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During Nintendo's E3 2019 Nintendo briefing, it was announced that Banjo and Kazooie are joining the roster of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.
The trailer was brilliant, in that it was a rollercoaster of emotions. First, we thought we glimpsed the silhouette of Banjo and Kazooie; then, it was revealed to be Duck Hunt Dog with that stupid duck on his shoulder; and finally, the true pairing was revealed.
This has been something that fans have clamoured for for a long time, and it means a partnership, however briefly, between Rare and Nintendo. The trailer is actually called 'Best Friends,' which I think refers to the old partnership.
Phil Spencer has been open to it for some time; this Tweet dates back to 2015, for instance:
@PedroDarkinson I think it would be cool if Banjo was in the next SSB DLC. We've worked with Nintendo on Rare IP before, no issues.
— Phil Spencer (@XboxP3) April 3, 2015
No price was mentioned with regard to the Banjo and Kazooie content pack, but previous challenger packs have been priced at £5.39 (€5,99).
Also announced was the addition of Dragon Quest XI’s unnamed hero, who will simply be called 'Hero,' and who looks like a sword-and-board slasher in the same company as the Fire Emblem characters.
Check out the trailer:
