DeadSpace Prequel “Ignition” Coming This Fall

The popular video game Dead Space 2 isn't due to hit store shelves until early next year but EA has announced that a downloadable prequel will be launching before the end of the year on both Xbox Live Arcade and the PlayStation Network. The prequel, dubbed Dead Space Ignition, will over up a very different experience compared to its retail counterpart. EA describes the game as a "comic adventure" that lets players experience the events leading up to Dead Space 2. The game is said to feature a "choose your own adventure" style narrative with multiple endings and three different arcade-style minigames. Additional content can also be unlocked such as new suits and furthermore players will have the ability to use these items in the sequel. Antony Johnston is the story writer (he previously wrote the comic book adaptations of the first game in the series).

Ignition also won't be the last Dead Space spin-off that will be seen either, as EA mentioned having other game extensions in the works in addition to Ignition as well, including a previously announced PSN version of Dead Space Extraction. "Dead Space Ignition is the first of many exciting game extensions we have planned for the launch of Dead Space 2," executive producer Steve Papoutsis said. "The interactive comic-style game will give Dead Space fans a unique perspective on the events leading up to Dead Space 2, but will also introduce the storyline to a brand-new audience of gamers." The prequel is set to hit both XBox Live and PSN this fall so keep an eye out.