- Based on PC VERSION of game

- took a break after 360 etc. version was done- came back with a small Wii U team- more RAM in the Wii U -> PC textures and assets – lighting and draw distances better

- Criterion read Iwata Asks of shared experiences and philosophy of Wii U

- Miiverse support with Autolog

- Wii U demo up Eshop

- God Mode Wii U GamePad (drifting, getting stuck, make it easier in police chases/change from day to night at tap game pad)

- Off TV Play

- Mii support in game (mii appearing on billboards)

(Wii mote/nunchuck/wheel support/pro controller already confirmed months ago)

- Started after break in September 2012 from other versions, due to finish in few weeks with minor fixes

- Due end of March