Donkey Kong Bananza: DK Island & Emerald Rush Nintendo Switch 2 - Nintendo Switch 2 [Digital]
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- Genre: Action and Adventure
- Key Specs
- Edition: Nintendo Switch 2
- ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10+) (The overall rating of the game, based on its age-appropriateness, interactive elements, and types of featured content, as established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).)
- ESRB Descriptors: Fantasy violence (The type and severity of content in the game, such as the nature of its themes, humor, language, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
- ESRB Interactive Elements: In-Game Purchases (The interactive or online features of the game, such as users' interactions with other players, location sharing, internet access, in-game purchases, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
- Compatible Platform(s): Nintendo Switch 2
- Software Format: Digital (Physical software requires a disc, cartridge, etc. be inserted into the gaming console or computer to download and/or operate the software. Digital software allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc. Physical (Download Code Only) software is purchased in physical form with a code that allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc.)
- General
- Brand: Nintendo
- Product Name: Donkey Kong Bananza: DK Island & Emerald Rush
- Publisher: Nintendo
- Game Details
- Edition: Nintendo Switch 2
- Genre: Action and Adventure
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10+) (The overall rating of the game, based on its age-appropriateness, interactive elements, and types of featured content, as established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).)
- ESRB Descriptors: Fantasy violence (The type and severity of content in the game, such as the nature of its themes, humor, language, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
- ESRB Interactive Elements: In-Game Purchases (The interactive or online features of the game, such as users' interactions with other players, location sharing, internet access, in-game purchases, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
- Compatibility
- Compatible Platform(s): Nintendo Switch 2
- Software Format: Digital (Physical software requires a disc, cartridge, etc. be inserted into the gaming console or computer to download and/or operate the software. Digital software allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc. Physical (Download Code Only) software is purchased in physical form with a code that allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc.)
- Requirements
- Video Game Content Included: Expansion pack
- Other
- UPC: 400066464622
Explore DK Island in the Donkey Kong Bananza: DK Island & Emerald Rush paid DLC! Sightsee across this modern take on Donkey Kong’s home, packed with nostalgic views like DK’s Treehouse, Gangplank Galleon, and other iconic locations. Take in-game photos with familiar friends Diddy Kong, Dixie Kong, Cranky Kong, and Rambi, and Squawks, and decorate DK Island with DLC-exclusive character statues that you can obtain with Banandium Chips. You might even find some hidden bonus stages among the mine cart tracks and jungle ruins! Push your skills to the limit in the fast-paced challenge of Emerald Rush. Take on timed, repeatable, increasingly difficult challenges in Emerald Rush—a mode that plays quite differently from the main game. Start from the ground up and rebuild DK’s power and skills as you progress through challenges in DK Island and various Layers of the Underground World. Collect emerald ore to earn exclusive in-game rewards and perks! Access this DLC* and start Emerald Rush by talking to one of the Elders and then visiting the Warp Gong after clearing the main storyline. * Full version of game required to use DLC. Sold separately.
- You can get a first look at DK Island by talking to Squawks after reaching the Racing Layer: After completing the game, you can visit DK Island as its own Layer and decorate it with character statues.
Q: What is the software format of this game?
A: The software format of this game is digital.
Q: Does this game have in-game purchases?
A: Yes, this game has in-game purchases.
Q: What is the ESRB rating for this game?
A: The ESRB rating for this game is E10+ (Everyone 10+).
Q: Are there any ESRB descriptors for this game?
A: Yes, the ESRB descriptor for this game is fantasy violence.
Q: What genre does this game fall under?
A: This game falls under the Action and Adventure genre.
Q: Does this DLC require the full version of the game?
A: Yes, the full version of the game is required to use this DLC.
Q: Can I decorate DK Island with character statues?
A: Yes, you can decorate DK Island with DLC-exclusive character statues.
Q: Is this the regular playable game or an add on for $19? The regular game goes for $60.
A: It's just the add on unfortunately.
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