Donkey Kong Bananza Is Now Up for Preorder for the Switch 2

Published:Thu, 24 Apr 2025 / Source：https://www.ign.com/articles/where-to-buy-donkey-kong-bananza-nintendo-switch-2

Donkey Kong Bananza is set to release exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2 on July 17. It’s a big 3D platformer that finds our simian hero running, climbing, and rolling through a variety of wide-open environments. It’s available to preorder now (see it at Best Buy). Read on for the details.

Donkey Kong Bananza

There are no special editions or anything like that for Donkey Kong Bananza. The only choice you have to make is whether to buy it in physical or digital format.

Yes, the MSRP Is $69.99

While Nintendo is deploying a new $79.99 price point for some Switch 2 games (looking at you, Mario Kart World) and even some upgraded original Switch games (looking at you, Super Mario Party Jamboree), it’s sticking with $69.99 for Donkey Kong Bananza. That’s $10 more than the standard Nintendo kept for most original Switch games, but I’m glad it’s not $79.99.

What Is Donkey Kong Bananza?

Donkey Kong Bananza is the first new 3D Donkey Kong game since the 1999 N64 platformer Donkey Kong 64. The main gameplay mechanic here seems to be a digging ability that has Donkey Kong pounding and smashing his way down into the ground or through the sides of cliffs. And based on the trailer, there appears to be plenty of secrets and treasure to be found underground.

While most of the levels do appear to take place underground, you’ll get to play through a variety of environments, including forests, canyons, lagoons, and frozen tundras. True to the series history, there are also side-scrolling and mine cart rail-riding sections. It looks like fun. Check out our Donkey Kong Bananza hands-on preview for more information.