Super Mario Odyssey Creators Unveil Donkey Kong Bananza as Switch 2’s Next Big Hit
Big news for Nintendo fans! The team that brought us Super Mario Odyssey is officially working on the upcoming Switch 2 exclusive, Donkey Kong Bananza. Nintendo has finally confirmed what many suspected: the same talented crew is behind this brand-new 3D Donkey Kong adventure, and it’s coming very soon.
- Super Mario Odyssey team developing Donkey Kong Bananza
- Switch 2 exclusive release
- Fresh 3D platformer with mass level destruction and animal transformations
- Pauline joins as a co-op partner
- Launches July 17
Super Mario Odyssey Team Takes On Donkey Kong
Nintendo has finally pulled back the curtain and revealed that the team behind the acclaimed Super Mario Odyssey is also the driving force behind Donkey Kong Bananza. This is a big deal, especially since Nintendo usually keeps development teams a secret until the credits roll. During recent hands-on events, Nintendo confirmed these rumors, bringing clarity to months of speculation.
What’s New in Donkey Kong Bananza?
So, what can players expect from this new adventure? Donkey Kong Bananza is shaping up to be the first fully 3D Donkey Kong platformer since the classic Donkey Kong 64 from 1999. This time, the game is packed with huge 3D worlds, tons of secrets, and loads of collectibles. There’s a big twist: *mass level destruction* and the ability for DK to transform into different animals, like a zebra or ostrich.
Another fresh addition is Pauline, who joins Donkey Kong as a co-op partner. She’s stepping out of the Mario universe to become DK’s new sidekick, offering new gameplay dynamics and a fresh face for fans.
New Look, New Era for Donkey Kong
Donkey Kong himself is getting a bit of a makeover, looking much closer to his appearance in The Super Mario Bros. Movie. This redesign marks a new era for the iconic character, and with the Odyssey team at the helm, expectations are sky-high.
When Can You Play?
Donkey Kong Bananza is set to launch exclusively on Switch 2 on July 17. If you’ve been waiting for a new Donkey Kong adventure, now’s the time to mark your calendar. Nintendo fans have a lot to look forward to this summer!
