Overview

• Donkey Kong Bananza will launch exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 on July 17, 2025, following the console's June 5 debut.
• The game features destructible environments, allowing players to smash, dig, and climb through terrain, emphasizing Donkey Kong's strength.
• Donkey Kong sports a new design inspired by his appearance in Mario Bros. Movie, which has received praise from original character designer Kevin Bayliss.
• The gameplay blends 3D platforming with 2D side-scrolling elements reminiscent of the Donkey Kong Country series, offering open-ended exploration.
• Players will encounter a new antagonist, VoidCo, and a purple rock companion character, as they navigate a story centered on reclaiming stolen Golden Bananas.