The series that jump-started the hunting video game craze returns this fall to the PC and Xbox 360 as Atari announces Deer Hunter Tournament, which introduces online multiplayer to the hunting game genre. Not only will player be able to hunt big-game trophy animals across several prestigious hunting locations on their own, they’ll now be able to participate in massive multiplayer tournaments.

“Deer Hunter Tournament is poised to reinforce its place as the ultimate hunting video game franchise and we anticipate an even broader audience through our expansion of the brand to Xbox 360 and Xbox LIVE”, said Jim Wilson, CEO, Atari, Inc. “We are confident that this new edition with its first-ever online multiplayer tournament gameplay, enhanced artwork and mechanics, exotic game and locales will provide fans with the ultimate in realistic hunting experiences”.

Exciting stuff, but it isn’t true multiplayer hunting unless I can “accidentally” take out the competition, Most Dangerous Game-style.