Banjo-Tooie

 Nintendo 64
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8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 274 Ratings

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  1. Yojimbo2015
    Apr 27, 2023
    8
    More enjoyable Mario 64 style 3D platforming punctuated by unnecessarily long and irritatingly unskippable cut-scenes.
  2. TortoiseGuy
    Apr 5, 2023
    8
    Really great game! Kazooie is still better though (Didn't like the backtracking)
  3. smahlt
    Jan 22, 2023
    9
    This is an amazing game, but it falls short when compared to its predecessor. It takes the same formula and expands on it, but not all of them are improvements. The game is just a little too big and you waste a lot of time simply traversing the world and levels.
  4. coronexfacha
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    this game is too good to express it in words (written) I recommend it but if you don't play it you won't be able to know that it's a god game too god
  5. SonicEnthusiast
    May 1, 2022
    10
    The sequel to banjo kazooie was dangerously ambitious. It looks and runs arguably better than the first game. It is a lot bigger than the first game too and it even develops a story. The gameplay is good too, really good in fact. I would say its one of the biggest n64 games out there. It felt nearly overwhelmed by choice from the get go though. I also found the worlds didn't transitionThe sequel to banjo kazooie was dangerously ambitious. It looks and runs arguably better than the first game. It is a lot bigger than the first game too and it even develops a story. The gameplay is good too, really good in fact. I would say its one of the biggest n64 games out there. It felt nearly overwhelmed by choice from the get go though. I also found the worlds didn't transition into each other as well as banjo 1. But its still a magnificent game with a lot of content and great gameplay. Its a pity we never got another very high quality banjo game again.… Expand
  6. LuissDt
    Apr 8, 2022
    9
    Banjo-Tooie may not be as memorable as the first installment but it is a fantastic new game and it does everything it promises.
  7. ElRagnarLocro
    Mar 30, 2022
    6
    Pese a que el primer Banjo Kazooie me fascinó, su secuela personalmente no terminó de engancharme. Una historia forzada, prácticamente las mismas mecánicas que el anterior, y un diseño de niveles no muy bueno. Se busco expandir el juego haciendo los mundos más grandes, pero terminando con el tiro por la culata, volviendo más lento y aburrido recorrer los niveles en busca de losPese a que el primer Banjo Kazooie me fascinó, su secuela personalmente no terminó de engancharme. Una historia forzada, prácticamente las mismas mecánicas que el anterior, y un diseño de niveles no muy bueno. Se busco expandir el juego haciendo los mundos más grandes, pero terminando con el tiro por la culata, volviendo más lento y aburrido recorrer los niveles en busca de los coleccionables. Que un juego tenga mundos más grandes nunca significa que sea mejor.
    Nota Final: 6.3    … Expand
  8. DarCbrGr
    Jun 26, 2021
    7
    Although this is still a really fun game, the worlds are a little too big for my liking and the amount of backtracking you have to do can get very annoying.
  9. Yarun64
    Jun 17, 2021
    10
    Usually, the sequel for videogames used to be regular or bad.
    Not the case for Banjo-Tooie, it's AMAZING. If Banjo-Kazooie was really good, Banjo-Tooie is even better in so many ways. Rareware videogames are just masterpieces.
  10. Dynausor_UPS
    Jan 4, 2021
    3
    Par où commencer?
    Ce jeu était certainement un bon jeu, mais cependant, il l'était!
    Tout d'abord les graphismes. Certes, c'est un peu vache de juger un jeu aux balbutiements de la 3D sur ceci mais comment passer à coté des graphismes qui sont affreusement lait à l'ère des jeux AAA tels que Cyberpunk 2077. Cependant, force est de constater que l'humour propre à la série est présent, ce    Par où commencer?
    Ce jeu était certainement un bon jeu, mais cependant, il l'était!
    Tout d'abord les graphismes.
    Certes, c'est un peu vache de juger un jeu aux balbutiements de la 3D sur ceci mais comment passer à coté des graphismes qui sont affreusement lait à l'ère des jeux AAA tels que Cyberpunk 2077.
    Cependant, force est de constater que l'humour propre à la série est présent, ce qui lui accorde quelques points.
    Mais sur le gameplay. Le Gameplay est très peu intuitif et horriblement daté, ce qui rend le jeu beaucoup plus dur qu'à l'accoutumée.
    Bref, je ne le recommande plus aux joueurs même les plus aguerris, ils risquent de voir vite leurs espoirs brisés    … Expand
  11. valmzderck
    Jul 14, 2020
    10
    Beautiful game, amazing story, abilities, and progress, funny jokes, wonderful and varied worlds.
  12. ChesterField
    May 1, 2020
    8
    Continuation of its predecessor although less surprising and fun due to its level design. Overly large and empty maps. However, great game of the saga.
  13. KawaiiSteffu
    Jan 27, 2020
    10
    Consider yourself lucky if you ever experienced Banjo-Tooie. A game cladded in gorgeous graphics and gameplay that'd make Banjo-Kazooie blush.

