Nintendo confirms cross-platform play for Wii U and 3DS

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Platform holder says it is "possible" for games to interact with non-Nintendo formats

Nintendo has confirmed to Develop that developers can create Wii U and 3DS titles that will connect with rival platforms.

Earlier this week, UK developer Ripstone claimed that it was working on a title that would let Wii U owners play against smartphone users.

Now the platform holder has told Develop that not only is it possible to make cross-platform games, but that it is keen for studios to do so.

"We can confirm that cross-platform functionality is possible in certain titles that play on Nintendo 3DS and Wii U, as well as other video game systems not made by Nintendo," a spokesperson told Develop.

"We are committed to helping developers realise the full potential of their software on Nintendo systems."

Earlier this week, Microsoft's Phil Spencer hinted that cross-platform play may also be possible between Xbox One, PC and mobiles.

Posted: Oct 21, 2013 12:43 am
Related Forum: Gaming Discussion

Source: http://www.develop-online.net/news/nintendo-confirms-cross-platform-play-for-wii-u-and-3ds/0184742

Comments

KatsumiPosted: Tue. Oct 22, 2013

Third_Eye Super Smash Bros for Wii U and Super Smash Bros for 3DS being compatible would be dope. Imagine playing on a handheld in the US with somebody on a Wii U in Japan. If each version has exclusives or something, then there could be restrictions on characters and such. I'd just like to see that happen so that way we can play with a wider community.

It certainly would be pretty cool for this to occur with the new SSB game. What concerns me is the 3DS being disadvantaged in this scenario. As it is much less powerful then a console such as the Wii U

Third_EyePosted: Mon. Oct 21, 2013

Super Smash Bros for Wii U and Super Smash Bros for 3DS being compatible would be dope. Imagine playing on a handheld in the US with somebody on a Wii U in Japan. If each version has exclusives or something, then there could be restrictions on characters and such. I'd just like to see that happen so that way we can play with a wider community.

FrenzyRGPosted: Mon. Oct 21, 2013

I really don't see why everyone is hating on them atleast they are trying to make a difference.

FrenzyRGPosted: Mon. Oct 21, 2013

ImgBurn Nintendo is the worst console ever.

Sorry but nintendo is not a console mate.

FrenzyRGPosted: Mon. Oct 21, 2013

daRealRush I'm sorry, but why are they still trying! :O

maybe because they're still make money and tbh some games aren't to bad!

MaggardoPosted: Mon. Oct 21, 2013

I'm sorry, but why are they still trying! :O

MSXPosted: Mon. Oct 21, 2013

Nintendo is the worst console ever.

DinosoarPosted: Mon. Oct 21, 2013

tinypic Awesome! Playing pokemon with my friend while on a plane and he at home :D

You can play pokemon with me to because this is going to be amazing.

-CPPosted: Mon. Oct 21, 2013

This is actually pretty old "news".

DissPosted: Mon. Oct 21, 2013

Lavish I still don't think this will do any justice to increase the sale of the Wii U.
They need something a bit more of a bigger change than this to be able to boost sales.

I agree, the wii crashed a long time ago and I don't think it will recover.

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