Atlus and Frozenbyte have announced details of their puzzle-platform sequel Trine 2.

As well as expanding on the three-way solo play that enchanted gamers the first time round Trine 2 will allow friends to get in on the with three-player co-operative play.

Atlus' Aram Jabbari explains: "The Trine series is a bastion of pure gaming fun. Expanding upon what was considered one of the best cooperative experiences in recent memory, Trine 2 introduces online cooperative support for up to three players, dramatically expanding the fun and appeal of the game's spectacularly rich action platforming. In addition, the unique traits and abilities of the three character types in Trine 2 mean more now than ever before, with enhanced skill trees and progression ensuring perfect balance. As a result, the game's new arsenal of thrilling physics-based puzzles delivers just as much challenge and satisfaction for a sole player as for three friends playing together."

Trine 2 is headed to digital distribution platforms in spring 2011.

By Ewan Aiton