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Donkey Kong Bananza updated to Version 2.0.0

My Nintendo News -

We learned earlier that Donkey Kong Bananza now has additional paid DLC in the form of DK Island & Emerald Rush, which is available now. To coincide with the DLC Nintendo has updated the game to…

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Donkey Kong Bananza DK Island and Emerald Rush DLC Drops

Siliconera -

$19.99 Donkey Kong Bananza DK Island and Emerald Rush DLC ended up being the Nintendo shadowdrop during the September 2025 Direct.

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Here's everything announced in Nintendo's latest Direct

Eurogamer -

It's Mario birthday! The moustachioed maestro is 40 this weekend, and Nintendo is in a celebratory mood. Its latest Dir…

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Donkey Kong Bananza DLC ‘DK Island & Emerald Rush’ announced, now available

Gematsu -

Nintendo has announced Donkey Kong Bananza downloadable content “DK Island & Emerald Rush.” It is available now via Nintendo eShop for $19.99.

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Donkey Kong Bananza DLC Adds Roguelike Mode And Is Out Today

Kotaku -

DK Island and Emerald Rush is a paid expansion that adds a classic location to explore

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Today in video games - 11th September: How much use is your Switch 2 getting, and there's Sonic Racing CrossWorlds demo coming next week

Eurogamer -

Early start today! One of those mornings where my mind woke up before my body. We're back with another day of video gam…

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Best Switch 2 games to play in fall 2025

Polygon -

What are the best Switch 2 games? From Mario Kart World to Cyberpunk 2077, here are our favorites to play on the Nintendo Switch 2.

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8 2025 Releases We Waited 7+ Years For

DualShockers -

Along with Silksong, Deltarune, and Metroid Prime 4 this year, these are 8 of the best 2025 Releases We Waited 7+ Years For.

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Nintendo thought of having adult Pauline accompany DK in Donkey Kong Bananza

My Nintendo News -

Nintendo has revealed in an interview with Japanese site Nintendo Dream that they had originally considered having adult Pauline accompany Donkey Kong in his adventures in Donkey Kong Bananza. However…

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How Long Is Donkey Kong Bananza?

Kotaku -

With so many levels, and all those subterranean depths you can punch your way through, how long will our favorite big ape's latest outing last you?

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Donkey Kong Bananza betrays the only bit of Nintendo lore I care about

Polygon -

Donkey Kong Bananza tosses lore to the wind, leaving an obscure piece of DK media lost to time.

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Donkey Kong Bananza's lackluster fashion game needs a revamp

Polygon -

Donkey Kong Bananza falls short with its dull costume options and lackluster effects, leaving players yearning for the style and customization of Supe

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Forbidden Layer Banandium Gem (banana) locations in Donkey Kong Bananza

Polygon -

The Forbidden Layer is the fifteenth layer in Donkey Kong Bananza and its home to many Banandium Gems. Here’s how to bridge your way to each golden banana.

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The Divide Banandium Gem locations in Donkey Kong Bananza

Polygon -

The Divide is the fourth layer in Donkey Kong Bananza, and it’s a very small one at that. Here’s where you can find all of the golden bananas in this goo world.

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Landfill Layer Banandium Gem (banana) locations in Donkey Kong Bananza

Polygon -

The Landfill Layer is the tenth layer in Donkey Kong Bananza. It may be full of trash, but you can still find a lot of Banandium Gems hidden inside.

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Planet Core Layer Banandium Gem locations in Donkey Kong Bananza

Polygon -

The Planet Core Layer in Donkey Kong Bananza is the 16th layer full of Banandium Gems. Here’s where to find all of the golden bananas and how to reach them.

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Ingot Isle Banandium Gem (bananas) locations in Donkey Kong Bananza

Polygon -

You’ll return back to Ingot Isle in Donkey Kong Bananza to collect even more Banandium Gems. We list where to find all the golden bananas in our guide.

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The Junction Banandium Gem (banana) locations in Donkey Kong Bananza

Polygon -

There are only a few golden bananas in Donkey Kong Bananza’s The Junction map. We list where to find all of the Banandium Gems in our guide.

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Forest Layer Banandium Gem (banana) locations in Donkey Kong Bananza

Polygon -

The Forest Layer is the sixth layer in Donkey Kong Bananza, and it’s home to a ton of Banandium Gems. Here’s where to find all of the bananas.

