Eidos has unveiled Highlander, a new title based in the 'universe' of the movies and TV series. Due out on PC, 360 and PS3 next year, it looks like a third-person adventure with the acrobatic undertones of Assasin's Creed. From the release:
"control an Immortal embroiled in a battle against rival Immortals in an adventure spanning over 2000 years. Explore and battle your way through epic historical locations. (NY, Pompeii, Japan and the Highlands). Featuring familiar characters from the Highlander series, stunning sword combat, epic battles and high adventure in lush, historical locations."
As well as sword fighting and leaping from buildings there are also a series of Quickening moves to remember ("Resurrection, Chi balance, Weapon Mastery and Channelling the Source"), which, to the cynical mind, might sound a little like Force powers. No word yet on a soundtrack, but surely they'll license the Queen tunes?
The announcement has been accompanied by several moody screenshots of a New York dock location. I've no idea why. There's also an official website, but it's not working. I don't think Eidos are fully with it on this one yet, but I loved the original Highlander so I'll let them off. I can also do a convincing Kurgan impersonation.
