Nintendo Switch 2 Game Donkey Kong Bananza (NTD-BEE-P-AAACA-SEA)

Product Overview

Embark on the ultimate Donkey Kong adventure in Donkey Kong Bananza, exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2. Smash, tunnel, and explore a massive subterranean world, teaming up with Young Pauline to reach the legendary Planet Core and outsmart the greedy Void Company.

Story & Setting

• Begin on Ingot Isle, where DK and Pauline discover mysterious golden bananas before being plunged deep underground.
• Traverse diverse regions—from arid canyons to lush forests and icy tundra—as you delve into layered caverns to reach the wish-granting Planet Core
• Face off against the villains of the Void Company, including Void Kong, in a thrilling race to the core before your rival does.

Gameplay Features

• Destructible Environments: Carve your path through almost any terrain—crash walls, dig tunnels, tear off chunks to clear routes or ride on.
• New Moves & Mechanics: Use Dive Punch to burrow underground, Turf Surf, Hand Slap to uncover secrets, and combine moves for high-impact combos.
• Bananza Transformations: Pauline’s singing charges “Bananergy,” triggering powerful transformations:
  • Kong Bananza – Unleash DK’s raw strength.
  • Zebra Bananza – Boost speed and dash ability.
  • Ostrich Bananza – Fly and drop Egg Bombs on enemies.

Multiplayer & Accessibility

• Local & Online Co‑op: Player 1 controls DK; Player 2 can pilot Pauline—using Joy‑Con 2 for vocal blasts and precise aiming.
• Assist Mode: Offers aim-assist, auto-path guidance, reduced damage, and regenerating health—ideal for newer or casual players.
• GameShare & GameChat Support: Share your game locally or online; GameChat enables voice/video chat during co-op sessions (online requires Switch Online membership).

Release & Editions

• Launch Date: July 17, 2025.
• Edition Options: Choose between physical cartridge or digital download

Additional Highlights

• Rated E10+ (Everyone 10+).
• Developed in-house by Nintendo EPD, blending classic DK charm with Super Mario Odyssey–style sandbox exploration using voxel-terrain tech.
• Features optional Photo Mode, time-trial challenges, and collectible-driven power-ups that enrich replayability.