- Primary Subject: Nintendo Switch Online (DK Challenges Limited-Time Event)
- Key Update: Nintendo announced a major seasonal "DK Challenges" event for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers, introducing micro-missions across retro library games and Donkey Kong Bananza.
- Status: Confirmed
- Last Verified: June 9, 2026
- Quick Answer: The "DK Challenges" is a limited-time Nintendo Switch Online event running until September 1, where players complete retro and modern missions to earn collectible cards.
Previously, dataminers found trading cards that were initially believed to be Nintendo's version of an achievement system.
It was rumored that classic Nintendo games would be getting an achievement and trophy system, similar to Xbox and PS5. However, this has since been debunked after the very same trading cards were featured in the June 2026 Nintendo Direct.
The trading cards will actually be part of a limited-time event called DK Challenges. Curious? Here's everything we know about it from the showcase.
Nintendo Launches DK Challenges
During the latest Nintendo Direct, it was announced that players can join the DK Challenge limited-time event.
Players can take on challenges in the Donkey Kong games available on the Nintendo Classics. You'll need a Nintendo Switch Online (NSO) subscription to take on these challenges. By completing these challenges, you can earn collectible challenge cards.
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Additionally, if you have Donkey Kong Bananza, you can attempt even more challenges.
There are challenges for everyone, from beginners to developer challenges for those who want something a bit more difficult.
The DK Challenges can be accessed through your home screen menu by selecting the Nintendo Switch Online icon.
The limited-time event will be held from June 9 to September 1.
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