For gamers of a certain age the mere mention of developers Rare will bring back a flood of nostalgic memories. The British company produced numerous classics from Sabre Wulf and Knight Lore on the Speccy to Goldeneye on the N64. Let's skate over more recent releases - although Banjo Kazooie: Nuts and Bolts had its moments - because Rare are 25 years old this summer. Yes, it's a quarter of a century since Jetpac. Ouch. To celebrate Rare have, er, unveiled a new logo. Personally I'd have preferred a new version of Staff of Karnath, but Head of Studio Mark Betteridge is excited by the logo and the future of the once hugely influential developer.
Both Rare and the games industry have seen massive changes over the past 25 years, and right now it feels as if both we and the industry are continuing to evolve at an ever-increasing pace. With this landmark anniversary coming up, and knowing that we have a really exciting future ahead, we felt now was the time to have a new image more in keeping with an innovative and creative entertainment company which aspires to be around for at least the next 25 years!
Anyway, let's use the birthday as an excuse for some nostalgia. Go on then - what are you top 3 Rare games. Check the list here for some reminders..
