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01-25-2002, 09:26 PM
Just thought you guys might want some of these:
CALABASAS HILLS, Calif., Jan. 25, 2002 - THQ Inc. (NASDAQ:THQI) and JAKKS Pacific Inc. (NASDAQ:JAKK) today announced "WWF WrestleMania(R) X8," their latest videogame based on the highly popular World Wrestling Federation(R) (NYSE:WWF) license. Emphasizing simulation-style gameplay, "WWF WrestleMania X8" features all the action, excitement and attitude of the World Wrestling Federation designed exclusively for Nintendo Gamecube(TM).
For the first time ever in a World Wrestling Federation licensed game, "WWF WrestleMania X8" is slated to include rising World Wrestling Federation Superstars such as Rob Van Dam(TM), Booker T(TM) and Lance Storm(TM), making this title the most complete collection of Superstars ever assembled in a video game. "WWF WrestleMania X8" is scheduled to release this summer.
"Since 1999, the THQ/JAKKS Pacific joint venture has sold more than 2 million copies of World Wrestling Federation-branded titles for the Nintendo(R) 64 alone," stated Alison Locke, Executive Vice President, North American Publishing, THQ. "We are very excited to be continuing the strong tradition of World Wrestling Federation games on Nintendo systems with `WWF WrestleMania X8.'"
"`WWF WrestleMania X8' for Gamecube will allow World Wrestling Federation gamers to re-create the action-packed matches from this year's highly anticipated WrestleMania X8 event to be held in March 2002 in Toronto, Canada," stated Nelo Lucich, Director of Interactive, JAKKS Pacific Inc. "We are very confident that Gamecube owners and World Wrestling Federation fans everywhere will appreciate the realism and detail that `WWF WrestleMania X8' delivers."
About "WWF WrestleMania X8"
Developed by Yuke's Co., Ltd. of Japan, "WWF WrestleMania X8" features more than 35 Superstars in multiple match types including hardcore, tornado tag and triple threat matches. A TV-style presentation complete with dynamic lighting effects, pyrotechnics, camera flashes and multiple camera angles brings the action to life as Superstars enter the arena accompanied by signature TitanTron(TM) videos and music. Players can also choose from a variety of settings including appearance, costumes and special moves to create the ultimate grappler in the game's in-depth Create-a-Superstar mode.
New features exclusive to "WWF WrestleMania X8" include Championship Road, where players have the opportunity to take their rookie Superstar up through the ranks pursuing the championship. For the first time on any game system, "WWF WrestleMania X8" is slated to include the complete roster of top Superstars including Booker T, Rob Van Dam and The Hurricane(TM). Each character is personalized with their own unique style and repertoire of finishing moves. These new Superstars, in addition to World Wrestling Federation veterans such as The Rock(R), Stone Cold Steve Austin(TM) and Triple H(TM), give "WWF WrestleMania X8" the finest collection of talent ever assembled in a video game.
CALABASAS HILLS, Calif., Jan. 25, 2002 - THQ Inc. (NASDAQ:THQI) today announced "Red Faction(TM) 2" for the PlayStation(R) 2 computer entertainment system. Developed by THQ's studio, Volition, "Red Faction 2" is the sequel to one of the best-selling and most critically acclaimed original game franchises of 2001.
More than 1 million units of "Red Faction" on PlayStation 2 and PC have been sold worldwide according to THQ. Featuring an enhanced Geo-Mod(TM) engine that allows players to strategically alter and destroy the game environment in real-time, "Red Faction 2" expands and builds upon the experience and technology of the original game. Complete with blistering action, an engaging storyline, highly detailed graphics and a number of multi-player options, "Red Faction 2" is scheduled for PlayStation 2 release in winter 2002.
"The overwhelming success of `Red Faction' last summer firmly placed THQ and Volition among the top original content creators on PlayStation 2," stated Brian Farrell, president and CEO, THQ. "We are delighted to be building on this franchise for holiday 2002, a time when the PlayStation 2 hardware will be reaching a critical installed base."
"`Red Faction 2' will take the action genre to new heights, thanks to innovations in both game design and technology," said Mike Kulas, president, Volition. "The enhancements we've made to the Geo-Mod engine will allow players to completely interact with a game world, where destroying and altering the environment become an integral part of gameplay."
About "Red Faction 2"
"Red Faction 2" is the sequel to one of the biggest original franchise releases of 2001. Powered by enhancements to Volition's revolutionary Geo-Mod engine that allows players to alter and destroy the game environment in real-time, "Red Faction 2" introduces a host of new features and improvements constructed around a gripping storyline. Players will be tasked with completing multiple mission objectives with an arsenal of weapons and items at their disposal.
"Red Faction 2" will also allow players to commandeer different vehicles and fight alongside elite squad members each with their own attack attributes. Refined graphics, an auto-save function, enhanced enemy AI and dynamic environments will also be featured in "Red Faction 2." New additions to the game's multi-player action include four-player split screen, customizable computer opponents, and new game modes.
