Rare Revealed: Five Things You Didn't Know About Jet Force Gemini
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- Опубликовано: 5 сен 2024
- The Making Of videos included in Rare Replay are so packed with anecdotal goodness that there will, inevitably, be tales we didn't have time to tell. So let's share a little more of the dev love right now with some bonus Jet Force Gemini insider facts!
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Art Force Gemini: 2:54
King of Clubs: 4:45
Comic Sans: 6:51
First and Last: 8:35
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we need a remake and a sequel to this game ASAP
We need that comic.
Urban_Shadow_001 I would love a remake by them thats just as gritty as the 64 one
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read this article: Tamarin, A Spiritual Sequel To Jet Force Gemini, Announced From Former Rare Developers
On the Switch!
Probably my favorite N64 game. Thanks for the nostalgia. Memberberries for the win!
Thanks for watching! Had to give it some love when we realised it was criminally underrepresented in the playlist.
@@RareLimited hey its been 4 years but is a squeal in the works or remake on switch or PS5
@@smb5246 nope, the random but lucky variables that made rareware, rareware, do not exist, you will have to keep those magical memories, and thats ok. Imaginste rareware getting together again, still a different world today, they prob have families now and the world has changed. It wont happen im sorry
We miss EVERY game you made in Nintendo 64 era.....Take a hint Rare
Even Blast Corps.
Especially blast corps
Primarily Blast Corps
I still don't understand why this game is so underrated. It amazed me back in 1999 when I was 9, now I'm 26 and I still love it, the soundtrack is epic. I wonder why this game hasn't got the 'epic' aura that most of Rare games got. For sure the most underrated game I can think of.
Same here, i purchased it back in '99 and i was 16 years old, totally blew me away, now i'm 34 and currently replaying it with my son and loving it even more. Always loved Rareware games, since a kid with NES, i currently have a HUGE Rare game collection (Nes, Snes, Gb, N64, Cube...) and its true that JFG never gets the appreciation it deserves.
Nintendo 64 era is, to me, the golden era of video games
N64 remains awesome in my eyes too, more awesome than ever now that I'm older...and if people try to tell me it's just rosey-colored glasses, I'll just say that, well, hindsight can be 20/20, and it's not just nostalgia because some favorite games I've never really quit playing.. or actually love even more now...
It was a good time for Nintendo, as well as Iguana, Rare, eurocom, and id...all of whom supported Nintendo's console with their different brands of brilliance. Of course, sadly, only a fraction of some of those houses still stand, so-to-speak.
P.S. we might be a bit OT hah
@@Daniel-xi8xe I definitely don't think it's rose-tinted glasses. I can still go back and play N64 or PS1 games and enjoy them. I think that era of games was the perfect balance of complexity of mechanics and simplicity of play.
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Sounds right to me!
Same applies to graphics from then: everything was probably a major consideration whether it even made it into the games or not at times. It had to take a lot of ingenuity to make something as impressive as Star Fox 64 (early as it was), f-zero x, or of course Ocarina of Time... Case in point, all those games had their different strong points not all that similar.
Its a fact!
Yep.
Such an underrated masterpiece. .. Absolutely one of my favourite N64 games 😊Oh and that soundtrack 😍 Robin Beanland you are my hero ... Still have my old N64 and a copy of JFG 😊
Recht_voor_zijn_raap could just be a typo but he's called Robin Beanland
Scrubber89 Typo indeed... I'll change it 😉
Jet Force Gemini always my personal favorite Nintendo 64 game all the time since I have a cartridge as kids. The soundtrack is the greatest ever one
I won a piece of artwork signed by the Devs from an online Rare competition for this masterpiece of a game and I still have it framed!
JETFORCEJUN0 Wow nice! Any chance i can see the artwork? I see you have a ps4. If you still play add me Tempe40_1
Probably one of the most underrated games of all time. Truly a classic in my heart spent hours trying to get the tribals without them getting killed, what a headache it was. Miss you RareWare Thank you for my childhood
Why this game doesn't have a sequel? I wonder if Rare have plans to make a sequel or a remake for Xbox One, this game is absolutely a masterpiece!
Aiden Lulamoon its a masterpiece...the way it is. I have a feeling the games legacy would be ruined if they don't take their time
It'd be pretty cool if they also ported it to the 3ds with improved graphics like they did with Star fox and Zelda 64. I'd buy that even though I still have the original.
David Grange what? How? Microsoft owns rare
Rare has produced handheld games for Nintendo since Microsoft bought the company. Offhand I can recall Diddy Kong Racing DS and Banjo-Kazooie: Grunty's Revenge. Basically, there was a time where Microsoft was testing the waters on a handheld system, then suddenly scrapped the idea of doing a handheld system. A couple of games were produced from this experiment, which were released on the GBA and DS.
