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Business Wire
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Business Wire
Oh Banana! Donkey Kong Bananza Direct Peels Back the Layers of DK's Transformative New Adventure on Nintendo Switch 2
REDMOND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In today's Donkey Kong Bananza Direct presentation, Donkey Kong returns to the spotlight with mayhem, music, mystery and oh-so-many bananas. Launching July 17 exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 system, Donkey Kong Bananza is an all-new 3D platforming game that lets DK punch, grab, toss, climb, smash and flex his strength as he explores the depths of this wild action adventure! The Donkey Kong Bananza game kicks off in Ingot Isle, where the discovery of the century has just been made within its cavernous depths: golden bananas! This turns out to be excellent news for renowned banana fan Donkey Kong, who just happens to be there for this incredible find. However, just before DK can indulge in the gilded treats, a tempest sends him hurtling deeper into the depths of the planet. There, he meets a mysterious new ally in Odd Rock, who turns out to be a talented young singer named Pauline! Together, the pair explore the vast Underground World by smashing, crashing, jumping and singing their way through it. A rollicking adventure you can play solo or in co-op with a friend, Donkey Kong Bananza gives you new ways to cut loose and unleash your inner Kong! To view the Donkey Kong Bananza Direct presentation in its entirety, visit: Read below for more information about everything featured: New Ways to Smash and Bash: As Donkey Kong, you will be able to utilize powerful abilities to smash your way through obstacles and enemies and even unearth discoveries! Use Dive Punch to drill deep into the earth, roll yourself over obstacles, and perform a Hand Slap to help locate hidden items. You can also tear off chunks of ground to either throw at enemies or ride on top of by Turf Surfing and more. These abilities can even be combined for maximum mayhem! Bananza Transformations: While this unlikely duo explores the Underground World, Pauline can enhance Donkey Kong's destructive ability and even make him temporarily transform through the power of her singing! Collecting gold builds up their Bananergy, which allows Pauline's singing to activate the transformations, each with its own specialties. Like Kong Bananza, that makes Donkey Kong super strong, Zebra Bananza which makes him faster and lets him dash for short distances and Ostrich Bananza that allows DK to fly and drop Egg Bombs on enemies! Co-Op Play: By sharing a Joy-Con 2 controller, you and a friend can control Donkey Kong and Pauline separately in local co-op play. Unleash Pauline's vocal blasts using the Joy-Con 2 controller's mouse functionality! You can also use GameShare 1 to share the game and play in co-op with another player locally even if they don't have the game themselves and use GameChat 2 to invite friends online to join you via voice or video chat. Race to the Planet Core: Legend has it, the Planet Core has the ability to grant your heart's desire, so Donkey Kong and Pauline set off on a quest to reach it. Pauline hopes it will be able to return her to the surface, while Donkey Kong plans to ask it for more (what else?) bananas! Unfortunately, they aren't the only ones seeking the Planet Core: The Void Company is also racing there for their own nefarious purposes! A villainous mining operation whose reach extends through every layer of the Planet, VoidCo is not only responsible for the banana-stealing maelstrom that sent Donkey Kong hurtling underground in the first place, but they are also responsible for turning Pauline into Odd Rock. As they all dig deeper towards the Planet Core, Donkey Kong and Pauline must do whatever they can to get there first! Collectibles: While you dig your way through the Underground World, you'll discover useful items to help you along your journey. Uncover golden bananas called Banandium Gems buried behind walls, under the ground, and sometimes right out in the open. Collecting these Banandium Gems earn you Skill Points that increase DK's power and even allows you to learn new Skills to add to your repertoire. You can also earn Banandium Gems through challenges like timed battles, side-scrolling stages, obstacle courses and more. You will also uncover banana slice-shaped items called Banandium Chips and gold nuggets called Banandium Gold. You can trade Banandium Chips for Banandium Gems at the Chip Exchange and Banandium Gold for useful items at the Stuff Shop. As you dig for these banana-shaped goodies, you may also discover Fossils. If you happen to find one during your excavations, take them to the Style Shops and trade them for different fashions for Donkey Kong and Pauline, almost all of which come with useful extra benefits, as well as fur colors for DK. Other New and Familiar Faces: While uncovering more about the villainous activities of the Void Company, Donkey Kong and Pauline encounter many inhabitants across the Underground World. In addition to the giant Elders, familiar faces like Cranky Kong and his companion Rambi show up as well. You'll also come face to face with Grumpy Kong, Poppy Kong and others who work for VoidCo leader, Void Kong. Getaways and Eelevators: Need a break? Treat yourself to a Getaway while in the Underground World and sleep in a comfy bed to help restore your energy. You can even choose some music to enjoy while you rest. And if you want to explore areas you've already been to with ease, use the Eelevators – subterranean eels that can carry you quickly from layer to layer. Creative Game Modes: Get ready to explore new game modes and ways to play Donkey Kong Bananza. This includes Photo