Ubisoft backs Wii to the MAX ~ 7 launch-window games
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Ubisoft's Seven Wii Launch Titles
Yes, we wrote launch. From Far Cry to Blazing Angels, Ubisoft has Wii
covered. Get the full scoop right here. by Matt Casamassina
Ubisoft's Seven Wii Launch Titles
Wii fans, Ubisoft is your new best friend. The publisher has supported
Nintendo's Wii console since it was first revealed, eagerly readying
such anticipated exclusives as the first-person shooter Red Steel and
the action-platformer Rayman Raving Rabbids, both of which are set to
debut with the system in a matter of months. But guess what? The French
videogame giant is hardly stopping there. It has another five - yes,
five games planned for Wii, and they'll all arrive in time for the
platform's launch window.
Ubisoft today announced that it is in development with versions of Far
Cry, Blazing Angels: Squadrons of WWII, Monster 4x4 World Circuit and
Open Season for Wii. In addition, the studio is bringing an all-new
racer called GT Pro Series to the system.
The publisher also said that it has "many more titles in development"
for Wii.
"We're thrilled that Ubisoft will be unveiling Wii versions of both
exclusive new IP and established franchises," said Reggie Fils-Aime,
president and chief operating officer for Nintendo of America.
"Bursting with creativity, innovation and unadulterated fun, these
Ubisoft games embody the qualities that will make Wii a huge hit with
gamers new and established, young and old."
"Media and analysts agree that Ubisoft has the greatest potential for
reward with the new console's launch because we believed in its
potential from the beginning," said Laurent Detoc, president of Ubisoft
North America. "With an impressive lineup of launch games that offer
something for everyone, we are in a unique position to benefit from the
Wii's success in appealing to both new and hardcore gamers."
The popular first-person shooter Far Cry pits players on a mission
through lush Amazonian jungles and equips them with a variety of
weapons, vehicles and special powers to attack the enemy. The game will
make full use of the Wii-mote for enhanced maneuverability and will
likewise boast new content.
Blazing Angels utilizes the Wii controller for intense dog fighting
scenarios set to the backdrop of WWII.
The racer GT Pro Series is developed by MTO and optimized by Ubisoft
for Wii. Through a deal with MTO, Ubisoft is able to distribute the
project everywhere in the world except Japan. GT features more than 80
licensed cars, detailed tuning options, fluid drift-style controls and
physics, and more. The title has been specifically tailored to make
full use of the Wii's revolutionary remote.
Open Season is an adventure game based on the Sony Pictures Animation's
CG animated film of the same name.
Monster 4x4 World Circuit is a truck racer that has been completely
revamped to make full use of the Wii control system. The title takes
players fully off-road for some muddy displays of mechanical power.
Finally, previously announced bigwigs Red Steel and Rayman Raving
Rabbids round out the selection.
IGN interviewed Ubisoft North America's president, Laurent Detoc, about
today's news. We highly suggest readers comb the interview for brand
new information on Far Cry, Blazing Angels, GT Pro Series, and Monster
4x4: World Circuit for Nintendo's new console. Readers may be surprised
to learn that these are much more than mere ports.
In addition, IGN has posted new screens of Red Steel and Rayman Raving
Rabbids, as well as first screens of Monster 4x4: World Circuit in our
their related media sections.
With seven official launch window titles from Ubisoft, the
ever-expanding library of holiday Wii games is nearing 30 titles, and
there are still more to come.
purple_penguin
> there are still more to come."Wii will ,Wii will rock you,sing it!"