Nintendo has announced that a new amiibo will be released alongside Donkey Kong Bananza on July 17. This exciting title will be exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2, and fans recently got a closer look during the latest Direct presentation.

In the showcase, Nintendo provided an in-depth overview of Donkey Kong Bananza before its launch, revealing numerous environments for players to explore, along with new skills for Donkey Kong and the introduction of a younger version of Pauline. It was also disclosed that Donkey Kong will appear as an amiibo figure, which will unlock special in-game features.

Amiibo Features

The new Donkey Kong and Pauline amiibo will offer players new customization options, including Pauline’s Diva dress. This will enhance gameplay by increasing bonuses, such as higher chances of discovering special items after defeating foes. Players will also earn four explosive KONG titles from this amiibo, each crafted from potent materials for maximum impact in the game.

Key Features:

• Release Date: July 17, 2025
• Unlocks Diva Dress for Pauline
• Introduces four powerful KONG tiles
• Compatible with all previously released amiibo

In addition to this amiibo announcement, the Direct event elaborated on the adventures awaiting in Donkey Kong Bananza, with various new gameplay elements and character appearances set to delight fans.