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THQ’s (TM) Bringing Musical Warfare to Wii(TM) in April 2008

AGOURA HILLS, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Feb. 7, 2008–THQ Inc. (NASDAQ:THQI) today announced Band Mashups(TM) is scheduled to bring the ultimate band battle to Wii(TM) in April 2008. Featuring 150 tracks and five distinct musical styles: rock, funk/hip-hop, country, marching band and Latin, Band Mashups combines fast-paced combat with customizable bands in the fight for musical supremacy, fully utilizing the Wii Remote(TM) controller’s highly intuitive control scheme to deliver a unique game-play experience.

“Band Mashups takes an innovative approach to the rhythm/action genre by blending music and combat in the ultimate battle of the bands,” said Randy Shoemaker, global brand director, THQ. “Using a rhythm based game-play mechanic, the game delivers 70 over-the-top musical weapons and utilizes the Wii Remote’s functionality to deliver a completely original musical combat experience. Fighting with a sniper violin or flamethrower guitar is something gamers should definitely look forward to.”