Donkey Kong Bananza Revealed for Nintendo Switch 2

Nintendo has officially unveiled an exciting new entry in the iconic Donkey Kong franchise with *Donkey Kong Bananza*, a high-energy 3D platforming action title set exclusively for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Slated for release on July 17, 2025, the game will retail at $69.99 and promises to deliver a fresh take on jungle-themed adventure gameplay.

The debut gameplay trailer was showcased during a recent Nintendo Direct presentation, generating significant buzz among fans. Below is the official description from Nintendo:

Get ready for *Donkey Kong Bananza*, a brand-new 3D platforming action adventure – available exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2. Crash, bash, and climb through nearly everything in DK’s path and tear off chunks of terrain to swing around and throw in groundbreaking exploration. The more that is demolished with powerful punches, the more areas open up to discover. Break on through this adventure full of mayhem, surprises, and bananas when *Donkey Kong Bananza* crashes onto Nintendo Switch 2 on July 17.

The Nintendo Switch 2 itself is scheduled to launch earlier in the year on June 5, 2025, with a suggested retail price of $449.99. The console arrives as the successor to the wildly successful original Switch, promising enhanced performance and new features designed to elevate both handheld and home console gaming experiences.

Nintendo Switch 2 Hardware Bundle Includes:

• Nintendo Switch 2 console
• Joy-Con 2 controllers (L + R)
• Joy-Con 2 Grip
• Joy-Con 2 Straps
• Nintendo Switch 2 Dock
• Ultra High-Speed HDMI Cable
• Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter
• USB-C Charging Cable

For those looking to get started right away, Nintendo is also offering a bundle called the Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle, priced at $499.99 in the United States. This package includes the console and a digital download code for *Mario Kart World*, which launches alongside the system on June 5, 2025. Priced separately at $79.99, *Mario Kart World* marks a new high for Nintendo's software pricing, representing a $10 increase over previous flagship titles like *Super Mario Odyssey* and *The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild*.

“Nintendo Switch 2 is the next step in at-home gaming that can be taken on the go based on eight years of play and discovery that began with Nintendo Switch,” said Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa.

“With its new features that expand the possibilities of gaming experiences, I truly believe that Nintendo Switch 2 is a leap forward in our journey of putting smiles on the faces of everyone that Nintendo touches.”

The Nintendo Direct presentation also revealed a wide array of upcoming titles and features coming to the new platform. As excitement builds, gamers worldwide are weighing in on the console's $449.99 MSRP.

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