A portion of a C3 interview with Matti Larsson, Zordix CEO...

Cubed3: Why the decision to develop a sequel for Wii U instead of 3DS?

Matti: 3DS is indeed a great gaming platform! We will make completely new 3DS games using what we have learned. From earlier business experience, a sequel typically takes long tail sales from a prequel on the exact same platform.

At the same time we want to realise many new ideas for Aqua Moto Racing to their full potential. Besides being on a new platform, a Wii U game gives us the opportunity to make something much bigger - HD graphics for fantastic levels and characters, the Wii U GamePad controller and enough processor power to make state of the art water simulation. I could go on and on with the advantages of the new generation TV console.

Cubed3: How do you intend on taking advantage of the Wii U GamePad controller?

Matti: A very good question! Besides split-screen together with the GamePad allowing up to 5 players, we have been working on a unique stunt mechanism and special innovative new game modes where the GamePad is at the centre. We will reveal more later and try to introduce these concepts in film clips and screens as they are implemented and tuned. In this new age of constant interaction and flow of ideas, I hope we can get some extra feedback from the gaming community as we go along.

Cubed3: Would you consider bringing any of your other 3DS franchises to Wii U?

Matti: Yes, that would be great! I think all of them would be possible. But we're very focused on bringing this title to Wii U right now in 2014.