Argonaut Games Appears To Bee Reviving A Forgotten N64 Title
Argonaut Games, the British video game developer, appears to be reviving Buck Bumble, the cult classic Nintendo 64 third-person shooter originally published by Ubisoft in 1998. The studio shared a cryptic social media post this week featuring artwork of Buck, the game’s titular cybernetic bee protagonist, along with the original game’s theme song.
The announcement was deliberately vague, with Argonaut Games stating the team would “not be taking further questions…at this time” while encouraging followers to “BEE sure to follow us for forthcoming news and announcements”—a playful reference to the game’s insect protagonist.
Buck Bumble was an N64 exclusive that followed a genetically-modified bee equipped with advanced cyborg implants navigating a futuristic version of London. Despite its unique premise and cult following, the game has remained dormant for nearly three decades. The teasing announcement suggests Argonaut Games is actively considering bringing the forgotten franchise back, though the studio has not confirmed revival details, platforms, or a timeline for any official announcement.