Hamlet comes into being through digital download
With today's release of mif2000's Hamlet, gamers now have a chance to experience Shakespeare like they never have before.
In this "twisted" comic-styled adaptation of the classic drama, players control a scientist from the future who inadvertently crash lands right on top of Hamlet, just as he's about to avenge his parents' death and rescue his beloved Ophelia. Now it's up to the unassuming protagonist to step into the Danish hero's shoes in order to prevent the course of "history" (at least for him) from changing forever.
In your travels, you'll meet up with several recognizable names from the play, including Polonius, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, and the evil Claudius. You'll also encounter a numerous puzzle-based obstacles to overcome, and even some "boss" battles, requiring strategic problem-solving rather than quick reflexes.
Hamlet is currently available for download only through Alawar, the game's publisher, at a cost of $9.95 USD. A free one-hour trial demo is also available.