June2017
News Ubisoft España Tweet States Beyond Good & Evil is Coming to Nintendo Switch
Will be deleted in 3,2,1...
The above trailer contains some bad language. Beyond Good & Evil 2 was an exciting reveal at the close of the Ubisoft E3 Presentation, but as it's early in development the company has been resisting confirming platforms. Whether inadvertently or not, Ubisoft España seems to have confirmed PC, PS4, Xbox One and...
News Ubisoft Boss Yves Guillemot Responds To Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle Leaks
"I want to reassure you we are not part of that"
Ubisoft's E3 press conference has gone down as one of the best in recent memory, even if the big reveal - Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle - wasn't really that much of a surprise. During the conference, Ubisoft boss Yves Guillemot was joined on stage by someone who didn't make him look tiny...
News No Really, Ubisoft Is Going To Release A New Wii Game In 2017
No prizes for guessing what it is, either
One of the least surprising elements of Ubisoft's E3 show this year was the confirmation that the Just Dance series is continuing with Just Dance 2018. Proudly billed as the best-selling music game franchise of all time, Just Dance 2018 offers more than 40 new songs as well as access to another...
Poll What Did You Think of Ubisoft's Nintendo Switch Reveals at E3 2017?
Mario + Rabbids! Starlink: Battle for Atlas! Maybe Beyond Good & Evil 2?
After a couple of brief snippets of Nintendo Switch games from third-parties in early events, the Ubisoft press conference got the system well and truly up and running at E3 2017. The French company unveiled a much-expected exclusive, a surprise new IP and also made a huge...
Gallery Have a Close Look at the Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle Figurines
Will set you back £17 or £40 in UK money
Along with today's reveal of Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle, Ubisoft unveiled a range of Collectibles through its UK site. They're not amiibo, but are simply extras that you can pick up - the collector's edition of the game includes one of the figures. We found some official pics of these for...
Gallery Feast Your Eyes on this Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle Artwork
Weapons, poses and bright colours
Ubisoft's reveal of Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle has certainly made believers of some, as we got a good look at the reimagining of Mushroom Kingdom full of the mischievous mascots. We already shared some tasty screenshots, and now we've dug out Ubisoft's promotional artwork for the game. You can see various...
Gallery Take a Look at These Tasty Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle Screenshots
Items! Battles! Worlds! Weird DK boss!
Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle is coming in August, and Ubisoft went all out in its reveal. You can learn about the fundamentals and see the trailer here, but we've been scouring the Ubisoft press site and have picked up all of the screenshots released so far. Check them out below. <screenshots...
News Ubisoft Confirms New IP, Starlink: Battle for Atlas, on Nintendo Switch
Starships were meant to fly...
At Ubisoft's E3 conference Starlink: Battle for Atlas was announced for the Nintendo Switch, with the big N's system seemingly being the lead platform. The game promises that you can "team up with star pilots", "build custom starships", "search for ancient secrets" and "outrun asteroid fields". Most interestingly it...
News Beyond Good & Evil 2 is Revealed, But Unconfirmed for Nintendo Switch
We just had a cinematic trailer
Ubisoft caused a huge stir at the end of its E3 2017 press conference by unveiling Beyond Good & Evil 2, with a visibly emotional Michel Ancel coming on stage to talk about the game. What we got, primarily, was a glitzy cinematic trailer. We were told it's set before the original game in 'System 3', before the...
News Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle Pre-Order Bonuses, Collector's Edition and More Confirmed
Includes soundtrack, collector's cards and figurine
The unveiling of Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle showed how serious Ubisoft is about the game, and now it's also unveiled pre-order incentives, a collector's edition and standalone figurines. The Ubisoft UK store has all sorts of listings. First of all, pre-orders will get some additional weapon...
News Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle Unveiled by Ubisoft at E3 2017
Exploration, turn-based strategy at the core of the experience
It's been the worst-kept secret in quite some time, but Ubisoft finally formally lifted the lid on Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle during its E3 press conference. The previous extensive leaks were, as expected, on the money - Ubisoft has no doubt been hunting moles for a number of weeks...
Watch Ubisoft's E3 2017 Press Conference Live Stream!
Maybe Mario will make an appearance...
In past years we've shown Ubisoft press conferences to joke about Just Dance and bask in the madness of it all, but with the Switch we're now on the lookout for a certain Rabbids / Mario crossover, Steep, Rayman Legends: Definitive Edition and (sigh) Monopoly. It should be entertaining, in one way or another...
News Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle Listing Pops Up on Walmart Ahead of E3 Press Conference
Well of course...