Mode, where you can change the in-game camera angle and adjust other settings to snap your ideal pic. And in DK Artist, you can use the Joy-Con 2 mouse controls to take a break from the action and carve designs into stone. You can even change the lighting and add banana effects to give your masterpiece its finishing touches. amiibo: Donkey Kong Bananza also supports amiibo! A Donkey Kong and Pauline amiibo figure will be available on July 17, and it allows you to unlock Pauline's in-game Diva Dress early and receive KONG tiles with explosive power. Scan other Donkey Kong character amiibo figures and you will also earn gold KONG tiles. What's more, if you scan any other available amiibo, you'll receive a giant sphere of terrain material to aid you on your adventure! This all just barely cracks the surface (pun intended) of what Donkey Kong Bananza has in store once the adventure begins! Remember that Nintendo Switch 2 features parental controls that let adults manage the content their children can access. For more information about other features, visit 1 Nintendo Switch 2 system must initiate GameShare session. Users who receive software via GameShare can only play the software during the GameChat session in which it was shared. Shared game will not be playable after the chat ends. 2 Internet, Nintendo Switch Online membership and Nintendo Account required for online features, including GameChat. Compatible USB camera required for video features. Not available in all countries. Terms and GameChat requirements apply. Games, systems, memberships and some accessories sold separately. Until March 31, 2026, GameChat can be used without a Nintendo Switch Online membership. Afterwards, a Nintendo Switch Online membership will be required to use GameChat. About Nintendo: Nintendo Co., Ltd., headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, has been providing a wide range of entertainment products and experiences since its founding in 1889, beginning with the manufacture and sale of Hanafuda playing cards. Since the 1983 release of the Family Computer (Famicom) system in Japan, and continuing through Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo's focus has been the development, manufacturing, and sale of its gaming systems and software. To date, Nintendo has sold more than 5.9 billion video games and over 860 million hardware units globally, and has created franchises such as Mario ™, Donkey Kong ™, The Legend of Zelda ™, Pokémon ™, Metroid ™, Kirby ™, Animal Crossing ™, Pikmin ™, and Splatoon ™. Nintendo strives to expand the number of people who have access to its characters and worlds. Its continuing mission is to put smiles on the faces of everyone it touches with unique entertainment experiences, centered on its integrated video game hardware and software products. A wholly owned subsidiary, Nintendo of America Inc., based in Redmond, Wash., serves as headquarters for operations in the Americas. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company's website at Note to editors: Nintendo press materials are available at a password-protected site. To obtain a login, please register on the site.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Oh Banana! Donkey Kong Bananza Direct Peels Back the Layers of DK's Transformative New Adventure on Nintendo Switch 2
Donkey Kong and His New Partner Pauline Smash, Bash, Climb and Sing Their Way Through a Brand-New 3D Platforming Action Adventure Coming Exclusively to Nintendo Switch 2 on July 17 REDMOND, Wash., June 18, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In today's Donkey Kong Bananza Direct presentation, Donkey Kong returns to the spotlight with mayhem, music, mystery and oh-so-many bananas. Launching July 17 exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 system, Donkey Kong Bananza is an all-new 3D platforming game that lets DK punch, grab, toss, climb, smash and flex his strength as he explores the depths of this wild action adventure! The Donkey Kong Bananza game kicks off in Ingot Isle, where the discovery of the century has just been made within its cavernous depths: golden bananas! This turns out to be excellent news for renowned banana fan Donkey Kong, who just happens to be there for this incredible find. However, just before DK can indulge in the gilded treats, a tempest sends him hurtling deeper into the depths of the planet. There, he meets a mysterious new ally in Odd Rock, who turns out to be a talented young singer named Pauline! Together, the pair explore the vast Underground World by smashing, crashing, jumping and singing their way through it. A rollicking adventure you can play solo or in co-op with a friend, Donkey Kong Bananza gives you new ways to cut loose and unleash your inner Kong! To view the Donkey Kong Bananza Direct presentation in its entirety, visit: Read below for more information about everything featured: New Ways to Smash and Bash: As Donkey Kong, you will be able to utilize powerful abilities to smash your way through obstacles and enemies and even unearth discoveries! Use Dive Punch to drill deep into the earth, roll yourself over obstacles, and perform a Hand Slap to help locate hidden items. You can also tear off chunks of ground to either throw at enemies or ride on top of by Turf Surfing and more. These abilities can even be combined for maximum mayhem! Bananza Transformations: While this unlikely duo explores the Underground World, Pauline can enhance Donkey Kong's destructive ability and even make him temporarily transform through the power of her singing! Collecting gold builds up their Bananergy, which allows Pauline's singing to activate the transformations, each with its own specialties. Like Kong Bananza, that makes Donkey Kong super strong, Zebra Bananza which makes him faster and lets him dash for