Brash Entertainment has announced the development of The Tale of Despereaux, a game based on Universal Pictures' animated adventure of a couragous mouse who is banished to the dungeon for speaking with a human.

The game will follow and extend the film's storyline in adventures spanning from the magical kitchen and rooms of the castle to the dark dungeons of the rat lairs. An introductory training mode, mouse-centric unique abilities, and upgradeable skills and objects will help Despereaux face off against a multitude of animal enemies and human foes on his quest to save Princess Pea.

"Whether charmed by the book or newly introduced to the characters via the film, children of all ages can expand on their love for Despereaux with this title," said Mitch Davis, co-founder, chairman and CEO of Brash Entertainment. "We're excited and proud to be translating this classic into an exciting, engaging and enriching game."

The Tale of Despereaux will be available for the Xbox 360, PS2, Wii, and PC, and is set to scurry onto shelves this winter.