Internally Developed Original Titles and High Profile Additions to
Proven Franchises Provide Innovative Content for All Segments of
Growing Market AGOURA HILLS, Calif., May 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/
-- Leading independent video game publisher THQ Inc. (NASDAQ:THQI)
today announced the company is entering the Electronic
Entertainment Expo (E3) with its strongest line-up to date,
featuring innovative products for core and mass-market gamers
spanning all platforms. The company's portfolio features internally
developed next-generation console and Windows PC titles,
mass-market licensed products and all new content for handheld and
gaming system wireless devices. The line-up will be on display in
THQ booth #1324, in the South Hall of the Los Angeles Convention
Center May 10-12. (Logo:
http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041118/LATH093LOGO) THQ is
capitalizing on a growing internal studio system of 14 wholly-owned
developers and more than 25 of the best independent development
teams worldwide to build a formidable product line-up that provides
all gamers with new and innovative content. Playable for the first
time, exclusively at the THQ booth, will be the much-anticipated
Saints Row(TM), developed by Volition, Inc. for the Xbox 360(TM)
video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, as well as
cross-platform next-gen console title Frontlines(TM): Fuel of
War(TM), developed by THQ's Kaos Studios. WWE(R) SmackDown(R) vs.
Raw(R) 2007, developed by Yukes Co., Ltd. for THQ/Jakks, will be on
display for both current and next-gen systems. Additionally, new
original properties will include next-gen Windows PC titles Company
of Heroes(TM), developed by Relic Entertainment, and Supreme
Commander(TM). High-profile licensed properties Disney/Pixar Cars,
SpongeBob SquarePants(TM): Creature from the Krusty Krab and
Avatar: The Last Airbender(TM), all scheduled to ship for next-gen
and current gen systems, will also be on display. "THQ is
positioned to deliver original content to all segments of the video
game market and capitalize on industry growth opportunities over
the next several years," said Brian Farrell, president and CEO,
THQ. "Our extensive studio system is building an impressive product
pipeline of high-profile original and licensed properties that will
keep THQ on the cutting edge of innovative development for all
viable platforms." Next Generation Console Line-Up THQ's next-gen
console line-up includes original, internally developed titles, and
a high-profile addition to the WWE SmackDown vs. Raw franchise that
brings the series to the Xbox 360 for the first time: Saints Row:
An explosive, third person, open-world action/driving hybrid
developed by THQ's Volition, Inc., Saints Row is the only game in
its genre that offers players unrivalled character customization
options and a multiplayer experience through Xbox Live(R) online
entertainment network. In the game, players assume the role of a
member of the 3rd Street Saints on a mission to rise up the gang
ranks and eventually take over the city of Stilwater, controlled by
rival gangs. In Saints Row, actions have consequences and players
decide how best to muscle their way to the top. Saints Row is
scheduled to release for Xbox 360 in fall 2006. Saints Row is also
scheduled to ship for wireless devices in fall 2006. Frontlines:
Fuel of War: Developed by THQ's Kaos Studios, Frontlines: Fuel of
War is an open world infantry and vehicle-based First Person
Shooter featuring advanced next-gen weaponry that places gamers in
a desperate struggle set in the near future. A global war for oil
is being waged between two superpowers, the Western Coalition
(US/NATO) and the Red Star Alliance (Russia/China), and gamers will
play both sides within the context of battle. The single player
campaign will focus on this story, as players battle through
intense scenarios with other squad members, moving the frontline
through enemy territories in this war-torn universe. Frontlines:
Fuel of War is expected to ship for Xbox 360, PLAYSTATION(R)3
computer entertainment system and Windows PC in 2007. * WWE(R)
SmackDown(R) vs. Raw(R) 2007: The eighth release in THQ/JAKKS'
critically-acclaimed franchise, WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2007 delivers
the next generation of World Wrestling Entertainment(R) experience
with incredible high-definition graphics, intense action and
unprecedented levels of choice and control. New additions this year
include a brand new analog control grappling system, new
high-impact movesets, user-controlled environmental hotspots and an
interactive fighting area within the crowd. In addition, the game
includes updated rosters for Raw and SmackDown, an expanded General
Manager Mode and online multiplayer game play with voice chat
support. In development by Yuke's Co. Ltd., for the PlayStation 3
system, PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system, PSP(TM)
(PlayStation(R)Portable) system and Xbox 360, WWE SmackDown vs. Raw
2007 is scheduled to release beginning in fall 2006. * The
Sopranos: A mob war is brewing as Philadelphia's and New Jersey's
most powerful families are about to collide. As the illegitimate
son of "Big Pussy," the gamer has been born into the organization
and is now being given an opportunity to demonstrate loyalty to
Tony Soprano. As a soldier, players must earn money on collections,
protect turf through intimidation and gain admiration within their
own family to move up in the ranks of the organization. Carry out
orders from Paulie, Silvio, Christopher and Tony in familiar
locations such as the Bada Bing!, Nuovo Vesuvio's and Satriale's.
