Nintendo's PR machine has sent out a press release announcing that Diddy Kong Racing will be released across Europe on April 20. This title will be the popular franchise's debut on the Nintendo DS handheld and will bring with it all of the thrills and excitement of the original N64 game along with all new improvements and challenges.

The DS version of Diddy Kong Racing will feature new playable characters, retextured tracks, brand new unlockables and a track editor mode. It also takes advantage of the DS's touch screen and microphone features for certain modes and options. Players will also be able to compete with their friends and others around the world via Nintendo's Wi-Fi Connection service.

Using a single game card, up to eight friends can challenge each other to Single Races, Trophy Races, Battle Traces, Token Tussles and Wish Races. Connecting Diddy Kong Racing to the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection Service allows players to challenge up to six opponents from anywhere in the world.