If you know your serial killer history then you probably know that Jack the Ripper is the first recorder serial killer of all times. His murderous rampage in Whitechapel, London in the 19th century is as popular and chilling today as it was then. The fact that he was never identified only adds to the thrill of the grim tale.

Visceral Games of EA is apparently taking advantage of this popularity by creating a videogame based on the infamous murderer. Aptly, the game will be called simply The Ripper. However, the game will be putting a new spin on things. Most people probably know Jack the Ripper as a psychopathic maniac but don’t worry, you won’t be slashing up aging prostitutes in the game. In The Ripper, Jack will actually be transformed into one of the good guys. At least, that’s what sources say for now.

According to reports, Jack will be preying on evil supernatural creatures like vampires, monsters and demons. And knowing Visceral Games, it’s certain that these creatures will be one-of-a-kind graphic creations. Just think back to Dante’s Inferno and Dead Space. Jack the Ripper will also have a variety of weapons to help him out. Word has it that he will even have the ability to slow down or pause time.

For now, the game remains as mysterious as the legend that it was adapted from. All we know is that it will be downloadable in Playstation and Xbox Live.

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