

A remastered version of Banjo-Kazooie is available on Xbox Game Pass.

If you want to know what all of the fuss is about, this classic title is surprisingly accessible. The 1998 game’s been loved for decades since its initial release, and the series’ iconic duo even earned themselves spots on Super Smash Bros. It’s a masterclass in intuitive game design, and its influence can still be seen in newer games like Super Mario Odyssey. While Super Mario 64 blazed the trail for bringing platformers to the 3D space, Banjo-Kazooie refined that formula. Banjo-Kazooie is one of the most influential games ever made.
