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Doctor Who gets VR treatment from Maze Theory

Video game will feature voice of Jodie Whittaker and arrive in September.

A new cinematic feature length Doctor Who VR video game is launching this September.

The new continues something of a landmark year for the brand in digital entertainment, following on from the recent reveal of animated VR experience, The Runway.

Published by PlayStack and developed by Maze Theory, Doctor Who: The Edge Of Time will transport fans into a world of aliens, mystery and wonder, letting them embark on a new and fully-interactive adventure, inspired by the show’s 55-year history and starring the Doctor’s current incarnation, played by Jodie Whittaker.

Armed with the Sonic Screwdriver, players will attempt to solve mind-bending puzzles, grapple with classic monsters, face the infamous Daleks, plus some new never before seen monsters.

The game will launch on PlayStation VR, Oculus Rift, Oculus HTC Vive and Vive Cosmos in September.

“VR is the perfect home for a truly immersive Doctor Who adventure,” said Bradley Crooks, head of digital entertainment and games for BBC Studios. “Fans and newcomers alike will be able experience the universe of Doctor Who like never before, working with the Doctor and facing enemies new and old.

“Gaming is a key part of the future of Doctor Who and allows us to tell new and exciting stories beyond the TV screen.”

Marcus Moresby, creative director at Maze Theory, added: “Doctor Who is an incredibly exciting and timeless franchise with a passionate and committed global fan base.

“We are looking to give them an entirely new experience; an opportunity to team-up with the Doctor and feel like they are in the show. This, of course, includes piloting the TARDIS, a dream come true for fans.”

PlayStack ceo, Harvey Elliott, continued: “Virtual Reality is unmatched in its ability to transport people to far flung worlds. PlayStack has always seen this as the central promise of the technology, and for us there’s no better place to take players than the iconic, eccentric, and deeply fascinating world of Doctor Who.”

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