Nintendo’s banana-loving ape is back in ‘Donkey Kong Bananza’ in first game since 1999

Nintendo circulated Donkey Kong Bananza the beloved ape s first brand new D platforming adventure in almost years The new platformer was disclosed on Nintendo s newest console the Nintendo Switch In the competition players embark on an adventure as Donkey Kong who must find his way through a vast underground realm exploring the world with his running jumping and climbing skills Another feature highlighted in the new title is Donkey Kong s strength being showcased through a variety of smashing abilities which are also used to solve puzzles and find collectibles scattered throughout the realm The tournament also features Pauline who has appeared on specific of Donkey Kong s earliest arcade platformers In Donkey Kong Bananza she plays an vital ally to Donkey Kong using her impressive caroling talents to help give him power-ups and solve more puzzles Players can also do co-op with a second contestant controlling Pauline through each stage Critics have praised the championship s mechanics challenges and story with particular calling it one of Nintendo s best games to be circulated in several years Donkey Kong Bananza is available in stores and online now