    While the levels are much larger, that is the sheer beauty of Tooie, it's challenging, that's probably the reason for it's success. With a darker edgier storyline and filled to the brim with great humor, a great story and an unforgettable    Consider yourself lucky if you ever experienced Banjo-Tooie. A game cladded in gorgeous graphics and gameplay that'd make Banjo-Kazooie blush.

    While the levels are much larger, that is the sheer beauty of Tooie, it's challenging, that's probably the reason for it's success. With a darker edgier storyline and filled to the brim with great humor, a great story and an unforgettable soundtrack, it'll keep you on the edge of your seat for some time.

    This is by far one of Rare's greatest games, the colours make this game pop, maybe more so than the cheery prequel and that's saying a lot.    … Expand
  14. NeoconTom
    Oct 11, 2019
    10
    Banjo-Kazooie was already a masterpiece on the N64, Banjo-Tooie ups it in most departments (outside of level design, backtracking and framerate), with enhanced gameplay, better graphics, interesting level themes, better music, better bosses, better characters and character dynamic and extensive multiplayer offering. Truly a sequel to surpass the original.
  15. Samuel-Kazooie
    Jun 21, 2018
    10
    #1 greatest game of all time. I can think of no other game that I have every played that was as Rare (bad pun intended), has as much character (over 120 of them, in fact), as much complexity and difficulty (I consider that a plus in video gaming), and as much fun overall as this 2000 sequel. No other time can I think of that a sequel went above and beyond its predecessor (Incredibles 2#1 greatest game of all time. I can think of no other game that I have every played that was as Rare (bad pun intended), has as much character (over 120 of them, in fact), as much complexity and difficulty (I consider that a plus in video gaming), and as much fun overall as this 2000 sequel. No other time can I think of that a sequel went above and beyond its predecessor (Incredibles 2 [2018] came very close, though). Very close behind is Yooka-Laylee, which also manages to defeat the original game in style and charm. I will say that the game is very dark and should've been rated E +10 if that rating existed back then- the game has witchcraft and animated violence (duh), one of the bosses spews a small amount of blood when hit, and the said boss' name is very close to a swear word. I said all that to say this: Thanks Rare. Thanks for such a wonderful adventure that I've been playing for nine years as of 2018- only wish I could've sooner.… Expand
  16. mr123
    May 22, 2018
    8
    This game is how you do a sequel. It has larger levels. Larger minigames, Larger framerate issues, with all of that stuff it makes a great game. Besides framerate. And the levels are easy to get lost in blah blah blah. But it is more fun when going in open connected worlds. And HOLY BALLS this game is hard. At the beginning it is just like kazooie. But then it kicks you in the groin.This game is how you do a sequel. It has larger levels. Larger minigames, Larger framerate issues, with all of that stuff it makes a great game. Besides framerate. And the levels are easy to get lost in blah blah blah. But it is more fun when going in open connected worlds. And HOLY BALLS this game is hard. At the beginning it is just like kazooie. But then it kicks you in the groin. Making you wish you had a walkthrough that was short. And this game has lots of backtracking to get more jiggies. But some of the puzzles are really fun and interesting. And the game hhas more in the moves department. Overall a good not great game 8.5/10… Expand
  17. Natha83608
    May 7, 2018
    9
    This is my favorite game of all time. Wonderful and hysterical writing and characters, creative, huge, and interesting level design. Most of all, I adore the look, sound and gameplay, the only thing I would argue is bad about the game is the frame rate can be terrible at times, and some of the challenges are infuriating (CANARY MARY). Overall, if you own an N64, I'd recommend you pick itThis is my favorite game of all time. Wonderful and hysterical writing and characters, creative, huge, and interesting level design. Most of all, I adore the look, sound and gameplay, the only thing I would argue is bad about the game is the frame rate can be terrible at times, and some of the challenges are infuriating (CANARY MARY). Overall, if you own an N64, I'd recommend you pick it up along with the first game, or pick it up on XBLA.… Expand
  18. Amora
    Apr 1, 2018
    9
    One of the best sequels ever! While the making of this game sounded messy and unpolished, but when it came out it really worked out! While there are some flaws in this game, it's still a wonderful experience and sequel! I recommend it.
  19. MrTacoBob
    Oct 16, 2017
    10
    Banjo Tooie is a perfect sequel with yet again a great story! The gameplay is mixed up with more than just the Banjo and Kazooie gameplay. The controls are yet again great. It has more than Banjo Kazooie, but I still love this game, but I choose the original still.
  20. BasilZero
    Sep 30, 2017
    10
    Game: Banjo Tooie
    Genre: Adventure Platformer
    Publisher/Developer: Nintendo/Rare System: Nintendo 64 (N64) Total Score: 97/100 Value Score: 9.7/10 • Story: 10/10 • Characters: 10/10 • GamePlay: 10/10 • Graphics: 10/10 • Sound: 10/10 • Music: 10/10 • Length: 10/10 • Replay Value: 7/10 • Player Value: 10/10 Pros +Bigger Worlds and more moves than the first game +A lot of    Game: Banjo Tooie
    Genre: Adventure Platformer
    Publisher/Developer: Nintendo/Rare
    System: Nintendo 64 (N64)
    Total Score: 97/100
    Value Score: 9.7/10

