Donkey Kong Bananza
The first 3D Donkey Kong adventure since Donkey Kong 64! Explore underground worlds, master destructible environments, and unleash powerful Bananza transformations in this revolutionary platform adventure.
The spiritual successor to Super Mario Odyssey
🍌 Welcome to the Underground Kingdom 🍌
After 25 years, Donkey Kong returns to 3D! Embark on an epic adventure through mysterious underground worlds where every wall can be smashed, every floor can be dug, and every challenge can be conquered with the power of Bananza transformations. This isn't just a platformer—it's a revolution!
🔨 Smash Everything in Your Path
No wall is too thick, no floor too solid! DK's incredible strength lets you demolish almost any environment. Create shortcuts, discover hidden areas, and solve puzzles by literally breaking through obstacles.
🦓 Transform with Bananza Power
Partner with Pauline's mystical Oddrock abilities to unlock game-changing transformations! Race at lightning speed as Zebra-DK, soar through caverns as Ostrich-DK, or unleash devastating power in other forms.
💎 Hunt for Legendary Banandium
These aren't ordinary collectibles! Golden Banandium crystals hold the key to upgrading your abilities, unlocking secret areas, and ultimately reaching the wish-granting planet core. Every crystal brings you closer to victory!
Epic Features of Donkey Kong Bananza
Discover the groundbreaking features that make Donkey Kong Bananza the most innovative platform adventure on Nintendo Switch 2
Complete Environmental Destruction
Smash, dig, and roll through almost every surface in the game world. Create your own paths and discover hidden secrets in fully destructible environments.
Three Unique Bananza Forms
Transform into powerful Bananza forms with distinct abilities - speed-focused Zebra mode, aerial Ostrich mode, and strength-based forms for different challenges.
Underground World Exploration
Journey deep into the planet's core where legend says wishes come true. Explore vast underground caverns, crystal formations, and hidden chambers.
Co-op Adventure Mode
Team up with a friend in local two-player cooperative mode. Work together to solve environmental puzzles and overcome challenging obstacles.
Epic Boss Battles
Face off against VoidCo Corporation and the menacing Void Kong in spectacular boss encounters that utilize the full destructible environment system.
Photography & Challenge Modes
Capture stunning moments with photo mode, tackle time trial races, explore hidden areas, and complete various challenges for ultimate replayability.
Epic Characters of Donkey Kong Bananza
Discover the heroes, villains, and allies that make this adventure unforgettable. Each character brings unique abilities and personality to the underground journey.
Donkey Kong
The iconic hero returns with immense strength and the ability to transform into multiple Bananza forms, including Zebra-DK, Ostrich-DK, and Power-DK.
Abilities
Pauline (Oddrock)
In her mystical Oddrock form, Pauline aids DK by using her voice to activate Bananza transformations. Supports single-player and local co-op.
Abilities
Void Kong
The dark and powerful CEO of VoidCo, Void Kong is the primary villain who seeks to harness the power of Banandium and block DKs journey to the core.
Abilities
Cranky Kong
The wise elder of the Kong family returns to offer advice, comic relief, and possibly teach DK new skills throughout the journey.
Abilities
Underground World Overview
Journey through five distinct underground realms, each with unique challenges, secrets, and Banandium treasures waiting to be discovered.
Surface Jungle Plateau
The starting area of the game. A lush jungle filled with tutorials, early obstacles, and VoidCo outposts.
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Subterra Mines
A rocky, maze-like layer filled with breakable tunnels and early Banandium deposits.
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Banandium Crystal Caverns
A glowing chamber of rare Banandium crystals with slippery bridges and sonic puzzles.
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VoidCo Tech Core
A heavily industrial zone filled with machines, traps, and enemy drones. This is Void Kong's stronghold.
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Wish-Granite Core
The deepest part of the planet. Home of the final Banandium reserve and the game's ultimate secret.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Donkey Kong Bananza, the revolutionary 3D platform adventure coming to Nintendo Switch 2. Have questions? Find answers below.
The game will launch July 17, 2025, exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2.
Yes. It is a Switch 2 exclusive, with no standalone version for the original Switch. However, second-player co-op is supported via GameShare.
Yes. The game offers local co-op where Player 1 controls Donkey Kong and Player 2 controls Pauline in her Oddrock form using a second controller or GameShare.
They are special forms powered by Bananergy and Pauline's singing. Transformations include Zebra-DK (speed), Ostrich-DK (flight), and Power-DK (strength).
Yes. The game uses a Metroidvania-style progression, allowing you to backtrack and unlock secrets with new abilities.
Join the Revolution Underground!
Dive into DK's most explosive 3D adventure yet — coming exclusively to Nintendo Switch 2 on July 17, 2025. Don't just watch it. Be part of it.