Grant Kirkhope is Still Leaving Me None for a New Banjo-Kazooie Game but Also, Seriously, Is It Really That Hard to Credit People Who Work on Games?
vice.comPublished: 4/30/2025
Summary
Grant Kirkhope discusses Nintendo's lack of credit for his contributions during an interview with Eurogamer, explaining that while he provided essential music and composition for the "DK Rap" in Super Mario Bros., the credits went to the vocal actors instead. This decision, he argues, is problematic because it undervalues the work done by those involved in creating games, even when their contributions appear outside of them. The situation highlights a significant issue where creative individuals should receive proper recognition for their efforts beyond the confines of gaming.