Rextro Sixtyfourus

Rextro Sixtyfourus is a nostalgic and vibrant non-playable character from Yooka-Laylee, a loving homage to the era of 64-bit gaming. His name is a clever blend of the phrases tyrannosaurus rex and retro sixty-four, alluding both to his dinosaur-like appearance and the retro 64-bit aesthetic reminiscent of the Nintendo 64 era, a beloved period when the gaming world was enthralled by the original Banjo-Kazooie video games. Rextro’s design is a direct nod to the blocky, polygonal graphics that were the hallmark of games from the mid-90s. His large head is adorned with two protruding, cylindrical small googly eyes that feature dark blue pupils, adding a whimsical charm to his overall look. His skin is primarily orange with a yellow underbelly, while his back is lined with red, square-shaped scales. His hands and feet sport distinct claws, and his wide mouth houses a sparse collection of very sharp teeth. As for his personality, Rextro is brimming with energy but added by a hint of loneliness, a sentiment born from the digital age’s shift to gaming, which has left his beloved arcade games untouched by human hands for years. This dinosaur is somewhat forgetful, often needing a moment to remember who Yooka and Laylee are, especially evident in the world, Capital Cashino, where he encounters modern technology. Also, Rextro’s ignorance of technological advancements since the 90s often leads to outdated references, highlighting the gap between his time and the present. Yet, Rextro’s excitement is palpable and infectious when someone engages with his arcade games, whether by winning or beating an old high score.