Nintendo has announced a showcase event happening on June 18, 2025, for its upcoming Switch 2 action-adventure platformer, Donkey Kong Bananza. Continue reading to find out the stream schedule, where to watch, and what announcements to anticipate.
Donkey Kong Bananza Direct
Premieres on June 18, 2025 9:00am ET
The long-awaited Nintendo Switch 2 debut of Donkey Kong Bananza is nearly here, and excitement is reaching peak levels. Fans won't have to wait much longer for an in-depth preview. Premiering on June 18, 2025, at 6 a.m. PT / 9 a.m. ET, this upcoming 15-minute Nintendo showcase is set to reveal what could be one of DK's most ambitious adventures yet.
Livestreamed via Nintendo’s Official YouTube, Twitch, and Nintendo Today
The Donkey Kong Bananza Direct will be streamed live on Nintendo’s official YouTube, Twitch, and the Nintendo Today app, giving fans their first official look at this spiritual successor to 2017's Super Mario Odyssey. While the full presentation remains top secret, the event is anticipated to feature highlights such as:
⚫︎ 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 a comprehensive 15‑minute preview of DK's next major journey. Donkey Kong Bananza launches exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2 on July 17, 2025, with a price point of $69.99. For the latest news and updates on the game, explore our related article linked below.
