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It's been nearly 15 years since the beloved Nintendo Wii release of Donkey Kong Country Returns. If you've always wanted to dive into this exceptional platformer but never owned a Wii, Wii U, or 3DS, Nintendo has you covered with the Switch release of Donkey Kong Country Returns HD.
This $59.99 port is a beautifully remastered version of the Wii classic, boasting enhanced visuals and the additional levels from the 2013 3DS version. Plus, the beloved co-op play feature is making a return.
For those opting for the digital version on the Switch, knowing the precise eShop release time is key to starting your adventure the moment it goes live.
Donkey Kong Country Returns HD Release Time and Date
Nintendo typically keeps the exact release times for its digital Switch eShop releases under wraps. However, their support page reveals that most first-party titles, including Donkey Kong Country Returns HD, become available on the eShop at 9 PM PT the evening before the official release date.
This means you can start playing Donkey Kong Country Returns HD on January 15 at 9 PM if you're in California. Here are the corresponding times for other time zones:
- January 15 at 10 PM MT (Denver)
- January 15 at 11 PM CT (Chicago)
- January 16 at 12 AM ET (New York)
- January 16 at 5 AM GMT (London)
- January 16 at 6 AM CET (Berlin)
- January 16 at 1 PM CST (Beijing)
- January 16 at 2 PM JST (Tokyo)
- January 16 at 4 PM AEDT (Melbourne)
If you're eager for more classic DK action, Donkey Kong Land 3 is now available on Nintendo Switch Online.
