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Business Insider
19-06-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Nintendo Stock (NTDOF) Rockets on Donkey Kong Bananza Direct
Nintendo (NTDOF) stock saw a strong rally on Wednesday as investors and gamers reacted to the latest Direct focused on Donkey Kong Bananza. This is a new game that will be released for the Switch 2 on July 17, 2025. Confident Investing Starts Here: The Donkey Kong Bananza Direct provided a wealth of new information about the game, giving gamers an idea of what to expect when it is released. The presentation went over well, with this new game taking inspiration from Super Mario Odyssey and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. These were two of the best-selling Switch games, with combined sales of $69.05 million units. Nintendo and its investors no doubt expect the new Donkey Kong game to perform well, considering the state of Switch 2 sales. The video game console sold 3.5 million units in its first four days on the market, setting new records for Nintendo and the game industry. With those sales under its belt, and a month to go before Donkey Kong Bananza is released, there's huge potential for the game to sell well. Today's presentation could also help boost Switch 2 sales ahead of the game's release. Nintendo Stock Movement Today NTDOF stock soared 6.27% higher on Wednesday, extending the company's year-to-date rally of 58.51%. Additionally, this propelled Nintendo shares to a new all-time high of $90.97. Switch 2 sales data, new game releases, and more could be significant catalysts that send NTDOF stock higher in 2025. Is Nintendo Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold? Turning to Wall Street, the analysts' consensus rating for Nintendo is Moderate Buy, based on eight Buy, two Hold, and a single Sell rating over the past three months. With that comes an average NTDOF stock price target of $92.41, representing a potential 1.58% upside for the shares.
Business Wire
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Wire
Oh Banana! Donkey Kong Bananza Direct Peels Back the Layers of DK's Transformative New Adventure on Nintendo Switch 2
REDMOND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In today's Donkey Kong Bananza Direct presentation, Donkey Kong returns to the spotlight with mayhem, music, mystery and oh-so-many bananas. Launching July 17 exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 system, Donkey Kong Bananza is an all-new 3D platforming game that lets DK punch, grab, toss, climb, smash and flex his strength as he explores the depths of this wild action adventure! The Donkey Kong Bananza game kicks off in Ingot Isle, where the discovery of the century has just been made within its cavernous depths: golden bananas! This turns out to be excellent news for renowned banana fan Donkey Kong, who just happens to be there for this incredible find. However, just before DK can indulge in the gilded treats, a tempest sends him hurtling deeper into the depths of the planet. There, he meets a mysterious new ally in Odd Rock, who turns out to be a talented young singer named Pauline! Together, the pair explore the vast Underground World by smashing, crashing, jumping and singing their way through it. A rollicking adventure you can play solo or in co-op with a friend, Donkey Kong Bananza gives you new ways to cut loose and unleash your inner Kong! To view the Donkey Kong Bananza Direct presentation in its entirety, visit: Read below for more information about everything featured: New Ways to Smash and Bash: As Donkey Kong, you will be able to utilize powerful abilities to smash your way through obstacles and enemies and even unearth discoveries! Use Dive Punch to drill deep into the earth, roll yourself over obstacles, and perform a Hand Slap to help locate hidden items. You can also tear off chunks of ground to either throw at enemies or ride on top of by Turf Surfing and more. These abilities can even be combined for maximum mayhem! Bananza Transformations: While this unlikely duo explores the Underground World, Pauline can enhance Donkey Kong's destructive ability and even make him temporarily transform through the power of her singing! Collecting gold builds up their Bananergy, which allows Pauline's singing to activate the transformations, each with its own specialties. Like Kong Bananza, that makes Donkey Kong super strong, Zebra Bananza which makes him faster and lets him dash for short distances and Ostrich Bananza that allows DK to fly and drop Egg Bombs on enemies! Co-Op Play: By sharing a Joy-Con 2 controller, you and a friend can control Donkey Kong and Pauline separately in local co-op play. Unleash Pauline's vocal blasts using the Joy-Con 2 controller's mouse functionality! You can also use GameShare 1 to share the game and play in co-op with another player locally even if they don't have the game themselves and use GameChat 2 to invite friends online to join you via voice or video chat. Race to the Planet Core: Legend has it, the Planet Core has the ability to grant your heart's desire, so Donkey Kong and Pauline set off on a quest to reach it. Pauline hopes it will be able to return her to the surface, while Donkey Kong plans to ask it for more (what else?) bananas! Unfortunately, they aren't the only ones seeking the Planet Core: The Void Company is also racing there for their own nefarious purposes! A villainous mining operation