The storyline was created in collaboration with show creator David
Chase, and the show's key cast members provide the voices. The
Sopranos is scheduled to release in holiday of 2006. MotoGP(TM)
'06: Building on the successes of its Xbox predecessors, MotoGP '06
re-launches the franchise on Xbox 360. Gamers will be met with new
tracks, bike models, refined handling and Live! functionality,
making this a truly fresh and aspirational title for even the most
hardened fans of the series. MotoGP '06 will launch with the
current 2006 season data, giving an unprecedented accuracy to the
real sport, in addition to visual effects that surpass any racing
title to date. All extreme mode circuits have been revamped,
streamlined for speed and fast-flowing racing action. Customize and
ride all new extreme bikes in street racing action from the
gleaming skyscrapers of Rio de Janeiro to the jagged mountains of
Tuscany. MotoGP '06 is scheduled to release for Xbox 360 in spring
2006. GTR: Crafted by award-winning Swedish development studio
SimBin Development Team AB, GTR features all the cars, drivers and
tracks from two full FIA GT Championships and challenges casual
racers to become world-class drivers. Directed by professional
racing driver and former FIA GT Team Owner, Henrik Roos, GTR sets
new standards for auto racing realism. GTR is expected to ship
globally on Xbox 360 in spring 2007. Next Generation PC Line-Up In
addition to carving out a leadership position on next-gen console
systems, THQ is showcasing a collection of triple-A,
next-generation Windows PC properties at E3, highly targeted at the
core gamer: Supreme Commander(TM): Developed by Gas Powered Games,
founded by Chris Taylor, creator of Total Annihilation and the
Dungeon Siege series, Supreme Commander features a riveting,
action-packed storyline, ground-breaking gameplay and
genre-defining online multiplayer battles. In the 37th Century, the
galaxy is torn apart by three rival factions, each vying to
eradicate its enemies from the universe, end the Infinite War and
become the reigning power supreme. Supreme Commander represents the
next evolution in the Real Time Strategy genre through its truly
strategic and tactical gameplay and mind-blowing scale and scope,
which is coupled with unrivalled zoom and control features. Supreme
Commander is scheduled to release for Windows PC in early 2007.
Company of Heroes(TM): Developed by THQ's Relic Entertainment,
creators of game of the year Warhammer(R) 40,000(TM): Dawn of War,
comes Company of Heroes, the next revolution in action strategy.
