This week's release of Donkey Kong Bananza is an undoubted highlight of Nintendo Switch 2 so far – at least for those who have the console (see our guide to Switch 2 Stock if you're still searching). The environmental design, world building and gameplay are all a reminder of how great Nintendo is at making games – and a fantastic showcase for the new console.
It's immediately apparent that the game had to be for the Switch 2. But it turns out that initially Donkey Kong Bananza was going to be for the original console, developers have revealed. And they've explained what made them change their plans (see our pick of the best game development software if you're working on your own destructive masterpiece).
