Michel Ancel has revealed that a sequel to Beyond Good & Evil is in development! Rejoice!

We couldn't be happier at N-E Headquarters. Beyond Good & Evil was one of those title that comes along out of the blue, scoops you up, and completely immerses you into its world for the duration. And then afterwards leaves you hungry for more.

Well, creator Michel Ancel (of Rayman fame) has said that more is on the way. Speaking to Jeuxvideo, he has said:

"I've been working on Beyond Good & Evil 2. We have been in production for one year, carrying out tests with a small team. At the moment, it's at the pre-production stage, Ubisoft have not officially given their agreement yet."

"We want to remain within the continuity of the first, a wide variety of game phases with many emotions in the gameplay and in the characters. This time we focus on the future of the planet, and the relationship with the animals."

So while Ubisoft haven't yet green-lit the work-in-progress title, the fact Ancel has not forgotten the project and has been working on it behind the scenes for a year is a great sign. The gaming prodigy usually has a fair say in what he can make at Ubisoft, so we've got everything crossed for an official announcement soon. And a Wii version? You betcha.

Thanks to our friend SmallBoy for the translation.

Comments

Tealovertoma Says:
May 15th, 2008 at 12:00 || Total Comments: 426

"And a Wii version? You betcha." Are we sure of this? *has seen too many games go to just the 360 and PS3*

Tealovertoma Says:
May 15th, 2008 at 12:08 || Total Comments: 426

Almost forgot to show my excitement just now: WOOOOOOO! Can't wait =D

Fatnickc Says:
May 15th, 2008 at 12:10 || Total Comments: 59

Cannot wait - BG&E was one of my favourite gameson the GameCube, and this sounds brilliant.

Swan Says:
May 15th, 2008 at 12:20 || Total Comments: 316

this is the best news i've heard in ages! i'm very excited right now, loved the first game, and anyone who saw the cliffhanger shock at the ending must have been waiting for this for ages. woo!

Mokong Says:
May 15th, 2008 at 12:28 || Total Comments: 591

OMG!!!! I better not be dreaming *smacks self across head with plank of wood* OUCH....hey I am awake, YAY. I'm almost sure the original game sold best on the Gamecube, so hopefully a Wii version for the sequel wouldn't be that farfetched, especially considering the Wii's userbase now.

Ganepark32 Says:
May 15th, 2008 at 13:43 || Total Comments: 611

^ it did sell better on the GC from what I remember. Plus, I think the controls would be a nice swaying factor for a Wii version what with the camera and such. UbiDays is on the 28th of May so we may hear a confirmation then as to the game finally getting properly developed. I hope so. Have been wanting a sequel for years since I was loaned the first game and finished it. Have never been able to get hold of a GC copy in mint condition. It's harder to find than birds teeth.

Tealovertoma Says:
May 15th, 2008 at 14:01 || Total Comments: 426

If it's not greenlit, what are the odds of a confirmation on Ubi Days? I doubt it... then again, this news is gonna spread, and other gamesites (IGN etc) will have a chance to interview Ancel there and possibly get some more details. In fact, maybe Ubi will realise (now that the news is spreading) that people reallt want a sequel, and back Ancel up before the Ubi Days.

Yori Says:
May 15th, 2008 at 14:26 || Total Comments: 36

Yes! YES YES YES! I've been waiting for this moment so long! This is fantastic. All that I can say. *wipes tear*

Tealovertoma Says:
May 15th, 2008 at 14:37 || Total Comments: 426

You know, I may just buy a 360 for this if it's not coming to Wii...

Kagato Says:
May 15th, 2008 at 16:12 || Total Comments: 683

I got the first game for the 360 but the stupid backwards compatibility dosent work on it. Is it really worth buying for the Cube? I dont know how such a game passed me by the first time.

Tphi @ N-E Says:
May 15th, 2008 at 19:14 || Total Comments: 461

It's a smaller Zelda with a touch more emphasis on story and characterisation. If you haven't experienced it, you really need to :)

Mindfreak Says:
May 16th, 2008 at 01:47 || Total Comments: 76

http://cache.kotaku.com/assets/resources/2008/05/jvscan.jpg So, only for 360 and PS3. Too bad.

Darkflame Says:
May 16th, 2008 at 05:41 || Total Comments: 1073

Its not officialy backed, so it dosnt have ANY format yet.

Damoeldiablo Says:
May 16th, 2008 at 06:08 || Total Comments: 88

Like Darkflame said, it's not concrete yet, so there's no telling what format it'll land on. So delighted to hear this though, BG&E was one of my favourite last gen games! *rushes off to dig out the GC copy and play it again*

Thatfunkysimian Says:
May 16th, 2008 at 07:08 || Total Comments: 73

oh man! i just screamed! can't wait for this game.

Tealovertoma Says:
May 17th, 2008 at 06:11 || Total Comments: 426

http://www.jeux-france.com/news27205_beyond-goodevil-2-en-chantier.html It's coming to 360 and PS3. Not Wii. Fuck.

Matty_gibbon Says:
May 17th, 2008 at 07:49 || Total Comments: 182

It sold best on GC and the majority of the GC players will now have a Wii. We know Ancel likes the Wii because of Rabbids. Plus, they are unlikely to ignore the massive install base. It really depends on what Ancel wants to do with the game, technologically, but I really wouldn't rule a Wii version out yet, no matter what people are saying at the mo.

Tealovertoma Says:
May 17th, 2008 at 08:34 || Total Comments: 426

it's not just "people" saying things; Ancel said he's developing it exclusively for the 360 and PS3.

Solitanze Says:
May 19th, 2008 at 09:02 || Total Comments: 1813

Too late...

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