Company of Heroes is a WWII RTS game that brings to life the brave
men of Able Company in cinematic intensity as they fight across
Europe in the greatest war mankind has ever known. Relic's
proprietary next-gen Essence Engine provides unprecedented graphics
and physics complete with the destruction of all terrain and
buildings. Featuring 2-8 players MP competition via Lan or
Internet, Company of Heroes is scheduled to release for Windows PC
in fall 2006. Company of Heroes is also scheduled to ship for
wireless devices in fall 2006. - WINNER Best Strategy Game of E3
2005 -- Game Critics' Best of E3 Awards - WINNER Best PC Game, Best
Strategy Game of E3 2005 -- GameSpot Titan Quest(TM): From the
co-creator of Age of Empires, Brian Sullivan, and his team at Iron
Lore Entertainment, comes an all-new action role-playing game set
in the mythical worlds of ancient Greece and Egypt. Amazing visuals
and fast-action gameplay deliver a true cinematic gaming
experience. Lush ancient-world settings crafted in near-photo
realistic detail provide the player with an extraordinary canvas on
which to embark upon an epic quest of the ultimate good versus
evil. Titan Quest is scheduled to release in summer 2006.
Warhammer(R) 40,000(TM) Dawn of War - Dark Crusade(TM): The
highly-anticipated second expansion pack to internal THQ studio
Relic Entertainment's critically-acclaimed real-time strategy hit
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Dark Crusade features an all new
single-player experience and 2 new races - The Necrons and The Tau
- allowing the gamer to play up to 7 unique races from the
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War universe. Based on the world of
Warhammer 40,000 - the dark, futuristic universe from Games
Workshop - Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Dark Crusade offers
massive non-linear strategy and is scheduled to release for Windows
PC in fall 2006. Industry Leading Mass-Market Line-Up for Next
Generation and Current Generation Systems THQ will be displaying
titles based on its own core IP, mass-market titles and established
original franchises for next-gen as well as the huge installed base
of current-gen console and hand-held systems: Disney*Pixar Cars:
Cars, the video game, is a high performance interactive experience
in the open world created in the film, challenging players to
relive the excitement created by Lightning McQueen and his friends.
Fans will discover unique characters and environments inspired by
the film with more than 10 playable characters and 30 races and
minigames to choose from. The game features a fully immersive
re-creation of all major environments introduced in the movie,
including Radiator Springs and Ornament Valley, which will offer
distinctive racing experiences to players while maintaining the
artistic style of the film. Disney*Pixar Cars, the video game, is
expected to ship for PlayStation 2 system, Xbox, Nintendo
GameCube(R), Game Boy(R) Advance, PSP system, Nintendo DS(TM),
Windows PC and Mac in June 2006 and for Xbox 360 and Nintendo's Wii
console in fall 2006. Destroy All Humans!(TM) 2: The plot for world
domination is renewed as acclaimed developer Pandemic Studios
transforms conventional expectations -- allowing gamers to play as
the Alien and take on the most feared enemy in the universe --
mankind. Packed with non-stop action, an explosive arsenal of alien
weaponry, advanced mental abilities and an irreverent personality
that satires 1960's era icons and science-fiction mythology,
Destroy All Humans! 2 uncovers an open-ended world where the player
can unleash massive destruction on the ground or in their UFO.
Destroy All Humans! 2 is scheduled to release for the PlayStation 2
system and Xbox(R) video game and entertainment system from
Microsoft in fall 2006. Destroy All Humans! 2 is also scheduled to
ship for wireless devices in June 2006. SpongeBob SquarePants(TM):
Creature from the Krusty Krab: In a unique and creative twist,
SpongeBob SquarePants explores the peculiar world of Bikini Bottom
as it transforms through a series of various unique visual styles.
