Players Travel to Exotic Locales to Compete in Global Cheer Competitions on Wii(TM)AGOURA HILLS, Calif., Oct 27, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- THQ
Inc. (NASDAQ:THQI) today announced that All
Star Cheer Squad(TM)2 is now available at retail outlets throughout
North America exclusively for Wii(TM). The game will bring high-flying
moves to the franchise for the first time, with choreography once again
being provided by Tony G, renowned choreographer from the Bring It On movies.
All
Star Cheer Squad 2 is rated E for everyone and is available for
the suggested retail price of $29.99.
In All
Star Cheer Squad 2, 14 exotic locations from around the world
will serve as the backdrop for global cheer competitions. No longer a
newbie, players will start out as the captain of the Tiger Squad,
leading the team to victory by utilizing an all-new diverse move set
that includes real-world aerial stunts, tumbling, formation changes and
advanced moves on the Wii Balance Board(TM) accessory. Moves can be
executed by using two Wii Remotes(TM), allowing for greater mobility.
Players will select their squad members and then choose from more
customization options including new makeup, hairstyle and uniforms.
Because every routine needs a good beat first, All
Star Cheer Squad 2 will feature even more original cheer
music. Combined with an upgraded routine editor featuring a music mixer,
a choreography editor and the ability to challenge friends via
WiiConnect24(TM), All
Star Cheer Squad 2 will allow players to live the ultimate cheer
experience.
For more information on this game, as well as additional THQ titles, please
visit www.playthq.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, All Star Cheer Squad and their respective logos are trademarks
and/or registered trademarks of THQ Inc.
Wii is a trademark of Nintendo.
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only as of the date of this press release.
*Source: The NPD Group / Retail Tracking Service; Title - All Star
Cheer Squad
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