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Donkey Kong Bananza

Best for: 3D platformer fans on Switch 2Premium

A fresh, joyful 3D platformer where almost everything can be smashed. Frame rate dips at times.

Tracking since Sep 2026

Buy if

You want a Switch 2 must-play
You love hunting collectibles

Skip if

You need a flawless frame rate
You dislike open exploration

How it scores

Gameplay9.2

Graphics9.0

Controls9.0

Performance7.0

Price

$69.99

You pay for: Just under $70 list price

Reviewed Sep 2026 · 0 new reviews since · score unchanged

What people love

Most mentioned by reviewers

Smash anythingMost terrain can be destroyed

Varied layersEach underground layer differs

Lots to collectGems hidden everywhere

What people complain about

Most mentioned by reviewers

Frame dipsOdd performance hiccups

Novelty fadesPunching loses its spark

Some unhappy buyers17% rate it 1-2 stars

Reviewers disagree on

Destruction is a joySmashing can feel repetitive

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