Continuing the popular sea sponge's reign as a gaming and TV
property, SpongeBob SquarePants: Creature from the Krusty Krab
offers fans brand new gameplay mechanics through nine visually
bizarre levels and is expected to ship for Nintendo's Wii console,
PlayStation 2 system, Nintendo GameCube, Game Boy Advance, Windows
PC and Nintendo DS in fall 2006. SpongeBob SquarePants: Creature
from the Krusty Krab is also scheduled to ship for wireless devices
in fall 2006. Monster House(TM): Based upon the upcoming computer
animated film from Columbia Pictures, the Monster House(TM)
videogames will allow players to experience key moments of the
movie as they unravel the creepy mysteries of old man
Nebbercracker's possessed house. Players will encounter unique
adventures as they explore a living, breathing house, full of traps
and secrets. With three playable characters, fans of the film will
enjoy seeing the movie come to life in their living rooms. The
Monster House videogames are expected to be available for the
PlayStation 2 system, Nintendo GameCube, Game Boy Advance and
Nintendo DS in July 2006. Bratz: Forever Diamondz: Yasmin(TM),
Cloe(TM), Sasha(TM), and Jade(TM) are back for a brand new
adventure sending them across the country in search of the hottest
fashion designer. Players will experience unique adventures through
the eyes of the four playable characters, in detailed open world
environments, as they compete for a spot in "America Rocks Fashion"
TV show. Fans will discover new features that include a figure
skating competition and the ability to adopt a pet to train, dress,
accessorize and showcase in competitions. Bratz: Forever Diamondz
is expected to ship for PlayStation 2 system, Nintendo GameCube,
Windows PC, Nintendo DS and Game Boy Advance in fall 2006. *
Barnyard: Enter the world of Nickelodeon's newest adventure and
bring the "Barnyard" movie to life. Players will interact with
their favorite movie characters while trying to prove they are the
biggest party animal of them all. The film is written, produced and
directed by acclaimed comedy writer/producer Steve Oedekerk ("Bruce
Almighty," "Ace Ventura," "The Nutty Professor," "Kung Pow") and
Nickelodeon Movies, producers of the Oscar(R) nominated "Jimmy
Neutron: Boy Genius." The Barnyard video game is expected to ship
for PlayStation 2 system, Nintendo GameCube, Game Boy Advance and
Windows PC in July 2006. Avatar: The Last Airbender: Based on
Nickelodeon's hottest new show, fans will play as Aang, Katara,
Sokka and Haru as they grow into an unstoppable team utilizing the
kung fu inspired bending arts through the Avatar universe. Players
will explore the four Avatar nations in beautifully detailed
environments and battle new enemies. Avatar: The Last Airbender is
scheduled to ship for Wii, PlayStation 2 system, Nintendo GameCube,
Xbox, Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS, PSP system and Windows PC in
fall 2006. Juiced(TM): Eliminator: Developed by THQ's newly
acquired studio Juice Games, real street racing speeds onto the PSP
system, utilizing wireless functionality to offer never-before-seen
multiplayer games. Building on the crew & pink-slip racing that
established Juiced as a leader in the street-racing genre, the game
offers two new 'ad-hoc' multiplayer modes, Eliminator & Relay,
challenging gamers to put their hard-earned cars on the line. In
addition, players will choose from new crew chiefs, locations,
tracks, as well as new cars with tons of new body-kit components.
Juiced: Eliminator is scheduled to release for the PSP system in
June 2006. Juiced: Eliminator is also scheduled to ship for
wireless devices in June 2006. Alex Rider(TM): Stormbreaker(TM):
Embrace the role of Alex Rider to out-spy, out-wit and out-cool
evil in a thrilling action adventure featuring third person stealth
game play, fast-paced racing action, intense fighting and
unlockable mini-games. Players will relive defining moments from
the Stormbreaker(TM) movie and become the ultimate spy. Alex Rider:
Stormbreaker is scheduled to release exclusively for Nintendo DS
and Game Boy Advance in Summer 2006. Wireless: THQ Wireless will be
also demonstrating games based on some of its biggest brands. In
addition to wireless extensions of console and Windows PC brands
listed above, feature titles will include Star Wars, NFL Football
2006 and others. For more information about THQ Wireless at E3,
please visit http://www.thqwireless.com/. These titles and others,
including games for the PSP system, GameBoy Advance and Nintendo DS
will be on display at the THQ booth. About Pixar Animation Studios
Pixar Animation Studios (NASDAQ:PIXR) (http://www.pixar.com/)
combines creative and technical artistry to create original stories
in the medium of computer animation. Pixar has created six of the
most successful and beloved animated films of all time: Toy Story,
A Bug's Life, Toy Story 2, Monsters, Inc., Finding Nemo and The
Incredibles. Pixar has won 20 Academy Awards(R) and its six films
have grossed more than $3.2 billion at the worldwide box office to
date. The Northern California studio's next two film releases are
Cars (June 9, 2006) and Ratatouille (summer 2007). About
Nickelodeon Nickelodeon & Viacom Consumer Products (NVCP)
manages the third largest licensing business in the world --
representing leading entertainment properties including SpongeBob
SquarePants and Dora the Explorer. NVCP handles the merchandising
for Nick Jr., Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures, Comedy Central, MTVN
International, and Spike TV. Nickelodeon, in its 27th year, is the
number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse,
global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The
company includes television programming and production in the
United States and around the world, plus consumer products, online,
recreation, books, magazines and feature films. Nickelodeon's U.S.
