[b]Take-Two Interactive Software[/b] and [b]Warner Brothers Interactive Entertainment[/b] has announced the release of the [i]Charlie and the Chocolate Factory[/i] videogame. This video game, inspired by Tim Burtons? vision of the classic book by Roald Dahl, lets you take control and embark on an adventure exploring the many extraordinary environments of the factory, including some elements from the book that do not appear in the film.

?Basing a game on this extraordinary Tim Burton film and having this remarkable lineup of talent extend their roles into the [i]Charlie and the Chocolate Factory[/i] videogame will greatly enhance the players’ overall experience,” said Philippe Erwin, Vice President of Production for [b]Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment[/b]. “Players can engage in their favorite film scenes, which are further expanded inside the game with hours of gameplay.”

Rated ?E? for Everyone, the [i]Charlie and the Chocolate Factory[/i] video game is available now for PS2, Xbox, GBA, and will be available for the Nintendo Gamecube later next week.