New Resident Evil for GameCube screenshots hot off the press:
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CALABASAS HILLS, Calif., Jan. 25, 2002 - THQ Inc. (NASDAQ:THQI) and JAKKS Pacific Inc. (NASDAQ:JAKK) today announced "WWF WrestleMania(R) X8," their latest videogame based on the highly popular World Wrestling Federation(R) (NYSE:WWF) license. Emphasizing simulation-style gameplay, "WWF WrestleMania X8" features all the action, excitement and attitude of the World Wrestling Federation designed exclusively for Nintendo Gamecube(TM).
For the first time ever in a World Wrestling Federation licensed game, "WWF WrestleMania X8" is slated to include rising World Wrestling Federation Superstars such as Rob Van Dam(TM), Booker T(TM) and Lance Storm(TM), making this title the most complete collection of Superstars ever assembled in a video game. "WWF WrestleMania X8" is scheduled to release this summer.
"Since 1999, the THQ/JAKKS Pacific joint venture has sold more than 2 million copies of World Wrestling Federation-branded titles for the Nintendo(R) 64 alone," stated Alison Locke, Executive Vice President, North American Publishing, THQ. "We are very excited to be continuing the strong tradition of World Wrestling Federation games on Nintendo systems with `WWF WrestleMania X8.'"
"`WWF WrestleMania X8' for Gamecube will allow World Wrestling Federation gamers to re-create the action-packed matches from this year's highly anticipated WrestleMania X8 event to be held in March 2002 in Toronto, Canada," stated Nelo Lucich, Director of Interactive, JAKKS Pacific Inc. "We are very confident that Gamecube owners and World Wrestling Federation fans everywhere will appreciate the realism and detail that `WWF WrestleMania X8' delivers."
About "WWF WrestleMania X8"
Developed by Yuke's Co., Ltd. of Japan, "WWF WrestleMania X8" features more than 35 Superstars in multiple match types including hardcore, tornado tag and triple threat matches. A TV-style presentation complete with dynamic lighting effects, pyrotechnics, camera flashes and multiple camera angles brings the action to life as Superstars enter the arena accompanied by signature TitanTron(TM) videos and music. Players can also choose from a variety of settings including appearance, costumes and special moves to create the ultimate grappler in the game's in-depth Create-a-Superstar mode.
New features exclusive to "WWF WrestleMania X8" include Championship Road, where players have the opportunity to take their rookie Superstar up through the ranks pursuing the championship. For the first time on any game system, "WWF WrestleMania X8" is slated to include the complete roster of top Superstars including Booker T, Rob Van Dam and The Hurricane(TM). Each character is personalized with their own unique style and repertoire of finishing moves. These new Superstars, in addition to World Wrestling Federation veterans such as The Rock(R), Stone Cold Steve Austin(TM) and Triple H(TM), give "WWF WrestleMania X8" the finest collection of talent ever assembled in a video game.
CALABASAS HILLS, Calif., Jan. 25, 2002 - THQ Inc. (NASDAQ:THQI) today announced "Red Faction(TM) 2" for the PlayStation(R) 2 computer entertainment system. Developed by THQ's studio, Volition, "Red Faction 2" is the sequel to one of the best-selling and most critically acclaimed original game franchises of 2001.
More than 1 million units of "Red Faction" on PlayStation 2 and PC have been sold worldwide according to THQ. Featuring an enhanced Geo-Mod(TM) engine that allows players to strategically alter and destroy the game environment in real-time, "Red Faction 2" expands and builds upon the experience and technology of the original game. Complete with blistering action, an engaging storyline, highly detailed graphics and a number of multi-player options, "Red Faction 2" is scheduled for PlayStation 2 release in winter 2002.
"The overwhelming success of `Red Faction' last summer firmly placed THQ and Volition among the top original content creators on PlayStation 2," stated Brian Farrell, president and CEO, THQ. "We are delighted to be building on this franchise for holiday 2002, a time when the PlayStation 2 hardware will be reaching a critical installed base."
"`Red Faction 2' will take the action genre to new heights, thanks to innovations in both game design and technology," said Mike Kulas, president, Volition. "The enhancements we've made to the Geo-Mod engine will allow players to completely interact with a game world, where destroying and altering the environment become an integral part of gameplay."
About "Red Faction 2"
"Red Faction 2" is the sequel to one of the biggest original franchise releases of 2001. Powered by enhancements to Volition's revolutionary Geo-Mod engine that allows players to alter and destroy the game environment in real-time, "Red Faction 2" introduces a host of new features and improvements constructed around a gripping storyline. Players will be tasked with completing multiple mission objectives with an arsenal of weapons and items at their disposal.
"Red Faction 2" will also allow players to commandeer different vehicles and fight alongside elite squad members each with their own attack attributes. Refined graphics, an auto-save function, enhanced enemy AI and dynamic environments will also be featured in "Red Faction 2." New additions to the game's multi-player action include four-player split screen, customizable computer opponents, and new game modes.
New Resident Evil for GameCube screenshots hot off the press:
http://www.hometown.aol.com/atbond007/images/rs1.gif
http://www.hometown.aol.com/atbond007/images/rs2.gif
http://www.hometown.aol.com/atbond007/images/rs3.gif