television network is seen in more than 89 million households and
has been the number-one-rated basic cable network for more than ten
consecutive years. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters
and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NYSE:VIANYSE:VIA.B). About
World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. World Wrestling Entertainment,
Inc. (NYSE:WWE) is an integrated media and entertainment company
headquartered in Stamford, Conn., with offices in New York, Los
Angeles, Toronto and London. Additional information on the company
can be found at wwe.com and corporate.wwe.com. Information on
television ratings and community activities can be found at
parents.wwe.com. About JAKKS Pacific, Inc. JAKKS Pacific, Inc.
(NASDAQ:JAKK) is a multi-brand company that designs and markets a
broad range of toys and consumer products. The product categories
include: Action Figures, Art Activity Kits, Stationery, Writing
Instruments, Performance Kites, Water Toys, Sports Activity Toys,
Vehicles, Infant/Pre-School, Plush, Construction Toys, Electronics,
Dolls, Dress-Up, Role Play, and Pet Toys and Accessories. The
products are sold under various brand names including JAKKS
Pacific(R), Play Along(R), Flying Colors(R), Creative Designs
International(TM), Road Champs(R), Child Guidance(R), Pentech(R),
Trendmasters(R), Toymax(R), Funnoodle(R), Go Fly a Kite(R), Color
Workshop(R), JPI(TM) and Plug It In & Play TV Games(TM). JAKKS
and THQ Inc. participate in a joint venture that has worldwide
rights to publish and market World Wrestling Entertainment video
games. For further information, visit http://www.jakkspacific.com/.
About Sony Pictures Consumer Products Sony Pictures Consumer
Products (SPCP), a Division of Columbia TriStar Consumer Marketing
(CTCM), is based in Los Angeles and handles the merchandising and
branding efforts for some of the most recognized properties in film
and television. Columbia TriStar Consumer Marketing is a division
of Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE). SPE is a subsidiary of Sony
Corporation of America (SCA), a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony
Corporation. SPE's global operations encompass motion picture
production and distribution; television production and
distribution; digital content creation and distribution; worldwide
channel investments; home entertainment acquisition and
distribution; operation of studio facilities; development of new
entertainment products, services and technologies; and distribution
of filmed entertainment in 67 countries. Sony Pictures
Entertainment can be found on the World Wide Web at
http://www.sonypictures.com/. About Games Workshop Games Workshop
is the world's largest hobby war games company. Based in
Nottingham, UK, it designs, manufacturers and distributes its range
of Warhammer and Warhammer 40,000 games, miniature soldiers,
novels, comics and resin models through more than 340 of its own
Hobby centres, mail order, Internet and independent retail channels
in more than 50 countries worldwide. Further details on the company
can be obtained at http://www.games-workshop.com/ About Buena Vista
Games Buena Vista Games, Inc. (BVG) is the interactive
entertainment arm of The Walt Disney Company. The division
publishes, markets and distributes a broad portfolio of
multi-platform video games and interactive entertainment worldwide.
