Fan Uncovers Donkey Kong Bananza's Hidden Banana Alphabet Before Launch

Donkey Kong Bananza hides a unique language, and a passionate fan has cracked it before the game's debut. Discover the secret banana alphabet and the fascinating process behind its decoding.

Donkey Kong Bananza's Hidden Banana Alphabet Revealed

Ancient Monkey Scrolls Decoded

Though Donkey Kong Bananza awaits its release, a dedicated fan has unveiled its secret banana alphabet. On April 27, YouTube user 2Chrispy shared a video titled "I Decoded the Ancient Monkey Scrolls of Donkey Kong Bananza," explaining his journey to decipher the "Ancient Monkey Scrolls." This hidden script appeared in the game’s trailers, gameplay clips, and official website.

Crafted languages in games aren’t new—Nintendo used a similar approach with The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild’s Hylian script. But decoding one before a game’s launch is extraordinary.

This discovery highlights the fervor of Donkey Kong fans, or perhaps their eagerness for new updates. While 2Chrispy’s findings await confirmation, his meticulous analysis convinces many that he’s nailed the symbols perfectly.

Chip Exchange Breakthrough

In his video, 2Chrispy detailed how he decoded the "bananabet," starting with the phrase "Chip Exchange." When players collect a Banandium Chip, a message pops up: "Trade these for bananas at any Chip Exchange." By analyzing trailer frames, 2Chrispy identified the "Chip Exchange" signage as his starting point.

He noticed the symbols aligned with the letters in "exchange," with the recurring "e" supporting his theory. Using this method across screenshots and trailers, he employed a word finder app to complete the puzzle.

While still speculative, the effort to analyze the game’s available content is remarkable. With fans eagerly awaiting updates, this discovery may inspire further exploration of trailers and screenshots.

Donkey Kong Bananza arrives on July 17, 2025, exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2. For the latest game updates, read our article below!