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It's been nearly 15 years since the original Nintendo Wii release of Donkey Kong Country Returns. If you've always wanted to dive into this exceptional platformer but never owned a Wii, Wii U, or 3DS, you're in luck. Nintendo is bringing it to the Switch with Donkey Kong Country Returns HD.
This $59.99 remastered port enhances the Wii classic with improved visuals and includes additional levels from the 2013 3DS version. Plus, the beloved co-op mode makes a return, ensuring fun for all.
For those opting for the digital version on the Switch, knowing the precise eShop release time can help you start playing the moment it goes live.
Donkey Kong Country Returns HD Release Time and Date
Nintendo typically keeps the specific release times for its Switch eShop digital releases under wraps. However, their support page reveals that most first-party titles, like Donkey Kong Country Returns HD, hit the eShop at 9 PM PT the night before their official release date.
This means you can start playing Donkey Kong Country Returns HD on January 15 at 9 PM if you're in California. Here are the release times for other time zones:
- January 15 at 10 PM MT (Denver)
- January 15 at 11 PM CT (Chicago)
- January 16 at 12 AM ET (New York)
- January 16 at 5 AM GMT (London)
- January 16 at 6 AM CET (Berlin)
- January 16 at 1 PM CST (Beijing)
- January 16 at 2 PM JST (Tokyo)
- January 16 at 4 PM AEDT (Melbourne)
If you're eager for more Donkey Kong action, Donkey Kong Land 3 is now available on Nintendo Switch Online.
