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It's been nearly 15 years since the original Nintendo Wii release of Donkey Kong Country Returns. If you've always wanted to experience this iconic platformer but never owned a Wii or Wii U (or 3DS), you're in luck. Nintendo is bringing the game back with the Switch release of Donkey Kong Country Returns HD.
Priced at $59.99, this remastered version not only revives the classic Wii game with enhanced visuals but also includes the additional levels from the 2013 3DS version. Plus, the beloved co-op play feature is making a return.
For those planning to purchase the digital version on the Switch eShop, knowing the exact release time can be crucial for diving into the game the moment it becomes available.
Donkey Kong Country Returns HD Release Time and Date
Nintendo typically keeps specific release times for its digital Switch titles under wraps on social media. However, their support page reveals that most first-party games, including Donkey Kong Country Returns HD, are released on the eShop at 9 PM PT the night before their official launch date.
This means you can start playing Donkey Kong Country Returns HD on January 15 at 9 PM if you're in California. For players in other time zones, here's when you can expect the game to be available:
- January 15 at 10 PM MT (Denver)
- January 15 at 11 PM CT (Chicago)
- January 16 at 12 AM ET (New York)
- January 16 at 5 AM GMT (London)
- January 16 at 6 AM CET (Berlin)
- January 16 at 1 PM CST (Beijing)
- January 16 at 2 PM JST (Tokyo)
- January 16 at 4 PM AEDT (Melbourne)
If you're eager for more Donkey Kong action, you can also check out Donkey Kong Land 3, which has recently been added to Nintendo Switch Online.
