Donkey Kong Country HD Hits Switch June 2024

Nintendo has announced that the Wii title 'Donkey Kong Country Returns' is being remade for the Switch as 'Donkey Kong Country Returns HD.' The remake will include levels from the Nintendo 3DS version, offering players even more content. The game features Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong chasing the villainous Tiki Tak Tribe to reclaim their stolen banana hoard. The game supports solo and two-player local co-op play. The original title received high praise with a 9/10 review score on IGN. 'Donkey Kong Country Returns HD' is set to launch on January 16, 2025. The announcement was part of a busy Nintendo Direct that also revealed a new Zelda game, 'Mario & Luigi: Brotherhood,' and a re-reveal of 'Metroid Prime 4: Beyond.'

'Donkey Kong Country Returns HD' will be released on January 16, 2025.

'Donkey Kong Country Returns' originally launched on the Nintendo Wii in 2010 and was developed by Retro Studios. The game was a revival of the classic 'Donkey Kong Country' series from the Super Nintendo era, known for its challenging platforming, unique level design, and cooperative gameplay. The inclusion of levels from the Nintendo 3DS version means players can experience both the original and enhanced content in one package.