short distances and Ostrich Bananza that allows DK to fly and drop Egg Bombs on enemies! Co-Op Play: By sharing a Joy-Con 2 controller, you and a friend can control Donkey Kong and Pauline separately in local co-op play. Unleash Pauline's vocal blasts using the Joy-Con 2 controller's mouse functionality! You can also use GameShare1 to share the game and play in co-op with another player locally even if they don't have the game themselves and use GameChat2 to invite friends online to join you via voice or video chat. Race to the Planet Core: Legend has it, the Planet Core has the ability to grant your heart's desire, so Donkey Kong and Pauline set off on a quest to reach it. Pauline hopes it will be able to return her to the surface, while Donkey Kong plans to ask it for more (what else?) bananas! Unfortunately, they aren't the only ones seeking the Planet Core: The Void Company is also racing there for their own nefarious purposes! A villainous mining operation whose reach extends through every layer of the Planet, VoidCo is not only responsible for the banana-stealing maelstrom that sent Donkey Kong hurtling underground in the first place, but they are also responsible for turning Pauline into Odd Rock. As they all dig deeper towards the Planet Core, Donkey Kong and Pauline must do whatever they can to get there first! Collectibles: While you dig your way through the Underground World, you'll discover useful items to help you along your journey. Uncover golden bananas called Banandium Gems buried behind walls, under the ground, and sometimes right out in the open. Collecting these Banandium Gems earn you Skill Points that increase DK's power and even allows you to learn new Skills to add to your repertoire. You can also earn Banandium Gems through challenges like timed battles, side-scrolling stages, obstacle courses and more. You will also uncover banana slice-shaped items called Banandium Chips and gold nuggets called Banandium Gold. You can trade Banandium Chips for Banandium Gems at the Chip Exchange and Banandium Gold for useful items at the Stuff Shop. As you dig for these banana-shaped goodies, you may also discover Fossils. If you happen to find one during your excavations, take them to the Style Shops and trade them for different fashions for Donkey Kong and Pauline, almost all of which come with useful extra benefits, as well as fur colors for DK. Other New and Familiar Faces: While uncovering more about the villainous activities of the Void Company, Donkey Kong and Pauline encounter many inhabitants across the Underground World. In addition to the giant Elders, familiar faces like Cranky Kong and his companion Rambi show up as well. You'll also come face to face with Grumpy Kong, Poppy Kong and others who work for VoidCo leader, Void Kong. Getaways and Eelevators: Need a break? Treat yourself to a Getaway while in the Underground World and sleep in a comfy bed to help restore your energy. You can even choose some music to enjoy while you rest. And if you want to explore areas you've already been to with ease, use the Eelevators – subterranean eels that can carry you quickly from layer to layer. Creative Game Modes: Get ready to explore new game modes and ways to play Donkey Kong Bananza. This includes Photo Mode, where you can change the in-game camera angle and adjust other settings to snap your ideal pic. And in DK Artist, you can use the Joy-Con 2 mouse controls to take a break from the action and carve designs into stone. You can even change the lighting and add banana effects to give your masterpiece its finishing touches. amiibo: Donkey Kong Bananza also supports amiibo! A Donkey Kong and Pauline amiibo figure will be available on July 17, and it allows you to unlock Pauline's in-game Diva Dress early and receive KONG tiles with explosive power. Scan other Donkey Kong character amiibo figures and you will also earn gold KONG tiles. What's more, if you scan any other available amiibo, you'll receive a giant sphere of terrain material to aid you on your adventure! This all just barely cracks the surface (pun intended) of what Donkey Kong Bananza has in store once the adventure begins! Remember that Nintendo Switch 2 features parental controls that let adults manage the content their children can access. For more information about other features, visit 1 Nintendo Switch 2 system must initiate GameShare session. Users who receive software via GameShare can only play the software during the GameChat session in which it was shared. Shared game will not be playable after the chat ends. 2 Internet, Nintendo Switch Online membership and Nintendo Account required for online features, including GameChat. Compatible USB camera required for video features. Not available in all countries. Terms and GameChat requirements apply. Games, systems, memberships and some accessories sold separately. Until March 31, 2026, GameChat can be used without a Nintendo Switch Online membership. Afterwards, a Nintendo Switch Online membership will be required to use GameChat. About Nintendo: Nintendo Co., Ltd., headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, has been providing a wide range of entertainment products and experiences since its founding in 1889, beginning with the manufacture and sale of Hanafuda playing cards. Since the 1983 release of the Family Computer (Famicom) system in Japan, and continuing through Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo's focus has been the development, manufacturing, and sale of its gaming systems and software. To date, Nintendo has sold more than 5.9 billion video games and over 860 million hardware units globally, and has created franchises such as Mario™, Donkey Kong™, The Legend of Zelda™, Pokémon™, Metroid™, Kirby™, Animal Crossing™, Pikmin™, and Splatoon™. Nintendo strives to expand the number of people who have access to its characters and worlds. Its continuing mission is to put smiles on the faces of everyone it touches with unique entertainment experiences, centered on its integrated video game hardware and software products. A wholly owned subsidiary, Nintendo of America Inc., based in Redmond, Wash., serves as headquarters for operations in the Americas. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company's website at Note to editors: Nintendo press materials are available at a password-protected site. To obtain a login, please register on the site. View source version on Contacts GOLINEddie Garcia213-335-5536egarcia@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Time of India
