Science & Technology
Science and Technology
Science and Technology
Fri, June 25, 2010
Thu, June 24, 2010 
AGOURA HILLS, Calif.--([ BUSINESS WIRE ])--[ THQ Inc. ] (NASDAQ: THQI) today unveiled the first products from THQa™s new Licensing and Merchandising division, established to help bring THQa™s top franchises to life through a variety of lifestyle and consumer product categories. THQ is partnering with Udon EntertainmentTM to release official Darksidersa" art books and SOTA ToysTM on limited-edition statues. These initial items are part of an expansive merchandise line for the critically and commercially successful video game, Darksiders.
"We have a broad portfolio of original game properties at THQ that resonate with their target audiences. Over the next few years THQ will offer many new ways to engage with our brands and enhance the interactive experience."
The Art of Darksiders from Udon Entertainment ([ www.udonentertainment.com ]) will be the first art book released under the partnership and will feature a comprehensive collection of concept art from the game, including original artwork from creative director and comic book legend, Joe Madureira. Udon will debut the book at the San Diego Comic Con where aJoe Mada will be making a special appearance for an exclusive signing.
Also at Comic Con, SOTA Toys ([ www.sotatoysonline.com ]) will be featuring a 14a statue of WAR, the lead character of the game and the first Horseman of the Apocalypse, atop his fiery mount, Ruin. This is the first in a line of limited edition premium statues from SOTA inspired by the art of the Darksiders game. SOTA will begin taking pre-orders starting July 22 on their website, and the statues will be available to own later this year.
Joe Madureira, Creative Director at Vigil Games commented:
aI am happy to see Darksiders brought to life with such a wide range of high-quality collectibles, and look forward to meeting the gamea™s fans in person at this yeara™s Comic Con in San Diego.a
Germaine Gioia, Senior Vice President of Licensing and Merchandising commented:
aWe have a broad portfolio of original game properties at THQ that resonate with their target audiences.Over the next few years THQ will offermany new ways to engage with our brands and enhance the interactive experience.a
About Darksiders
Deceived by the forces of evil into prematurely bringing about the end of mankind, WAR a" the first Horseman of the Apocalypse a" must return to Earth to search for the truth and punish those responsible. War must take on the forces of Heaven and Hell, forge uneasy alliances with the very demons he hunts, and journey across the ravaged remains of the Earth on his quest for vengeance. Players harness the apocalyptic power of War, combining brutal attacks and supernatural abilities to decimate enemies who stand in his way. With an extreme arsenal of weapons, War blazes a trail of destruction, and emerges even more deadly atop Ruin, Wara™s fiery phantom steed. For more information, please visit [ www.darksiders.com ].
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 throughout North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. More information about THQ and its products may be found at [ www.thq.com ]. THQ, Darksiders, Vigil Games and their respective logos are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of THQ Inc.
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The statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts may be aforward-looking statementsa 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 aTHQa), including, but not limited to, expectations and projections related to the Darksiders video game, and are based upon managementa™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 THQa™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, 2010, 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.
