Home News Donkey Kong Country Returns HD Is Out Now (and on Sale for $10 Off)

Donkey Kong Country Returns HD Is Out Now (and on Sale for $10 Off)

by Henry Feb 19,2025

Donkey Kong Country Returns HD: A Classic Returns to the Switch

Donkey Kong is back! Donkey Kong Country Returns HD launches today exclusively on Nintendo Switch. This enhanced version of the 2010 Wii classic delivers a challenging and inventive 2D side-scrolling platforming experience. While available at various retailers, Woot currently offers a $10 discount, making it the most budget-friendly option. Read on for details.

Donkey Kong Country Returns HD

Donkey Kong Country Returns HD

$59.99 (Save 17%) - $49.99 at Woot

  • Get it at Woot - $49.99
  • Get it at Best Buy - $59.99
  • Get it at GameStop - $59.99
  • Get it at Target - $59.99
  • Get it at Walmart - $59.99
  • Get it at Nintendo eShop (digital) - $59.99

Only the standard edition is available, but it includes the complete game. Note that Amazon availability may be delayed; recent Switch releases haven't been available for pre-order there.

What is Donkey Kong Country Returns HD?

Play

Donkey Kong Country Returns HD is a remastered version of a previously re-released title. Following its 2010 Wii debut and subsequent 2013 3DS release (including eight exclusive levels), this HD edition bundles all original and 3DS levels.

The game maintains its challenging gameplay, but this release offers an easier mode (from the 3DS version) with additional hearts and assistance. Expect classic platforming elements: leaping across gaps, vine swinging, barrel blasting, banana collecting, and more. Two-player couch co-op is also available upon finding Diddy Kong.

Donkey Kong Country Returns HD is a highly recommended title, revitalized for the Switch. See our 8/10 review for a comprehensive breakdown of its enhancements and overall quality.

Preorder Guides (Note: This section is unrelated to the main article and may be removed for clarity)

  • Assassin's Creed Shadows Preorder Guide
  • Capcom Fighting Collection 2 Preorder Guide
  • Sid Meier's Civilization VII Preorder Guide
  • Donkey Kong Country Returns HD Preorder Guide
  • Dynasty Warriors: Origins Preorder Guide
  • Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Preorder Guide
  • Metal Gear Solid Delta Preorder Guide
  • Monster Hunter Wilds Preorder Guide
  • Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma Preorder Guide
  • Sniper Elite: Resistance Preorder Guide
  • Suikoden 1 & 2 HD Remaster Preorder Guide
  • Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition
Latest Articles More+
  • 10 2026-04
    Pool Masters: Toothless & New Cues Hit Android

    Pool Masters is a fresh online PvP 8-ball pool experience now available on Android. Developed by Eyeball Games, this launch introduces an exciting collaboration that blends digital pool with fantasy. The game has partnered with Universal Pictures and

  • 09 2026-04
    Dune: Awakening PC System Requirements Revealed

    Discover the complete system requirements and technical specifications for Dune: Awakening on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. This guide covers all supported platforms, the memory needed to run the game smoothly, and other essential

  • 05 2026-04
    Team Cherry Releases Hollow Knight: Silksong Update

    Hollow Knight: Silksong is gearing up for its second post-launch patch.Where the initial patch tackled critical issues, this upcoming release aims to resolve other persistent problems and "clean up some bugs related to specific tools." (We assume thi