The 1UP crew sat down with Microsoft Corporate Vice President for the company's game studios recently and asked about the future of Viva Pi ata. What'd Shane Kim have to say about the IP? Well, that Microsoft will "continue to invest in that property" and...

A Kameo or a Viva Pinata on a DS makes a lot of sense in a lot of ways from a franchise perspective.

Kim added to that statement, saying that Viva Pi ata represents "the beginning of an IP that will be a pillar for Microsoft Game Studios for a long time." Keep in mind that Kim did, however, mention a DS title as a possibility alongside a proper sequel and further merchandising. But also, don't forget that Rare has a history of working on the Game Boy Advance and DS, tapping properties like Banjo and Diddy Kong while under Microsoft's watch. If you ask me, VP on the DS is a perfect fit. Michael McWhertor

Microsoft: 'Viva Pinata on the DS Makes Sense' [1UP]

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