Publisher Sega has released three new screenshots of the over-the-top violence extravaganza Madworld (Wii), showcasing the game's stylized black, white, and bloody visuals.

Unveiled at a press briefing last week, Madworld comes from Platinum Games, formed by ex-Capcom vets responsible for Resident Evil, Viewtiful Joe, God Hand and Okami.

Though the extreme and graphical violence takes center stage in Madworld, designer Shigenori Nishikawa says the game is to be taken in a more comical light, and was designed with Western audiences in mind.

Madworld is due for release in early 2009.

Sega has announced a four-game publishing deal with PlatinumGames, the independent studio formed by the ex-Capcom staff responsible for Resident Evil, Devil May Cry, Steel Battalion, Viewtiful Joe, and Okami.

The titles include Madworld (Wii), Infinite Line (NDS), Bayonetta (PS3, X360), and an untitled fourth game from Resident Evil creator Shinji Mikami. Be sure to check out the entire post for more media, including a Bayonetta trailer with a sultry female.

Bayonetta (PS3, X360) / 2009
Producer: Hideki Kamiya, creator of Devil May Cry
Description: "Magnificent over-the-top action taking place in stages that are a veritable theme park of exciting attractions."

Madworld (Wii) / Q1 2009
Producer: Atsushi Inaba
Description: "Irreverent humor and over-the-top violence."

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