MediEvil: Resurrection is a 2005 action-adventure platformer developed by SCE Cambridge Studio for the PlayStation Portable. The third entry in the MediEvil series, it functions as a substantial reimagining of the original 1998 game rather than a straightforward remake. Protagonist Sir Daniel Fortesque returns, but the game introduces significant structural changes, including an entirely new Anubis Stone subplot, redesigned levels, new characters, and the removal of several stages from the original. The tone shifts away from Gothic horror-comedy toward a more cartoonish, comedic visual style, reflected in fully original cutscenes and a completely orchestrated soundtrack with newly composed themes. Voice talent includes Tom Baker as narrator and the voice of the Grim Reaper. Unlike the original game, collecting all chalices no longer unlocks an alternate ending — Sir Daniel proceeds to the Hall of Heroes regardless of completion. The result is a distinct, standalone experience rather than a faithful port.
In 1286, an evil wizard named Zarok sought to take over the Kingdom of Gallowmere. Legends tell of a brave knight named Sir Daniel Fortesque who slayed the evil wizard and brought peace to Gallowmere. In actuality, however, Dan was the first to die in the Battle of Gallowmere, struck down by an arrow in the eye during the first charge. A century later, in 1386, Zarok returns and casts a spell over Gallowmere, robbing the souls of its people and raising the dead. This spell also resurrects Dan, who is accompanied by Al-Zalam, a genie who was robbed of his powers by Zarok and cursed to reside in Dan's skull. Seeing his resurrection as a chance to prove himself a true hero, Dan goes on a quest to seek revenge against Zarok, collecting pieces of an artifact called the Anubis Stone along the way. After collecting all the pieces and making his way to Zarok's lair, Dan is confronted by Zarok and his immortal army, but Dan manages to stop this army by using the Anubis Stone to summon the souls of those who fought in the Battle of Gallowmere. Zarok transforms into a cobra and a last-ditch attempt, but Dan manages to defeat him. As Zarok perishes, he sets his lair to self-destruct in the hopes of taking Dan down with him, but Dan is saved by Al-Zalam, who had been freed from his curse upon Zarok's demise. As peace returns to Gallowmere, Dan returns to his eternal rest, where he finally earns his place as a true hero in the Hall of Heroes.
