Donkey Kong Switch 2: New Game Reactions
- Nintendo Switch 2 owners are expressing excitement over "Donkey Kong Bananza," a new 3D platformer after Nintendo showcased the game.
- The company previewed "Donkey Kong Bananza" in a 15-minute Direct presentation, generating buzz among fans.
- Together, they confront the Void Company, which seeks to exploit Ingot Isle's resources.
‘Donkey Kong Bananza’ Hailed as “Amazing” on Nintendo Switch 2
Updated June 18, 2025
Nintendo Switch 2 owners are expressing excitement over “Donkey Kong Bananza,” a new 3D platformer after Nintendo showcased the game. The Nintendo Switch 2 was released last month with “Mario Kart World.”
The company previewed “Donkey Kong Bananza” in a 15-minute Direct presentation, generating buzz among fans. The game, slated for a July 17 release, unites Donkey Kong with Pauline, who appeared in the original “Donkey Kong” and later in “Super Mario Odyssey.”
Together, they confront the Void Company, which seeks to exploit Ingot Isle’s resources. Pauline, an aspiring singer, empowers Donkey kong with musical transformations, granting him unique abilities like super strength, speed, and flight.
Donkey Kong can utilize his strength to interact with the environment, building, destroying, and riding boulders. The game emphasizes exploration, with hidden items scattered throughout the land.
The game supports two-player co-op and utilizes the Nintendo Switch 2’s mouse control. It is also GameShare and GameChat compatible.
FULL VOICE ACTING??
A FULL SONG??
Diddy Kong, Cranky, Dixie??
Donkey Kong Bananza is GOTY material!! pic.twitter.com/2IBpIcidXs
— AS112 (@AS_12239) June 18, 2025
Reddit users have shared positive reactions. One user wrote, ”This looks amazing. So much more than I expected.” another added, “This looks phenomenal and will be the true display of what the Switch 2 is capable of.”
When Donkey Kong Bananza was announced I thought it looked cool but lowkey wished it was 3D Mario. This Direct COMPLETELY changed everything
there’s actually a story, voice acted cutscenes & skill trees to level up??
Okay I’m pre-ordering. If King K Rool is in too it’s a 10/10 pic.twitter.com/udgDhVF5bg
– Aero (@Actuaero) June 18, 2025
“Donkey Kong Bananza” is priced at £66.99 for the physical edition and £58.99 for the digital version.
What’s next
Gamers anticipate the July 17 launch to experience the new “Donkey Kong” adventure and assess its potential as a flagship title for the Nintendo Switch 2.