BanjoRecomp
A native PC port of Banjo-Kazooie created via static recompilation, featuring graphical enhancements, high framerate support, and extensive modding.
What is BanjoRecomp?
Banjo: Recompiled is a native PC port of the classic Nintendo 64 game Banjo-Kazooie, created using static recompilation technology. It transforms the original game into a modern executable, enabling significant performance improvements, graphical upgrades, and new features not possible on original hardware.
Retro gaming enthusiasts and modders who want to play Banjo-Kazooie on modern PCs with enhanced graphics, high framerates, and extensive mod support. It also targets Linux and Steam Deck users seeking native compatibility.
Developers choose this over emulation for its native performance, low input lag, and plug-and-play mod support. Its unique selling point is the use of static recompilation to create a faithful port without requiring the game's original source code, paired with the RT64 rendering engine for future ray tracing and graphical enhancements.
Overview
PC Port of Banjo-Kazooie made using N64: Recompiled (Windows/Linux/Mac)
Use Cases
Best For
- Playing Banjo-Kazooie at high framerates and widescreen/ultrawide aspect ratios on modern PCs.
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