JIMI Hendrix is set to be immortalised in a computer game. The legendary guitar player will be revived in the latest edition of Guitar Hero due for autumn release.
The Foxy Lady singer � who died after drowning in his own vomit, after taking prescription drugs and drinking red wine in 1970 aged just 27 - will feature as a playable character in the game.
His song The Wind Cries Mary and a live version of Purple Haze recorded in 1969 at the San
Diego Sports Arena will feature on Guitar Hero: World Tour, with more of the rocker�s back catalogue available as downloadable content.
The fourth version of the game will include an eight-player Battle of the Bands feature which allows two groups � each boasting drums, guitars and microphones � to compete against each other.
Many bands have enjoyed a new lease of life after allowing their songs to be used on the game.
Legendary heavy metal group Iron Maiden reported a surge in downloads after several of their tracks, including the classic Run To The Hills, were featured.
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