Two Rare founders leave

Chris and Tim Stamper, two of Rare Ltd.’s (Goldeneye 007, Perfect Dark and Viva Pinata) three founders have left the studio. While the news surfaces in the wake of disappointing sales figures for Rare’s excellent Viva Pinata, Microsoft told 1UP that sluggish Pinata sales had “absolutely” nothing to do with their departure.

I have to wonder about Rare now. They were once a superb game developer, but nothing they have released recently has impressed me much. Well, except Kameo.. that’s a great title. For the love of gaming, bring back Donkey Kong and Killer Instinct and then we will see Rare claim back some of the market.