Xbox VP responds to Banjo-Kazooie's controversial comment

Key points

  • Xbox has control of 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-Kazooie” was clarified as sarcastic on Twitter.
  • Insiders disagree on whether a third Banjo-Kazooie game is in development.



Aaron Greenberg, vice president of Xbox game marketing at Microsoft, clarified a controversial comment made on the matter Banjo-Kazooie franchising. The first Banjo-Kazooie the game was released in 1998 as an exclusive for Nintendo 64. A 3D platformer from which it takes inspiration SuperMario64, Banjo-Kazooie it quickly became a beloved classic of the genre and is still fondly remembered to this day.

Rare sequel Banjo-Kazooie with the 2000s Banjo-Tooiewhich garnered similar acclaim from fans and critics. A couple of Game Boy Advance spin-offs followed Banjo-Kazooie: Nuts and Bolts hitting the Xbox 360 in 2008 to mostly positive reviews but a polarizing reception among fans. Many seemed to agree on this point Banjo-Kazooie: Nuts and Bolts it was a great game in and of itself, it was far too different from what was established Banjo-Kazooie The formula and its focus on vehicle building caused many to consider it a disappointment, especially since there has never been a proper third entry in the series to date.


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Xbox is in control of Banjo-Kazooie IP, but a third game has not yet been made. At a recent event for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024Greenberg reportedly said, “Nobody cares Banjo-Kazooie” in response to a fan who cried out when the public was asked which game franchises they would like to see return. Greenberg has since taken to Twitter to clarify that his comment was sarcastic. “I absolutely know how much Banjo-Kazooie means to our fans and players everywhere,” Greenberg said. “It holds a special place in my heart, growing up playing these classic games.”


Aaron Greenberg explains Banjo-Kazooie's “Nobody Cares” commentary.


Microsoft has not announced anything new Banjo-Kazooie I've been playing ever since Nuts and bolts released in 2008, but the IP hasn't remained completely dormant. HD remasters of Banjo-Kazooie AND You too they were released individually and as part of the Rare reproduction collection. Additionally, Banjo and Kazooie have been added to the file Super Smash Bros. Ultimate roster as DLC guest fighters. Fans no doubt appreciate these things, but many are eager to see a proper third installment in the series.

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Luckily, there have been rumors of a third Banjo-Kazooie the game is in development, though it's unclear which studio is making it. All we know for sure is that Double Fine isn't making the new Banjo-Kazooie game, and so if it exists, it will be interesting to see who is making it and what form it ultimately takes. Other insiders have denied the rumors that this is new Banjos the game is in development, so fans should keep their expectations in check. Regardless, fans can rest assured that Microsoft is at least well aware of the demand for a new product Banjo-Kazooie game, and the comment about no one caring about the series was made in a sarcastic manner.

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