Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), Ubisoft announced it is supporting the upcoming launch of Nintendo’s Wii U system with the release of eight games by the first half of 2013. Ubisoft’s Wii U lineup includes Assassin’s Creed III, the survival thriller and platform-exclusive ZombiU and a host of other games that will appeal to both core and casual games, including fans of the action-adventure, dance, family, fitness and sports genres.
“Ubisoft is a trailblazer in developing innovative, unique content for new platforms and we’re continuing that tradition with our Wii U titles,” said Yves Guillemot, chief executive officer, Ubisoft. “Ubisoft’s creative teams have taken advantage of the technological advances in the Wii U system to develop new gameplay concepts that will help set the new system apart from other consoles and deliver distinct, immersive gaming experiences for players.”
Ubisoft’s history of originality on Nintendo platforms includes multi-million selling franchises for the Wii system, including Just Dance, Rabbids and Red Steel. With the launch of Wii U, Ubisoft is once again aiming to be the leading third-party developer on Nintendo’s flagship system.
Ubisoft games that are being developed for the Nintendo’s Wii U include :
- Assassin’s Creed III: Set against the backdrop of the American Revolution in the late 18th century, Assassin’s Creed III introduces a new hero, Connor, the new voice for justice in the ancient war between the Assassins and Templars.
- Just Dance 4: Just Dance 4 is the fourth installment in the world’s No. 1 dance game franchise. This title features more than 40 new tracks, ranging from chart-topping Billboard hits to classic dance party tracks from artists like Rihanna, One Direction, P!nk, The B-52’s, and Flo Rida. Exclusive to Wii U is a new Puppet Master Mode where up to 5-players can play together.
- Marvel Avengers: Battle for Earth: Battle against the forces of evil in this new Marvel adventure starring over 20 Marvel super heroes and villains, including Captain America, Thor and The Hulk. Based on the ‘Secret Invasion’ storyline, Marvel Avengers’ interactive environments are inspired by iconic Marvel comic artwork and backdrops.
- Rabbids Land: The Rabbids are bwaaaaaaack and this time they have invaded our favourite amusement park. Embark on an adventure to capture the Rabbids throughout the theme park and visit more than 20 attractions along the way including an enchanted princess castle, the tunnel of love, a zany roller coaster and a spooky haunted house.
- Rayman Legends: One of Ubisoft’s most popular franchises transitions to Wii UTM by exploring fresh gameplay experiences and expanding beyond the traditional platformer.
- Sports Connection: Sports Connection is the next generation of multi-sports games that brings families and youth together in an interactive and engaging setting. Transform your living room into the ultimate sports arena and experience all of your favorite sports like never before by playing across your TV and the new Wii U GamePad, switching from multiplayer to single player and teaming up for competitive co-op.
- Your Shape Fitness Evolved 2013: With more than 125 different workouts and 215 exercise moves, Your Shape 2013 elevates fitness gaming to a new level. The title provides a personalised workout experience packed with fun and exciting activities to achieve the player’s fitness goals.
- ZombiU: Developed by Ubisoft Montpellier, ZombiU puts players in the middle of London, circa 2012, where an outbreak has infected hundreds of thousands, turning them into flesh-eating, undead monsters that roam the streets to prey on the living.
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