American McGee's Alice Preview

Electronic Arts (EA) and Spicy Horse have announced that they've signed a publishing deal for an all-new title based on EA’s 2000 classic, American McGee’s Alice. Based on a reinterpretation of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll, the original Alice game (2000) was built on the Quake III Arena engine and was a PC only title (the PS2 version was scrapped).

The new Alice game reunites EA with American McGee, the creative visionary behind the original game. The new title is in development for the PC, PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. The game is being developed as the next chapter in the tale of Alice.

“This new project is a dream come true for me and the fans who’ve kept the Alice flame alive,” said American McGee, senior creative director at Spicy Horse. “EA gave us creative latitude and support on the original game which resulted in something beautiful and daring. This trip through the looking glass promises to be even more exciting.”

The agreement is indicative of some of the new, creative agreements EA has been engaged in recently.

“EA Partners is thrilled to team up with American McGee and Spicy Horse on the next installment of the Alice franchise,” said David DeMartini, senior vice president and general manager of EA Partners. “American McGee’s interpretation of Alice was an instant classic, and EA Partners is ready to help him bring his innovative vision for the franchise to even darker, more exciting places.”

Perhaps the only thing better than a new Alice would be including a playable version of the original on the disc. Unlikely, but one has to dream.

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