“I just think it’s unlikely,” said Grant Kirkhope.

Would original Banjo-Kazooie composer Grant Kirkhope return to score a new entry in the series?

Does he think there will be a sequel for the 3D platformer?

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Let’s just say he’s not holding his breath.

Kirkhope chatted withEurogamerabout the chances of a new Banjo-Kazooie.

“I just think it’s unlikely,” said Kirkhope.

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Kirkhope is aware of this but still questions Microsoft signing off on the project.

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“Whether Microsoft would give the OK, I don’t know,” the composer said.

“…Zero [hope]is probably a bit of a heavy estimate.

It’s probably better than zero but not much.”

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This isn’t the first time Kirkhope has beenpessimistic about a new Banjo-Kazooie game.

Plus, again, Kirkhope seems unconvinced there are a ton of Banjo fans out there these days.

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