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Donkey Kong and Pauline Amiibo Preorders Now Live â Launches July 17 with Bananza
With just weeks to go before the highly anticipated Donkey Kong Bananza hits the Switch 2, Nintendo is doubling down on excitement with a brand-new amiibo figure thatâs as charming as it is iconic.
Available now for preorder at Best Buy, the Donkey Kong and Pauline: Donkey Kong Bananza Series Amiibo features the legendary ape and his newly confirmed in-game partner, Pauline, riding tandem â Pauline clinging to Donkey Kongâs back while playfully gripping his signature necktie. Itâs a nostalgic yet fresh tribute to one of gamingâs most enduring duos.
Priced at $29.99, the amiibo will launch on July 17, the same day as Donkey Kong Bananza. Itâs the perfect way to complete your launch-day collection â especially if youâre diving into the gameâs vibrant 3D platforming action for the first time.
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Release Date: July 17
In IGNâs early preview, editor Logan Plant called Donkey Kong Bananza a triumphant return for Marioâs legendary rival, saying the first 30 minutes on the Switch 2 showcase a 3D action-platformer that finally lives up to Donkey Kongâs iconic status. âThis isnât just a revival â itâs a rebirth,â Plant wrote.
If you havenât already secured your copy of the game, our complete preorder guide walks you through all the best ways to get ready for launch.
And if your Switch 2 setup is already game-ready, donât miss our roundup of the best Nintendo Switch 2 deals â from rugged carrying cases to anti-glare screen protectors. Plus, keep an eye out for even deeper discounts when Amazon Prime Day kicks off on July 8.
Stay tuned for more updates as Donkey Kong Bananza and its full lineup of collectibles hit shelves this summer.
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