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Donkey Kong Bananza

How to Beat Radiance Grumpy Kong

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Donkey Kong Bananza How to Beat Radiance Grumpy Kong
Radiance Grumpy Kong is a boss encountered at Radiance Layer in Donkey Kong Bananza. Learn more on how to beat Radiance Grumpy Kong, as well as its weaknesses, location, and rewards from beating Radiance Grumpy Kong here!

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How to Beat Radiance Grumpy Kong

Boss Tips
Checkmark Inhale the Lower Armor
Checkmark Beat Up the Main Body

Inhale the Lower Armor Using Elephant Bananza Form

It is recommended that you use the Elephant Bananza Form to inhale the lower armor used by Grumpy Kong. Once the armor gets sucked in, the main body will be vulnerable for attacks.

How to Unlock Elephant Bananza Form

Beat Up the Main Body of Grumpy Kong

After you've exposed Grumpy Kong's main body, try dishing out as much damage as you can until you deplete his HP. Use the Kong Bananza Form to get more stronger attacks from your punches.

How to Unlock Kong Bananza Form

Radiance Grumpy Kong Overview and Location

Grumpy Kong (Radiance)
Location
Radiance Layer
Weaknesses
・ Inhale armor using Elephant Bananza Form
・ Attack the main body when exposed

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