The 2D action game Shank takes place in a stylized, modern-Western setting, telling a classic betrayal story directed through a sophisticated cinematic lens, with addictive action gameplay found in classic 2D side-scrolling games. Players are invited to let loose with multiple weapons and rack up the kills with an exciting and free flowing combo system. Rip through the ranks of a legion of gang members to compete against friends on Shank's online leaderboards. The game features a captivating art style inspired by golden age comics and graphic novels, blending classic intense 2D action with a mature and gripping storyline written by Marianne Krawczyk (God of War). Shank is developed by Klei Entertainment and it will be released this summer under Electronic Arts' EA Partners label for the PC, PlayStation Network and Xbox LIVE Arcade.