When Electronic Arts forayed into the horror genre with Dead Space they took a leap of faith. Now the franchise spans all consoles as well as PC computers, an animated film, comic book series and soon to be film adaptation. Director D.J. Caruso (Eagle Eye, Disturbia) is set to turn this sci-fi horror thriller into a popcorn throwing movie going experience.

As someone who loves all things horror, Dead Space was a excellent game, however a movie based off of it sounds oddly reminiscent of Event Horizon. Gamesplotation appears to be coming full court press as more studios/investors are looking to capitalize and leverage current IPs into multi-faceted franchises. I only hope the adaptation will feel fresh with loads of occult references and possible stabs at Scientology…

[Variety]

Dead Space Extraction Producer Interview c/o IGN

Still holding on to a Fall 2009 release, producer Steve Papoutsis discusses further details on Dead Space Extraction in this video interview care of IGN. He assures us there is a co-op mode where friends can instantly grab a controller and play; this leads me to speculate there will be squad based gameplay. Coupled with a high level of detail in the graphics engine and the uniqueness of Wii mechanics, Extraction will allow a more immersive first person experience than previous titles.

Steve also mentions the Dead Space as a franchise, now existing on every platform, a graphic and animated film. I’m just waiting for a fan made live action movie*.

[Joystiq]

*the last line is hinting at a comment direct to me…the only way you’ll understand is if you read them and comment yourself! :)