Donkey Kong Bananza : The Ultimate Underground Adventure

Official Game Trailer

Experience the first look at Donkey Kong Bananza in this epic official trailer! Watch as DK unleashes his incredible destructive powers in the underground world, showcasing the revolutionary gameplay mechanics that make this the most ambitious Donkey Kong adventure ever created.

🎬 Cinematic Action

See stunning visuals and explosive action sequences that bring the underground world to life like never before.

🔥 Destructible Gameplay

Witness the groundbreaking destructible environment system in action as DK tears through terrain.

🦓 Transformation Powers

Get a glimpse of DK's incredible transformation abilities, including the speedy zebra and flying ostrich forms.

💎 Golden Bananas

Marvel at the beautiful Golden Bananas (banandium gems) that serve as the game's precious collectibles.

What is Donkey Kong Bananza?

Donkey Kong Bananza represents a revolutionary leap forward in platform gaming, marking the first major Donkey Kong adventure since Tropical Freeze in 2014. This groundbreaking 3D platformer brings the beloved gorilla hero into a completely destructible underground world, where every surface can be smashed, torn, and reshaped to create your own unique path to victory.

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Destructible Environments

Experience unprecedented freedom as Donkey Kong Bananza allows you to destroy almost every surface in the game world. Punch through walls, tear up the ground, and create entirely new pathways as you explore the mysterious underground realm.

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Bonanza Transformations

Unlock incredible transformation abilities in Donkey Kong Bananza! Transform into a speedy zebra for swift movement, become a flying ostrich to soar through the skies, or harness the calm bonanza power for ultimate destruction.

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Golden Banana Collection

Hunt for the precious Golden Bananas throughout the world of Donkey Kong Bananza. These banana-shaped diamonds, known as banandium gems, serve as your primary collectibles and unlock new abilities and areas.

Gameplay Mechanics

Donkey Kong Bananza features an innovative combat and exploration system that puts destruction at the heart of discovery. Master these essential abilities to dominate the underground world.

Punch & Smash

Unleash devastating punches in Donkey Kong Bananza to demolish enemies, walls, and terrain with incredible force. Chain together punch combos for maximum destruction.

Dive Punch

Execute powerful downward punches that penetrate deep into the ground. The depth depends on terrain strength, making each dive punch in Donkey Kong Bananza a strategic choice.

Roll Forward

Roll at high speed to send lighter objects soaring. Combine rolling with punches and jumps in Donkey Kong Bananza for dynamic movement combinations.

Hand Slap Sonar

Use sonar abilities to detect hidden objects and collect scattered items. This essential Donkey Kong Bananza skill helps uncover secret treasures and pathways.

Tear & Swing

Grab chunks of terrain and tear them from the environment. Swing these chunks as weapons or use them to break through stone barriers in Donkey Kong Bananza.

Turf Surfing

Ride on terrain chunks like a surfboard, speeding up to knock smaller enemies away. This unique traversal method makes Donkey Kong Bananza truly distinctive.

The Story Behind Donkey Kong Bananza

The adventure of Donkey Kong Bananza begins during a frenzied gold rush when the mysterious villainous organization known as VoidCo sets their sights on the most precious treasure of all - the Golden Bananas. These extraordinary banana-shaped diamonds represent the ultimate prize, coveted by collectors and adventurers across the land.

During the chaos of discovery, VoidCo successfully steals every single breathtaking bunch of Golden Bananas, leaving the jungle kingdom in despair. Now, our heroic gorilla must venture deep into the treacherous underground world to recover what was stolen and restore peace to his homeland.

In Donkey Kong Bananza, players will discover that the underground realm is far more complex and mysterious than anyone imagined. The deeper DK ventures, the more amazing places he discovers, each filled with ancient secrets, powerful elders, and incredible bonanza powers waiting to be unlocked.

Key Story Elements

Mysterious VoidCo organization as primary antagonists
Golden Bananas as the central treasure to recover
Deep underground world with multiple layers to explore
Ancient giant elders possessing bonanza powers
Pauline's crucial role in transformation abilities
Progressive discovery of deeper, more amazing locations

Meet the Characters

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Donkey Kong

The mighty gorilla hero of Donkey Kong Bananza, armed with incredible strength and destructive abilities. DK can transform into various animal forms and customize his appearance with different clothing and fur colors.

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Pauline

Initially appearing as Odd Rock, a mysterious anthropomorphic purple stone, Pauline reveals her true identity as DK's crucial companion in Donkey Kong Bananza. Her singing voice enables DK's incredible transformations.

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Cranky Kong & Rambi

The wise Cranky Kong ventures through the underground layers alongside his loyal companion Rambi. These familiar faces from the Donkey Kong universe play important supporting roles in Donkey Kong Bananza.

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Giant Elders

Ancient beings who call the underground world home in Donkey Kong Bananza. These mysterious giant elders possess incredible bonanza powers that can be learned to enhance DK's transformation abilities.

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VoidCo

The villainous organization that serves as the primary antagonist in Donkey Kong Bananza. This mysterious group of apes successfully steals all the Golden Bananas, setting the entire adventure in motion.

Release Information

July 17, 2025

Exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2

Donkey Kong Bananza will launch alongside brand new Donkey Kong and Pauline amiibo figures, marking a historic moment for the franchise as it makes its debut on the Nintendo Switch 2 platform.

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