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The Nintendo Switch 2 made its debut at the beginning of June, but currently, there are only two new gaming titles, namely “Mario Kart World” and “Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour,” available for enthusiastic gamers. However, Nintendo has just released an exciting new game that brings back a beloved classic with fresh twists and unique features. This addition is sure to captivate both longtime fans and new players alike.

Introducing the thrilling adventure of “Donkey Kong Bananza”, which marks the first Donkey Kong title for a home console since the 2014 release of “Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze” for the Nintendo Wii U (later re-released for the original Nintendo Switch in 2018). This highly anticipated game is now available for purchase at Walmart for $69, inviting gamers to embark on a nostalgic yet innovative journey.

This latest installment is a captivating 3D platformer featuring Donkey Kong on a mission to restore Odd Rock to the surface world. The rock entity was inadvertently sent underground due to a massive meteor impact on Ingot Isle. Alongside the character Pauline, they must delve even deeper into the underground realms to locate and retrieve the stolen Banandium Gems, which were taken by the nefarious VoidCo.

The game can also be purchased at Target, providing another convenient option for players eager to get their hands on this exciting new title.

“Donkey Kong Bananza” introduces exhilarating new mechanics, including smash, crash, and ground-pound abilities, allowing players to destroy nearly everything in their path while navigating through the underground levels. During our hands-on gameplay experience, we discovered that these innovative mechanics unlock numerous possibilities for exploration and creative problem-solving, especially when it comes to uncovering hidden Banandium Gems and defeating formidable enemies and bosses. Although there is a slight learning curve, the more you engage with the game, the more skills and strategies you develop to continue your exhilarating journey through Ingot Isle.

An ingenious co-op mode has been designed to fully utilize the advanced capabilities of the new Joy-Con 2 hardware. This feature effectively transforms the second player’s controller into a point-and-click shooter, providing critical support to Donkey Kong and Pauline as they tackle their enemies with strategic finesse.

Starting Thursday, July 16, “Donkey Kong Bananza” will be available for purchase on the Nintendo Switch 2 at Walmart for the price of $69. In the meantime, check out the exciting overview trailer below to get a taste of the adventure that awaits you.