A dedicated fan has cracked a hidden code in Donkey Kong Bananza long before the game’s official release—uncovering what appears to be a secret banana-based alphabet. Known as the "bananbet," this cryptic script has been spotted across trailers, gameplay previews, and the game’s official website. The discovery, made by YouTube user 2Chrispy, showcases an impressive level of dedication and puzzle-solving skill.
The Ancient Monkey Scrolls Revealed
In a video titled "I Decoded the Ancient Monkey Scrolls of Donkey Kong Bananza," uploaded on April 27, 2Chrispy walks through the process of decoding the mysterious symbols embedded throughout the game's promotional material. These glyphs, collectively referred to as the "Ancient Monkey Scrolls," are believed to form a full writing system used by the game’s primate inhabitants.
While fictional languages aren’t new in gaming—Nintendo previously created Hylian for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild—deciphering an entire alphabet before a game launches is unprecedented. Though not yet officially confirmed, the consistency and logic behind 2Chrispy’s findings have convinced many fans that the decoding is accurate.
Cracking the Code with “Chip Exchange”
The breakthrough came from a seemingly minor in-game message: “Trade these for bananas at any Chip Exchange.” When players collect Banandium Chips, this prompt appears—alongside symbols representing the words. 2Chrispy meticulously analyzed trailer footage frame by frame, searching for visual clues tied to the phrase "Chip Exchange."
He noticed a sign in the background featuring six distinct symbols—matching the six letters in "exchange." More importantly, the repeating symbol aligned perfectly with the repeated letter "e," supporting his hypothesis. Using this anchor point, he began cross-referencing other instances of the script from screenshots and trailers.
By combining pattern recognition with a word finder tool, he gradually mapped out potential letter assignments, building a near-complete bananbet. His methodical approach included validating matches across multiple contexts, increasing confidence in the accuracy of the decoded characters.
While still considered speculative until official confirmation, the depth of research and internal consistency make this fan theory one of the most compelling pre-launch discoveries in recent gaming history. It highlights the passion of the Donkey Kong community and sets the stage for deeper lore exploration once the game releases.
Donkey Kong Bananza is scheduled to launch on July 17, 2025, exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2. As excitement builds, fans can dive into the mystery themselves—armed with a newly decoded alphabet and a fresh reason to scrutinize every frame of upcoming reveals. For the latest updates, keep an eye on our coverage right here at [ttpp].
