Diddy Kong and Dixie Kong are in Donkey Kong Bananza

Thanks to today’s Nintendo Direct presentation, we have confirmation that Diddy Kong and Dixie Kong are in Donkey Kong Bananza.

These two are among the series’ most beloved characters. While we don’t know about the extent of their involvement, we at least know they’ll be present.

Diddy Kong and Dixie Kong showed up in today’s Donkey Kong Bananza Direct in a couple of different scenes. At one point, towards the end of the presentation, Donkey Kong seemed to be racing against them – see the screenshot below.

Donkey Kong Bananza will have a number of both new and returning characters. Pauline – who’s your companion this time around – plus Cranky Kong, Rambi, Grumpy Kong, Poppy Kong, and others who work for VoidCo leader Void Kong will be popping up throughout the adventure.

You’ll be able to grab Donkey Kong Bananza on July 17, 2025. We have a helpful recap of everything shown today here.