Nintendo has unveiled a thrilling new addition to its gaming lineup with the announcement of Donkey Kong Bananza, an exclusive 3D platforming action game set to launch on the Nintendo Switch 2. Slated for release on July 17, 2025, this highly anticipated title will be priced at $69.99. During the Nintendo Direct, fans were treated to a debut gameplay trailer that showcased the game's exciting features.
Here's the official description from Nintendo:
Get ready for Donkey Kong Bananza, a brand-new 3D platforming action adventure – available exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2. Crash, bash, and climb through nearly everything in DK’s path and tear off chunks of terrain to swing around and throw in groundbreaking exploration. The more that is demolished with powerful punches, the more areas open up to discover. Break on through this adventure full of mayhem, surprises, and bananas when Donkey Kong Bananza crashes onto Nintendo Switch 2 on July 17.
The Nintendo Switch 2 itself will be available starting June 5, 2025, with a price tag of $449.99. This next-generation console comes equipped with a range of accessories including:
- Nintendo Switch 2 console
- Joy-Con 2 controllers (L+R)
- Joy-Con 2 Grip
- Joy-Con 2 Straps
- Nintendo Switch 2 Dock
- Ultra High-Speed HDMI Cable
- Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter
- USB-C Charging Cable
For those looking to dive straight into the action, the Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle will be available for $499.99 in the United States. This bundle includes the console and a download code for Mario Kart World, which will be ready from the launch day of the Switch 2 on June 5. On its own, Mario Kart World is priced at $79.99, reflecting a $10 increase from Nintendo's previously most expensive Switch game.
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa expressed his enthusiasm about the new console, stating, “Nintendo Switch 2 is the next step in at-home gaming that can be taken on the go based on eight years of play and discovery that began with Nintendo Switch. With its new features that expand the possibilities of gaming experiences, I truly believe that Nintendo Switch 2 is a leap forward in our journey of putting smiles on the faces of everyone that Nintendo touches.”
During the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct, Nintendo unveiled a range of exciting announcements and updates, giving fans a glimpse into the future of gaming with the new console.
