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Stuntman(R): Ignition(TM) Explodes into Retail Outlets Worldwide with Death-Defying Stunts and Precision Driving
Company: THQ
Date: 30 Aug 2007
AGOURA HILLS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--THQ Inc. (NASDAQ:THQI - News) today announced that Stuntman®: Ignition(TM), for the Xbox 360(TM) video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system and PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, is now shipping to retail outlets worldwide. In Stuntman: Ignition, gamers plunge into the adrenaline-fueled role of a Hollywood stunt driver, coupling dangerous maneuvers with precision driving to create the greatest stunts ever filmed. Developed by THQ internal studio Paradigm Entertainment, Stuntman: Ignition is now available for the suggested retail price of $59.99 on Xbox 360 and PLAYSTATION 3 and $39.99 on PlayStation 2.
"Stuntman: Ignition combines addictive, pick-up-and-play game mechanics with Hollywood thrills to deliver a completely unique action driving experience," said Dave Miller, global brand director, THQ. "There are plenty of action-packed blockbuster movies in theaters this summer, but only one game that lets players step into the role of a real Hollywood stunt driver."
"Stuntman: Ignition features six uniquely-themed movies with 36 stunt runs along with commercial deals and stunt shows that can be performed in over 25 vehicles," said Dave Gatchel, general manager, Paradigm Entertainment. "The amped up action continues online with several unique multiplayer modes and a stunt constructor feature that lets gamers create their own stunt tracks and share them online."
About Stuntman: Ignition
In Stuntman: Ignition, gamers plunge into the adrenaline-fueled role of a Hollywood stunt driver, mastering the most breathtaking, death-defying vehicle-based stunts ever filmed. Players can showcase their skills in a wide variety of big-budget action films, commercial shoots and stunt shows while commanding more than 25 unique vehicles, including exotic sports cars, motorcycles and more. The game's unique online multiplayer modes let players battle rival stuntmen on film sets and custom built back-lot arenas, or gamers can build and share their own stunt arenas online with Stunt Constructor mode. Internally developed by THQ's Paradigm Entertainment, Stuntman: Ignition is now available in retail outlets worldwide on Xbox 360, PLAYSTATION 3 system, PlayStation 2 system and wireless handheld devices.
About THQ
THQ Inc. (NASDAQ:THQI - News) 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 throughout North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. More information about THQ and its products may be found at www.thq.com and www.thqwireless.com. THQ, THQ Wireless, Paradigm Entertainment, Stuntman: Ignition and their respective logos are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of THQ Inc.
Microsoft, Xbox 360 and the Xbox logos are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or in other countries and are used under license from Microsoft.
"PlayStation," PLAYSTATION is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
The statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts may be "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 Stuntman: Ignition video game, and are based upon management's current 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, business, competitive, economic, legal, political and technological factors affecting our industry, operations, markets, products or pricing. 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 Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal period ended March 31, 2007, and particularly the discussion of risk factors set forth therein. 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 are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release.
"Stuntman: Ignition combines addictive, pick-up-and-play game mechanics with Hollywood thrills to deliver a completely unique action driving experience," said Dave Miller, global brand director, THQ. "There are plenty of action-packed blockbuster movies in theaters this summer, but only one game that lets players step into the role of a real Hollywood stunt driver."
"Stuntman: Ignition features six uniquely-themed movies with 36 stunt runs along with commercial deals and stunt shows that can be performed in over 25 vehicles," said Dave Gatchel, general manager, Paradigm Entertainment. "The amped up action continues online with several unique multiplayer modes and a stunt constructor feature that lets gamers create their own stunt tracks and share them online."
About Stuntman: Ignition
In Stuntman: Ignition, gamers plunge into the adrenaline-fueled role of a Hollywood stunt driver, mastering the most breathtaking, death-defying vehicle-based stunts ever filmed. Players can showcase their skills in a wide variety of big-budget action films, commercial shoots and stunt shows while commanding more than 25 unique vehicles, including exotic sports cars, motorcycles and more. The game's unique online multiplayer modes let players battle rival stuntmen on film sets and custom built back-lot arenas, or gamers can build and share their own stunt arenas online with Stunt Constructor mode. Internally developed by THQ's Paradigm Entertainment, Stuntman: Ignition is now available in retail outlets worldwide on Xbox 360, PLAYSTATION 3 system, PlayStation 2 system and wireless handheld devices.
About THQ
THQ Inc. (NASDAQ:THQI - News) 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 throughout North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. More information about THQ and its products may be found at www.thq.com and www.thqwireless.com. THQ, THQ Wireless, Paradigm Entertainment, Stuntman: Ignition and their respective logos are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of THQ Inc.
Microsoft, Xbox 360 and the Xbox logos are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or in other countries and are used under license from Microsoft.
"PlayStation," PLAYSTATION is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
The statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts may be "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 Stuntman: Ignition video game, and are based upon management's current 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, business, competitive, economic, legal, political and technological factors affecting our industry, operations, markets, products or pricing. 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 Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal period ended March 31, 2007, and particularly the discussion of risk factors set forth therein. 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 are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release.
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