Xbox VP addresses controversial Banjo-Kazooie comment

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Key conclusions

  • Xbox controls the Banjo-Kazooie IP, but a third game hasn't been made since Nuts & Bolts in 2008.
  • Greenberg's comment that “no one cares about banjo kazoos” was called sarcastic on Twitter.
  • Insiders disagree on whether a third Banjo-Kazooie game is in development.



Aaron Greenberg, vice president of marketing for Xbox games at Microsoft, explained the controversial comment about Banjo kazoo franchise. The first Banjo kazoo The game was released in 1998 as an exclusive for the Nintendo 64. A 3D platformer by example Super mario 64, Banjo kazoo quickly became a beloved classic of the genre and is still fondly remembered today.

A rare observation Banjo kazoo since the 2000s Banja Tuiwhich earned equal acclaim from fans and critics alike. Then came a couple of Game Boy Advance spin-offs, with Banjo kazoo: nuts and bolts appeared on the Xbox 360 in 2008 to mostly positive reviews, but a polar reception among fans. Many seemed to agree with that Banjo kazoo: nuts and bolts it was a great game in its own right, it was just too much of a departure from the norm Banjo kazoo The formula and its focus on motoring led many to find it a disappointment, especially since the series has never had a proper third entry to date.


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Xbox controls Banjo kazoo IP while the third game isn't done yet. At a recent event for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024Greenberg reportedly said, “No one cares Banjo kazoo” in response to a fan who shouted this out when viewers were asked about game franchises they'd like to see return. Greenberg has since taken to Twitter to clarify that his comment was sarcastic. “I know exactly how Banjo kazoo means for our fans and gamers around the world,” Greenberg said. “It holds a special place in my heart as I grew up playing these classic games.”


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Microsoft has not announced a new one Banjo kazoo game ever since Nuts and bolts released in 2008, but the IP wasn't completely idle. Remasters hd Banjo kazoo and Tui were released individually and as a group A rare repeat collection. Also, banjo and kazoo were added in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate list of DLC guest fighters. Fans no doubt appreciate these things, but many are looking forward to a proper third entry in the series.

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Fortunately, there were rumors that the third Banjo kazoo the game is in development, although it is unclear which studio is making it. All we know for sure is that Double Fine isn't doing anything new Banjo kazoo game, and so if it exists, it will be interesting to see who makes it and what form it will eventually take. Other insiders denied the rumors of a new one Banjo however, the game is still in development, so fans should keep their expectations in check. Despite this, fans can be sure that Microsoft is at least well aware of the demand for a new one Banjo kazoo game, and the comment that no one cares about the series was made sarcastically.

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