whose reach extends through every layer of the Planet, VoidCo is not only responsible for the banana-stealing maelstrom that sent Donkey Kong hurtling underground in the first place, but they are also responsible for turning Pauline into Odd Rock. As they all dig deeper towards the Planet Core, Donkey Kong and Pauline must do whatever they can to get there first! Collectibles: While you dig your way through the Underground World, you'll discover useful items to help you along your journey. Uncover golden bananas called Banandium Gems buried behind walls, under the ground, and sometimes right out in the open. Collecting these Banandium Gems earn you Skill Points that increase DK's power and even allows you to learn new Skills to add to your repertoire. You can also earn Banandium Gems through challenges like timed battles, side-scrolling stages, obstacle courses and more. You will also uncover banana slice-shaped items called Banandium Chips and gold nuggets called Banandium Gold. You can trade Banandium Chips for Banandium Gems at the Chip Exchange and Banandium Gold for useful items at the Stuff Shop. As you dig for these banana-shaped goodies, you may also discover Fossils. If you happen to find one during your excavations, take them to the Style Shops and trade them for different fashions for Donkey Kong and Pauline, almost all of which come with useful extra benefits, as well as fur colors for DK. Other New and Familiar Faces: While uncovering more about the villainous activities of the Void Company, Donkey Kong and Pauline encounter many inhabitants across the Underground World. In addition to the giant Elders, familiar faces like Cranky Kong and his companion Rambi show up as well. You'll also come face to face with Grumpy Kong, Poppy Kong and others who work for VoidCo leader, Void Kong. Getaways and Eelevators: Need a break? Treat yourself to a Getaway while in the Underground World and sleep in a comfy bed to help restore your energy. You can even choose some music to enjoy while you rest. And if you want to explore areas you've already been to with ease, use the Eelevators – subterranean eels that can carry you quickly from layer to layer. Creative Game Modes: Get ready to explore new game modes and ways to play Donkey Kong Bananza. This includes Photo Mode, where you can change the in-game camera angle and adjust other settings to snap your ideal pic. And in DK Artist, you can use the Joy-Con 2 mouse controls to take a break from the action and carve designs into stone. You can even change the lighting and add banana effects to give your masterpiece its finishing touches. amiibo: Donkey Kong Bananza also supports amiibo! A Donkey Kong and Pauline amiibo figure will be available on July 17, and it allows you to unlock Pauline's in-game Diva Dress early and receive KONG tiles with explosive power. Scan other Donkey Kong character amiibo figures and you will also earn gold KONG tiles. What's more, if you scan any other available amiibo, you'll receive a giant sphere of terrain material to aid you on your adventure! This all just barely cracks the surface (pun intended) of what Donkey Kong Bananza has in store once the adventure begins! Remember that Nintendo Switch 2 features parental controls that let adults manage the content their children can access. For more information about other features, visit 1 Nintendo Switch 2 system must initiate GameShare session. Users who receive software via GameShare can only play the software during the GameChat session in which it was shared. Shared game will not be playable after the chat ends. 2 Internet, Nintendo Switch Online membership and Nintendo Account required for online features, including GameChat. Compatible USB camera required for video features. Not available in all countries. Terms and GameChat requirements apply. Games, systems, memberships and some accessories sold separately. Until March 31, 2026, GameChat can be used without a Nintendo Switch Online membership. Afterwards, a Nintendo Switch Online membership will be required to use GameChat. About Nintendo: Nintendo Co., Ltd., headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, has been providing a wide range of entertainment products and experiences since its founding in 1889, beginning with the manufacture and sale of Hanafuda playing cards. Since the 1983 release of the Family Computer (Famicom) system in Japan, and continuing through Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo's focus has been the development, manufacturing, and sale of its gaming systems and software. To date, Nintendo has sold more than 5.9 billion video games and over 860 million hardware units globally, and has created franchises such as Mario ™, Donkey Kong ™, The Legend of Zelda ™, Pokémon ™, Metroid ™, Kirby ™, Animal Crossing ™, Pikmin ™, and Splatoon ™. Nintendo strives to expand the number of people who have access to its characters and worlds. Its continuing mission is to put smiles on the faces of everyone it touches with unique entertainment experiences, centered on its integrated video game hardware and software products. A wholly owned subsidiary, Nintendo of America Inc., based in Redmond, Wash., serves as headquarters for operations in the Americas. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company's website at Note to editors: Nintendo press materials are available at a password-protected site. To obtain a login, please register on the site.
Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Oh Banana! Donkey Kong Bananza Direct Peels Back the Layers of DK's Transformative New Adventure on Nintendo Switch 2
Donkey Kong and His New Partner Pauline Smash, Bash, Climb and Sing Their Way Through a Brand-New 3D Platforming Action Adventure Coming Exclusively to Nintendo Switch 2 on July 17 REDMOND, Wash., June 18, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In today's Donkey Kong Bananza Direct presentation, Donkey Kong returns to the spotlight with mayhem, music, mystery and oh-so-many bananas. Launching July 17 exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 system, Donkey Kong Bananza is an all-new 3D platforming game that lets DK punch, grab, toss, climb, smash and flex his strength as he explores the depths of this wild action adventure! The Donkey Kong Bananza game kicks off in Ingot Isle, where the discovery of the century has just been made within its cavernous depths: golden bananas! This turns out to be excellent news for renowned banana fan Donkey Kong, who just happens to be there for this incredible find. However, just before DK can indulge in the gilded treats, a tempest sends him hurtling deeper into the depths of the planet. There, he meets a mysterious new ally in Odd Rock, who turns out to be a talented young singer named Pauline! Together, the pair explore the vast Underground World by smashing, crashing, jumping and singing their way through it. A rollicking adventure you can play solo or in co-op with a friend, Donkey Kong Bananza gives you new ways to cut loose and unleash your inner Kong! To view the Donkey Kong Bananza Direct presentation in its entirety, visit: Read below for more information about everything featured: New Ways to Smash and Bash: As Donkey Kong, you will be able to utilize powerful abilities to smash your way through obstacles and enemies and even unearth discoveries! Use Dive Punch to drill deep into the earth, roll yourself over obstacles, and perform a Hand Slap to help locate hidden items. You can also tear off chunks of ground to either throw at enemies or ride on top of by Turf Surfing and more. These abilities can even be combined for maximum mayhem! Bananza Transformations: While this unlikely duo explores the Underground World, Pauline can enhance Donkey Kong's destructive ability and even make him temporarily transform through the power of her singing! Collecting gold builds up their Bananergy, which allows Pauline's singing to activate the transformations, each with its own specialties. Like Kong Bananza, that makes Donkey Kong super strong, Zebra Bananza which makes him faster and lets him dash for short distances and Ostrich Bananza that allows DK to fly and drop Egg Bombs on enemies! Co-Op Play: By sharing a Joy-Con 2 controller, you and a friend can control Donkey Kong and Pauline separately in local co-op play. Unleash Pauline's vocal blasts using the Joy-Con 2 controller's mouse functionality! You can also use GameShare1 to share the game and play in co-op with another player locally even if they don't have the game themselves and use GameChat2 to invite friends online to join you via voice or video chat. Race to the Planet Core: Legend has it, the Planet Core has the ability to grant your heart's desire, so Donkey Kong and Pauline set off on a quest to reach it. Pauline hopes it will be able to return her to the surface, while Donkey Kong plans to ask it for more (what else?) bananas! Unfortunately, they aren't the only ones seeking the Planet Core: The Void Company is also racing there for their own nefarious purposes! A villainous mining operation whose reach extends through every layer of the Planet, VoidCo is not only responsible for the banana-stealing maelstrom that sent Donkey Kong hurtling underground in the first place, but they are also responsible for turning Pauline into Odd Rock. As they all dig deeper towards the Planet Core, Donkey Kong and Pauline must do whatever they can to get there first! Collectibles: While you dig your way through the Underground World, you'll discover useful items to help you along your journey. Uncover golden bananas called Banandium Gems buried behind walls, under the ground, and sometimes right out in the open. Collecting these Banandium Gems earn you Skill Points that increase DK's power and even allows you to learn new Skills to add to your repertoire. You can also earn Banandium Gems through challenges like timed battles, side-scrolling stages, obstacle courses and more. You will also uncover banana slice-shaped items called Banandium Chips and gold nuggets called Banandium Gold. You can trade Banandium Chips for Banandium Gems at the Chip Exchange and Banandium Gold for useful items at the Stuff Shop. As you dig for these banana-shaped goodies, you may also discover Fossils. If you happen to find one during your excavations, take them to the Style Shops and trade them for different fashions for Donkey Kong and Pauline, almost all of which