The company also licenses properties and works directly with
third-party interactive game publishers to bring products for all
ages to market. About Samuelson Productions Stormbreaker is
produced by Marc Samuelson and Peter Samuelson, whose producing
credits include "Arlington Road", "Wilde", "Revenge of the Nerds"
and "Tom & Viv" and, as executive producers, "Keeping Mum",
"The Libertine" and the forthcoming "Chromophobia". About HBO Home
Box Office, Inc. is the premium television-programming subsidiary
of Time Warner Inc., providing two 24-hour premium television
services, HBO and Cinemax. Together, both networks reach
approximately 40 million subscribers in the United States via cable
and satellite delivery. Home Box Office's international joint
ventures bring HBO branded services to more than 50 countries
around the globe. About MGA MGA Entertainment, a consumer
entertainment products company with headquarters in Van Nuys,
California, manufactures innovative lines of proprietary and
licensed products, ranging from fashion and mini-dolls to
radio-controlled vehicles. Bratz was introduced in June 2001, and
has since become one of the world's premier toy lines and girls
lifestyle brands. The brand is also noted for having won a Family
Fun magazine's Toy of the Year Award three years in a row. With
over 400 licenses worldwide, Bratz brings together innovative
companies and cutting-edge fashion styles to create exciting new
products in apparel, footwear, fashion accessories and so much
more. Visit http://www.mgae.com/ About Wii Nintendo's next system,
Wii, will feature a controller designed to be used with either one
hand or two -- a first in the video game industry. When picked up
and pointed at the screen, the controller gives a lightning-quick
element of interaction, sensing motion, depth, positioning and
targeting dictated by movement of the controller itself. About THQ
THQ Inc. (NASDAQ:THQI) is a leading worldwide developer and
publisher of interactive entertainment software. The company
develops its products for all popular game systems, personal
computers and wireless devices. Headquartered in Los Angeles
County, California, THQ sells product through its global network of
offices located in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. More
information about THQ and its products may be found at
http://www.thq.com/ and http://www.thqwireless.com/. THQ, THQ
Wireless, Juice Games, Kaos Studios, Rainbow Studios, Relic
Entertainment, Volition, Inc., Company of Heroes, Destroy All
Humans!, Frontlines: Fuel of War, Juiced, Juiced: Eliminator,
Saint's Row, Titan Quest and their respective logos are trademarks
and/or registered trademarks of THQ Inc. This press release may
contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the
Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These
forward-looking statements are based on current expectations,
estimates and projections about the business of THQ Inc. and its
subsidiaries (collectively referred to as "THQ"), including but not
limited to expectations and projections related to the release,
performance and features of our video games and wireless
applications, and are based upon management's beliefs and certain
assumptions made by management. Such forward-looking statements are
subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results
to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such
forward looking statements, including, but not limited to economic,
competitive and technological factors affecting the operations,
markets, products, and pricing of THQ. Unless otherwise required by
law, THQ disclaims any obligation to update its view on any such
risks or uncertainties or to revise or publicly release the results
of any revision to these forward-looking statements. Readers should
carefully review the risk factors and the information that could
materially affect THQ's financial results, described in other
documents that THQ files from time to time with the Securities and
Exchange Commission, including its and Quarterly Reports on Form
10-Q and Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal period ended
March 31, 2005, and particularly the discussion of risk factors
that may affect results of operations set forth therein. Readers
are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking
statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release.
The names of all World Wrestling Entertainment televised and live
programming, talent names, images, likenesses, slogans and
wrestling moves and all World Wrestling Entertainment logos are
trademarks which are the exclusive property of World Wrestling
Entertainment, Inc. All other trademarks, logos and copyrights are
the property of their respective owners. Xbox, Xbox 360 and Xbox
Live are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries. Frontlines: Fuel of War is
not yet concept approved for PlayStation 3 by Sony Computer
Entertainment America. WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2007 has not yet been
concept approved for PlayStation 3 or the PSP system by Sony
Computer Entertainment America. Bratz is not yet concept approved
by Sony Computer Entertainment America. (C) Copyright Games
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logo, Games Workshop, Warhammer, Warhammer 40,000 Device, and all
associated names, insignia, marks, and images are either (R), TM
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