7 days ago
- Time of India
How to fix the washed-out colors issue in HDR in the Nintendo Switch 2?
Image via Nintendo. The Nintendo Switch 2 has recently been released. Since the launch of this new handheld hybrid console, the Japanese gaming company has soared to new heights. With brilliant upgrades like the Joy-Con 2 controllers, GameChat, custom AMD-designed chipset, and many more, this console has already become a fan favorite. However, the HDR 10 support might be one of the highlights of all the upgrades of Switch 2. This High Dynamic Range support was supposed to change the way people game on this console, but actually it is hindering our gameplay experience. But a subtle change in the HDR setting can fix the issue. Nintendo Switch 2: How to fix the washed-out colours issue in HDR? Not all games support HDR on Nintendo Switch 2. | Image via Nintendo. HDR aka High Dynamic Range is actually a display feature which enhances the ranges and depths of colour bits. This essentially helps in differentiating from almost similar shades, which gives a better visual experience in terms of colors and contrasts, which older SDR displays usually lack. This technology has received major versions, and the Nintendo Switch 2 supports HDR 10 on both handheld and docked modes. Switch 1 never had any version of HDR, that is why it was supposed to be a great step by Nintendo. But that doesn't seem to be the case actually. When the automatic HDR setting is turned on in Switch 2, every game, be it supports HDR or not, is forced to render HDR visuals. Because of it, non-HDR titles are getting completely washed-out, overexposed, or pitch dark visuals. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Memperdagangkan CFD Emas dengan salah satu spread terendah? IC Markets Mendaftar Undo Thankfully, there is a settings tweak which can actually fix this issue. If you head to the System Settings and open the Display tab, then you will find an option to set the HDR to 'Compatible Software' only. This way, the HDR features will then enforce on HDR-supported titles only, leaving behind non-HDR titles for older but better visual experiences. You can also fix this issue by turning on the HGIG (HDR Gaming Interest Group) option on your displays. This actually disables the default tone mapping of your displays and relies on the Switch 2'sestone mapping only. Sometimes double-HDR processing or HDR superimposings might lead to washed-out visual performance of the non-HDR games, which might not happen after turning on HGIG. Read More: How to fix Nintendo Switch 2 battery draining issues
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Nintendo Switch 2's 3.5 million opening weekend sales smashes brand's console record — beats Switch 1's opening month by almost a million in four days
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Nintendo has announced that the company's new Nintendo Switch 2 has soundly beaten its console sales record, selling 3.5 million units worldwide in just four days since its release on June 5, the company announced on Wednesday. By way of comparison, that's 760,000 more units than the original Switch sold in its first month, March 2017. "This is the highest global sales level for any Nintendo hardware within the first four days," the company announced. It means the company is more than one-fifth of the way towards its stated goal of selling 15 million units by the end of its next financial year, March 2026. Despite a few horror stories, the launch generally seems to have gone smoothly. GameStop customers at a store in New York were horrified to find the staples used to attach receipts to the front of the console's box had actually punctured the screen, with all of the affected customers given replacements. Across the pond, UK customers at a multitude of retailers noted their units arrived unsealed, with the tape used to secure the box closed appearing to have been broken, possibly due to a flaw in the tape which was too weak for purpose. At the cost of some battery life, the Switch 2 boasts several improvements over its predecessor, with new Joy-Con 2 controllers featuring optical sensors that mean you can use the controllers like a mouse for aiming and scrolling. The screen is a larger 7.9-inch offering with 1080p and a 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, official Nintendo Switch 2 specs reveal eight ARM Cortex A78C cores featuring the ARMv8 64-bit instruction set, and a custom Nvidia Ampere GPU. The console also features 12GB of LPDDR5X memory and 256GB of internal storage, upgradeable to up to 2TB thanks to its microSD Express card slot. Turns out that slot also paves the way for a novel DIY hack, support for M2 NVMe SSDs, at least theoretically speaking. Despite the early success, if you were wondering where to buy the Nintendo Switch 2, it remains in stock at a couple of retailers, notably GameStop and Best Buy, as well as plenty of retailers in the UK. Follow Tom's Hardware on Google News to get our up-to-date news, analysis, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button.
