Struggling with Peekabruiser in Donkey Kong Bananza? Here’s how to beat the game’s first real boss using transformations, terrain throws, and a lot of ape fury.
Who Even Is a Peekabruiser?
So you’re past the tutorial, vibing through Lagoon Layer, and boom — this chunky crustacean jerk shows up wearing an army of mini octopus minions like it’s haute couture. Meet Peekabruiser, your first actual boss fight in Donkey Kong Bananza.
Peekabruiser’s got layers of armor made out of those clingy octo-dudes you’ve seen crawling all over the place, and it’s got the attitude of a crab who skipped breakfast. If you’re not careful, this fight can go from goofy to game over real quick.
But don’t worry — we’re gonna teach you how to punch this seafood nightmare back into the ocean.
How to Beat Peekabruiser (Step-by-Step)
Here is step by step guide to beat Peekabruiser.
Phase 1 – Strip the Armor
Peekabruiser’s protected by its octopus armor, so you can’t just walk up and punch your way to victory. First, you’ve got two options:
1: Option A: Kong Bananza Transformation
Hold L + R to activate DK’s shiny new Kong Bananza form. You hit harder, you move faster, and you look fabulous doing it.
2: Option B: Chuck the Scenery
Use ZR to tear up the battlefield — yes, literally rip up terrain chunks — and yeet them at Peekabruiser from a safe distance. It’s surprisingly effective and way less messy than close combat.
Tip: Mix both for max style points. Transform, toss rocks, then go bananas in melee range once the armor’s off.
Phase 2 – Stay Clean, Stay Mean
Once you’ve cracked the armor, the fight gets spicy:
Watch for Charge Attacks Peekabruiser loves to bull-rush DK. Dodge left or right right before it charges to avoid taking a hit to the fur.
Octopus Clingers Incoming If those baby octos latch onto DK, mash any attack to shake them off. Don’t ignore ‘em — they chip away at your health fast.
Low on Health? Dig, Baby! Look for glowing dirt patches and punch down with B. You’ll dig up apples to heal and gold to recharge your Bananergy bar. DK: gardener, fighter, legend.
Final Phase – Hill Climb or Repeat Hell
Once Peekabruiser’s close to defeat, it’ll pull one last dirty trick — a hill rises, and the boss scurries to the top like it’s king of the world.
Your mission? Climb that hill and punch him into next week.
But it’s not that simple:
More Octos Spawn – They’re trying to rebuild the armor.
Hill is Covered in Enemies – Climb the side without octos for max speed.
Pro Move: Jump Onto the Hill – Avoid the path entirely if you can time it right.
If you’re too slow, guess what? He re-armor-ups, and you gotta do the second phase again. So don’t waste time.
Rewards for Beating Peekabruiser
Victory tastes sweet — and fruity:
- Banandium Gems Galore – Your skill tree’s about to level up big time.
- Fast Travel Unlocks – Talk to the chill blue eel near the crater after the fight to enable Teeleporting.
- Access to the Hilltop Layer – The fight ends with a bang, literally — the crater opens, and it’s your ticket to the next major area.
Quick Tips to Beat Peekabruiser Like a Pro
- Use terrain as weapons — saves Bananergy and looks cool.
- Stay in Kong Bananza form when possible — more damage, less pain.
- Dig whenever possible — healing + currency = win-win.
- Climb fast, climb smart — side paths are usually safer than going head-on.
Seafood’s Off the Menu
Peekabruiser may be the first real challenge in Donkey Kong Bananza, but once you get the hang of ripping off his armor and dodging his charge, the rest is just hill-climbing hustle.
So go full Kong mode, slap some octopus, and show this crusty boss who runs the jungle.
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