Fan Decodes Donkey Kong's Secret Banana Alphabet Pre-Launch

The upcoming game, Donkey Kong Bananza, has sparked excitement among fans, not least because of its intriguing secret language. A dedicated fan, known as 2Chrispy, has taken it upon himself to decode what he calls the "secret banana alphabet" well before the game's official release. This fascinating discovery was shared in a video titled "I Decoded the Ancient Monkey Scrolls of Donkey Kong Bananza" on YouTube, uploaded on April 27. 2Chrispy's meticulous process involved analyzing every detail from the game’s trailers, gameplay footage, and official website, where the secret banana letter system was subtly embedded.

Ancient Monkey Scrolls

While Donkey Kong Bananza is still under wraps, 2Chrispy's efforts to decode the "Ancient Monkey Scrolls" have caught the attention of the gaming community. The use of a secret language isn't new in the gaming world; Nintendo previously introduced the Hylian language in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. However, what sets this apart is that the secret language of Donkey Kong Bananza was cracked before the game even hit the shelves, showcasing the dedication and enthusiasm of the fanbase. Whether driven by passion or simply to pass time awaiting more game updates, 2Chrispy's detailed analysis and the resulting "bananbet" decoding has fans convinced of its authenticity.

Thanks, Chip Exchange

In his video, 2Chrispy meticulously explained his approach to deciphering the "bananbet," beginning with the phrase "Chip Exchange." When players collect a Banandium Chip in the game, they are prompted to "Trade these for bananas at any Chip Exchange." By meticulously reviewing the game’s trailers frame-by-frame, 2Chrispy identified the "Chip Exchange" location and used the signage as a starting point for his decoding efforts. He noticed that the symbols on the signage corresponded to the letters in "exchange," particularly the repeated "e," which supported his theory. He then extended this method to other symbols found in various screenshots and trailers, using a word finder app to piece together the puzzle.

While these findings remain theoretical, the dedication shown by 2Chrispy in sifting through the available game content is commendable. As anticipation builds for Donkey Kong Bananza, fans are increasingly eager for any new information, and discoveries like these only fuel their excitement and encourage further exploration of the game's teasers.

Donkey Kong Bananza is slated for release on July 17, 2025, exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2. Stay tuned for more updates and insights by checking out our related articles below!