The fact that Dead Island: Riptide isn’t heading to Wii U has nothing to do with the game’s engine.
Creative producer Alexander Toplansky suggested last week that the team would have required to build the engine for Nintendo’s platform for a port to happen. But as it turns out, Riptide’s omission on Wii U is not at all related to the project’s tech.
International brand manager Blazej Krakowiak has since clarified that Wii U can run the Chrome Engine “without any problem”, and it has been working on the console since last year.
“Chrome Engine runs on Wii U without any problem. We tested and confirmed that long time ago, back in 2012. While it’s true that Nintendo’s latest console would be a new platform for us, there were simply no plans to develop a Wii U version but that decision has nothing to do with a need to rewrite our engine.”
When pressed again, Krakowiak would only say that the decision is “up to Deep Silver to discuss if they so choose”.
Wii U sold a disappointing 35,000 units in the UK for the month of January. Things weren’t any better in February – sales were worse, actually.
The latest data shows that Wii U sales stood at 25,000 units last month. Revenue also dipped from £1.2mm to £0.8mm. Year-to-date Wii U sales are now at 60,000 units and £2.0mm in revenue.
Amazingly enough, the Wii was Nintendo’s best-performing system in the UK for February, beating out the DS and even the 3DS.
Here’s a roundup of units sold and revenue stats:
Units
Wii – 125K
NDS – 110K
3DS – 90K
Revenue
Wii – £2.3mm
NDS – £1.7mm
3DS – £2.3mm
Capcom has revealed new details about the console version of Resident Evil: Revelations.
The company has first confirmed that Rachel will be playable in Raid Mode. Those attending PAX East will be able to take on the role of the character as well as Hulk at PAX East this week.
Also introduced are two new enemies: the Wall Blister along with “a surprise new creature that appears in Raid Mode once players have reached a certain level.”
On Wii U, gamers can access the game’s map and weapons directly on the GamePad while playing with a television. Users can also choose to play off-TV or with a Wii U Pro Controller.
And last but not least, Capcom has outlined how it plans to take advantage of Wii U’s Miiverse features:
“Wii U players will get further exclusives through the Miiverse feature. Players can post a dying message from the Game Over screen for other players around the world to see and you can taunt your friends with the ‘Creatures Voice’ function, allowing enemies in Raid Mode to have their thoughts personalised.”
Source: Capcom PR
SAN MATEO, Calif. — March 19, 2013 — Capcom, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, confirmed that Monster Hunter™ 3 Ultimate is available to purchase today in North America and on March 22 across Europe for the Wii U™ system and Nintendo 3DS™. Both versions are available to purchase at retail and also as a digital download in the Nintendo eShop.
In Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate, players take on the role of a hunter and are sent to explore a settlement within the Monster Hunter™ universe, completing quests on their journey to seek and slay monsters while improving their skills and earning equipment upgrades. With an additional 38 monsters since the release of Monster Hunter™ Tri, extra stages, hundreds of additional quests and thousands of new pieces of equipment, Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate is the most expansive offering of the series to date.
Ashes Cricket is coming to Wii U in just a few months, as well as the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC. 505 will publish the game this summer.
Fans of the sport can expect the following from Ashes Cricket:
Whether playing on X360, PS3, Wii U or PC, dynamic game play adds variety to each match. Players will have to adapt to varying and altering pitches; whether it’s a green seaming wicket or deteriorating fifth day pitch susceptible to spin and bounce. Weather forecasts will also change, altering the course of the match; overcast conditions will be more conducive to swing, while sunny days are a batsman’s paradise.
ASHES CRICKET 2013 includes a brand new game engine creating a truly authentic gaming experience. Batsmen have 360 degree control over shot placement, requiring impeccable placement and timing to build an innings. A new line and length bowling system gives bowlers the tools to set plans for batsmen throughout a day’s play and players have complete freedom to set a field of their choice. For those who prefer to be led however, there are options for intelligent automatic field placement.
Connoisseurs of the game will be able to play the complete 2013 Investec Ashes Series, with official England and Australia teams, however those more interested in the short form of the game can take on the rest of the world in limited overs tournaments and leagues.
Source: 505 Games PR
Best Buy’s “Deal of the Day” is none other than Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance. Up until 1 AM ET, you can purchase Square Enix’s RPG for $19.99.
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