Nintendo Switch users can now once again embrace the adventure of Donkey Kong in “Donkey Kong Country Returns HD,” available for preorder for the third time this week. Originally launched on the Wii in 2010 and later ported to the 3DS in 2013, this beloved side-scroller returns with enhanced graphics and all the features from its previous versions.
Preorders for “Donkey Kong Country Returns HD” went live this week. Enthusiasts can secure a physical copy at select retailers, with options including Walmart, Best Buy, Target, and GameStop. Depending on your location, select retailers may also offer release-day delivery.
### Exclusive Preorder Bonuses for Donkey Kong Country Returns HD
GameStop is offering an exclusive preorder bonus for “Donkey Kong Country Returns HD.” Customers who place an order—either online or in-store—will receive a DK Barrel Pen Holder upon launch. However, the item must be picked up at your local GameStop. Before proceeding with your online order, it’s advisable to contact your nearest store to confirm stock availability. Note that online orders will be shipped directly to your home, and the bonus won’t be included automatically. To claim the bonus, customers must bring their shipping confirmation to the store, making the process a bit complicated.
For just $60, “Donkey Kong Country Returns HD” features the same iconic cover art as its Wii and 3DS predecessors. However, it is currently unavailable for preorder on Amazon, following the retailer’s recent decision to stop carrying new Nintendo-published games. While Walmat had a similar gap in availability, preorders for recent Nintendo titles have resumed. This trend continues with “Donkey Kong Country Returns HD.”
Expect to see third-party listings appear on Amazon shortly after the game’s launch. The Amazon-owned retailer Woot may also feature “DKC Returns HD” in the weeks following its release, maintaining a history of offering significant deals on Nintendo exclusives.
Marketed as the definitive edition, “Donkey Kong Country Returns HD” preserves the challenging gameplay of the original Wii version while incorporating the more accessible “Modern Mode” settings from the 3DS release. This version also includes all additional levels introduced in the 3DS edition. Even with the Modern Mode feature, the game remains a test of skill, appealing to fans of challenging contemporary Nintendo platformers. If you enjoyed “Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze,” get ready for an exciting journey through the 80-level, nine-world adventure, whether solo or cooperatively with a friend.
