Carmageddon: Reincarnation announced, to release in 2012

Stainless games has confirmed that Carmageddon: Reincarnation will release as a downloadable title in 2012.

A new Carmageddon title, known as Carmageddon: Reincarnation is in development by Stainless Steel games and will be releasing as a downloadable title in 2012.

The IP has been bought back by Stainless Steel from Square Enix, these guys had previously made the original Carmageddon title and it’s sequel for PC.

The game’s said to be in its early development stages and will only release as a download. No platforms have been confirmed yet, but our bet is it’ll be releasing on XBL, PSN and PC (Steam and other DD services).

The developer is “actively seeking a partner with whom to move the project on to full production.”

“Carmageddon has returned to its Indie developer roots, and the time is right to bring the game to a new audience,” said Patrick Buckland, Stainless co-founder and CEO.

“Originally an ambitious title that tested the hardware limits of its day, we’re excited that the game will finally get the showcase it deserves on today’s platforms.”

Co-founder Neil Barnden added:

“Carmageddon: Reincarnation will feature the same black humour and comic violence that made the original game such a success.

“All the laughs, the crazy power-ups, and extreme destruction will return. We will make sure the existing fans get what they want and expect from a Carmageddon game, and a new generation discovers the delights of sliding into a Cunning Stunt.”

Check out the game’s site if you want to follow the developments of the game.