Tom's Guide
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
I canceled my Nintendo Switch 2 case pre-order for this third-party alternative — and I love it (but with one big catch)
I've been rocking the official Nintendo Switch carry case since the console launched in 2017, and I had planned to do the same with the Nintendo Switch 2. I even had my case pre-ordered ahead of the console's launch last week. That was until the folks over at dbrand offered me the chance to try out their new (and somewhat infamous) Killswitch alternative. And after a few days of use with my shiny new Switch 2, consider me a convert. This case is pretty slick. You can pick up a dbrand Killswitch case for $59, which nets you the Essential package. For $79, you get the Travel bundle, which includes the standard case alongside a travel cover and a pair of Joy-Con 2 stick grips. Finally, there's the uber premium Killswitch Ultra set, which packs all of the above plus a set of Prisom 2.0 screen protectors, which are equally excellent. Oh, and whichever option you pick also includes a Dock Adapter, but we'll get to that. The Nintendo Switch 2 Killswitch from dbrand both protects your console and elevates your gaming experience by making the hybrid even more comfortable to hold in handheld mode. It comes in three bundles starting from $59, but those looking to take their Switch 2 on the road will want to consider the Travel bundle for $79. Naturally, the core of the Killswitch is the case itself, which is made from 'impact-resistant and structurally rigid thermoplastics.' the accessory manufacturer notes it's 'It's engineered to absorb shock, diffuse force, and dramatically improve your odds of walking away from a drop with both your console and dignity intact.' But this is one claim that I haven't tested. In my Nintendo Switch 2 review, I noted that the console in handheld mode lacks the ergonomic grips found on rivals like Steam Deck OLED, which can make it uncomfortable to hold for extended periods. Fortunately, the Killswitch resolves this issue by adding grips to each of the Joy-Con 2 controllers, making the Switch 2 feel seriously amazing when played portably. Even better, unlike some third-party cases, the Joy-Con 2s remain fully detachable, as the Killswitch comes in three separate parts (one for each Joy-Con 2, one for the main console unit). So, you don't need to remove the case if you want to switch to tabletop play mode and make use of the built-in stand. If you want the Killswitch to be your all-situations case, then you're going to need to invest in at least the Travel bundle, because the protective plastic cover is a must-have to protect the console's stunning 7.9-inch display. I don't love the way it attaches via a hanging bungee cord, but on the flipside, this does make it extremely secure and easy to slot into place in just seconds. There's really only one thing about the Killswitch that prevents me from recommending it without any caveats, and that is the need for a dock adapter. Because the case adds an extra layer of bulk to the console — though dbrand notes it's a mere 2.5mm total — it won't fit into the Nintendo Switch 2 dock. That's why each Killswitch ships with a Dock Adapter, which allows you to connect your console to the TV without having to remove the case each time. dbrand has gone the extra mile, ensuring the dock adapter doesn't rob the console of any functionality, you still get 4K 60 fps gaming on your TV (in supported games), and the cooling features of the official Switch 2 dock are also maintained, but still it's an extra requirement that might put some Switch 2 owners off a purchase. Personally, I do generally prefer using the manufacturer-supplied dock as standard. On the bright side, the dock adapter allows you to display your Switch 2 more prominently in your entertainment center, which may appeal to some prospective purchasers of the Killswitch set-up. Either way, it's certainly not a deal breaker, and after just under a week of use, I've found the Killswitch a seriously great option. Particularly because I plan to use my Nintendo Switch 2 mostly in handheld mode (I typically reserve my big-screen gaming for my trusty PS5 Pro). There are cheaper options on the market, with Switch 2 cases on Amazon starting from just $9, but if you're looking for a mixture of functionality and well-considered design, dbrand's Killswitch is an option that you really should consider. So long as you don't mind the adapter.
