Konami announced that Saw is being developed for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC by Zombie Studios. According to Konami, Saw will try to expand the survival horror genre by placing the players against Jigsaw, his brutal traps and the mind bending puzzles that have become synonymous with the film franchise.

David Daniels, Director of Marketing for Konami:

“Konami, partnering with Lionsgate and Twisted Pictures to create Saw was a very organic synergy. As the leader in the survival horror genre, it only made sense to align with one of cinema’s most iconic horror franchises to create an entirely new survival horror experience.”

Aubrey McClure, Vice President, Promotions and Licensing for Lionsgate:

“We are always looking for exciting opportunities to extend the Saw experience beyond the theater. Partnering with Konami, the creators of the survival horror genre, to bring Jigsaw to the video game console was great way to accomplish that.”

Producers Mark Burg and Oren Koules of Twisted Pictures:

“Through the years, it has been important to us to consistently find new ways to engage and thrill horror audiences, this game is the next step, transporting fans directly into Jigsaw’s labyrinth.”

Saw will be released in North America this fall.

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