GamesRadar - LostWinds - WiiWare

LostWinds won't be ported "just for the sake of it" (News)

Sep 30, 2009

TVGB: "Those hoping to see one of the Wii's most popular WiiWare titles, the enchanting LostWinds and its upcoming sequel LostWinds: Winter of the Melodias, on the Xbox 360 and/or PlayStation 3 once their respective motion controllers launch next year may have to be disappointed."

Could LostWinds come to 360 and PS3? (News)

Sep 17, 2009

UK developer Frontier will "look at" Microsoft and Sony's upcoming motion sensing technologies for opportunities to bring WiiWare platforming puzzler LostWinds to the Xbox 360 and PS3.

Speaking to VideoGamer.com this week at a Nintendo press event in London, Frontier chief and Elite co-creator David Braben said that "as control methods are changing, opportunities may also change".

LostWinds: Winter of the Melodias Preview In EDGE (News)

Aug 29, 2009

N-Europe writes: "The sequel to the breathtaking WiiWare launch title LostWinds has been named, and is featured in the latest issue of EDGE."

LostWinds Dev's Growth Milestone (News)

Dec 22, 2008

Edge writes: "Not everyone's losing their jobs. Cambridge, U.K.-based independent developer Frontier Developments now employs 200 people, the studio announced Friday.

"Although we already have 200 talented development professionals here, we are still hiring for all aspects of games and technology development." said chairman and founder David Braben."

Square Enix Releasing Lost Winds in Japan (News)

Nov 14, 2008

Hot on the heels of the recent announcement of its tie-up with a North American developer for the development of a new real time strategy game, Square Enix announced today another western tie-up. The company will be releasing Frontier Developments' WiiWare platformer Lost Winds to the Japanese market.

No LostWinds for Live and PSN, but Frontier "will be supporting" the services (News)

Aug 8, 2008

Speaking to VG247 at Develop, Frontier's David Braben confirmed that there are no plans in place to bring WiiWare smash LostWinds to either Live or PSN, but that the UK developer has other plans for downloadable 360 and PS3 content.

Braben: We'd be "stupid" not to look at more LostWinds (News)

Aug 5, 2008

Frontier's David Braben's told VG247 that the developer would be "stupid" to not look at making more LostWinds games.

UK developer: Game degrees 'a waste of time' (News)

Jun 23, 2008

David Braben has slammed British gaming degrees, claiming that developers are finding it increasingly hard to find UK graduates looking to enter the industry.

"95% of video gaming degrees are simply not fit for purpose," Braben told the BBC. "Without some sort of common standard, like Skillset accreditation, these degrees are a waste of time for all concerned."

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LostWinds blows away WiiWare rivals in Europe (News)

Jun 17, 2008

GamesIndustry.biz writes: "Nintendo of Europe has revealed that Frontier Developments' LostWinds is the current most-downloaded title from WiiWare in Europe - followed by Gameloft's TV Show King and Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: My Life As A King from Square Enix.

European marketing boss Laurent Fischer revealed the early top-sellers during an exclusive interview with GamesIndustry.biz, where he talked up the potential of the firm's new games download service.

He said: "We're not communicating on precise figures - this is confidential - but LostWinds has the highest download level in Europe. And then you have the other titles which come close by, like TV Show King and of course Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles."

WiiWare, which launched in Europe on May 20th, is Nintendo's response to Microsoft's Xbox Live Arcade service, and Sony's PlayStation Network, and Fischer said initial activity had been "encouraging"."

Frontier pleased with "exceptional" LostWinds success (News)

May 20, 2008

On the day that Nintendo's WiiWare service launches across Europe, developer of LostWinds David Braben has told GamesIndustry.biz of the "exceptional" response the game has received only a week after it went live in the US.

First unveiled at GDC 2008, LostWinds has been a launch title on both sides of the Atlantic, and Braben is confident the title will do just as well across PAL regions as it has in North America.

"'Pleased' is an understatement," he said of the reaction from critics and fans.

"The reaction has been exceptional - from both reviewers, which is very pleasing, and also the user reviews are extremely high Â¿ we've also had very many people who have taken the time to email us directly with their entirely positive feedback, which is very appreciated," commented Braben, boss of Cambridge-based studio Frontier Developments.

