Take-Two Interactive Software recently announced that Charlie and the Chocolate Factory has shipped to retail. The game is based on the Warner Bros. Pictures film of the same title. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory features the talents of Johnny Depp, who stars as Willy Wonka.

"We have developed a uniquely fun gaming experience which builds on Tim Burton's film and creative vision of the Roald Dahl book," said Jean Raymond, Director of Marketing for Take-Two's Los Angeles office. "We're confident the game recreates the visual quality of the movie while delivering fun interactive environments within the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory universe to players."

"Basing a game on this extraordinary Tim Burton film and having this remarkable lineup of talent extend their roles into the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory videogame will greatly enhance the players' overall experience," said Philippe Erwin, Vice President of Production for Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. "Players can engage in their favorite film scenes, which are further expanded inside the game with hours of gameplay."

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is rated "E" for Everyone and is available for PS2, GCN, PC, Xbox for the SRP of $39.99. The GBA version retails for $29.99.