Banjo-Tooie

 Xbox 360
User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 66 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 53 out of 66
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 66
  3. Negative: 7 out of 66

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  1. LebanM.
    Aug 7, 2009
    10
    Why are certain reviewers takes this game harshly, & the fact that it's "A derivative of SM64" baffles me, it brings a lot to the table. Besides, we need platformers like this anyway, cause the gaming scene is filled with FPS games, I need more originality, people. Ultimately, it's a long lasting title, that will keep you hooked!
  2. jh
    May 5, 2009
    10
    It's kinda funny how Eurogamer, the same critics that gave Megaman 9 lavish praise, thinks Banjoe Tooie is 'outdated'. Oh, I'm sure Megaman 9 has REALLY stood the test of time. The critics hating on Banjo are really just Super Mario 64 fanboys that can't take the fact that Rare built upon the genre in innovative and exciting ways. Eurogamer and teletext central It's kinda funny how Eurogamer, the same critics that gave Megaman 9 lavish praise, thinks Banjoe Tooie is 'outdated'. Oh, I'm sure Megaman 9 has REALLY stood the test of time. The critics hating on Banjo are really just Super Mario 64 fanboys that can't take the fact that Rare built upon the genre in innovative and exciting ways. Eurogamer and teletext central clearly do not have an issue with nostalgia--so as long as they are the ones deriving it and not you.… Expand
  3. HaydenH
    Aug 21, 2009
    9
    This game represents some of the best childhood memories involving video games. Not only was this one of the best N64 games created, it innovated in many ways. In Mario 64, you had the same move-set for the entire game, whereas here, you learned new moves as you went. While it's a heck of a game, I've played through it so many times that I've started to notice things that This game represents some of the best childhood memories involving video games. Not only was this one of the best N64 games created, it innovated in many ways. In Mario 64, you had the same move-set for the entire game, whereas here, you learned new moves as you went. While it's a heck of a game, I've played through it so many times that I've started to notice things that bother me just a bit. The game is rather (not to be mean) old, and hasn't really evolved from what it was. Another small quibble is that the FPS sections have a default sensitivity that is much to high. Still, with these minor quibbles aside, let me say that this is one of the N64's best (and platformer's for that matter too). If you have played this game before, buy it again, it won't hurt. If you have never played the game before, what are you waiting for!? The game is $15 and several hours long and it's amazing! Go get it right now if you like anthropomorphic animals, platformers, killing stuff, or awesome games!… Expand
  4. BatM
    May 6, 2009
    10
    Really ? Eurogamer calls it a generic platformer ? It's kinda sad because they gave a 100 to Super Mario Galaxy. I mean it's not like it's the same concept from Super Mario 64 or Sunshine reused in space... Nah And Banjo-Tooie was at least a sequel that was released 2 years after Banjo-Kazooie. Not 10 years later without any gameplay changes, 2 years after. There were 11 Really ? Eurogamer calls it a generic platformer ? It's kinda sad because they gave a 100 to Super Mario Galaxy. I mean it's not like it's the same concept from Super Mario 64 or Sunshine reused in space... Nah And Banjo-Tooie was at least a sequel that was released 2 years after Banjo-Kazooie. Not 10 years later without any gameplay changes, 2 years after. There were 11 years between Super Mario 64 and Super Mario Galaxy and what's the difference... well you're moving the wiimote to get launch from stars and collect rocks by pointing at the screen but other than that it's just get stars on X level and then change act and then get X stars on same level Act 2. I'm not saying it's a bad game, I played it, loved it, but Eurogamer is being hypocrite saying platformers are being generic. And since this is an arcade re-release of the old 64 game, you can drop a few 15 to 30 points from your original review.… Expand
  5. BobD
    May 6, 2009
    10
    The game is excellent. Who really cares what teletext has to say? Their review should be removed so the real games sites can have their opinion published. As for Eurogamer, the game is just plain fun. It's as fun as it was nearly ten years ago and it has graphics, control and content updates (in the form of Stop N' Swap). This is a classic game - don't let the surprisingly The game is excellent. Who really cares what teletext has to say? Their review should be removed so the real games sites can have their opinion published. As for Eurogamer, the game is just plain fun. It's as fun as it was nearly ten years ago and it has graphics, control and content updates (in the form of Stop N' Swap). This is a classic game - don't let the surprisingly low reviews sway you any other way. The original complaint was the framerate issue - now that's been fixed, what's the problem?… Expand
  6. NathanW
    May 7, 2009
    10
    Classic game, i beat the game as a kid, and i'm enjoying the experience once again on the 360. Definitely more than worth the $15 they charge for it. And definitely worth a play though if you love platformers. If your looking for an Arcade game that lasts longer than a few hours to beat, this is the game for you.
  7. [anonymous]
    Jan 21, 2010
    10
    This games was and still is a great fun game. i never really liked the Multiplayer games and stuff....... but the story is great resuming right off the first one and with the XBLA version now you can do the Mysterious Stop n' Swop!
  8. DeVr33z
    Oct 21, 2010
    9
    A great sequel which you'll love if you had even the slightest bit of interest in the original Banjo-Kazooie. Sure, the levels can be a bit confusing sometimes but that's just because they aren't half as linear as the areas in many modern games. Banjo-Tooie takes actual thinking to progress, which is something that can't be said about a lot of games these days. Anyway, it's a really greatA great sequel which you'll love if you had even the slightest bit of interest in the original Banjo-Kazooie. Sure, the levels can be a bit confusing sometimes but that's just because they aren't half as linear as the areas in many modern games. Banjo-Tooie takes actual thinking to progress, which is something that can't be said about a lot of games these days. Anyway, it's a really great title that I highly recommend.… Expand
  9. Breegullbeak
    Jan 16, 2013
    7
    As a kid I loved this game, but as I've grown this games true form has taken shape before my eyes. This game is full of tedious back tracking and empty rooms. Large numbers of areas have one ore two minor collectibles in them and then a warp on both ends leaving them to only be entered once. Some collectibles however require traveling across 3 separate worlds to get any kind of reward. TheAs a kid I loved this game, but as I've grown this games true form has taken shape before my eyes. This game is full of tedious back tracking and empty rooms. Large numbers of areas have one ore two minor collectibles in them and then a warp on both ends leaving them to only be entered once. Some collectibles however require traveling across 3 separate worlds to get any kind of reward. The note system shrunk in this game when it should have expanded to fill the large worlds with content, but instead it shrunk.

