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GamerTrailers.com brought it upon themselves to interview Ryan Stevenson, a concept artist for Rare. Some of the hot topics discussed include Viva Pinata 2, Banjo-Kazooie 3, and Rare's history with Nintendo.

There is serious potential for Viva Pinata 2 to be a solid experience. The first game was not bad in the least bit and as long as Rare continues to build the Viva Pinata brand, more people should be willing to give the sequel a fair chance.

Banjo-Kazooie 3 on the other hand, could make or break Rare's reputation in the eyes of many gamers. The previous games were known best for their great characters, music, and gameplay. But what will "Banjo-Threeie" be remembered for?

Luckily for us, it looks like Rare will remain true to the series -- for the most part. Little has been said about what the actual gameplay will be like, but we do know that Banjo, Kazooie, Grunty, and even Jolly Roger will be making appearances.








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PiKo's Avatar - Comment posted on 02/19/2007 16:40
PiKo
Awesome, enjoyed the previous Banjo-Kazooies. Here's to hoping this one is good to.
Jordan Devore's Avatar - Comment posted on 02/19/2007 16:45
Jordan Devore
I require Jinjos and Mumbo Jumbo.
Justice's Avatar - Comment posted on 02/19/2007 16:49
Justice
Since Rare left Nintendo, they have gone so shit that even the original founders left

GET A CLUE

Banjo best be good!
BluDesign's Avatar - Comment posted on 02/19/2007 16:53
BluDesign
I completely forgot why I bought an xbox 360 until I remembered this. When is this coming anyway? I don't wanna have to wait out another 4-5 years for this, ya know...

I'd love to have the original two as well to play... Sigh...
(looks over at my Wii)

Namelessted's Avatar - Comment posted on 02/19/2007 16:56
Namelessted
I can't fucking wait for Banjo Kazooie for the 360. I almost shit myself when i watched the teaser trailer the first time.
Mizar's Avatar - Comment posted on 02/19/2007 16:57
Mizar
I miss my platformers. If this game is half as good as the last two, I'll be buying a 360.
carg0's Avatar - Comment posted on 02/19/2007 17:00
carg0
i have to agree, if Kazooie 3 isn't a grand-slam Rare is finished.

not financially of course, seeing how they're owned by msoft, but reputation wise. and that's more damaging for the 360 because Rare is a first-party developer who's exclusives are supposed to convince gamers to purchase a 360 over a ps3 or Wii.

as for Viva Pinata 2, well...i can't be bothered to explain why it'll fail just like it's predecessor.

DrRockso's Avatar - Comment posted on 02/19/2007 17:12
DrRockso
I just watched the trailer for the first time, and I got uber-excited. I had almost forgotten about my beloved Banjo and Kazooie.

COUNT ME AS PUMPED
Aaron Mxy Yost's Avatar - Comment posted on 02/19/2007 17:16
Aaron Mxy Yost
Oooo, I hope there's widgets to collect! I can't get enough of that!
pretty ricky's Avatar - Comment posted on 02/19/2007 18:40
pretty ricky
viva pinata 2 for ds CONFIRMED
Matthew Mac's Avatar - Comment posted on 02/19/2007 19:21
Matthew Mac
Just cause Viva Pinata didn't dominate the sales charts doesn't mean it failed. Its actually a solid fun game.
CannibalCalvin 's Avatar - Comment posted on 02/19/2007 19:34
CannibalCalvin
Banjo Kazooie was the first game that got me freaking addicted, I literally spent the entire day playing when I first got it.

Banjo Tooie was one of the few games that was even better then the first.

I luvs it.
Bob Muir's Avatar - Comment posted on 02/19/2007 19:57
Bob Muir
I will always love the Banjo-Kazooie series. Before Castlevania became my favorite series, it was always my favorite, and I'd say the original two games still rank fairly high in my list of favorite games. I still remember that thrill of just moving around Spiral Mountain.
908peruvian's Avatar - Comment posted on 02/19/2007 20:56
908peruvian
any date on this?
i'm a huge fan of the Banjo series
i hope at most by this holiday season...

and also will there ever be a Killer Instinct 3?
i can't even imagine KI on my X360 !!!
with all the characters from KI & Ki 2 also included!
C-c-c-c-c-ombo Breaker !!!

oh well, this is definately enough to keep me happy
for a long time!
Jordan Devore's Avatar - Comment posted on 02/19/2007 21:00
Jordan Devore
Banjo's release date is still TBA sadly.
Kif 's Avatar - Comment posted on 02/19/2007 21:28
Kif
Viva Pinata only failed because Microsoft tried to market it as the new Pokemon. What were they thinking? As a game on it's own, with the right marketing, Viva Pinata 2 could be really good on the 360. As long as they lose the Comic Sans.
Jordan Devore's Avatar - Comment posted on 02/19/2007 21:43
Jordan Devore
Not to mention Viva Pinata came out the same week as fucking gears of war. That was a huge mistake.
bmdubya's Avatar - Comment posted on 02/20/2007 10:22
bmdubya
I can't wait for Banjo Kazooie 3. The first two were amazing. Think how amazing the environments were on N64. Think about what they will be on 360. I can't wait.
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