This is a very common problem among
children between the ages of three and six," said Dr.medialinkfeatures. Titan Quest is scheduled to
release in 2006 and will be unveiled at the Electronic Entertainment Expo
(E3 ).

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Best Spouse Class: Druids topped the list of best class for a spouse with
25% of the vote, followed by Paladins, Wizards and Carpenters. Players will encounter hundreds of creatures as they
travel across majestic landscapes of rolling hills, barren deserts, dense
forests, and bustling cities. In addition to
thousands of armor, weapons and items users can equip, players will be
able to customize their character's facial appearance to an incredible
level of detail and personalization
* 16 races, dozens of levels and 24 classes with a branching system that
allows players to choose their class as they advance
* Character-owned real estate (such as apartments , homes, and guild
houses)
* No race/class combination limitations, allowing players to truly
choose who they want to be in game
* New user friendly game mechanics with reduced learning curve for both
new and seasoned players
* More than 160 unique creature types, from Orcs and Goblins to huge
dragons and menacing Living Statues
* A state-of-the-art, cinematic quality 3D graphics engine capable of
improving as hardware technology advances
* State-of-the art combat, spell and skill systems
* Trade skills available to all player classes

About Sony Online Entertainment
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information that could materially affect THQ's financial results, described in
other documents that THQ files from time to time with the Securities and
Exchange Commission, including its and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and
Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal period ended March 31, 2004, and
particularly the discussion of risk factors that may affect results of
operations set forth therein.

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(Nasdaq: THQI) today announced Titan Quest for Windows PC."
"Our primary goal for Titan Quest is to create an experience that blends
the best of action, role-playing and adventure genres," said Brian Sullivan,
co-founder , president and lead designer, Iron Lore Entertainment.

About Iron Lore Entertainment
Iron Lore Entertainment Ltd.

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About THQ
THQ Inc.thqwireless.

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For more information about Titan Quest, visit
http://thq.asp?1148|49246.

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Love Is in the Air This Valentine 's Day Within the World of EverQuest(R) II

The results reveal a deeper, more romantic side of
online gamers not often seen amongst the hundreds of thousands of players who
spend their time questing through the online world of Norrath. EverQuest II
brings players into its world with a powerful epic storyline and gives them
the power to be the hero or villain in their personal adventure.com /home.aspx?Story=30245

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(SOE ), a
worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online (MMO) gaming, today announced
results of a recent Valentine's Day-themed poll of its user community. Richard Sherman,
an experienced clinical psychologist and long-time board member of the
Los Angeles County Psychological Association. To download copy and photos, please
visit http://www.

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Fishermen and sailors didn't fare as
well; only 3% of the respondents found the entrance to Freeport harbor
romantic. Thousands of items, hundreds of spells, and
unlimited adventure await all who enter the world of EverQuest II., is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online
games, with a subscriber base of over 800,000 active accounts around the
globe.
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network of offices located in the United States, United Kingdom, France,
Germany, Spain, Korea and Australia . More information about THQ and its
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forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could
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such forward looking statements, including, but not limited to economic,
competitive and technological factors affecting the operations, markets,
products, services and pricing of THQ. 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.

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In Titan Quest, players will take an epic journey through such fabled
locations as the Parthenon, the maze of Knossos, the Great Pyramids and the
Hanging Gardens of Babylon. These
forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and
projections about the business of THQ Inc.

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Art and screenshots are available for all characters and classes upon
request.

About EverQuest II
EverQuest II is the next generation of massively multiplayer gaming, a
huge online world where thousands of players come together for adventure and
community. SOE creates, develops and provides compelling entertainment for the
personal computer, online, game console and wireless markets. SOE, the SOE logo and PlanetSide are registered trademarks of Sony
Online Entertainment Inc. All other trademarks and trade names are properties
of their respective owners. Wherever they are, these creatures can cause
many sleepless nights for young children and their parents.
"Monster fear is real. Brian Sullivan's New Action RPG Slated to Bring Mythical Ancient Worlds to
Life in 2006

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Most Romantic Archetype: Players voted Scouts as the most romantic
archetype with 37% of the vote, "because they're skilled in the dark."
Another 24% chose Priests because they "know about the healing," 14% liked
Fighters "because they get up close and personal," and 13% said they liked
Artisans because "they know how to put it all together. Surprisingly, candy, a Valentine 's Day perennial favorite in the real
world, garnered only 2% of the vote for best in-game gift.everquest2 . Readers are cautioned not to place undue
reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date
of this press release.

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Most Romantic Spot: The shore of Antonica at sunset must be the right
place for love, since 50% of respondents voted it the most romantic spot in
EverQuest II.

Sony Online Entertainment also held a Valentine's Day "screenshot" contest
on the EverQuest II website. The company challenged its 300,000 plus-strong
EverQuest II player base to submit both funny and romantic images captured
from the game, with prizes awarded to the winners.medialinkfeatures. "The lush
ancient worlds of Greece and Egypt provide an extraordinary backdrop with
beautiful locations, fascinating mythical creatures and age-old mysteries.

This category is for supernatural and imaginary (fabulous, mythical, legendary, marvelous) creatures that appear in folktales (myths, legends, tales of magic) and folk beliefs, such as monsters, dragons, unicorns, fairies , and mermaids.

