Nintendo has released Update Ver. 2.0.2 for Donkey Kong Bananza, addressing a key audio issue and implementing general improvements to enhance the overall gameplay experience. This latest patch primarily resolves a long-standing problem where Pauline’s voice would occasionally fail to play when collecting fossils—an issue first noted in versions 2.0.0 and 2.0.1.
While the official notes are brief, Nintendo confirms that several minor fixes and optimizations have been applied to refine performance and user experience. The update continues the studio’s consistent post-launch support, ensuring smoother play sessions and improved stability across the game’s destructible environments.
Full Patch Notes
Donkey Kong Bananza – Version 2.0.2 (October 21, 2025)
Fixed Issues
- Fixed an issue causing Pauline’s voice to not play correctly when acquiring a fossil in versions 2.0.0 and 2.0.1.
- Implemented additional minor changes and fixes to further improve gameplay performance and stability.
Donkey Kong Bananza is a 3D platforming action-adventure developed by Nintendo EPD, featuring Donkey Kong and Pauline in a dynamic new setting beneath the surface of the jungle. Players explore an expansive subterranean world in search of banana-shaped diamonds, using powerful environmental destruction mechanics to uncover secrets and forge new paths.
The game’s distinctive sandbox-style exploration, combined with its charming visuals and satisfying physics-based mechanics, has made it a standout entry in the series. Donkey Kong Bananza was released exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 on July 17, 2025.
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