In development for the Sony PlayStation 2 (as well as the Nintendo Wii and Nintendo DS), Sierra Entertainment has today announced a videogame based on the latest ‘The Mummy’ film, subtitled Tomb of the Dragon Emperor.

A third-person action-adventure, in The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor, players will take on the roles of Rick O’Connell and his son, Alex, following their journey across some of the planet’s most exotic (though dangerous) locations.

Sierra Entertainment is promising seamless play between weapon and hand-to-hand combat, tricky puzzles, and a variety of “bone-chilling” enemies.

“Sierra Entertainment is pleased to partner with Universal to deliver an exciting extension to this popular film franchise,” said Al Simone, senior vice president, Global Marketing, Sierra Entertainment. “Developed in collaboration with the film’s creative talent, The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor video game will add another opportunity for players to experience the thrill and excitement of this adventure favourite.”

“The Mummy is one of the most distinctive and expansive franchises in Universal’s portfolio, and there is inherent gameplay in the property,” said Bill Kispert, Vice President and General Manager, Interactive, Universal Pictures Digital Platforms Group. “The new film amps up the action, introduces a ruthless new villain and takes our heroes to incredible new locations. We are thrilled to bring all these attributes to life in this game.”

The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor launches in the UK on August 08.