Ubisoft's Marc Parenteau talked briefly about Assassin's Creed at a joint press conference with Nintendo today. While he couldn't confirm if the title would be a new title made exclusively for the Wii U, or a port, he did note that the current engine translates very well to Nintendo's new platform.

Speaking about the unique Wii U controller, Parenteau noted that there were "many possibilities" for the additional screen, including a persistent on-screen map, the ability to switch weapons using touch, an interactive database, and puzzles specific to the touch screen. Even Eagle Vision may be placed on the second screen. Read more »

Ubisoft released a heaping helping of Assassin's Creed Revelations today, including screens, and even a new trailer. Today's announcement reiterates some earlier information, like the fact that you can play as both Ezio and Altair as you explore Constantinople, and the wide cast of characters in the game. Read more »