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Donkey Kong Bananza accolades trailer

My Nintendo News -

The excellent Donkey Kong Bananza is out in the wild and if my friends list is any indication lots of you have been enjoying Donkey Kong’s 3D adventure. Nintendo has put together a special accolades…

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Resort Layer Banandium Gem (banana) locations in Donkey Kong Bananza

Polygon -

The Resort Layer is the eighth layer in Donkey Kong Bananza and the Banandium Gems aren’t the only fruit around. Here’s where to find all of the golden bananas.

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10 Best All Killer, No Filler Open World Games

DualShockers -

The Best All Killer, No Filler Open World Games keep you engaged despite their large size.

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Tempest Layer Banandium Gem (banana) locations in Donkey Kong Bananza

Polygon -

The Tempest Layer in Donkey Kong Bananza is a big one and it has a ton of Banandium Gems. We list where to find the golden bananas in each sublayer.

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How to find music discs in Donkey Kong Bananza

Polygon -

If you plan on looking for all the music discs in Donkey Kong Banananza, you might need some help. In this guide, we explain how to find music discs.

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Radiance Layer Banandium Gem locations in Donkey Kong Bananza

Polygon -

In Donkey Kong Bananza, you’ll hit the Radiance Layer as your 12th zone. It’s another big area filled with Banandium Gems. Some of the sublayers only have a few bananas, so don’t fret too much when you see that this place has a whopping five sublayers. T…

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Every Nintendo Mascot's Best Games, Ranked

DualShockers -

From Mario himself to Captain Falcon, here's the very best from the most iconic Nintendo characters.

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Groove Layer Banandium Gem locations in Donkey Kong Bananza

Polygon -

The Groove Layer is the thirteeneth layer and it’s where you’ll restore the groove to Donkey Kong Bananza As you’re bringing music back to the disco hall, you’ll find that a lot of Banandium Gems are very well hidden. You’ll need to utilize the Swap Harp…

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Canyon Layer fossil locations in Donkey Kong Bananza

Polygon -

In Donkey Kong Bananza, there are three types of fossils you can find in the Canyon Layer. You’ll find common leaves, rare trilobites, and a very rare triceratops fossil as you journey through this mining town. Below, we list where to find the rarer foss…

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Don't Sleep On Donkey Kong Bananza's Co-Op Mode

Kotaku -

It can be a little broken and chaotic, but if you have young children, Bananza makes it a blast to play together

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Racing Layer Banandium Gem locations in Donkey Kong Bananza

Polygon -

In Donkey Kong Bananza, the Racing Layer is home to the Diddy Kong and Dixie Kong and, of course, Banandium Gems. The duo finally make their appearance on the eleventh layer where you can find them racing alongside Rambi and a bunch of other rhinos. The …

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How many layers are in Donkey Kong Bananza?

Polygon -

How many layers are in Donkey Kong Bananza is a slightly more complex subject than you might initially think. Every layer is structured differently, some with multiple sublayers, and all with varying numbers of Banandium Gems to grab. The way Bananza is …

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What are the Post Endgame Activities in Donkey Kong Bananza?

Hardcore Gamer -

This is a selection of the best and most fun post-game activities to do after ending Donkey Kong Bananza.

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Feast Layer Banandium Gem locations in Donkey Kong Bananza

Polygon -

In Donkey Kong Bananza, the 14th layer you’ll go to is the food-filled Feast Layer, an amusement park themed around delicious and greasy food. This place is run by lion-shaped Fractones and has rivers of hot oil, salty sands, and… green nasty muck hangin…

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Freezer Layer Banandium Gem locations in Donkey Kong Bananza

Polygon -

The Freezer Layer is the fifth layer in Donkey Kong Bananza. The Freezer is snowy land home to sweet treats, zebras, and, of course, lots of Banandium Gems. As you traverse through the Freezer, you’ll need to be quick on your feet or else you’ll fall int…

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Canyon Layer Banandium Gem locations in Donkey Kong Bananza

Polygon -

In Donkey Kong Bananza, the Canyon Layer is the third layer that you’ll crash land onto. It’s full of your crystalline friends, but now some of them are shaped like giraffes! The Canyon Layer is home to warehouses full of Banandium Gems and smokestacks t…

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Lagoon Layer Banandium Gem locations in Donkey Kong Bananza

Polygon -

Banandium Gems are golden bananas scattered around the layers in Donkey Kong Bananza. You’ll find dozens of these collectibles in the Lagoon Layer. The Lagoon Layer is home to, well, a lagoon, and to the wise Kong Elder. Some of the Banandium Gems in the…

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These are the Best Games to Play After Finishing Donkey Kong Bananza

Hardcore Gamer -

This is a selection of the best games that are similar to Donkey Kong Bananza.

