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

Nintendo disclosed Donkey Kong Bananza the beloved ape s first brand new D platforming adventure in almost years The new platformer was issued on Nintendo s newest console the Nintendo Switch In the event 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 encounter also features Pauline who has appeared on a few of Donkey Kong s earliest arcade platformers In Donkey Kong Bananza she plays an vital ally to Donkey Kong using her impressive serenading talents to help give him power-ups and solve more puzzles Players can also do co-op with a second player controlling Pauline through each stage Critics have praised the encounter 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