Announced in spring, Eidos has now confirmed that Gauntlet - a modern reworking of the classic fantasy hack 'n' slash arcade game from Midway - will be released on Nintendo DS this October.

Featuring 40 maps across three realms, Gauntlet offers Gauntlet offers Voiceover IP (VoIP) through the DS microphone, and cooperative and competitive multiplayer. The arcade style competitive multiplayer features Deathmatch, Team Deathmatch and Treasure Hoard game modes, hosted with local Nintendo Wireless play or via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection.

"With Gauntlet we've revitalised all of the action and fun of the original 1980s arcade classic, whilst updating the visuals and gameplay for today's DS gamer," said Ray Livingston, Brand Manager at Eidos. "With four-player Wi-Fi cooperative mode, one of the most memorable multiplayer gaming experiences of all time is back with a bang."

Developed by Backbone Entertainment, a division of Foundation 9 Entertainment, Gauntlet is set for release on Nintendo DS in October.