Ubisoft Confirms Rayman Legends Development for Wii U Following Internal Footage Leak
Ubisoft has officially announced the development of Rayman Legends for the Nintendo Wii U, confirming reports that surfaced after footage from an internal demonstration video was leaked online earlier today.
Rayman Legends serves as the highly anticipated sequel to Rayman Origins, with famed developer Michel Ancel and his team at Ubisoft Montpellier leading the project. Rayman Legends continues the beloved platforming legacy crafted by Ubisoft Montpellier, whose innovative approach to level design and animation has cemented the Rayman franchise as a cornerstone in modern 2D platformers.
The confirmation comes amidst growing anticipation for new exclusive titles on the Nintendo Wii U, Nintendo’s then-latest home console with a unique GamePad controller and HD graphics capabilities. In light of the unauthorized leak, an Ubisoft spokesperson clarified the intentions behind the now widely circulated video.
In a public statement, Ubisoft explained that the surfaced footage was never meant for public viewing and was created strictly as an internal demonstrative asset.
The video used concept images of Rayman Legends and was intended solely for Ubisoft’s production teams, who routinely prototype early versions of games on work-in-progress development kits.
Ubisoft emphasized that the video does not represent the final game, console design, or feature set expected in the retail version of Rayman Legends or the Nintendo Wii U. Michel Ancel, renowned for his innovative vision behind the Rayman series, continues to guide Ubisoft Montpellier as they develop Rayman Legends.
The previous installment, Rayman Origins, garnered critical acclaim for its distinctive art style, captivating soundtrack, and challenging yet accessible platforming mechanics.
Ubisoft’s decision to bring the sequel to the Nintendo Wii U aligns with a growing trend of third-party developers leveraging Nintendo’s hardware for creative game experiences. Since its introduction, the Nintendo Wii U aimed to expand possibilities for cross-genre innovation and multiplayer functionality, and Rayman Legends is set to capitalize on these advancements.
While Ubisoft has not announced a specific release date at this time, the confirmation of Rayman Legends’ development ensures fans of the franchise and Nintendo hardware have much to look forward to in the coming months. Stay tuned to Nintendo Insider and other trusted news sources for further updates on Ubisoft Montpellier’s progress and official announcements concerning Rayman Legends for Nintendo Wii U and additional potential platforms.
Rayman Legends serves as the highly anticipated sequel to Rayman Origins, with famed developer Michel Ancel and his team at Ubisoft Montpellier leading the project. Rayman Legends continues the beloved platforming legacy crafted by Ubisoft Montpellier, whose innovative approach to level design and animation has cemented the Rayman franchise as a cornerstone in modern 2D platformers.
The confirmation comes amidst growing anticipation for new exclusive titles on the Nintendo Wii U, Nintendo’s then-latest home console with a unique GamePad controller and HD graphics capabilities. In light of the unauthorized leak, an Ubisoft spokesperson clarified the intentions behind the now widely circulated video.
In a public statement, Ubisoft explained that the surfaced footage was never meant for public viewing and was created strictly as an internal demonstrative asset.
The video used concept images of Rayman Legends and was intended solely for Ubisoft’s production teams, who routinely prototype early versions of games on work-in-progress development kits.
Ubisoft emphasized that the video does not represent the final game, console design, or feature set expected in the retail version of Rayman Legends or the Nintendo Wii U. Michel Ancel, renowned for his innovative vision behind the Rayman series, continues to guide Ubisoft Montpellier as they develop Rayman Legends.
The previous installment, Rayman Origins, garnered critical acclaim for its distinctive art style, captivating soundtrack, and challenging yet accessible platforming mechanics.
Ubisoft’s decision to bring the sequel to the Nintendo Wii U aligns with a growing trend of third-party developers leveraging Nintendo’s hardware for creative game experiences. Since its introduction, the Nintendo Wii U aimed to expand possibilities for cross-genre innovation and multiplayer functionality, and Rayman Legends is set to capitalize on these advancements.
While Ubisoft has not announced a specific release date at this time, the confirmation of Rayman Legends’ development ensures fans of the franchise and Nintendo hardware have much to look forward to in the coming months. Stay tuned to Nintendo Insider and other trusted news sources for further updates on Ubisoft Montpellier’s progress and official announcements concerning Rayman Legends for Nintendo Wii U and additional potential platforms.
