Adventure gaming classic Zork is returning this week, Jolt Online Gaming joining forces with to create Legends of Zork, a new browser-based foray for the age-old series.

A spot of classic adventuring seems to be the order of the day, the Great Underground Empire in disarray as treasure-hunters roam the land, battling beasts, gathering loot, fighting and more.

The game will operate through LegendsofZork.com we're reliably informed, and you can learn more via this official website.

"As a complete Zork geek, I’m very proud to be releasing this title," enthuses Jolt boss Dylan Collins. "Anyone who plays MMOs will definitely like to spend some time with Legends of Zork while they’re taking a break or browsing around the web. It’s very addictive."

More on Zork's renaissance as we get it.

By Luke Guttridge