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Dixie Kong and Turbo Mode: New Free Updates for Donkey Kong Country Returns HD
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
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Nintendo has rolled out a surprise free update for Donkey Kong Country Returns HD, bringing in Dixie Kong and a new Turbo Attack mode. This update is available on both the original Switch and the newer Switch 2.
Switch 2 Exclusive Perks
The Switch 2 version gets extra perks:
- Faster loading times
- Sharper graphics
- GameShare feature, allowing co-op play with a friend who doesn't own the game
New Features & Improvements
- Dixie Kong is now playable, with higher and farther jumps than Diddy Kong.
- Turbo Attack mode challenges players to finish levels quickly for a turbo medal.
- Support for Brazilian Portuguese.
- Bug fixes and image quality improvements.
GameShare for Switch 2
- Play co-op with a friend who doesn't own the game.
- Optimized graphics for Switch 2 and high-resolution TVs.
- Shorter loading times.
Nintendo continues to enhance its Switch games with new features and improvements, with some updates being free like this one.
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