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Unlock DK Artist mode in Donkey Kong Bananza to sculpt, paint, and design 3D models using Joy-Con controls.
Donkey Kong Bananza allows players to unleash their creativity with the DK Artist game mode. You can’t access it during the main game and must locate a hidden entry point instead. The mode includes detailed 3D sculpting, modeling, and painting tools reminiscent of Mario Paint. This hidden feature transforms your Switch 2 into a mini digital art studio—complete with tools, spotlights, and quirky decorations to bring your imagination to life.
Where To Find DK Artist Game Mode in Donkey Kong Bananza
To locate the DK Artist mode, you need to head back to the game’s title screen. Save your progress and restart Donkey Kong Bananza. Once on the title screen, you can see the “+DK Artist” button in the top right corner. Press the + button on the right Joy-Con to open the DK Artist mode. The game will furnish you with a brief tutorial for the modeling tool, and you’ll have to use the Switch 2 mouse controls to navigate it.
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DK Artist Game Mode Controls
The left and right Joy-Cons take on two distinct roles in the DK Artist mode. The left Joy-Con is used to swap between tools, brushes, and colors, while the right Joy-Con is used to apply them to the model. You will be using the right Joy-Con as a mouse to precisely sculpt and paint the selected model.
Right Joy-Con Controls
| Buttons | Application |
|---|---|
| R | Use the selected brush or tool |
| ZR | Move the canvas around without altering the camera angle |
| X | Hide the UI to capture clean screenshots |
| Y | Place a colored spotlight in the background |
| B | Add spinning bananas in the background |
| Plus (+) | Access the game menu and return to the title screen |
Left Joy-Con Controls
Use D-Pad Left/Right (↔) to cycle through four available tools:
- Paint Brush – Apply your chosen color
- Smoothen – Level the terrain
- Carve – Dig into the model’s surface
- Raise – Build up or add material to the model
| Buttons | Application |
|---|---|
| D-Pad Up/Down | Scroll through and select a paint color for the Paint Brush tool |
| L | Zoom in on your model |
| ZL | Zoom out from the model |
| Left Analog Stick (Rotate) | Adjust the camera angle |
| Left Analog Stick (Press) | Reset the camera to its default position |
| Minus (-) | Undo / Redo your last action |
| Hold Minus (-) | Switch to a different base model, chosen randomly |
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