Overview

• Nintendo unveiled detailed gameplay of Donkey Kong Bananza in its June 18 Direct, confirming its July 17 launch exclusively on Switch 2.
• Players control DK and a younger Pauline exploring Ingot Isle’s underground realms, using smashable terrain and boulders to uncover hidden items.
• Pauline’s singing powers trigger “Bananza transformations” that turn DK into creatures like ostriches and zebras with unique traversal abilities.
• A local two-player co-op mode lets one player guide DK while another uses Joy-Con 2 mouse controls to unleash Pauline’s sonic attacks.
• Familiar faces including Diddy, Dixie and Cranky Kong join the fight against the Void Company as players collect gems, unlock skills and customize outfits.