@@Shrikeswind is this the reason why we won't see donkey 64 for the 3ds?
Also, the JFG main theme can be heard in beta footage of Twelve Tales Conker 64, the Ancient Rome level.
True story. Mentioned by Beano himself in the Making Of JFG!
JFG and PDark" are still my favorite Rare games. Was so great to replay it in Rare Replay :).
Could never have left those two out!
Rare Ltd Will you ever make a sequel to conker or jet force
@@rossgaming843 They eventually revealed how Conker's other bad day would've went, it was also apparent that Conker kept getting canned internally by microsoft, all because microsoft didn't think the demand was there or something (instead prioritizing other projects).
My fave 64 games are conker (for..reasons) and jet force gemini (this one being my most fave)
If they didn’t force you to rescue ALL those Ewoks this game would be more fondly remembered and critically acclaimed.
Still is my favourite game. Took me 15 years to beat the final boss
Dalek Supreme took me 20 years to get to the third world.
its been 21 years and i still haven't beaten it
I was able to fairly easily beat the final boss as a kid by having a friend control the robot buddy. Maybe you can try that?
It took me like 20 years and still cant beat him. My brother believes it is because we didn't get enough rocket launcher upgrades for Juno.
Patient Grasshopper possible theory!
I love how you do material about these games made almost 20 years ago! They totally deserve it. Even now, watching this, I am amazed watching the game's graphics and don't need to mention the soundtrack and every sound effect doing a complete atmosphere. And now learning how you did it... man... You really made art !
It was an absolute ruddy pleasure to go back and get these stories on film. Glad you enjoyed!
Although you may never read this Rare, of all your IP's released during this era, this game probably deserves a remaster more than any of them. With the exception of this and Blast Corps, all of your other N64 games have received a nice current gen makeover (Yes, I'm including Conker: Live and Reloaded).
While a Rare Replay upscale to 1080p is serviceable, this game is BEGGING for a Perfect Dark level of remaster, If not by you guys then outsourced to others, like 4J Studios with Perfect Dark.
I don't want it to sound as though it's merely ungrateful begging, but just look at this game. LOOK AT THIS GAME! A work of musical and graphical art that deserves it's just due. Perfect Dark was one of my go-to games on the N64, and the remaster not only made it EVEN BETTER, but it put Perfect Dark in contention for my favorite game of all time. Jet Force Gemini Is a criminally underrated masterpiece that, if given a proper face-lift, would get the recognition and receive the accolades it sorely deserves.
I totally agree. A Perfect Dark level remaster or remake would be amazing. GoldenEye 007 did not get a real remaster either, unfortunately, but I do not think that will ever happen because of licensing issues.
it should exist a nobel prize for all of this heroes
It totally should.
Probably the best game I have ever taken the time to play, made my childhood and my entire set of likes when it comes to games, Thank you Rare's team for giving countless hours with my family cousins and friends, and also gave me pretty much all the fun memories I have today. You guys on the least an award, just for making almost everyone that plays your games happy.
WARM FUZZIES thanks Victor \o/
This game is sooo good!. I still have my old N64 cartridge.
same here
Jet Force Gemini has become one of my all time favourite games, as I've revisited it again and again these past few years!!!
Definitely need a major reboot of this game! Cult 90's classic! As well as a sequel. We never got a real reason why the Shaman's brother truly created Mizar. I would definitely love to expand this wonderful universe.
Loved JFG as a kid! 'member my dad helping me defeat Lurg as Floyd. But I never actually 100% finished it. Darn tribals. Unsure how I'd feel about the game now. That music though! :D The main theme is especially rad!
Extra points for remembering the bosses' names!
Fett-Bubb realizes he's been forgotten, and looses a single tear before being devoured by the Mechantids.
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BONUS FACT: Fet-Bubb was known as Fat Bob throughout development and only changed very slightly (and reluctantly) for launch.
I never got the chance to finish the game because of the tribals lol.
The one in the swamp planet i alwasy mised that one
One of the best N64 titles out there, absolutely loved it!
jet force Gemini needs to come back I love that game
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Definitely underrated, one of my fav N64 titles. I remember being completely immersed in this game and have alot of nice memories of it.. And then that soundtrack, I still listen to it from time to time! Thank you Rare!
Truth be told, if there's one series coming back that could inspire me to buy an XBONE, it'd be JFG. I loved the original on the N64.
Dongled but it should be released on the switch, not Xbox one or PlayStation.
