Stuntman: Ignition's Addictive, Stunt-Based Driving to Premiere on
Next-Generation Systems in Summer 2007
AGOURA HILLS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 28, 2007--THQ Inc.
(NASDAQ:THQI) today announced Stuntman(R): Ignition(TM), developed by
internal studio Paradigm Entertainment, is scheduled to launch in
summer 2007 for the Xbox 360(TM) video game and entertainment system
from Microsoft, the PLAYSTATION(R)3 computer entertainment system, and
PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system. The game challenges
players to drive for perfection, dropping them into the
adrenaline-fueled role of a Hollywood stuntman, vying to create the
most insane high-flying jumps, mind-blowing corkscrews and
metal-twisting crashes ever filmed.
"Stuntman: Ignition will provide hours of addictive,
edge-of-your-seat driving for action and racing fans alike," said Bob
Aniello, senior vice president of worldwide marketing, THQ. "The game
brings a unique approach to the genre, encouraging gamers to perfect
their racing technique while creating their own personalized Hollywood
stuntman experience."
"Stuntman: Ignition delivers an addictive blend of death-defying
stunts and precision-based driving unlike anything seen before," said
Dave Gatchel, General Manager, Paradigm Studios. "With an
action-packed career mode and intense online multiplayer, gamers will
have plenty to prove to become Hollywood's next big stuntman."
About Stuntman: Ignition
Stuntman: Ignition is the next installment in the critically
acclaimed, million-unit plus selling Stuntman franchise. The game
plunges gamers into the adrenaline-fueled role of a Hollywood stunt
driver, challenging them to pull off the most breathtaking,
death-defying stunts ever filmed. Players will showcase their skills
in a wide variety of big-budget action films, commercial shoots and
tournaments while commanding more than 25 unique vehicles, including
exotic sports cars, motorcycles and hovercraft. Online multiplayer
will allow rival stuntmen to battle it out on the film sets and custom
built back-lot arenas, or players can devise their own insane stunt
runs and challenge other stuntmen at their own game. Internally
developed by Paradigm Entertainment, Stuntman: Ignition will be
available for Xbox 360, PLAYSTATION 3 system and PlayStation 2 system
in summer 2007.
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 and www.thqwireless.com. THQ,
THQ Wireless, Paradigm Entertainment, Stuntman, Stuntman: Ignition and
their respective logos are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of
THQ Inc.
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trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
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Live logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft
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CONTACT: THQ/Media Relations
Craig Mitchell, 818-871-8587
or
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SOURCE: THQ Inc.
