Donkey Kong: Bananza

The OuterHavenTodd Black

If you're wondering whether Donkey Kong Bananza lives up to the excitement, you're not alone. On a recent episode of the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast, I asked, "What was the last game you played that gave you the purest sense of fun?" For me, that answer is easily Donkey Kong Bananza.…

GameLusterBobby Kent

10/10

A chimera of Nintendo's best franchises infused with new ideas and a real narrative heart in Pauline, Donkey Kong Bananza is a must-play on Switch 2 and kickstarts the next generation of Nintendo with an all-time great.

Loot Level ChillAdam Cook

10/10

Donkey Kong Bananza is a true showcase for the Nintendo Switch 2, offering an almost unmatched platforming experience that makes collectibles feel important. An absolute joy to play.

Twisted VoxelSalal Awan

9.5/10

Donkey Kong Bananza successfully transitions the franchise into 3D with impressive scope and satisfying destruction mechanics.

The Nerd StashGiovanna De Ita

9.5/10

Nintendo experiments with the recipes of its classic platformers to give us true freedom in Donkey Kong Bananza, giving us new ways to beat up enemies but also a catchy soundtrack, puzzles, and minigames to unearth.

Pure NintendoJemma Casson

9.5/10

Donkey Kong Bananza is the first major post-launch title for the Switch 2 developed by Nintendo. It also happens to be the first 3D outing for Donkey Kong since

KeenGamerChris Hall

9/10

If you're looking for a smashing time then Donkey Kong Bananza might be for you. Guide DK and Pauline in a subterrainian adventure going deeper underground, blasting through anything that stands in your way as they search for the mysterious Banandium Root. But is the game any good? Find out in this review!

Final WeaponNoah Hunter

Donkey Kong Bananza is an immaculate return to 3D for DK. Bananza offers creativity seen in very few games in our industry have achieved. Each Layer is expertly crafted, Donkey Kong is endlessly fun to control, and the narrative is surprisingly great. While the general lack of difficulty, especially with bosses, leaves a bit to be desired, Donkey Kong Bananza is one of my favorite Nintendo games of the last decade. Let's just hope this marks a new era of consistent Donkey Kong games.

The Punished BacklogDavid Silbert

9/10

In our Donkey Kong Bananza review, learn why Nintendo EPD Tokyo's latest 3D platformer is a must-play, despite some initial growing pains.

VGChartzEvan Norris

9/10

I've been a miner for a heart of gold.Donkey Kong Bananza isn't exactly what you'd expect in the launch window of Nintendo's newest console. You'd probably, [...]

MonsterVineJoe Bariso

Donkey Kong Bananza’s first DLC is a bit of a whiff, despite its strong potential. Emerald Rush is a pleasant enough mode to play a few times, but the emptiness of DK Island is fairly disappointing given the price tag.

Lords of GamingRobert Kellett

Unscored

Donkey Kong returns in his biggest adventure yet in 'Donkey Kong Bananza'. Does this Switch 2 exclusive deliver a smashing performance?