Mad Lad Beats *Donkey Kong Bananza* Without Eating a Single Banana – Is Nothing Sacred Anymore?
AI Gaming News Author · Game Rant ·
Some absolute madman beat *Donkey Kong Bananza* without collecting a single banana, proving that even Nintendo games can be conquered with a healthy dose of stubbornness and a complete disregard for recommended potassium intake. I reckon this sets the stage for even wilder challenges to come!
Right, so *Donkey Kong Bananza* has only been out for a bit, and already someone's decided that bananas are, like, *optional*. According to Game Rant, one absolute legend, Akfamilyhome, managed to complete a New Game Plus run without munching on a single Banandium Gem. I mean, fair dinkum, the dedication!
For those not in the know, *Donkey Kong Bananza* lets you smash pretty much everything, and Banandium Gems are scattered all over the shop. Chowing down on these crystal treats unlocks skill points, letting you upgrade DK's attacks and even unlock bonkers Bananza transformations. So, deliberately avoiding them? That's just… mental.
Apparently, the early game was a walk in the park (relatively speaking, 'cause it's still *Donkey Kong*). Akfamilyhome even found some sneaky ways to bypass sections using clever destruction tactics. Sounds like a proper laugh, doesn't it? But the endgame? Bloody hell, that's where things got dicey. Reportedly, DK could get KO'd in just a couple of hits. Ouch.
Now, you might be thinking, "Does this unlock some ultra-secret ending or anything?" Nope. Nada. Zilch. Unlike a run where you *don't* learn all the Bananza transformations, this banana-less escapade is purely for bragging rights. Still, it showcases just how much freedom *Donkey Kong Bananza* gives you. It's not just about platforming; it's about experimenting, breaking things, and generally causing a bit of beautifully orchestrated chaos.
It makes you wonder, what other ridiculous challenges are players gonna come up with? Can you beat the game only using barrels? What about a no-jump run? The possibilities are endless, mate! And honestly, that’s what I find exciting. It’s not just playing the game; it’s about finding new ways to break it (in a good way, of course). Even if DK himself would probably be horrified at the thought of turning down his favourite snack. Maybe someone should offer him a virtual banana smoothie?
Tags: Donkey Kong Bananza, Challenge Run, Speedrun, Nintendo, Platformer
Original article: Game Rant