    • Story: 10/10
    • Characters: 10/10
    • GamePlay: 10/10
    • Graphics: 10/10
    • Sound: 10/10
    • Music: 10/10
    • Length: 10/10
    • Replay Value: 7/10
    • Player Value: 10/10

    Pros
    +Bigger Worlds and more moves than the first game
    +A lot of mini games
    +Great world designs
    +Longer and a lot of post game content such as cutscene gallery and boss mode/mini game mode
    +Great OST with great remixes
    +More boss battles than the first game

    Cons
    -A lot of backtracking, you cannot get to some jiggies and items unless you come back later in the game after learning some moves    … Expand
  21. bunniebon
    Apr 22, 2017
    10
    An amazing sequel! The story doesn't bring much but when you get to the gameplay...oh its amazing! They took Banjo Kazooie and raised it up. Clearly a perfect game!
  22. thealexmott
    Mar 27, 2017
    10
    I grew up with Banjo-Kazooie. For some reason, I had a problem with Tooie because I thought it would be too different. I called BK my favorite game from 1999 to 2014. Then I finally decided to play Tooie, and I 100%-ed it.

    It was incredible. Everything BK can do, Tooie can do better. Then only issue is the framerate, as (like other Rare games) Tooie pushed the 64 to its limits. But    I grew up with Banjo-Kazooie. For some reason, I had a problem with Tooie because I thought it would be too different. I called BK my favorite game from 1999 to 2014. Then I finally decided to play Tooie, and I 100%-ed it.

    It was incredible.

    Everything BK can do, Tooie can do better. Then only issue is the framerate, as (like other Rare games) Tooie pushed the 64 to its limits. But don't let that worry you, it will never make the game seize up or anything.

    Play this game!    … Expand
  23. CoronzinReviews
    Oct 19, 2016
    10
    Banjo-Tooie, a sequel to one of my favorite N64 games. I never beat it a child though, so I thought now would be a good time to do so, I was NOT disappointed to say the least.

