Namco Bandai to release Stark Trek movie tie in during Q1 2013

Namco Bandai has picked up the publishing rights for the new Star Trek game being developed by Digital Extremes, the same developer that brought us The Darkness II. The game is a tie in to the movie sequel to 2009′s Star Trek, which is slated to release on May 17th of 2013.

However, the game will feature a stand-alone storyline written by Marianne Krawczyk of God of War fame. Star Trek will be a co-op adventure title which places players in the shoes of Captain Kirk or Spock, and set out on “a sweeping journey of epic proportions across unexplored planets and enemy battleships with the latest 23rd century weapons and gear.”

“Working with Paramount Pictures and Digital Extremes reinforces Namco Bandai Games’ commitment of expanding its portfolio to include Triple ‘A’ Western developed games in addition to its popular and well-respected Japanese Franchises,” said Carlson Choi, the man behind marketing at Namco.

“Digital Extremes’ attention to detail, and the collaboration with Paramount Pictures and the team at Bad Robot Interactive will create an authenticity that is sure to thrill Star Trek fans and gamers alike.”

The game will be landing before the movie sometime during Q1 2013.