Overview
- Number of Players
- 1 (Single Player)
- Genre
- Physical Release
- Standard Game Card
- Release Date
Nintendo Switch 2
17th Jul 2025 — $69.99
17th Jul 2025 — £66.99
Nintendo eShop
- 17th Jul 2025 — £58.99
- Demo Available
- Yes
- Series
- Tags
- Feature Support
- Addons / DLC
- Donkey Kong Bananza: DK Island & Emerald Rush
- Official Site
- nintendo.com
Reviews
Review Donkey Kong Bananza (Switch 2) - Absolutely Smashing, But Can It Beat Mario Odyssey?
Big DK energy
Even though it confirmed my suspicions, the reveal that Donkey Kong Bananza was coming to us from the team behind Super Mario Odyssey couldn't help but strike a little bit of fear into my heart. We know that the group within Nintendo EPD is a talented bunch, but how was I ever going to be able to fully throw myself into another 3D...
DLC Reviews
Ore and Awe?
I've become so used to Nintendo taking its sweet time with DLC rollouts I assumed there was no way we'd get first-party add-ons within the first year of Switch 2. Happy Home Paradise, the Booster Course Pass and Side Order were all pleasantly surprising, not because of their packed bonus content (though that was a welcome factor), but...
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Donkey Kong Bananza Guides
Guide Donkey Kong Bananza: Walkthrough
Now updated with a bunch of DLC tips
Donkey Kong Bananza is absolutely packed with things to do and see. Fortunately, we here are Nintendo Life are on hand to help with our ultimate Donkey Kong Bananza Guide. In this guide, we'll be running through everything you need to know about DKB and where to find every collectible, including All Banandium...
Guide Best Donkey Kong Games Of All Time
Swing when you're winning
While Mario is the main man when it comes to all things Nintendo, it was Donkey Kong who gave the plumber a leg-up in the world of video games. The ape's debut not only conquered the arcade and introduced the world to a video gaming legend, but it saved the company and put Nintendo on the path to becoming the cultural force...
Guide Donkey Kong Bananza: All Banandium Gem Locations
Top Banana
Welcome to our hub detailing where to find Banandium Gems, Donkey Kong Bananza's most sought-after collectible. If you're trying to level up DK's abilities, then these delicious delicacies are your number one way to do it. Fortunately, they're everywhere. Below, we have laid out every Banandium Gem in the game by Layer, each of which is...
Guide Donkey Kong Bananza: Lagoon Layer Banandium Gems
Banana bobbing
The Lagoon Layer is where Donkey Kong Bananza's Banandium Gem hunt really begins, and in this guide, we'll be showing you how to find each and every one of them. Below, we have provided a map and list of the Lagoon Layer's three sub-layers, which you can use in combination to track down all 56 Banandium Gems in the region. If you're...
Guide Donkey Kong Bananza: Freezer Layer Banandium Gems
Iced Gems
The snow-covered Freezer Layer has the most Banandium Gems in any region in Donkey Kong Bananza, and they're split between a bunch of sub-layers. There are a whopping 87 Banandium Gems to find across the area's four sub-layers, and we have made a map and list for each of them, which you can use in tandem to track them all down. And...
Guide Donkey Kong Bananza: Feast Layer Banandium Gems
Feeling hungry?
There's a rumble in our tummy, so it's time to head down to Donkey Kong Bananza's Feast Layer and pick up some Banandium Gems in the process. There are 69 Banandium Gems to find in this region, and we've built the following maps and lists to make sure that you don't miss out on a single one. If you're still after Banandium Gems but...
Guide Donkey Kong Bananza: Ingot Isle Banandium Gems
First pick
So, you've landed in the Donkey Kong Bananza starting area and you want to make a start on 100%-ing your collection already — we like the ambition! Fortunately, you've come to the right place. In this guide, we'll be running through the locations of all the Banandium Gems in DKB's Ingot Isle. The majority of these only crop up once...
Guide Donkey Kong Bananza: Forest Layer Banandium Gems
Fruits of the Forest
Aside from being the site of the Ostrich Elder — and all the airborne adventure that storyline brings — Donkey Kong Bananza's Forest Layer is also absolutely packed with Banandium Gems. There are a whopping 83 Banandium Gems to collect across this region's two layers, and we've got the precise details on how to find each...
Guide Donkey Kong Bananza: Canyon Layer Banandium Gems
These bananas rock
The Canyon Layer is one of the biggest areas in Donkey Kong Bananza, so you can bet that there are a boatload of Banandium Gems to keep an eye out for while you set out exploring. In this guide, you'll find maps and lists pinpointing all 80 Banandium Gems found across the Canyon's three sub-layers. If you're after something...
Guide Donkey Kong Bananza: Groove Layer Banandium Gems
Funky Fruit
If you've boogied your way down to Donkey Kong Bananza's Groove Layer and you're after all the Banandium Gems hidden around the area, you've come to the right place. There are 30 Banandium Gems to collect in this area, and we've laid them all out in the following map and list, so you can make sure you don't miss any. If you're done...
Guide Donkey Kong Bananza: Radiance Layer Banandium Gems
Snake it or leave it
It's time to dive into the snake-filled Radiance Layer, and ssssee how many ssshiny Banandium Gemsss we can find. There are 76 Banandium Gems to track down on this layer, and we've assembled the following maps and lists to help you do it. If you're looking for help with a different layer, you can slither over to our full...
