Details for The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena

We have known for a while know that The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena was heading to the PC, PS3 and Xbox 360, but what has been a bit scarce are the actual details on the game–especially after being dropped by Activision.

Today, however, Atari and developer Starbreeze Studios have revealed a bit more about the upcoming first-person shooter which is set for a Spring 2009 release.

The newest title in the Riddick franchise is a hi–definition re-imagined version of The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher Bay, featuring an entirely new chapter in the saga with the inclusion of online multiplayer combat. The player is cast deeper into the universe depicted in the Riddick films and as you step into the shoes of our hero, you will be using stealth and action to overcome the merciless crew of the predatory Merc-ship Dark Athena which awaits its prey in the dark reaches of space. Cheating death through a series of battles and events, Riddick will fight for his life amid a storm of malevolence and horror. Mwha ha ha ha!

Game Features:

• Multiple forms of combat – Unique blend of first-person range and melee combat with stealth kills and counter-attacks
• Atmospheric and cinematic first person shooter – Great story telling in sci-fi environments handled with AAA Hollywood treatment for an immersive journey through Vin Diesel’s blockbuster universe
• Multiplayer modes – Variety of fast-paced multiplayer and online options available for the first time in the Riddick franchise
• Bonus material –Escape from Butcher Bay, considered as one of the best games of 2004, has been re-mastered and will be included along with The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena

During the Atari press conference in London yesterday, they released three new screens for the game–these can be viewed below and older ones can be obtained by visiting the game page on FileFront.

UPDATE: New trailer posted after the break.