Jet Force Gemini 2, please...
Yes!
That would be so nice!
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I would buy an Xbox Series X just for that!!......if I can ever find one.
When i remember my childhood this game is the first thing that comes in mind.
it was the first game that i actually got extremely hooked and attached to.
i will take the memories of it to my grave.
i'm also proud to say i was one of the few who actually beat it when i was a kid.
i haven't turned my n64 on in almost 10 years now, but my JFG cartridge is still stored in a special place.
Definitely one of the best games on the 64, games like this marked many childhoods including mine, you guys did an awesome job with it and should be proud of how it end up, but that was to short!! i wanted to know the secret behind the empty tiny room in the spacestation!! XD
Quite amazing that a game that seems to be a hodgepodge of ideas with no central focus or big picture plan managed to work out as well as it did. Kudos to Rare I guess.
Just looked up the anagrams for some of the planets' names....very funny Rare...
Thank you Rare for your brilliant skills at making games and giving my childhood some good memories to hold on to.
Jet Force Gemini is awesome! One of my favorite games.
I've been playing this game since kindergarten, so hearing this stuff made me feel all nostalgic.
Al Ashworth you think this game is good? try finding all tribals and space parts and the lasts boss fight youll change your mind fasts on jet force gemini
I have been, for about twenty years or so. I still enjoy the game, even if I don't like having to find every Tribal.
I love this game. The atmosphere was something else.. I spent a lot of time exploring the world, going to the Disco etc. But I never got the tribals.. I hope I have not missed much
But seriously though, we're long overdue a remaster for this game.
We already have one called "Rare Replay", hello? Where've you been m8.
@@jd.h1966 That is not a remaster. The game is in HD and with twin-stick support, but nothing else changed.
@@darknightmike10yearsago And where did I ever say a remaster?
There is no need for that, the original game being available in HD and proper modern controls that's all exactly what you need. Again, where in my reply have I ever said a remaster?
@HUB GOBLIN Remake and remaster, 2 whole different things.
@@jd.h1966 I understand. I’m just saying I would really love to play the game at a stable 60 FPS (or better yet an uncapped framerate on PC) with the game designed for modern controls, and with enhanced graphics. I am glad to play the game at HD though and with “modern”-ish controls. I don’t have an Xbox though, so I just play the game on an emulator. and yes I own the game on my N64, but the game looks really bad with the really low resolution on my huge TV, so I play on the Project64 emulator in 4K with an HD texture pack. The game looks so much better that way, and I also use my PS4 controller and I mapped the C buttons to the right analog stick so I can play with sort of modern-ish controls.
I cant wait to do a full playthrough of this when the semester is over!
Send us a link when you do!
Rare Ltd Its Rare for Rare to have a bad game! They have had some great gems over the years.
One of my fave games ever, playing it was a truly immersive experience.
I still reply it on my N64 after all these years
The music in this game is amazing! I still listen to it till this day! Thank you Robin Beanland! Can't wait for a remake or remaster of this gem of a game!
What a lovely memory ! i really love this game! I love all Rare Game on N64
This was also one of my favorite games on N64. Rare games were the best by far.
If you could give us the fans an spiritual successor we would be all happy to receive it no matter when it comes out, i myself have been waiting a really long time for it.
Did Robin hint at a possible reboot!? I'd love some SS Anubis and Sekhmet orchestrated remakes.
OMG please make a remastered version or better a sequel absolutely loved this game growing up ..... not to get to personal but I didn't grow up with a lot of money so this was the only game we had and I played the hell out of it never was able to pass it but man I would just replay it over and over again
Well you were late by the moment you posted this comment there is already a remastered versión called "Rare Replay", which has many 64 games games remastered and fitted with better controls for the xbobx one, and for only 30$ at the moment it got released, now you can find it way cheaper.
My favorite N64 game ever. I remember endless hours of exploring these worlds when I was a kid. An amazing cult classic indeed.
I got this game randomly for christmas. I had never heard of it, but my uncle got it and the strategy guide for me, and I played the HELL out of it.
I miss the old Rare!
OMFG, videos from inside Rare? YES THANK YOU!
Remember, Games today STILL take a mountain of work & effort just watch the credits of any game! but the real difference is now we just have sooo many more tools! and so much more easy-to-use tools to tackle huge projects!
im PROUD to own a copy of JetForce Gemini, creative hard work/passion made into form
i hope new game developers find inspiration in the journey early Rare teams took!
This is legit my favorite n64 game. I can still played it this day and enjoy the **** out of it
This games is SO Nice! Deserves a sequel or a remake
A remake of this game would be awesome!
