Donkey Kong Bananza Player Completes Game with Zero Bananas on Nintendo Switch

Donkey Kong Bananza, the latest entry in Nintendo's enduring Donkey Kong franchise, continues to capture attention on the Nintendo Switch.

Developed and published by Nintendo, the platformer builds on the series' rich legacy, offering fans new mechanics, expansive levels, and countless bananas to collect.

While most players focus on amassing as many bananas as possible, one determined individual has taken the opposite approach—completing the entire game without collecting a single banana. Speedrunner and content creator Akfamilyhome recently posted about this achievement on social media.

By completing Donkey Kong Bananza with zero bananas collected, Akfamilyhome has set a new standard for creative challenge runs within the community.

"Finishing Donkey Kong Bananza without any bananas was honestly a fun challenge," Akfamilyhome remarked.

The player recommended attempting the 'zero banana' run as a New Game Plus (NG+) challenge after a 100% completion playthrough to keep things fresh for veterans of the game. Achieving this feat requires careful planning and mastery of the game's increasingly complex level design.

According to Akfamilyhome, the early portions of Donkey Kong Bananza are relatively accessible for those seeking this unique path.

However, as the mid-game approaches, players need to employ "inventive ways to bypass certain sections," making the run significantly more demanding.

The challenge escalates near the finale, where the game's difficulty spikes, leaving the protagonist vulnerable to defeat in just one or two hits. Interestingly, Akfamilyhome confirmed there is no special dialogue or reward for finishing Donkey Kong Bananza without collecting any bananas.

Nevertheless, the title does feature unique in-game responses if completed without picking up any of the more rare Bananza items. As with previous Donkey Kong titles, Bananza is celebrated for its linear progression enriched by the series' renowned destruction mechanics, allowing for flexible approaches and even enabling players to skip non-essential segments of the story.

This freedom has encouraged the community to experiment with numerous strategies and self-imposed challenges, further cementing its popularity since its Nintendo Switch debut. For those seeking to maximize their playthrough, Donkey Kong Bananza guides are readily available—covering everything from music disc farming to collecting elusive Banandium Chips.

The Donkey Kong series continues to thrive on the Nintendo Switch, blending nostalgia with innovation and providing a platform for both traditional play and remarkable achievements such as Akfamilyhome’s zero banana completion.

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