Guide Donkey Kong Bananza: Tempest Layer Banandium Gems
Elefun & Games
We're heading to the rainy Tempest Layer for this Donkey Kong Bananza Banandium Gem guide — we hope you packed your brolly! Below, we have laid out maps and lists with detailed instructions for how to nab the 70 Banandium Gems in the Tempest Layer across its three sub-levels (don't worry, there aren't any Gems to be found on...
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Donkey Kong Bananza News
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (27th December)
What did Santa bring?
Well folks, that's another Christmas done for the year – we hope you've had a peaceful, relaxing time, whether you celebrate or not. It's been a pretty quiet week, understandably, but Nintendo managed to squeeze in a cheeky update for Donkey Kong Bananza on the Switch 2, so make sure to download that. Nintendo also hit us...
News Donkey Kong Bananza Has Been Updated To Version 3.0.0, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Download it now
Nintendo has released a new update for Donkey Kong Bananza on the Switch 2, bumping it up to Version 3.0.0. This is the first update since October. This one adds Thai as a supported language and you now also have the ability to set the camera's automatic tracking to 'on' or 'off' in the options menu. Last of all are "several other...
UK Charts Metroid Prime 4 Falls From The Top Ten
Guess who reclaimed pole position
We've got our latest look at the UK physical gaming charts and, rather expectedly, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond has taken quite the tumble from its bronze-medal debut last week. Samus' latest now finds itself in 15th position, with the top 10 awash with Switch and Switch 2 titles as we approach the holidays. Mario Kart...
News The Game Awards GOTY For 2025 Is Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Nintendo also took home some awards
The Game Awards for 2025 has wrapped, and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 by French studio Sandfall Interactive has officially been crowned 'Game of the Year'. In case you missed it, the competition included Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Donkey Kong Bananza, Hades II, Hollow Knight: Silksong and Kingdom Come:...
News Dig Into Donkey Kong Bananza's Third DLC In-Game Event Next Week
Jungle Beat fans, rise up!
Nintendo has revealed the next in-game event set to land in the Donkey Kong Bananza - Emerald Rush DLC, and it features some familiar faces for fans of Jungle Beat. The 'Dig to the Beat' event gets underway on 16th December, and will be sticking around until 23rd December, so you have plenty of time to rack up an Emerald...
News Is Mario Kart World Getting Donkey Kong Bananza DLC? Datamines Have Fans Speculating
Nintendo Today! Nintendo Tomorrow?
While Mario Kart World may have just received a rather hefty update, fans of the Switch 2 launch game have been eagerly anticipating any potential DLC that will come to the racer. And a recent datamine of Nintendo Today! has brought all of those hopes and dreams to the surface (thanks,
News Rolling Stone's GOTY List Shows A Whole Lot Of Love For One Nintendo Mascot
And a little less for another...
How on earth is it that time of year again already? It feels as though we can still sense the tight elastic of our tiny Kirby swimming trunks digging into our fresh summer sunburn, and yet here comes Rolling Stone with its Best of 2025 list, because it's nearly Christmas. Brace for impact! Yes, Rolling Stone has...
News Nintendo Today! Mobile App Update Adds A New Donkey Kong Theme
And the app is now available in more locations
Nintendo has been releasing all sorts of software and firmware updates recently, and it's now rolled out an update for its Nintendo Today! mobile application. The app, which provides daily updates from the world of Nintendo, has today been updated to Version 2.2.0. It's currently live on iOS, with the...
News Game Of The Year Nominee Donkey Kong Bananza Wins Critics' Choice Award
"You did it, DK!"
Donkey Kong Bananza is considered one of the standout video games of 2025, and the Switch 2 exclusive has now been officially recognised at the 43rd annual Golden Joystick Awards as the recipient of the Critics' Choice Award. Donkey Kong Bananza was also up for 'Ultimate Game Of The Year' and 'Console Game of the Year' at the same...
News The Game Awards Nominees Announced, Donkey Kong Bananza Up For GOTY
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 gets 12 nominations
The Game Awards has officially announced the nominees for this year's event, which takes place on 11th December 2025. The 'Game of the Year' category is pretty predictable, all things considered, but it's nevertheless nice to see Donkey Kong Bananza get some recognition. That said, there's some stiff...
Previews
Preview Donkey Kong Bananza - DK's Getting His Own Odyssey, And It's A Helluva Trip
Gotta respect the Rambition
Nintendo has a real knack for testing my attention span. I felt it in the subtask-filled Hyrule of Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, but, far more importantly for this preview, it's Super Mario Odyssey that most effectively bombarded me with distractions. Even a simple 'Walk to that giant building in New Donk...
Hands On Rock Surfing And Boulder Bashing - 'Donkey Kong Bananza' Is Brilliantly Bonkers
Bananza split
Donkey Kong's new design is perfect. Nope, we're not changing our stance here, and Donkey Kong Bananza solidified it even more. A new 3D Mario isn't here to usher in a new generation of platformers for the new console, but we have plenty of fuzzy monkeys and apes to keep us company over the summer months as we bask in the Switch 2...
About The Game
A ground-breaking adventure starring Donkey Kong!
The big guy is back – Donkey Kong swings onto Nintendo Switch 2 with a brand new action adventure!
Help Donkey Kong make his way through the depths of the Underground World. The deeper he goes, the more amazing places he finds!
There's no shortage of things DK can pulverise with his powerful punches. Break on through this truly destructive adventure.
The whole island was buzzing about the discovery of this tasty treasure. But then, disaster struck! The mysterious group, known as VoidCo, has its eyes on this prized bunch. But no one messes with DK's favourite food! Behold the golden bananas: Golden bananas?!
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This is Best Game Of The Year 2025. This much exclusive on Switch 2 game.
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