Donkey Kong Bananza arrives next week, revealing the creative minds behind DK's ambitious new 3D adventure. The development team responsible for Super Mario Odyssey has been confirmed - a connection discerning fans had already spotted through UI elements and trailer details.
With the developers now officially confirmed, we're hitting them with a barrage of banana-fueled inquiries. Our conversation features:
Motokura boasts an impressive Nintendo legacy dating back to GameCube era, having contributed to classics like Super Mario Sunshine and Donkey Kong Jungle Beat before helming Odyssey. Takahashi represents newer blood at Nintendo, joining in 2020 with open-world design experience that informs Bananza's direction.
While we've shared key revelations elsewhere - including the game's origins, its place in DK's legacy, and its next-gen Switch 2 status - the complete interview contains many more valuable insights.
Below you'll find our comprehensive discussion, with responses lightly edited for clarity.
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