come with useful extra benefits, as well as fur colors for DK. Other New and Familiar Faces: While uncovering more about the villainous activities of the Void Company, Donkey Kong and Pauline encounter many inhabitants across the Underground World. In addition to the giant Elders, familiar faces like Cranky Kong and his companion Rambi show up as well. You'll also come face to face with Grumpy Kong, Poppy Kong and others who work for VoidCo leader, Void Kong. Getaways and Eelevators: Need a break? Treat yourself to a Getaway while in the Underground World and sleep in a comfy bed to help restore your energy. You can even choose some music to enjoy while you rest. And if you want to explore areas you've already been to with ease, use the Eelevators – subterranean eels that can carry you quickly from layer to layer. Creative Game Modes: Get ready to explore new game modes and ways to play Donkey Kong Bananza. This includes Photo Mode, where you can change the in-game camera angle and adjust other settings to snap your ideal pic. And in DK Artist, you can use the Joy-Con 2 mouse controls to take a break from the action and carve designs into stone. You can even change the lighting and add banana effects to give your masterpiece its finishing touches. amiibo: Donkey Kong Bananza also supports amiibo! A Donkey Kong and Pauline amiibo figure will be available on July 17, and it allows you to unlock Pauline's in-game Diva Dress early and receive KONG tiles with explosive power. Scan other Donkey Kong character amiibo figures and you will also earn gold KONG tiles. What's more, if you scan any other available amiibo, you'll receive a giant sphere of terrain material to aid you on your adventure! This all just barely cracks the surface (pun intended) of what Donkey Kong Bananza has in store once the adventure begins! Remember that Nintendo Switch 2 features parental controls that let adults manage the content their children can access. For more information about other features, visit 1 Nintendo Switch 2 system must initiate GameShare session. Users who receive software via GameShare can only play the software during the GameChat session in which it was shared. Shared game will not be playable after the chat ends. 2 Internet, Nintendo Switch Online membership and Nintendo Account required for online features, including GameChat. Compatible USB camera required for video features. Not available in all countries. Terms and GameChat requirements apply. Games, systems, memberships and some accessories sold separately. Until March 31, 2026, GameChat can be used without a Nintendo Switch Online membership. Afterwards, a Nintendo Switch Online membership will be required to use GameChat. About Nintendo: Nintendo Co., Ltd., headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, has been providing a wide range of entertainment products and experiences since its founding in 1889, beginning with the manufacture and sale of Hanafuda playing cards. Since the 1983 release of the Family Computer (Famicom) system in Japan, and continuing through Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo's focus has been the development, manufacturing, and sale of its gaming systems and software. To date, Nintendo has sold more than 5.9 billion video games and over 860 million hardware units globally, and has created franchises such as Mario™, Donkey Kong™, The Legend of Zelda™, Pokémon™, Metroid™, Kirby™, Animal Crossing™, Pikmin™, and Splatoon™. Nintendo strives to expand the number of people who have access to its characters and worlds. Its continuing mission is to put smiles on the faces of everyone it touches with unique entertainment experiences, centered on its integrated video game hardware and software products. A wholly owned subsidiary, Nintendo of America Inc., based in Redmond, Wash., serves as headquarters for operations in the Americas. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company's website at Note to editors: Nintendo press materials are available at a password-protected site. To obtain a login, please register on the site. View source version on Contacts GOLINEddie Garcia213-335-5536egarcia@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Daily Mirror
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Donkey Kong Bananza Direct: Start time and how to watch new Nintendo game
