Bishop set to appear in Aliens vs. Predator

Remember the scene from Aliens android Bishop does that class knife trick with his hand?

Well, expect some sort of homage to that in the new Aliens vs. Predator game as it’s been today announced that Lance Henriksen will be starring in the game as a a descendent of Charles Bishop Weyland who founded theWeyland-Yutani company from the Alien films.

Aliens vs Predator is set for release in February 2010 for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3.

Full PR after the jump along with a render of Henriksen in the game.

LANCE HENRIKSEN SIGNED UP TO APPEAR IN NEW ALIENS VS PREDATOR GAME

December 8, 2009: Actor Lance Henriksen (Aliens, Alien3 and AVP: Aliens vs. Predator) has signed up to appear in the upcoming Aliens vs Predator game, developed by Rebellion in the UK.

Lance Henriksen will appear as Karl Bishop Weyland, a descendent of Charles Bishop Weyland, the founder of the infamous Weyland-Yutani corporation from the Aliens universe. He will lend his likeness and voice to the production.

“They’ve made me look very good,” said Lance Henriksen, “This is the first time I’ve been fully represented in a game, with my voice and how I look, and the Rebellion guys have done a great job. I might score from this game!”

Aliens vs Predator is set for release in February 2010 for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC.

For assets for Aliens vs Predator please visit www.sega-press.com.