Donkey Kong Bananza vs Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight
A truly novel platforming gimmick versus a refined LEGO romp — pick your poison.
Updated 23d ago
Terrain you can smash apart on a whim is the deepest movement tech Nintendo has shipped since Odyssey — the first Switch 2 game that earns the hardware.
Best LEGO Batman yet if you can stomach Denuvo DRM and repetitive Catwoman collectibles.
By the numbers
Prices checked Aug 7; they move faster than we refresh, so confirm on the store page.
Recent-review figures are Steam's own last-30-days window, read Aug 7.
| Measure | Donkey Kong Bananza | Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Value | ||
| Price now | — | $45.85 −34% · GameBillet |
| All-time low | — | $45.85 |
| Cost / hour | — | $3.56/hr $45.85 · 13 h main story |
| Off its low | — | At its low vs $45.85 low |
| Main story | — | 13 h |
| Health | ||
| Steam reviews | — | 96% 13k reviews |
| Recent reviews | — | 91% 457 votes · vs 96% lifetime |
| Peak players | — No PC release | 2,350 Jul 2026 · ↓ 84% MoM |
| Launch peak | — | 7% of May 2026 launch peak · as of Jul 2026 |
| All-time peak | — | 33,053 May 2026 |
| Support | ||
| Last patch | — | 3 months ago |
| Patch cadence | — | 0 in last 90 days |
| Steam Deck | — | Platinum |
What players say
Patterns from long-haul reviewers, taken from each game's verdict. Not live sentiment — each side is dated below.
Donkey Kong Bananza
The terrain-smashing traversal is the headline — 50-hour fans still find new ways to burrow, bash, and break every surface.
The challenge curve spikes on puzzle-platforming sections, with some long-time players hitting a wall on optional collectibles.
from our August 2026 verdict
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight
Celebration of Batman's entire history is the hook 100-hour fans rave about, with the Arkham Asylum level as the standout.
Collectible repetition in Catwoman side missions is the friction even platinum chasers flag, alongside Denuvo launch failures.
from our June 2026 verdict
Key differences
Which one is for you?
Pick Donkey Kong Bananza if
- You own a Switch 2 and crave a genuinely new 3D platformer mechanic.
- You loved Mario Odyssey's creative level design and want more.
- You can tolerate 30+ hours of collectible hunting after the main story.
Pick Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight if
- You're a Batman lore fan who wants a lighthearted LEGO take.
- You don't own a Switch 2 or prefer playing on PC/other consoles.
- You enjoy classic LEGO gameplay and don't mind Denuvo DRM.
Bottom line
If you have a Switch 2, Bananza offers a rare new idea in 3D platforming; otherwise, Legacy of the Dark Knight is a safe bet for Batman fans who like LEGO games.