E3 2011 Confusion Ubisoft Confirms Wii U is New Console Not Controller

So, first out of the blocks for the mysterious WiiU (is it a controller, or a platform, or a controller or all three) is Ubisoft.

The press release says:

"Ubisoft announced some of the titles that it has in development for Nintendo’s Wii U: Assassin’s Creed, Rabbids and Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Online, as well as two new brands including a revolutionary first person shooter for the hardcore audience being developed exclusively for Nintendo Wii U and a multi-sports game for the whole family."

Also, however, in the release is the FACT that, Yves Guillemot, chief executive officer at Ubisoft states, “This new console is an amazing new source of inspiration for our developers. With the combination of technologies brought together by this console, our creative teams will be able to take the Ubisoft vision of developing rich, immersive and innovative gaming experiences for all audiences even further.”

Guillemot was also echoing what EA CEO John Riccitiello said on-stage at Ninty's E3 press event.

For its part Nintendo has called Wii U a 'new platform' and a 'new controller'. Confusion reigns.

Read the full press release here.