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New Donkey Kong Game Announced: DK Bananza
During last week’s Nintendo Direct event, a brand new Donkey Kong game was announced much to the delight of OG Nintendo fans. DK Bananza is set to be an exciting new era for the beloved ape, blending modern 3D platforming with retro 2D gameplay for a welcome sprinkle of nostalgia – a crowd-pleaser for Nintendo fans new and old.
New Character Design Leak
While the action-packed trailer gave us a flavor of what’s to come, a new character design leak from Nintendo Korea could hint at an alternative sidekick (and the return of a retro fan favorite). Here’s your final warning: spoilers ahead.
Alternative Poster Art
Posted to the Nintendo Korea website, the alternative Donkey Kong Bananza art was quickly redacted, but not before fans got hold of it. In place of the trailer’s stony purple sidekick, Odd Rock, the alternative poster features a female character who looks strikingly similar to Pauline – Mario’s OG love interest in Donkey Kong 1981. While the trailer doesn’t give a lot of the plotline away, that didn’t stop fans from sharing their theories.
Fan Theories
"I see she’s wearing the purple bracelet, which is the same color as the odd rock dude, that partners with DK. Maybe the odd rock can transform into characters, but a mini version of them," one fan suggested on the r/NintendoSwitch subreddit. "New theory. This is young Pauline. They were friends. This is a prequel to the original Donkey Kong. It was all a misunderstanding, DK never kidnapped her. Mario just assumed. Mario is the final boss. Let me dream," another joked.
Conclusion
The upcoming Donkey Kong Bananza game is shaping up to be an exciting new chapter in the franchise, blending modern and retro gameplay elements. The alternative poster art leak has sparked a lot of speculation among fans, and it will be interesting to see how the game’s story and characters develop.
FAQs
Q: What is Donkey Kong Bananza?
A: Donkey Kong Bananza is a new game in the Donkey Kong franchise, announced during the Nintendo Direct event.
Q: What kind of gameplay can we expect from Donkey Kong Bananza?
A: The game will blend modern 3D platforming with retro 2D gameplay.
Q: Who is the alternative sidekick in the leaked poster art?
A: The alternative sidekick appears to be a female character who looks similar to Pauline, Mario’s OG love interest in Donkey Kong 1981.
Q: What is the plot of Donkey Kong Bananza?
A: The trailer doesn’t give a lot of the plotline away, but fans have been sharing their theories about the game’s story and characters.