    Now while I'm bashing this game far more then I did Kazooie's port, I will say that this is the better port. Every flaw was untouched, and every thing the game did right is still there outside a few reference jokes about plumbers and monkeys and pocket monsters. The game looks good, plays well, and only the most loyal of fans will notice/give a crap about the slightly out of sync intro music.    … Expand
  10. Broyax
    May 7, 2018
    0
    Je croyais que c'était un indé et j'allais me faire une joie de le jeter dans la poubelle des étrons indés du jour... mais non, attention, ce truc-là était à l'origine une merdeveille de Rare pour le petit artisan Nintendaube, de quoi compléter son offre merdeveilleuse en matière de jeux de gogols juste à côté du petit plombier moustachu à casquette rouge (sûrement un enfoirnaze deJe croyais que c'était un indé et j'allais me faire une joie de le jeter dans la poubelle des étrons indés du jour... mais non, attention, ce truc-là était à l'origine une merdeveille de Rare pour le petit artisan Nintendaube, de quoi compléter son offre merdeveilleuse en matière de jeux de gogols juste à côté du petit plombier moustachu à casquette rouge (sûrement un enfoirnaze de communiste, me souffle-t-on).

    Donc Banjogogol-Nouille est la suite de Banjogogol-Kazkouille où l'on retrouve les merdeveilleux amis bien connus comme l'ours mongolien et l'oiseau trizomique. Il faut ramasser des pièces dorées et sauter et euh... enfin tout ça quoi. Bien sûr, le jeu date un peu et ses graphismes sont un peu... euh, enfin tu vois quoi ; ça sent le poisson un peu quand même... même pour l'époque.

    En tout cas, dans cette version 360 en haute résolution (!), ils ont gardé la Nintendaube 64 sur le menu ! mais est-ce que Nintendaube est d'accord ? combien on a filé au petit artisan pour l'insigne honneur de faire poser la Nintendaube 64 dans le menu ? parce qu'on est sur une console Microsoft un petit peu quand même !

    Sinon bah, la caméra fait bien de la merde comme dans le jeu... euh la daube précédente et tous les bruitages débiles sont là ; je te parle même pas de la "musique"... qui te transforme la cervelle en gloubi-boulga. On sait pas où aller de toute façon et c'est un peu le boxon quand même ce jeu de golmons. Mais qu'est-ce qu'on fout là-dedans ?

    Bon, de toute façon j'ai arrêté, les jeux pour les **** artisans, c'est trop pour moi : je préfère l'industriel...    … Expand
  11. bestbloodyday
    May 22, 2012
    9
    Must have game. The graphic has gotten old, but the fun and game play are still fresh. One of the best adventure arcade games ever made. More skills, maps, possibilities and enemies than the first one. More tasks too. You won't made a mistake.
  12. GamecubeLover
    Jul 3, 2016
    9
    Banjo-Tooie on the Xbox 360 is just like the original. Not perfect but still a load of fun to play. The graphics are better though and I do recommend this game but it's not as good as the N64 version.
  13. Lightning2153
    Oct 16, 2020
    8
    While the moment-to-moment gameplay isn't quite as strong as Banjo-Kazooie, the larger scope does make it feel like a grander adventure. I cannot recommend a 100% playthrough, but the "bear" minimum playthrough is still fun!

Awards & Rankings

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#97 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2009
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#83 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2009
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#67 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2009

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Metascore
73

Mixed or average reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 19
  3. Negative: 2 out of 19
  1. TeamXbox
    85
    Banjo-Tooie is a no-frills ROM port that is a slam dunk for those looking to relive some of gaming’s past glory without having to pull out past consoles.
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  2. Eurogamer
    70
    For every moment where the game deviates from predictable platform tropes, there are dozens more when it's really nothing more than a very nicely assembled and presented riff on what other games were pioneering. Banjo-Tooie, then. Not one of the all-time greats, but when you take off the rose-tinted glasses the result is still enough to make it a standout on Live Arcade.
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  3. IGN
    85
    If you played Banjo-Tooie back in the day it's worth a revisit to remind yourself how good this game was and earn a few achievements. And if you've never played Rare's masterpiece it's high time you found out why it is considered a high point for the genre.
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