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Ubisoft Was Reportedly Working On A Legend Of Zelda Spin-Off Starring Ganondorf
Kotaku • • technology
Key Points:
- Ubisoft Milan attempted to develop a Legend of Zelda spin-off game starring Ganondorf, initially pitching a new protagonist concept codenamed Goliath to Nintendo in early 2023.
- Nintendo approved the idea but requested Ganondorf be the lead character, leading Ubisoft Milan to create a prototype by November 2023 under the direction of Davide Soliani.
- Nintendo ultimately rejected the prototype for unclear reasons, causing the cancellation of the project and prompting Ubisoft to propose other games based on Nintendo IPs like Star Fox and Mario.
- Following the rejection, communication between Ubisoft and Nintendo deteriorated by early 2024, with some key Ubisoft developers leaving, potentially threatening the future of their partnership.
- Ubisoft declined to comment on the report, leaving the status of any ongoing collaboration with Nintendo uncertain.
