Donkey Kong Country Returns HD gets major free update for Switch & Switch 2

Nintendo has shock introduced (and launched) a free content material replace for Donkey Kong Nation Returns HD. In Model 1.1.0, Swap and Swap 2 gamers can now play as Dixie Kong (geared up together with her iconic ponytail) in single-player and native co-op, and race via ranges with greater speeds within the newly added Turbo Assault mode. For these with a Swap 2, the replace additionally brings enhanced decision (unspecified), quicker load instances, and the power to GameShare. Patch notes beneath!

Ver. 1.1.0 (Launched January 20, 2026)

The next updates have been made when taking part in the sport on Nintendo Swap 2 and Nintendo Swap:

Now you can play as Dixie Kong. Her motion when leaping is totally different from when Diddy Kong jumps.

When taking part in alone, as you seize a barrel, you’ll be able to swap between both Diddy Kong or Dixie Kong because the character that seems.

When taking part in with two individuals, P2 can swap between Diddy Kong or Dixie Kong by urgent the stick (the L Stick within the case of taking part in with each Pleasure-Con 2 or Pleasure-Con controllers) on the world map.

A Turbo Assault mode the place you’ll be able to race via the stage at excessive velocity has been added.

For those who clear the course as soon as, it’s going to seem similtaneously the Time Assault mode.

For those who can clear it inside the time restrict, you’ll purchase a turbo medal.

Now helps Brazilian Portuguese language.

You possibly can swap the language within the “Language” setting within the “System” menu of “System Settings.”

A number of different points have been addressed and picture high quality enhancements have been made to enhance the gameplay expertise.

The next updates have been made when taking part in the sport on Nintendo Swap 2:

Now helps “GameShare (Native Person).”

You possibly can choose “GameShare (Native Person)” from “2 Gamers” on the sport begin display screen or the menu display screen of the world map.

Optimized for the Nintendo Swap 2 show and high-resolution TVs for improved picture high quality.

The loading time is now shorter.

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