup the Turtle is one of eight selectable characters featured in Diddy Kong Racing and he is a part of the Banjo-Kazooie series. He has a higher pitched voice in the game, and his characteristics are very slightly altered from the original game. The game has several features. ... (in reality he was'int in the DS remake of sorts because he was'int child friendly when the DS one came out, but was when the OG one did.) He, along with Pipsy have the same stats in the game and are known to be lightest characters in the game. Diddy Kong Racing DS is a racing video game developed by Rare for the Nintendo DS. This game adds Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection for the multiplayer purposes. He turns the four island's guardians: Tricky the Triceratops, Bubbler the Octopus, Bluey the Walrus and Smokey the Dragon into his henchmen. These … Guide by Turok4N64. For Diddy Kong Racing on the Nintendo 64, T.T. Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong's Double Trouble! Diddy Kong Racing DS: Emily as Dixie Kong Molly as Tiny Kong Everyone else, same as in the classic game version 5 (made by harris hyatt, do not edit, add, or delete) henry as diddy derek as tiptup victoria as pipsy thumper as bumper rusty as conker lei as timber harvey as banjo rickety as krunch green arrow as drumstick mike as tt The racers' stats vary in three major categories: speed, acceleration, and handling. It is unknown whether he would have the same or a different role. Instead, Diddy was the central focus, with Tiptup and Timber the odd choices to flank him. Despite being considered a Banjo-Kazooie series character, Tiptup managed to return in Diddy Kong Racing DS–this is unusual, as Banjo himself was not able to, for copyright complications. Bubbler. Almost 10 years later, the game is back, having gotten a touch-up similar to … Tiptup's theme instrument in this game is a marimba. While certain elements are similar to the Mario Kart series, there are several key differences. 3DS Arcade Browser Games Dreamcast DS / DSi GameCube Mobile Nintendo 64 Nintendo Switch PC / Computer PlayStation PlayStation 2 PlayStation 3 PlayStation 4 PlayStation Vita ... Diddy Kong Racing. Drumstick. Tiptup appears on the character selection menu. Diddy Kong Racing North American cover art DeveloperRare PublisherRare Nintendo DirectorLee Schuneman ProducerChris Stamper ArtistKevin Bayliss ComposerDavid Wise SeriesDonkey Kong PlatformNintendo 64, Nintendo DS Release Nintendo 64 EU/JP: 21 November 1997 NA: 24 November 1997 Nintendo DS NA: 5 February 2007 AU: 19 April 2007 EU: 20 April 2007 GenreKart racing ModeSingle-player, multiplayer Diddy Kong Racing is a racing video game developed and published b… There are three vehicles available: cars, hovercrafts, and airplanes.