Game developer Slightly Mad Studios has officially cancelled the Wii U version of "Project CARS." According to their statement to gaming outlet Nintendo Life, the game is simply "too much" for the Wii U to handle. Ian Bell, head of the studio, also explained that they are waiting for Nintendo to make announcements for further hardware, which could be the NX.
An update was later given by Bandai Namco, the game's publisher. According to a report from IGN, the representative from Bandai Namco stated that the Wii U version of the game has indeed been cancelled because the project could not meet their intended version of "Project CARS" for the Wii-U. The representative also reiterated that the company is waiting for Nintendo to announce an update on future hardware where the game could continue development.
"We eagerly look forward to any announcement of further hardware from Nintendo but right now 'Project CARS' is simply too much for Wii U despite our very best efforts," the representative explained.
If Nintendo pushes forward with the NX, it is very likely that "Project CARS" will be developed for that system instead when the time comes.
According to a report from Polygon, "Project CARS" was crowd-funded but not via Kickstarter. The report also says that a Wii U edition was never promised and was always tacked on as a possible option if it is deemed possible.
The website further points out that Bell previously stated on the game's forum that the team was already experiencing difficulties on the Wii U version of the game. At the time, he confirmed that they could run "Project CARS" at 23 frames per second at 720p resolutions but not beyond.
"Project CARS" was released last May 12 for the PC, PS4, and Xbox One. A sequel has been announced and the team is currently looking to raise $10.7 million to develop the title.