    !!!SPOILERS BELOW!!! Nothing was terrible, I have no complaints, the controls where solid, the story had that 1990's vibe, and god yes that music. There are more collectibles in this than the original which    Banjo-Tooie, a sequel to one of my favorite N64 games. I never beat it a child though, so I thought now would be a good time to do so, I was NOT disappointed to say the least.

    !!!SPOILERS BELOW!!!
    Nothing was terrible, I have no complaints, the controls where solid, the story had that 1990's vibe, and god yes that music. There are more collectibles in this than the original which didn't impact the game as I strive for a lot of collectibles, and then anything more I could talk about already was, so thats all I guess.
    10/10 - CoronzinReviews    … Expand
  24. GamecubeLover
    Jun 9, 2016
    10
    Graphics are great and improved. The best Nintendo 64 game of 2000. I love every second of it. Not as good as the first but is the same level of nostalgic. I think that a lot of people love this game with great heart. No doubt this is the best sequel to a game ever created.
  25. EpicLadySponge
    May 24, 2016
    9
    Banjo-Tooie (Yes, Tooie; it's a combination of kazooie and too) manages to live up its predecessor and not screw things all over the place. Get this one if you wish and still have a Nintendo 64 with you.
  26. D-gibbls
    May 20, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A banjo and a kazoo never sounded better
    Banjo-Kazooie was made in 1998 by a game company name Rare. Nintendo, being the Disney of video games, owned Rare. Banjo-Kazooie follows the story of a bear named Banjo and a bird named Kazooie, it was a revolutionary game, so it makes sense that they would soon make a sequel, Banjo-tooie and then even later, a threequel, Banjo-Kazooie: Nuts and Bolts.
    Banjo-tooie,is like Luigi from the Mario Bros. series. Luigi will forever and always be overhadowed by his older brother Mario. Again, comparatively, Banjo-Kazooie, the game, is Mario. And then you have the weird uncle, Waluigi, or in this case, Banjo-Kazooie: Nuts and bolts, which was the third game in the series, but nobody likes to talk about them. Banjo-Kazooie (or as we are going to start calling it B-K) was a really good game. Banjo-Kazooie: Nuts and bolts was an absolutely awful game. And everybody seems to forget the game in between. Banjo-tooie (or B-t for short), and I will be reviewing B-t.
    Banjo-tooie takes place directly after the events of B-K. In the end of B-K Banjo and Kazooie push grunty off of a tower and she get’s crushed by a rock. We don’t see this of course, the game was rated E. We know this happens though because at the beginning of B-t we meet grunty's sisters. Their names are Mingy and Blobby, you kinda have to wonder what there mother was thinking when she named her daughters. But anyway, Blobby and Mingy use a special gun called the Big-O-Blaster, Or the B.O.B for short. When Grunty rises she remembers she was killed by the bear and bird duo, in her fiery rage she approaches Banjo’s house. Banjo, Kazooie, Mumbo, and Bottles are playing a hilarious game of poker, which I think is a great way of showing the character's personality, Kazooie is a funny, sarcastic character, while Banjo is always the one keeping Kazooie in line, Mumbo is a little bit one dimensional but you can tell he is a good friend, and Bottles is a wimpy friend that is super smart but he is also super oblivious. I like that they could show all of these characters characteristics in such a short movie clip. Back to the story long story short Grunty uses her magic to blow up banjo’s house. Banjo, Kazooie, and Mumbo all get out quick enough to survive and, short story shorter, poor Bottles is burnt to a crisp. Then starts Banjo, and Kazooie's, and maybe even Mumbo’s, grand adventure to take grunty down. Again.
    Although the story seems like it was kinda slapped together like a bad sandwich, it really works for the game. You have to be glad that this is not a cliche story where the not so main character get’s captured and you, the hero, go on some perplexing adventure just to save the girl. B-t reminds me of the game “The legend of Zelda: Majora's mask.” In Majora’s mask, Link is not saving the princess. He is taking down the bad guy because Link just has to. B-t takes the same approach by making Banjo and Kazooie go on an adventure to thwart evil, because they realize they just have to.
    The gameplay is a very big improvement from B-K. During B-t you will find little golden musical notes. I don’t want to go into too much detail as far as musical notes go, but essentially you collect them, show them to a mole, an army mole…….. I guess. And he teaches you new skill. Some of them are mandatory to learn like learning how to shoot different types of eggs. While some of the other ones you learn, like the breegull bash (a move that allows you to take kazooie out of your backpack and hit her against the ground) and is only there for the players amusement, and trust me, it is amusing. But my favorite gameplay upgrade is the ability to aim where you shoot your eggs. Kazooie has always had an ability to shoot eggs from her mouth or behind. But now she is able to look around and and aim her eggs more adequately. With the new aiming system many different possibilities are opened up for the game.
    Besides the musical notes and aiming eggs there is two more new gameplay mechanics to the game. Wumba is a character that does what Mumbo did in the first game. She has the ability to transform you into a different forms for that specific level. She is a fun character, and the individual transformations are creative comical, to say the least. Mumbo a shaman that was in B-K is now a playable character. And I’m gonna be honest here, he pretty much stinks. His biggest purpose is to help power up things so that they can be accessible, for Banjo and Kazooie. For example in a level called Witchy-World you use mumbo to power up a bumper cars arena. When you are just running around as him though, he doesn’t have much to offer. He has a stick that he uses to paralyse the enemy for a short amount of time before he defeats them. And that is is, a short stick, really short, you have to be really close to an enemy for the attack to land any damage. At least he looks cool.
    The world is much bigger in this game    … Expand
  27. Coolamanen50
    Jan 19, 2016
    10
    Banjo tooie is the best n64 game out there atleast for me. The worlds are so big and you can just explore it's so fun it has boss fight and even more!
  28. pwp20
    Aug 2, 2015
    10
    A must play for any fan of platformers

