Digital Extremes and Bandai Namco have announced that Star Trek: The Video Game will release on April 23, 2013 for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Microsoft Windows PC. The new game will feature an original storyline and Kirk and Spock as playable characters.
Here is the game's official synopsis:
"For the first time ever, game players will get to play as two of the greatest science-fiction heroes ever -- Kirk and Spock - in the award-winning STAR TREK, a completely original co-op experience that expands the Star Trek universe even further. Set in the 23rd Century world of the massively popular Star Trek reboot, this cover-based shooter immerses players in a rich, original story and action-packed combat.
Developed by acclaimed Ontario-based Digital Extremes (Bioshock 2, Dark Sector, The Darkness 2), Star Trek features an original story by BAFTA Award-winning God of War writer Marianne Krawczyk, who created an all-new story."
Here is a look at the game's features:
AUTHENTIC TREK UNIVERSE
- MEET THE CREW - The 2009 Star Trek film cast contributes their voices for the game, including Chris Pine as Kirk and Zachary Quinto as Spock.
- EXPERIENCE AN ALL-NEW STORY - Set after the events of the 2009 theatrical hit, STAR TREK continues the sweeping journey through the new universe with a completely original story.
- EXPLORE THE UNIVERSE - Uncover new areas of the U.S.S. Enterprise, explore never-before-seen sectors throughout the galaxy including exotic planets, treacherous jungles, remote space stations, and venture onto New Vulcan.
KIRK/SPOCK ASYMMETRICAL CO-OP PLAY
- ULTIMATE CO-OP - Built from the ground up as a co-op experience, Star Trek packs two different gameplay styles and unique character abilities into one game. The result: the most fully realized co-op experience of this console generation.
- KIRK AND SPOCK REBORN - Play for the first time as two of the greatest science-fiction heroes ever. With the fate of the galaxy on the line, players must rely on each other to create a kick-ass team.
EPIC ACTION ADVENTURE
- THE GORN RETURN - Determined to conquer the galaxy, the Gorn return as re-imagined versions of the classic Star Trek villains, infecting their foes with venom that can poison, cause hallucinations, and even kill. Ranging in size and abilities, the Gorn seed mayhem and destruction as they decimate populations and ravage planets.
- SCOPE AND VARIETY - Authentic set pieces and ever-changing gameplay underscore the amazing STAR TREK adventure. Hijack enemy battleships, jump precariously through zero-G onto moving spaceships, and swim through subterranean waterways.
- 23rd CENTURY WEAPONS - Employ a wide variety of weapons and gear, that put you in complete control of a huge array of 23rd Century technology, including unique signature weapons for Kirk and Spock. Combined with your character's special skills, every encounter and every no-win situation turns out differently based on who, what and how you play.
Are you excited about the new game? Who is better Captain Kirk or Captain Picard? Tell us what you think in the comment section and check out the game's official trailer below. Star Trek: The Video Game made our list of games we can't wait to play next year. Check out the rest of the list here.