Datamined Clues Spark Speculation for Donkey Kong Bananza DLC in Mario Kart World

Following a substantial update to "Mario Kart World," enthusiasts of the Switch 2 racing title are keenly anticipating new downloadable content. This anticipation has been fueled by recent revelations from a datamine of the Nintendo Today! application, bringing hopes for future expansions to the forefront of community discussions.

The catalyst for this excitement began earlier in the week when Nintendo introduced a series of "Donkey Kong" themes to its news application, many of which appear to draw inspiration from "Donkey Kong Bananza." This led dedicated fans to delve into the application's data, unearthing details about upcoming character appearances. The findings, shared on Famiboards by user MondoMega, included some unexpected insights, particularly concerning characters from "Donkey Kong Bananza."

Among the most significant discoveries is the scheduled appearance of King K. Rool in the app on December 15th. This character, largely unacknowledged by Nintendo in recent years outside of "Super Smash Bros. Ultimate," served as the surprising final antagonist in "Donkey Kong Bananza." Kritters are also slated to appear on December 9th. While this could merely be promotional content unrelated to game releases, the timing and the fact that all assets originate from "Bananza" have led to widespread speculation. Further strengthening these theories, attentive players previously noted that the voice actors for both King K. Rool and Void Kong were credited in "Mario Kart World," despite neither character being present in the game.

While the prospect of King K. Rool joining the roster of "Mario Kart World" is exciting, it is important to approach such speculation with a degree of caution. Nintendo's track record for major announcements at events like The Game Awards is not extensive, though the possibility of a shift in strategy always exists. Ultimately, whether these datamined clues translate into actual game content remains to be seen, but the fervent discussion and hopeful anticipation within the gaming community highlight the enduring appeal of these iconic characters and the potential for exciting new experiences.