'The Evil Dead' Invade Your iPhone and iPad
Like all the classics -- from Shakespeare to Superman -- Sam Raimi's The Evil Dead works in a variety of different media. Sure, it began as the low-budget blood orgy we all worship. But it's gone to become a stage musical, countless children's toys, and (if I win the lottery some day) a nutritious breakfast cereal. After the jump, learn about the latest incarnation of this timeless saga -- an iPhone and iPad shooter game.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, the game will "bring the gore and campy humor of the cult classic film into the digital age."
"Ghost House Pictures has partnered with Trigger Apps, part of digital marketing firm Trigger, to launch a paid iPhone and iPad game app for the film from the production label's co-founders. It is one of the early attempts at keeping fans in touch with and making additional revenue off classic movies, which some predict will become a growing business. It also can help classics find new fans."
"This is the first time we've taken an older franchise and re-created it," said Jason Yim, president of Trigger. "A lot of filmmakers we have talked to are interested in doing something similar."
"The Evil Dead app, which will be available for $2.99 for the iPhone and $4.99 for the iPad (once Apple approves it in the coming weeks), is an action-heavy 3D shooter game that allows players to take control of Bruce Campbell's character Ash to lead his group of friends to safety while fighting off evil zombies."
"'Sam, Bruce and I have always been interested in finding ways to bring our 1980's Evil Dead into the digital age,' said Tapert. 'And taking this first step with Trigger has been a great experience.'"
"The Evil Dead game's more than 30 levels are spread over two chapters. The first follows the film's story line, while the second features a new story and new enemies. The app uses the film score, as well as signature weapons from the movie."
