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Nintendo Sets 15-Minute Donkey Kong Bananza Direct for June 18

The Direct will deliver a first deep dive into the Switch 2 exclusive’s terrain-shattering gameplay ahead of its July 17 release.

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Donkey Kong smashing into the ground next to a purple rock with eyes in Donkey Kong Bananza.
Donkey Kong Bananza is a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive

Overview

  • Nintendo will livestream the roughly 15-minute Donkey Kong Bananza Direct on June 18 at 9 AM ET / 6 AM PT via its YouTube and Twitch channels.
  • Preorders for the Switch 2 exclusive are open now at a suggested retail price of $69.99.
  • Donkey Kong Bananza launches on July 17, marking the first new 3D Donkey Kong adventure since Donkey Kong 64 in 1999.
  • The action-adventure platformer introduces a deformation mechanic that lets Donkey Kong destroy terrain, create tunnels, and defeat enemies.
  • Players will team up with a new companion called Odd Rock as DK works to recover stolen banana-shaped diamonds from the villainous VoidCo.