The successful collaboration with Ubisoft on the development of ‘Mario + Rabbids’ has opened the door for Nintendo to consider a similar approach in future projects.
According to the Games Industry website, the company is actively involved in negotiations with independent developers to expand intellectual properties.
Mario, known for his forays into different universes, has already shared the lead in games with Sonic, participated in Olympic editions and explored several collaborations.
However, rumors suggest that the Nintendo plans to go further, seeking out studios that can contribute more meaningfully to its flagship franchises.
A reference brand in the games market can be linked to others – Image: Shutterstock/MergeIdea/Reproduction
The article highlights Nintendo’s search for partners capable of working on independent games, in addition to titles that involve the company’s consolidated intellectual properties.
The identity of these brands and the studios involved still remain confidential, fueling speculation and expectations from fans.
Nintendo would thus be taking an innovative path by licensing its beloved franchises, such as Mario, Pokémon and Zelda.
This approach, if implemented, promises to inject new perspectives and experiences into the gaming universe, further captivating the public passionate about these iconic sagas.
Sony and Nintendo: an emerging partnership
The article also highlights the growing collaboration between Nintendo and Sony, not just on consoles, but now on the big screen.
The PlayStation maker is involved in the film production of ‘The Legends of Zelda’, expressing enthusiasm and commitment to the highly anticipated project.
This movement reveals that partnerships between giants in the video game industry are not limited to the world of games, as they expand to new creative horizons.
Amid these rumors and collaborations, fans eagerly await more details and official confirmation of Nintendo’s plans to explore new frontiers and further enrich the universe of video games.