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Donkey Kong Bananza: Plenty of Gifts for Subscribers, Hurry!

Nintendo Switch Online subscribers can enjoy themed digital gifts, inspired by Donkey Kong Bananza's DLC, from September 19th to October 17th, without needing the game or its expansion!

Jonathan Dubinski · 2 min read

Celebrate DK's DLC with Exclusive Rewards for Nintendo Switch Subscribers

Since the release of the Switch 2, exclusive titles like Donkey Kong Bananza have emerged as major successes, attracting millions of players. To celebrate the launch of its first DLC, "Isle of DK" and "Emerald Race," Nintendo Switch Online subscribers will receive special digital rewards.

Donkey Kong DLC Unleashes Exclusive Rewards Wave by Wave for Subscribers

The game's first DLC, "Isle of DK" and "Emerald Race," introduces new zones and surprises. To commemorate this release, Nintendo is running a special campaign for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers. This promotion allows members to acquire exclusive icons, frames, and backgrounds by exchanging Platinum Points. These digital collectibles feature characters from the Donkey Kong universe, including Donkey Kong himself, Pauline, Rhino, and Diddy Kong. Character icons are available for 10 Platinum Points each, while themed frames and backgrounds cost 5 Platinum Points apiece. These items can be used to personalize user profiles. The campaign will roll out in several waves, each offering new collectibles: First wave: September 19th to September 26th Second wave: September 26th to October 3rd Third wave: October 3rd to October 10th Last wave: October 10th to October 17th To participate, a Nintendo Switch Online subscription is required. Neither the game nor its DLC are required to claim these rewards.

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Game info

Official Name
Donkey Kong Bananza
Brief Summary
Donkey Kong Bananza is exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2! Explore a vast underground world—by smashing your way through it! Bash, throw, and climb through just about anything in DK’s brand-new 3D platforming action-adventure game!
Platforms
Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch
Released
July 17, 2025
Genre
Platform, Adventure
Play Modes
Single player, Multiplayer
Content Rating
7
Languages
French, Japanese
Genre
Nintendo EPD, Nintendo EPD Production Group No. 8
Genre
Nintendo
Ratings
95/100 (38 reviews)

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