E.B. White's classic story of pig and spider will be retold on Nintendo handhelds.

Sega has acquired the rights to develop games based on E.B. White's beloved classic Charlotte's Web. They have tasked Backbone Entertainment, the studio behind Death Jr., to deliver a gaming experience worthy of the book. From their press release:

Playing as Wilbur the pig or Templeton the rat, gamers will be drawn into engaging tasks as they explore four fascinating worlds including Zuckerman's Barn, a Junkyard, the Countryside and the County Fair, each containing numerous challenging levels. Along the way, players will meet and interact with truly memorable characters from the movie including Charlotte, Wilbur's best friend and confidante, who requires aid in finding her missing spider hatchlings; and Gussy the goose, who needs help locating and hatching her goslings.

The Game Boy® Advance and Nintendo DS versions are loaded with additional entertaining mini-games, such as Ring Toss and Bumper Cars, that are hidden throughout the multiple levels. The mini-games are designed for easy pick up and playability and will keep gamers coming back to the fascinating world of Charlotte's Web.

The Nintendo DS version contains numerous extras that maximize the handheld's unique capabilities; including stylus support and wireless multiplayer for up to four players. An additional, unlockable mini-game, where gamers can play as Fern and care for Wilbur, is also waiting to be discovered!

Sega of America's Vice President of Marketing, Scott Steinberg, had this to add: "This captivating game will give players of all ages the opportunity to explore the charming and familiar world of Charlotte's Web like never before. Players will find themselves immersed in an interactive environment where they'll encounter a colorful cast of characters while they embark on a very special journey."

We'll have more on Charlotte's Web as it is revealed.