Now this is really strange. The game is out a couple weeks before the film. I would imagine that as a film maker I would prefer the game to come out simultaneously with the film. Letting the game out early seems like it is going to ruin the plot surprises of the film since you might play the whole game and then not care to see the film as you already know what’s going to happy. Of course with the combined star power of De Niro and Pacino people will probably still go see it anyway. Maybe this is really just a marketing tool in disguise.

Merscom announced today’s release of Righteous Kill: The Game, inspired by the upcoming feature from Overture Films, Righteous Kill, which has a theatrical release date of September 12, 2008.

The movie stars Robert De Niro and Al Pacino as two veteran New York City detectives who are on the trail of a vigilante serial killer. Similarly, the game centers around Officer Erica Dean as she tries to determine who is killing criminals known for committing crimes against women.

Players step into the shoes of Officer Dean and, with the help of Sergeant Vasquez, make their way through 16 different crime scenes populated with more than a thousand objects. With each clue they collect and piece together, Players come closer to discovering who is responsible for the string of murders.

The first casual game based on a major theatrical release, Righteous Kill: The Game features:

•  Animated cut scenes featuring clips from the movie.
•  Voice acting throughout the entire game.
•  A beautiful and realistic visual style conveying the New York City setting.
•  Multiple mini-games bases on detective activities.

For more information on the game or to download a free demo, go to The Righteous Kill Game Site