Donkey Kong Bananzakicks things off right, as a lot of the early game zoneshave some of the most fun references. That includesthe Hilltop Layer(SL 200), which hosts the “Nostalgia Country” challenge course. As a short and sweet bonus level, you’re able to find three bananas here (also known as Banandium Gems), which are liketheSuper Mario"stars or moons" of theBananzaworld.
Given that bananas directly influence your stats, as well as player progression, they’re kind of a big deal as you make your way through the game’s many layers.Not only do you need to locate Nostalgia Countryto delve into it, but you also have to find the hidden banana that isn’t nearly as apparent as the other two.
How To Find Nostalgia Country In Donkey Kong Bananza
It’s At The Undertone Canal In SL 200 - Hilltop Layer
Once you make it to the Hilltop Layer, which is the second main zone ofDonkey Kong Bananza, you’re just one step away from Nostalgia Country. To locate it,head to the corner of the map directly opposite from the Warp Gong/main hub, and look for the Undertone Canal on your map. Note that you may need to adjust your map slightly to view the canal itself beneath the core layer. Warp there or walk into the canal.
Drop in, and look over to your left, before the big hallway. See that door covered in purple seals? Sing to it with DK and Pauline (using the L button) to open it up.Walk into the doorway to kick off the Nostalgia Countrybonus stage.
Where To Find All Bananas In Nostalgia Country
There’s A Secret Banana At The Start
The first banana you’re able to get is actually the toughest one to spot. Old-school Donkey Kong fans will remember DK’s abode from the SNES classicDonkey Kong Country;you need to get up there to grab the banana.Rip a chunk off the floor (using the ZR button), and “chunk jump” up(double tap the jump button with the chunk in hand) to grab onto the side of the elevated platform right above you.Enter the building, jump on the tire, and punch upward to get the banana.
To locate the second banana, just progress with the level as normal until you come across a large banana sitting on the ground. The third banana is right at the end of the level. You can’t miss it, and you’ll pick it up before leaving Nostalgia Country. After that, all you need to do is leap into the barrel and be on your way! Nostalgia Country is fully completed, and you’re one step closer to earning every banana inDonkey Kong Bananza.