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Sexiest Race: According to 25% of the players surveyed, Dark Elves are the
Sexiest Race in EverQuest II, with Wood Elves running a close second with 24%
of the vote..
Players can develop their character through a flexible class system and highly
customizable skills. (Nasdaq: THQI) is a leading worldwide developer and publisher of
interactive entertainment software. THQ , THQ
Wireless and their respective logos are trademarks and/or registered
trademarks of THQ Inc .

This press release may contain "forward-looking statements" within the
meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. and its subsidiaries (collectively
referred to as "THQ"), including but not limited to expectations and
projections related to the release and features of Titan Quest, and are based
upon management's beliefs and certain assumptions made by management .

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" Only 13% of the
responses chose the mystical Mage archetype, despite the fact that "they make
you feel sparks. Another
16% chose a suit of red armor, 11% said flowers, and 10% said a comfortable
bed.

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com to find out what
players feel are the most romantic spots, sexiest characters, and romantic
gifts in EverQuest II.

Multimedia Available: Fear of Imaginary Monsters a Real Problem for Kids and Parents

com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050509/LAM025)
(Logo: http://www. The studio's first title, Titan Quest, is an
action-RPG for Windows PC scheduled for release in 2006. Additional
information about Iron Lore can be found at http://www.

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The runner-up for most romantic spot was the Beach in the
Enchanted Lands with 27% of the vote.
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----Imaginary monsters can lurk behind curtains, in
closets or under beds.newscom.

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Their fears can transform the ghosts and
ghouls of their mind into creatures as real as their playmates. An all-new action
role-playing game (RPG) set in the ancient mythical worlds of Greece and
Egypt, Titan Quest is developed by Iron Lore Entertainment, a new studio led
by Age of Empires co-creator Brian Sullivan. is a high-quality developer of electronic
entertainment software founded in 2000 by Brian Sullivan, co-creator of the
Age of Empires series of games.

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Best In-Game Gift: Lingerie was voted the most popular in-game gift that
players would give if available with a staggering 45% of the vote.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041118/LATH093LOGO)
"The extremely talented team at Iron Lore is focused on delivering the
same level of innovation and creativity gamers have come to expect from Brian
Sullivan," said Philip Holt, senior vice president of product development ,
THQ. "We look forward to sharing their vision for the ultimate in addictive,
fast-action RPG gaming at E3 next week. Titan Quest will be on display in THQ's
booth #1046 in the South Hall of the Los Angeles Convention Center at E3 from
May 18-20.com.

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"The
social bonds formed between players are the biggest draw of our games and
these surveys show that our subscribers are not just thinking about dungeon
raids and magical tomes all the time. Hundreds of images were
submitted to the company -- some of them being of a questionable romantic
nature -- and the results will be posted to http://www. Featuring breathtaking graphics and a vast, beautiful game world
to explore , as well as voices for almost all non-player characters,
EverQuest II sets new standards in gameplay and immersion. Players
enter this world by creating their own unique character, choosing from
16 races and 24 classes. Known for its
blockbuster franchises, EverQuest(R), EverQuest(R) II and PlanetSide (R), as
well as for developing Star Wars Galaxies(TM): An Empire Divided(TM), SOE
continues to redefine the business of online gaming and the creation of active
player communities while introducing new genres on various entertainment
platforms.
Kids often have difficulty distinguishing between their
imagination and reality.

We
are extremely proud that Titan Quest will mark Iron Lore's first release.com.

Also included here are shape shifters, such as vampires and werewolves .

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Over
the past two weeks, Sony Online Entertainment quizzed the player population
through its EverQuest II community site http://www.
EverQuest II also features:

* A new, massive online world for thousands of players to explore,
filled with danger, adventure and mystery
* Voices for most non-player characters (NPCs) in the game, a huge
project encompassing more than 70,000 lines and 130 hours of dialog
* Unparalleled character customization capabilities .com

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and unrestricted use with Medialink Features (MF) dateline
attribution. With an arsenal of more than a thousand pieces of
unique and legendary equipment, players will have to overcome terrifying
monsters and mythical beasts in their quest to save humankind from the Titans.

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- Recent Survey Reveals 'Sexiest' Player Types and Trends in Online Gaming -

SAN DIEGO, Sony Online Entertainment Inc.
"When you put hundreds of thousands of people together in an exciting new
world filled with action and adventure , it doesn't take too long before
relationships blossom and thoughts turn from orc slaying to love ," said Scott
Hartsman, senior producer of EverQuest II, Sony Online Entertainment. Headquartered in San Diego, CA, with additional development
studios in Austin, TX, and Seattle, WA, SOE has an array of cutting-edge
online games in development.
Parents need to take these concerns seriously rather than simply
telling their children that monsters do not exist.

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Conjurers are
apparently the least suited as spouses at 9% because of their affinity for
"pets.

THQ and Iron Lore Entertainment Announce Titan Quest

The company develops its products for all
popular game systems, personal computers and wireless devices.

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Players found the giant, misshapen Ogres to be the least hot of
the 15 selectable races available for players.

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com later today,
before the Valentine's Day weekend begins. (SOE), a subsidiary of Sony Pictures
Digital Inc.

EverQuest is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment America
Inc.

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