It's a shame that probably will never happen... :(
Not sure why everyone talks about a sequel, remaking the original altogether with updated graphics would be better. THEN the sequel. Younger gamers aren't often open to playing older games specifically because of the aged graphics. Back in the late nineties the graphics looked great, but of course like every 64 game it looks blocky now. Getting a new generation hooked on the first game if it's remade with updated graphics will open the doors for the sequel to be made.
Yes, bad gameplay too, like just now, very late and i am searching how to beat, same problem happened in morrowind, i never beat those games because there where not a arrow showing where should i go, it has to be hollow knight criptic level so i don't need internet guide, i really think that ship parts scattered was a big down
@@LeRepulseBR Do you want your hand held? Where is Mommy? xD
I agree with having the game be remade with better graphics. Also, improving the control scheme to be more modern would be nice, and to have the game play at a smooth 60 FPS, or to have the framerate run uncapped on PC would be awesome. Also, I would love to hear the soundtrack remade at a higher quality with real instruments. Then after that, as you said, I would love to see a sequel. Of course, this is all just a fever dream, unfortunately.
Agreed, remake would be better just for the controls. I have a teenaged cousin who would love the game, but when I had him play it he couldn't get past the clunky controls
One thing you DO know - this games was (& probably still is) AMAZING!!!
This game was SOOO good! I never understood why it was one of the more obscure titles. Did it get low sales or what happened, it was a great game.
As a kid, I essentially beat the game, made it to the last fight vs Mizar, but during that fight you have to play as Juno... and I played as Lupus in some of Junos planets, and picked up all the homing missiles and other weapon ammo cartridges so I had like no ammo as Juno to kill Mizar. But I picked the game up again when i was a bit older and ended up clearing it, felt so good cause I got to see the end credits!
Did anyone recall the part where you had to find the pieces for Floyd or whatever the flying guy is called and have him as a playable character that is a turret that floats around your character.
Jet Force Gemini is way ahead of its time, The Game has great graphics, gameplay, music, story n characters the game also filled the void of Metroid on the Nintendo 64
one of the most outstanding N64 games. I liked how it delivered so much more than promised. The complexity of that game, the possibilities, the world building and the audiovisual presentation were absolutely crazy for that time. Of course the controls could be a pain, but I'd love to see a remake on the Switch one day.
Jet Force Gemini was the first game I owned for my N64. It's such an amazing game! Reminds me of Zelda but with guns, with the puzzle elements, the freedom to explore. I'd love to see another Jet Force Gemini in my lifetime. So much nostalgia, yet I don't think I ever finished it 😮 Good thing I have my Rare Replay version.
My favorite game of all time. The music in it is legendary, have so much fun killin bugs, watching them splatter green/rainbow blood everywhere while trying to save every cuddly bear from gruesome death. Best game ever!!!
this is my first ever game. i will forever have it in my top 10 video games ever
this game needs a reboot
This could be Microsoft's answer to Ratchet and Clank. Give the game 4 player co-op, tons of guns and put it on Unreal 4. Instant hit.
DKDRFTA the reboot just came out. it's called 'Recore'
Ratchet & Clank did have a 4-player co-op game. Didn't work, though.
Scrubber89 doubt
Voodoo Vince Remastered is coming out next year for the Xbox One.
wheres the Kickstarter for orchestrating the JFG music?
Robin said he was going to pay for everything himself! And buy everyone a drink! Pretty sure that's what he said.
You lie....But in all seriousness if a kickstarter for that does happen, do let me know cause I will pledge SOOOO MUCH.
And thanks for responding! :D
The redone control scheme for this game on Rare Replay has made it playable again. Also, I may just gotten better at games over the years, but the Mechantids boss on Eschebone was a lot easier than I remember.
I’m so in love with the cute more early cartooney models. Hope a mod comes out one day
its such an underrated game, i love it, fun playing, and the soundtrack is amazing
We need a reboot!
Would be amazing to see a new jet force Gemini now with all the tech available currently at their full disposure.
JFG was one of the best N64 games ever made. I would throw money at a remake for modern systems.
I'd LOVE to check this out on Rare Replay. If Rare Replay was available on Windows 10, that is.
Most underrated game ever !!!!
I still have this game on n64, but I never finished it. Looks like I have some work to do. lol
Markell Hawthorne its a pain,
Also isn't the JFG theme just a remix of the end credit theme for the SNES version of Killer Instinct. Albeit a LOT more grand.
Jet Force Gemini is officially coming to Nintendo Switch for Expansion Pack members in December 2023!
Just randomly thought about this gem.. this was such a wholesom mini-doc
I know you folks have it in you to remake this masterpiece.
