Fan Decodes Donkey Kong Banana Alphabet Before Launch

Donkey Kong Bananza has sparked excitement among fans, particularly with the discovery of a secret banana alphabet decoded well before the game's launch. A dedicated fan, known as 2Chrispy, took to YouTube on April 27 to share his findings in a video titled "I Decoded the Ancient Monkey Scrolls of Donkey Kong Bananza." This intriguing secret language, dubbed the "bananbet," has been spotted across the game's trailers, gameplay footage, and official website.

Ancient Monkey Scrolls

While Donkey Kong Bananza is yet to hit the shelves, 2Chrispy's deep dive into the "Ancient Monkey Scrolls" has unveiled what he believes to be the secret banana alphabet. The use of an invented language isn't new in gaming—Nintendo previously crafted the Hylian language for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. However, cracking such a code before the game's release is a testament to the dedication of Donkey Kong fans, or perhaps their eagerness during the wait for more game updates. Though unverified, 2Chrispy's detailed methodology has convinced many that his decoding of the symbols is spot-on.

Thanks, Chip Exchange

In his video, 2Chrispy meticulously explains how he deciphered the "bananbet," beginning with the phrase "Chip Exchange." When players collect a Banandium Chip, they're prompted to "Trade these for bananas at any Chip Exchange." By meticulously reviewing game trailers frame by frame, 2Chrispy sought out the "Chip Exchange" location, hypothesizing that the signage could serve as his starting point. He noticed that the symbols on the signage corresponded to the letter count in "exchange," with the repeated "e" reinforcing his theory. He extended this approach to other symbols found in screenshots and trailers, using a word finder app to piece together the puzzle.

While these findings remain speculative, 2Chrispy's dedication to analyzing every piece of available content is commendable. As fans eagerly await more news about Donkey Kong Bananza, this discovery might inspire them to delve deeper into the trailers and screenshots for more hidden gems.

Mark your calendars—Donkey Kong Bananza is slated for release on July 17, 2025, exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2. Stay tuned for the latest updates on the game by checking out our article below!