Criterion was approached to make a launch F-Zero U (UPDATE: It was just an e-mail)

[fleischr]

That's really interesting! I wish there could have been more flexibility about release timing so it could have happened.

On a side note, Criterion's Need for Speed: Most Wanted on WiiU is really an outstanding port of the game. Better textures, extensive GamePad use. It even has awesome motion controls if you want to try that too. Definitely worth picking up on your WiiU for a unique racing experience -- especially if you're jaded about the Project Cars thing