    This game is incredibly fun. I played it years after playing the excellent original and was amazed by how well it passed the test of time. Given the quality offered I am just shocked it got so little attention: I think it was contextual (end of n64) rather than related to the quality of the game itself. The game is huge, the maps are excellent,    A must play for any fan of platformers

    This game is incredibly fun. I played it years after playing the excellent original and was amazed by how well it passed the test of time. Given the quality offered I am just shocked it got so little attention: I think it was contextual (end of n64) rather than related to the quality of the game itself.

    The game is huge, the maps are excellent, the music is awesome (thanks Grant Kirkhope!), the gameplay is flawless, everything is fun and creative. If there are any criticisms to make, these are instantly overshadowed by the general awesomeness of the experience.

    What more can be said? One of my favourite games ever. Thank you Rare :)    … Expand
  29. Shady313
    Mar 22, 2015
    10
    10/10 ................................................................................................................................................
  30. PedroVicious
    Feb 13, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. After finishing banjo-kazooie a lot of times i wanted to have the same experience again and oh boy here is banjo-tooie bringing the joy, the adventure, the music and the fun of the first game but on steroids, This game is huge and not just in worlds but in moves, things to collect, bosses, and my favorite thing in the game. All the levels are connected you can go from the first level to the 5th Or Throw and ice cube of the sky level to the lava level etc.… Expand
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#4 Best N64 Game of 2000
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#3 Most Discussed N64 Game of 2000
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#3 Most Shared N64 Game of 2000

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Metascore
90

Universal acclaim - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. CNET Gamecenter
    90
    The gameplay is what's key. Banjo-Tooie offers one of the best platforming experiences on the Nintendo 64.
  2. Da Gameboyz
    97
    The graphics are unbelievable, the sound is fantastic and the game has so much replay value it just might be sitting in your N64 for months to come.
  3. Nintendojo
    97
    If you're not into platform games, it probably won't change your religion, but I can at least guarantee you that it's got a much lower crap-fest-purchase-risk-factor than any of the shiny new PS2 games you could drop 50 bucks on.
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