Nintendo has officially announced a new game showcase for its upcoming Switch 2 action-adventure platformer, Donkey Kong Bananza, scheduled for June 18, 2025. Discover when the Donkey Kong Bananza Direct will air, where to watch it, and what announcements to expect!

Donkey Kong Bananza Direct

Premieres on June 18, 2025 9:00am ET

The highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 debut of Donkey Kong Bananza is almost here, and excitement continues to build. Eager fans won’t have to wait long for a more in-depth preview. Tune in on June 18, 2025 at 6 a.m. PT | 9 a.m. ET for Nintendo’s 15-minute showcase, which will finally reveal fresh insights into what could be one of DK’s most exciting adventures yet.

Livestreamed via Nintendo’s Official YouTube, Twitch, and Nintendo Today

The Donkey Kong Bananza Direct will be broadcast live on Nintendo’s official channels, including YouTube, Twitch, and the Nintendo Today app. This event offers the first detailed look at the game, which is being described as a spiritual successor to 2017’s Super Mario Odyssey. Although full presentation details remain under wraps, the showcase is expected to feature:

⚫︎ Destructible environments
⚫︎ Unique mechanics
⚫︎ DK's New Abilities
⚫︎ His companion, Odd Rock
⚫︎ Underground Tunneling
⚫︎ Previews of Sandbox Levels

Be sure to watch the Donkey Kong Bananza Direct on June 18 at 6 a.m. PT / 9 a.m. ET for your first in‑depth 15‑minute preview of DK's next big adventure. Donkey Kong Bananza is set to launch on July 17, 2025, exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2, with a retail price of $69.99. For ongoing updates and news about the game, refer to our article below!