If Ubisoft has any self awareness. a prospective reveal of Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle will be accompanied by self-deprecating remarks around the company's inability to keep secrets. With the Ubisoft Press Conference around the corner a listing has popped up on Walmart for a 'Day 1 Edition'. You can see a screengrab below, with...
Rumour Image Of Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle amiibo Surfaces Online
We're not convinced...
We've seen plenty of rumours relating to Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle for the Switch, one of which noted the production of amiibo figures for use in the game. An image has now surfaced online which shows four Rabbids dressed as Luigi, Mario, Peach and Yoshi, each holding a weapon. The warning text which ha
Video Ubisoft Unleashes Its E3 Teaser Trailer
Also makes fun of itself, to be fair
For those of us that are gluttons for punishment, the Ubisoft E3 press conference is a vital part of the LA festivities. We can joke about Just Dance, marvel at the awkward moments, and wait for slightly worrying crossovers to be formally revealed. This year it's happening on 12th June at 1pm Pacific / 4pm...
May2017
News Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle Has Been Rated in Brazil
What a mystery this is
Perhaps one of the worst kept secrets in the industry right now is the existence of Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle, an upcoming crossover RPG which has been known in one way or another for months now. After a recent leak which showed off a bunch of official artwork for the game, its existence is in little doubt, though...
News Ubisoft Confirms It Has An Unannounced Nintendo Switch Game in Development
Waaaaaah, what could it be?
Ubisoft has been revealing its annual financial results and, to the surprise of no-one, it's doing rather well. Its operating income was up, and its 'service' online multiplayer-led games - such as The Division, Rainbow Six: Siege and For Honor - have generally turned a profit. The company also...
April2017
Rumour Super Mario/Rabbids Crossover Still in Works for Nintendo Switch
Expected for an E3 announcement?
Remember before the Switch launched and there were rumours of Ubisoft releasing a Mario/Rabbids crossover for the system? Well its surfaced again from known Nintendo leaker Emily Rogers, who has given more details on the supposed 2017 game. In her latest blog post, she responds to a reader question about the...
Rumour Vivendi To "Accelerate Expansion" In Video Games, Ubisoft The Main Target
French giant looking to turn around recent poor results
French media company Vivendi is looking to make some key acquisitions this year to combat investor concerns regarding its recent mixed results, poor share performance and general lack of long-term strategy, according to sources which have spoken to news site Reuters. These sources claim that...
News Rayman 3 and Rayman Advance Arrive on the North American Wii U VC Tomorrow
Yes, it's still kicking
When it comes to the Nintendo Switch, the Virtual Console is still largely a big question mark. We do know that a retro game will be given out each month with Nintendo's upcoming paid online service, but beyond that, details around the Switch Virtual Console have been quite scarce. Fortunately, the Wii U and 3DS VC's are...
News Rayman Legends Will Support Co-Op Across Two Separate Nintendo Switch Systems
Kung Foot mode also expanded
When it comes to 2D platformers on the Wii U and determining the best in class, Rayman Legends is undoubtedly in the conversation. Smooth, gorgeous and a lot of fun, it was a high point on the system and is still a delight to play. We're rather looking forward to its arrival on Nintendo Switch, then, in the predictable...
News Monopoly Coming To Nintendo Switch With HD Rumble Dice Rolling
Pass go and collect $200
In last night's Nintendo Direct it was revealed that Ubisoft would be bringing the classic board game Monopoly to Nintendo Switch, it will go on sale in Autumn/Fall. You can of course play at home on the TV screen or on-the-go in tabletop mode. The game makes good use of the Joy-Con capabilities and players can feel the...
March2017
News Ubisoft Wants Your Input On Future Nintendo Switch Software Support
"Ubisoft would love to hear your thoughts"
Ubisoft went big on the launch of both the Wii and Wii U, creating unique IP especially for the release of each system. However, despite making all the right noises, the French company has taken a somewhat restrained approach with the Switch; Just Dance 2017 was a non-exclusive launch title and Ubisoft's...
News South Park: Fractured But Whole Not Coming To Switch, Despite Apparent Twitter Tease
Screw you guys, I'm going home
South Park has a long history with Nintendo. The first licensed video game based on the cult TV show was for the Nintendo 64, and several sequels also appeared on the console. However, in recent years the franchise has remained off-limits for Nintendo fans, which is perhaps why the following tweet got people so...
February2017
News Nintendo Switch Version Of For Honor Out Of The Question Right Now
"It's not something that we're focused on"
For Honor is a rare thing - a Triple-A blockbuster that isn't based on an existing IP. Built around melee-heavy combat and pulling in elements from European and Eastern history, the game is currently headed towards PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC - but it's unlikely that we'll see it come to the Nintendo...