Donkey Kong Bananza – Planet Core | Full Playthrough Part 1
0Summary: Planet Core (Sublayers SL 1600–1609 Part 1)
• The Final Descent
The Planet Core represents the deepest, most intense area in the Underground World, spanning sublayers 1600 through 1609  .
• Linear Spiral Path
You travel through a downward spiral filled with hazardous environments, obstacles, and rich gold deposits .
• Collectibles Galore
• There are 23 Banandium Gems to find throughout these sublayers, each tied to distinct challenges or exploration points  .
• Additionally, there are 42 Fossils scattered across the core, which players can trade for cosmetic items .
• Transformation-Based Mechanics
Players must wisely switch between forms—like Ostrich, Snake, Elephant, and Kong—to traverse obstacles, solve puzzles, and overcome enemy encounters .
• Key Challenges and Set Pieces
• The level features a variety of tests: combat confrontations, puzzle platforms, quiz sequences, turf-surfing trials, and more.
• The final gems (#22 and #23) hinge on completing the climactic “Harmoneel” challenge, one of the toughest post-game trials  .
• Boss Fights with High Stakes
You face King K. Rool—in his corrupted “King of Rot” state—in dramatic boss battles within the core  .