Summary
A dedicated group ofBanjo-Kazooiefans have created an impressive concept trailer for what they invision a “Banjo-Threeie” game could look like. With recentrumors ofBanjo-Kazooiemaking a comeback, fans have remained optimistic that the beloved franchise may see a new installment. However, there has yet to be any official confirmation on such a project, so some fans have taken the opportunity to showcase the potential of a newBanjo-Kazooietitle.
First released in 1998,Banjo-Kazooiebecame an instant classic for the N64 and remains one of the most iconic 3D platformers of all time. At the time of release, many made comparisons between the bear and bird duo’s debut and the successful launch ofSuper Mario 64. In spite of the series' latest release not performing as well as the original, many fans continue to invision a future sequel ofBanjo-Kazooie.
YouTube group Project Dream posted a short fan-made concept trailer for “Banjo-Threeie,” adding to their growing efforts to give fans a look at what a fresh installment in the popularBanjo-Kazooieseries could offer. Project Dream haspreviously released a “Banjo-Threeie” fan trailer, along with videos reimagining the originalBanjo-Kazooiegame and the franchise’s second release,Banjo-Tooie. This latest addition to the group’s “Banjo-Threeie” trailer lineup brings back a number of iconic characters and locations, fully realizing them with stunning graphics and nostalgic music. It is key to note that the trailer is just a fan concept and does not confirm or suggest an official sequel, though theBanjo-Kazooiecommunity has come together to celebrate the video and its efforts.
Banjo-Threeie Fan-made Concept Trailer by Project Dream
In the “Banjo-Threeie” concept trailer, fans can spot a number of fun Easter eggs. One scene shows Banjo, Kazooie, and Tooty gazing across an impressive landscape with a giant Nintendo 64 gaming console in the distance. A closer look reveals the original N64 game cartridge forBanjo-Kazooieinserted into the mega device. Other fun throwbacks in the fan trailer include Mumbo Jumbo with bouncing eggs, a reimagined Grunty’s Lair mountain, and a number of Jinjos hidden throughout the scenes of the video. The trailer also offers a unique look at possibleBanjo-Kazooietransformations, which have played a key part in the series. As the fandom holds out hope for anewBanjo-Kazooiegame, the “Banjo-Threeie” fan-made trailer has provided a hopeful look at the future.
SinceMicrosoft’s buyout of Rare, audiences have been keeping a close eye on the comments of Xbox head Phil Spencer and others, with many remaining optimistic about the future ofBanjo-Kazooie. Whether a potential “Banjo-Threeie” could ever happen remains to be seen, but the presence of the bear and bird inSuper Smash Bros. Ultimateand the popularity of theRare Replaybundle have kept hopes high forBanjo-Kazooiefans.
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