They need to remaster it for the switch. The soundtrack and gameplay are amazing. I played it all over again on the Rare Replay…. RareWare was at its peak during those years
The original version is going to launch on the Switch Online Expansion Pack at the end of this month
There wouldn't be a Ratchet & Clank without Jet Force Gemini.
Where did you hear that?
@@ct2xperience749 It's been an observation of mine since it's release in 2002 that Ratchet and Clank is essentially the evolution of game mechanics and technology of what Jet Force Gemini was.
They improved the clunky controls, added a melee weapon, continued weapon wheel variety, added voice acting and cartoon-like cinematics while watering down the gore/violence.
The outer space Sci-Fi setting and the coming and goings from world-to-world was reminiscent of the direction of Gemini.
JFG was way too awesome for its time, mind-blowing music, sound effects, weapons, enemies, levels - it just aced every single sections of what makes a game.
Even throwing accessible co-op in there with the robot Floyd, a firing range challenge with plenty of levels, a multiplayer with plenty of customization _and_ proto-perks (iirc certain characters retained some of their SP campaign abilities). This is just insane what was crammed inside a N64 game, it should stand beside Zelda OoT imo, it is legendary!
And is there any other game that can claim not only a dog with guns as a main playable character, but a dog IN A MINI TANK THAT FLIES as a main playable character?
The golden era of video games. When video games meant ART and not BUSINESS $ ...
Utheree still were high prices but you get the full experience, not the DLC bs of today
Thanks for paving the way for Jak & Daxter and Ratchet & Clank.
This needs a sequel with minor graphics added. Love how all the colors and map design were designed for this game.
I remember bonding with my swim teacher because he played this game on PC. I played it on N64.
One thing you didn't know. I lived near rare back I the day and I preordered jet force Gemini from them. These were the days before preorders were a thing. And they sent me the game way before release date in a special black rare box with special rare tape sealing it and a personalized thank you card inside.
Also pretty sure it was a limited edition game cart.
Iv since tried to get in contact with them regarding this and they have no records from that era now.
It sucks they have lost their history after Microsoft took over.
Love JFG! Such fond memories although I could not beat the last boss haha. Pity it didn't get the recognition it deserved. Thanks to Microsoft purchasing Rare, a sequel is unlikely to come, but well worth a remake.
I love the game but never managed to beat it even nearly
This game deserves a remake with decente camera control and super graphics
I have faith that you guys will remake this game one day. I will gladly buy an xbox just for it!
HAH. I was sure that was Jollyjack's art style in the planned webcomic, and sure as night is dark there's a post on his DeviantArt page mentioning this video.
Did everything. Got to final boss. Never beat final boss.
He's a tricksy little tinker.
I am stuck on the mantis boss. I got the pattern and when I beat one, I didn't know that the surviving one would accelerate its attack and I died.
Only reason I couldn’t beat this bastard the first 10 times is because I didn’t have even homing rockets and the only reason I didn’t have enough homing rockets is because my dumb ass grabbed the ammo packs in that lava area with Lupus instead of with Juno like you’re supposed to do. I can’t remember the level though could be one of the ships, either SS Anubis or Sekmet.
Hi,this is for sure,my n64 favourite video game,I can't imagine my childhood without it
I passed the game at 100%,yes,including both cyborg stag and greenwood village
Really a good job the one you did,a shame it was so underestimated
But there's still a thing which bothers me,why didn't you include the zombie ant in the multiplayer mode?,it would have fitted so well...
The fact male characters could walk on lava and the female ones could dive was an epic thing as well
Before I finish...Were the Floyd Missions supposed to cost Mizar's Tokens or is it just my imagination?
I would like you answer to both of my questions and again,You did a real good job,Greetings
the golden age of rare. now with everwild i hope they back.
Top 10 All Time game for me
OMG plsssss RARE tell me you guys are at least thinking about bringing the comic back :O
The opening theme is straight up badassery
Edit: Tawfret made me literally quit the game as a kid because zombie space bugs? Hell no
This game was my first videogame and was what got me into gameing.
One of THE BEST n64 games by far. I still play this on my emulator and my actual n64 game consolr
Such a good game, I'm always googling to see if there is a sequel in the works... always disappointed to see no information and only rumors... but I can have hope that one day it will happen!
I’m this age of reboots and revivals, *THIS GAME DESERVES A REVIVAL!*
Seeing abandoned spacestation not abandoned... daaaaaaaaaamn.
Remember how difficult, yet fun it was. Remember I got constantly got stuck on a cemetery/swamp looking place never understood that part so, I never beat it :(
9:01 is where I always got stuck I think