Ender's Game Adaptation On The Cards News

Newsweek today received the snoop on a forthcoming videogame adaptation of Orson Scott Card's beloved literary classic, Ender's Game.

Currently in development at Chair Entertainment Group, previously responsible for the Xbox Live Arcade title Undertow, the adaptation will be based squarely around the book's strongest section with the 'Battle Room'. Card went over the intrinsic details of three-dimensional combat within these sections, so we're hoping it will provide the basis for an exciting videogame.

The agreement covers all next-generation platforms, handhelds, and PC, with the first offering expected as a digital download exclusive.

"I have been a huge fan of Ender's Game since I was ten years old, so it is a true honor for our team to be entrusted with creating the first video game inspired by this classic story," said Donald Mustard, creative director at Chair Entertainment Group. "Our goal is to create an authentic Ender's Game experience that delivers awesome gameplay and can be enjoyed by both longtime fans and gamers new to the series."

"From the moment I started working with Donald Mustard and his team at Chair, I knew that these were the guys I wanted to do the first Ender's Game video game," said Orson Scott Card. "It's not enough to slap the Ender's Game name on just any game--it has to be exciting, memorable, and endlessly replayable. Chair shares my understanding of this and I am looking forward to working with them to ensure the game is as authentically Enderish as possible."