Pro Designer Explains REAL Reason Donkey Kong Got REDESIGNED

Curious about the difference between Donkey Kong Bananza and Classic DK? In this video, a professional game designer breaks down the character design changes. Learn why Shigeru Miyamoto is updating his design for Nintendo Switch 2!

Notes: • Why the new design isn’t based on the movie • Miyamoto’s vision vs. Rare’s original Donkey Kong sketches • How Rare’s Battletoads influenced DK’s classic scowling eyes • Key differences in the eyes: closer together, taller, oval-shaped • Key differences in the mouth: shorter = more range of expression • Why expression variety matters for a mostly silent protagonist • Insight on how long mouths limit emotion in character design • Design appeal across different age groups (kids like edgy, parents like silly) • Why scowling eyes appeal to elementary-aged kids • Goofy expressions in the trailer are for parents’ reassurance • The odd mismatch: DK’s redesign vs. Cranky Kong staying the same • Why the redesign makes sense despite initial hesitation • Silent characters need strong visual expression range to connect

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⏰ Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 0:47 - Movie Design? 1:05 - Miyamoto’s vision vs Rare 2:48 - Rare vs Movie vs Bananza Eyes 4:33 - Beware Tomorrow Update 5:35 - Mouth Shape 7:38 - Scowling vs Goofy 10:11 - Cranky Kong 10:33 - Expressions for Silent Protagonist

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