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These are the Best Outfits for Pauline in Donkey Kong Bananza

Hardcore Gamer -

This is a selection of the best and most useful outfits for Pauline and how to get them in Donkey Kong Bananza.

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Donkey Kong Bananza's Loading Screen Artwork Is So Damn Good

Kotaku -

I almost wish the game took a bit longer to load so I could enjoy this artwork more

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How to farm gold in Donkey Kong Bananza

Polygon -

Gold in Donkey Kong Bananza is a valuable resource that can get you Banandium Gems and unlock alternate passage ways. Little gold nuggets will erupt from the ground as you hand slap your way through the layers, and you might even find large chunks as you…

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Famitsu Sales: 7/14/25 – 7/20/25 [Update]

Gematsu -

Famitsu has published its estimated physical game software data for Japan for week of July 14, 2025 to July 20, 2025.

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Donkey Kong's Wildest Transformations: Ranked and Revealed!

Hardcore Gamer -

Discover the game-changing powers of Donkey Kong's transformations in Bananza. Which form reigns supreme?

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Review: Switch 2's Launch Lineup Gets a Boost from Donkey Kong Bananza

Hardcore Gamer -

Can Donkey Kong Bananza fill the 3D Mario and Zelda-sized hole in the Switch 2's lineup? Our review dives into the highs and lows.

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Donkey Kong Bananza skills list and how to unlock them

Polygon -

Skills change the way you play Donkey Kong Bananza. As you collect Banandium Gems, you’ll earn skill points that can be used to upgrade Donkey Kong’s stats or unlock new skills. Most skills can also be upgraded multiple times, which will provide you with…

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From Banjo to a Star Wars Death Star, fans are having a lot of fun with Donkey Kong Bananza's artist mode

Eurogamer -

Donkey Kong Bananza released last week, and has proven a popular addition to the Switch 2's library.

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Donkey Kong Bananza climbs to top of UK physical sales charts, but still sells less than half of Mario Odyssey

Eurogamer -

The latest UK charts for physical video game sales are here, and this week Donkey Kong Bananza has punched its way to the top spot.

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Super Mario Bros. Movie Japanese dub actor reprises role for Donkey Kong Bananza

Eurogamer -

The credits for Donkey Kong Bananza have shined a light on the game's voice cast.

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Nintendo confirms Donkey Kong Bananza is being made by the Mario Odyssey team

Eurogamer -

Nintendo famously keeps its various game developers under wraps, with the team responsible for a release often only coming to light once the credits roll.

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Marathon Gets Delayed, Donkey Kong Bananza Gets A Smashing Showing, And More Top Stories

Kotaku -

Also, landmark mod site Nexus Mods gets sold and Nintendo cracks down on Switch 2 piracy

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17 Things We Just Learned About Donkey Kong Bananza That Have Us Hyped For The Switch 2's Next Big Exclusive

Kotaku -

Nintendo's next big single-player adventure is looking bonkers

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Donkey Kong Bananza's Direct Reveals A Truly Smashing Game

Kotaku -

Nintendo's 15-minute trailer for next month's Switch 2 game has completely won us over

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Super Mario creator Shigeru Miyamoto explains Donkey Kong's recent makeover

Eurogamer -

Donkey Kong - Nintendo's mighty monkey with a penchant for bananas - received a bit of a makeover recently, and now we know why.

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Nintendo isn't ruling out a Switch 2 price rise depending on those pesky tariffs, as it predicts the new hardware will outdo the uber-popular OG Switch's launch sales

VG247 -

"If the assumptions regarding tariffs change significantly, we would like to consider what price adjustments we should make."

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Donkey Kong Bananza's secret in-game language has already been decoded, months before launch

Eurogamer -

Someone has already decoded the strange, banana-like text in Donkey Kong Bananza.

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Donkey Kong Bananza’s secret banana alphabet has nearly been cracked

My Nintendo News -

Fans have been eager for Nintendo to share more information about Donkey Kong Bananza ever since the game was announced and one motivated fans has gone to lengths to decode the in-game signs.

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Donkey Kong Bananza Handheld Performance Might Make You Go Ape

DualShockers -

This should please those who plan to play the game on the go.

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Hands-on: Donkey Kong Bananza is extremely Super Mario Odyssey-coded, but also nails that delicious, specific Rare flair

VG247 -

This is almost certainly a DK title made in Japan, but whoever is behind this has stepped back and looked holistically at what Rare built in the 90s.

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