Interview: Frontier's David Braben on LostWinds and WiiWare (Feature)

May 20, 2008

With LostWinds, Frontier Developments have single-handedly ensured a successful launch for WiiWare and made one of the best Wii games of the year to boot. We talked to company boss and industry legend David Braben about designing for the Nintendo hardcore and why the Wii really could turn out to be a haven of creative freedom after all. ...

LostWinds (Review)

May 19, 2008

You may consider it strange for us to tell you that a small, downloadable 2D game is one of the most significant Wii releases of the year so far. And a strange statement it may well be, but it's also completely true. LostWinds is a game you need to own. ...

First WiiWare sequel in development (News)

May 14, 2008

Frontier Developments is already working on a sequel to its WiiWare game LostWinds, despite it only being on sale in the US for just one day.

"Click here to REGISTER FOR ADVANCE INFORMATION on Frontier's forthcoming LostWinds sequel containing amazing new gameplay as Toku and Enril's incredible adventure to save Mistralis continues", reads a blurb advertising a newsletter on the company's website.

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LostWinds sequel planned (News)

May 13, 2008

This bit of information can be found on Frontier's LostWinds pageÂ¿

"Click here to register for advance information on Frontier's forthcoming LostWinds sequel containing amazing new gameplay as Toku and Enril's incredible adventure to save Mistralis continuesÂ¿"

Wow, that was quick, wasn't it? It's great to know that a sequel is in the works, and that Frontier has enough confidence in the first game to begin developing a sequel.

WiiWare Mondays Begin: Nintendo WiiWare Games Launch Today (News)

May 12, 2008

See the announced WiiWare games launching today and details on the WiiWare service.

From Nintendo: "Starting today, Wii owners with an Internet connection can download new, creative games from a wide range of developers, from large publishers to indie shops. By reducing the barriers that make console game development prohibitively expensive, WiiWare showcases original ideas in the most democratic environment in industry history, connecting the people who make games more directly with the people who play them."

LostWinds - WiiWare (Screenshots)

May 12, 2008

LostWinds - WiiWare (Preview)

Apr 18, 2008

While the Wii certainly has its fair share of Anubis II and Rock 'N' Roll Adventures dross, it’s also got brilliantly innovative games coming for the price of a couple of pints; games such as Frontier Developments’ stunning-looking LostWinds. It’s possible it’ll launch along with WiiWare, although no official release date has been set. ...

Five Surprises At Nintendo's Media Summit: Nintendo-Less WiiWare, Pot Shot At EA And More (News)

Apr 15, 2008

From the two days that MTV Multiplayer spent with Nintendo, here were their five key takeaways:

1. Rock Band on Wii proved extremely popular.
2. No first-party WiiWare titles on display.
3. Lost Winds was the media's WiiWare favorite.
4. The guys behind World of Goo aren't fans of Electronic Arts.
5. Boom Blox is way better than you think.

Lost Winds - Trailer (Video)

Apr 15, 2008

The story sounds familiar - boy out to save home with power of [insert magical object here] from evil [dragon/monster/sorcerer] - but the graphics look mighty ambitious for a WiiWare title. Maybe they'll surprise us.

David Braben describes "beautiful" LostWinds (News)

Feb 20, 2008

VG247 spoke to LostWinds creator David Braben about his WiiWare launch title, including information on its "beautiful" style and its unique control method.

WiiWare Game LostWinds Announced (News)

Feb 20, 2008

Frontier Developments, the studio behind games such as RollerCoaster Tycoon 3 and Thrillville, has announced that it is developing and publishing a WiiWare game titled LostWinds.

In LostWinds you use the Wii remote to control Enril the wind spirit, using your elemental powers to guide a young boy Toku through the fantasy world of Mistralis. The place is under a curse, and Toku is the only one who can lift it.

Elite maker unveils WiiWare title (News)

Feb 20, 2008

Frontier Developments, founded by Elite co-writer David Braben, is developing a brand new game for WiiWare called Lost Winds. Check out the first screens here. ...