Fan Uncovers Donkey Kong Bananza's Hidden Banana Code Before Launch

A devoted fan has cracked a hidden language in Donkey Kong Bananza before its official release. Discover the intriguing banana code and how it was unraveled.

Donkey Kong Bananza's Hidden Banana Code Revealed

Ancient Primate Texts

Though Donkey Kong Bananza has yet to launch, a passionate fan has decoded its secret banana code. On April 27, YouTube user 2Chrispy posted a video titled "I Cracked the Ancient Primate Texts of Donkey Kong Bananza," sharing his journey of deciphering the "Ancient Primate Texts." This unique code appeared in the game’s trailers, gameplay clips, and official website.

Creating a fictional language for a game isn’t unprecedented—Nintendo used a similar approach with The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild’s Hylian script. However, decoding a game’s language before its release is extraordinary.

This discovery highlights the dedication of Donkey Kong fans, or perhaps their eagerness for new updates. While the code’s authenticity is unconfirmed, 2Chrispy’s thorough analysis and meticulous process have convinced many that his findings are spot-on.

Decoding with Chip Exchange

In his video, 2Chrispy explained how he decoded the "bananacode," starting with the phrase "Chip Exchange." When players collect a Banandium Chip, a message appears: "Trade these for bananas at any Chip Exchange." By analyzing trailer frames, 2Chrispy identified the "Chip Exchange" signage as a starting point.

He noticed the symbols aligned with the word "exchange," with the repeating letter "e" supporting his hypothesis. Using this method, he cross-referenced symbols from screenshots and trailers, employing a word finder app to complete the puzzle.

While these findings remain speculative, the effort to analyze the game’s available content is remarkable. With fans eagerly awaiting updates, this breakthrough may inspire further exploration of trailers and screenshots.

Donkey Kong Bananza is slated for release on July 17, 2025, exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2. For the latest game updates, check out our article below!