The latest 3D adventure from Nintendo is set for its own Direct showcase putting Donkey Kong Bananza in the spotlight. (Image: Nintendo) Donkey Kong Bananza is the next game to receive its own official Nintendo Direct, promising a wealth of new information about the destructible adventure. With the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 and the debut of its roster of Switch 2 launch titles, including an exclusive Fortnite emote for the console, attention has now shifted to what's next. While the hardware itself is impressive, it's Nintendo's games that truly shine, and fans are eagerly awaiting proof that the company hasn't solely focused on framerate and performance improvements. Enter, Donkey Kong. Occupying the spot in the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct that many anticipated would be filled by a 3D Mario game, Donkey Kong Bananza demonstrated that DK still has the chops to lead a new exploratory adventure. The game debuted with an exciting trailer, revealing a new, destructible world to explore alongside a new purple friend packed with minerals. This title, set to join the list of Nintendo Switch 2 games, looks incredibly exciting and seems poised to showcase the capabilities of its new home. However, the trailer isn't the last we'll see of it, as a new Nintendo Direct dedicated exclusively to the game is in the works. The implications this has for a full Nintendo Direct arriving soon aside, this is incredibly exciting and means that we're in for a genuinely in-depth look at the game we simply didn't receive in its Treehouse spotlight. So, when can we actually see the new showcase? Here's how to watch the Donkey Kong Bananza Direct. READ MORE: When is the next Fortnite update? Release date and what to expect from the new 36.10 update READ MORE: Cyberpunk 2077 Nintendo Switch 2 performance review – an outstanding achievement The Donkey Kong Bananza Direct showcase is set to begin at 6am PDT / 9am EDT / 2pm BST on Wednesday, June 18. The Direct will be broadcast on YouTube. Watch the Donkey Kong Bananza Direct on YouTube The showcase will last for 15 minutes, and will deliver some new looks at gameplay of the game, presumably that we hadn't seen at the previous Nintendo Treehouse shows. Hype is high for Donkey Kong Bananza, especially as right now, it is the next first-party title coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 since Mario Kart World. The pressure is on, and fingers are crossed everywhere that Nintendo can deliver on the game that, for many, is replacing a new 3D Mario game. And goodness knows that the standards for those are high.
Newsweek
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Donkey Kong Bananza Direct — Stream Times, Stream Links, What to Expect
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors Nintendo has just announced a Nintendo Direct for Donkey Kong Bananza, with the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 game set to have the first real batch of information revealed ahead of its launch next month. Donkey Kong Bananza launches on the Switch 2 on July 17, 2025, but so far we've only seen a relatively small amount of gameplay from a very early stage in the game. Leaks from official Nintendo websites in other countries have revealed that there's much more story content yet to be revealed, so the Direct should be an interesting watch for fans. Donkey Kong smashing into the ground next to a purple rock with eyes in Donkey Kong Bananza. Donkey Kong smashing into the ground next to a purple rock with eyes in Donkey Kong Bananza. Nintendo We've put together this handy explainer with all the information you need to know about the Donkey Kong Bananza Direct, including the Nintendo Direct stream times, as well as the stream links for the Nintendo Direct, and what to expect from the Donkey Kong Bananza Direct. Donkey Kong Bananza Direct: Stream Times The Donkey Kong Bananza Nintendo Direct will take place at 9:00am ET on June 18, 2025. This means that, for the most part, the Direct will be in a fairly reasonable time for most regions, with only the far Eastern hemisphere – such as Australia, New Zealand, and Japan – getting a fairly late Direct time. With the exception of New Zealand, which just crosses over into June 19, all regions will be getting the direct on the 18th. Here's the full list of timezones: PDT – 6:00am – 6:00am EDT – 9:00am – 9:00am BRT – 10:00am – 10:00am BST – 2:00pm – 2:00pm CEST – 3:00pm – 3:00pm IST – 6:30pm – 6:30pm CST – 9:00pm – 9:00pm JST – 10:00pm – 10:00pm AEST – 11:00pm – 11:00pm NZST – 1:00am (June 19) Donkey Kong Bananza Direct: Stream Links The Donkey Kong Bananza Direct will be streamed live on Nintendo's official YouTube and Twitch pages. We've embedded the YouTube link below, and have the links for both the YouTube and Twitch pages below: The Nintendo Direct will also be available to watch via the Nintendo Today app, which Nintendo has been using more often to make announcements, such as the recently announced Splatoon Raiders and the release date for the live-action The Legend of Zelda film. Donkey Kong Bananza Direct: What to Expect The Donkey Kong Bananza Direct will last for approximately 15 minutes. Nintendo says the Direct will feature "information about the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 game," which is likely to include gameplay, story details, and more. It's possible we could see the new design for Diddy Kong in-game, after having seen the character make his redesigned appearance in various promotional materials, and more gameplay mechanics and levels within the game should be on display.
