For more information on Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War and Warhammer
40,000: Dawn of War: Winter Assault, please visit http://www. Headquartered
in Los Angeles County, California, THQ sells product through its global
network of offices located in the United States, United Kingdom, France ,
Germany, Netherlands, Spain, Korea and Australia.

* Epic Adventure: Create a unique hero and set out into the wilds of
Unataca to battle powerful creatures, save your city of Aven from
imminent extinction and unravel the mysteries of a looming peril.UntoldLegends .

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Other Upcoming Hits Include Star Wars Galaxies:
The Total Experience and Star Wars Empire at War

LucasArts revealed today that Indiana Jones(R) will once again don
his famous fedora with a new video game set for release on
next-generation consoles in 2007.
Fans of the original Star Wars Battlefront will also enjoy an all-new
single-player experience that takes players through an epic,
story-based saga where every action the player takes impacts the
battlefront and, ultimately, the fate of the Star Wars galaxy.

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* Wireless Multiplayer Gameplay: A wireless multiplayer mode features
gameplay through the PSP handheld system's wireless feature. PSP is a trademark of
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

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Untold Legends(TM): Brotherhood of the Blade(TM ) Ships to North American Retail Stores

"
With fast-paced, hack 'n slash action, randomly-generated environments,
hundreds of monsters and items, beautiful 3D graphics, and four-person,
wireless cooperative multiplayer gameplay via the PSP handheld system's
built-in wireless connectivity, Untold Legends: Brotherhood of the Blade
offers a compelling, on-the-go gameplay experience never before seen on a
handheld gaming device. Prior to that, the well-reviewed squad-based
shooter Star Wars Republic Commando ranked as the No.
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, 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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Untold Legends and Brotherhood of the
Blade are trademarks of Sony Online Entertainment Inc.
"As gaming consoles head into the next generation, so too do our
development teams," said Jim Ward, President of LucasArts.
While other companies have released handheld Star Wars games in the
past, Star Wars Battlefront II for PSP is the first to actually be
published by LucasArts .
For more information, keep your eyes on www.

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com. (SOE),
a worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online (MMO) gaming, today
announced that Untold Legends(TM): Brotherhood of the Blade(TM) has shipped to
North American retail stores.

* Beautiful 3D Environments: Battle through more than 100 diverse levels
that come alive with brilliant 3D graphics, stunning lighting, dynamic
visual effects and highly-detailed player characters and monsters. Players can join the Rebellion as a
smuggler, work for themselves as a mercenary for hire, or use their
Imperial sniping skills to rid the galaxy of pesky species like Jawas,
Ewoks and Gungans."
Set for a Fall 2005 release on the PlayStation 2, Xbox and PC
platforms, Star Wars Battlefront II takes the best-selling Star Wars
video game of all time one Imperial-walker step forward with all-new
space combat, playable Jedi, and never-before-seen environments
straight out of the Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith film. company, is a leading developer and
publisher of interactive entertainment software worldwide for video
game console systems, computers and the Internet.lucasarts. In addition to
its motion -picture and television production operations, the company's
global activities include Industrial Light + Magic and Skywalker
Sound, serving the digital needs of the entertainment industry for
visual -effects and audio post-production; and Lucas Licensing, which
manages the global merchandising activities for Lucasfilm's
entertainment properties.

(1): Per The NPD Group
(2): For complete list of awards please visit lucasarts.

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About Games Workshop
Games Workshop is the world 's largest tabletop wargames company.

About Relic Entertainment
Founded in 1997 and acquired by THQ in 2004, Relic Entertainment is a
leader in the development of innovative real-time strategy games for Windows
PC. (Nasdaq: THQI) is a leading worldwide developer and publisher of
interactive entertainment software. Untold Legends: Brotherhood of the Blade introduces
four customizable playable races; an original storyline; a huge game world of
over 100 levels; 150 different creatures to battle; hundreds of thousands of
items to discover; and beautiful, vibrant environments that take full
advantage of the PSP handheld system's technical capabilities.

About Sony Online Entertainment
Sony Online Entertainment Inc. Wi-Fi compatibility permits up to four players to
join in at once , either cooperatively or competitively, and they can
also partake in classic Instant Action mode to fight their favorite
Star Wars battles any way they want to.
The collection is developed by Sony Online Entertainment and ships on
May 24, 2005.com,
LucasArts was created in 1982 by George Lucas to provide an
interactive element to his vision of a state-of-the-art, multifaceted
entertainment company.

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The studio's most recent release, "Warhammer 40,000:
Dawn of War" (2004), won numerous accolades including "Strategy Game of the
Year" from Computer Gaming World. Such forward-looking statements are
subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ
materially from those expressed or implied by such forward looking statements,
including, but not limited to economic, competitive and technological factors
affecting the operations, markets, products, and pricing of THQ. Untold Legends: Brotherhood of the Blade
offers on-the-go action-RPG combat, intense multiplayer battles and a
completely original adventure for you to uncover.

* Challenging Boss Monster Battles: Engage in strategic combat with
humongous bosses, each with their own distinctive combat techniques. "Our teams
are truly embracing the incredible power of these systems , not only
with amazing graphics but also, more importantly, with unforgettable
story-driven adventures starring fascinating characters like Indiana
Jones.

SIZE MATTERS NOT

LucasArts will finally unleash its first handheld game this fall.

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As a dark threat looms and a gathering of unknown
forces grows stronger, heroes have been called and the Brotherhood of the
Blade has been formed .

* Hordes of Monsters: Battle over 150 types of monsters with 50 unique
models and textures. Las
Vegas-based strategy veterans at Petroglyph developed the game, which
is scheduled for release in Spring 2006.com

About LucasArts

LucasArts, a Lucasfilm Ltd.

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Games Workshop , Warhammer,
Warhammer 40,000, Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War, Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War
:Winter Assault and all images, races and characters from the Warhammer 40,000
universe are either (R), TM and/or (C) Games Workshop Ltd 2000-2005, variably
registered in the UK and other countries around the world. Today, Relic is building on this legacy by
developing multiple ground-breaking projects in the RTS genre.

* Items and Artifacts: Collect hundreds of items, usable gear and rare
magical artifacts to aid in your battles.
Finally, the award-winning Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic
series has given players a whole new way to experience the temptation
of the dark side of the Force, as the 2003 original netted more than
40 Game of the Year awards(2) and the 2004 sequel (subtitled The Sith
Lords) received further acclaim. "Upcoming releases
like Star Wars Battlefront II, Star Wars Galaxies: The Total
Experience and Star Wars Empire at War demonstrate LucasArts'
commitment to satisfying the huge install base of both markets, which
we'll continue to do for the foreseeable future.

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and its subsidiaries (collectively referred to as "THQ"),
including but not limited to expectations and projections related to the
release and features of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War: Winter Assault and Dawn
of War: Game of the Year Edition, and are based upon management's beliefs and
certain assumptions made by management.com.

LucasArts Announces Next-Generation Indiana Jones Game and Its Plans to Enter the Handheld Market with a PSP Version of the Eagerly Anticipated Star Wars Battl

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The 41st Millennium Forces Are at Your Command: Dawn of War: Winter Assault(TM) and Dawn of War: Game of the Year Edition(TM) Ship Today Exclusively for Window

Dawn of War: Winter Assault will ship with an exclusive
collectible card for the Sabretooth Games Dark Millennium: The Warhammer
40,000 Collectible Card Game featuring an Eldar Farseer fighting an Ork
Warlord. The company develops its products for all
popular game systems, personal computers and wireless devices. SOE , the SOE logo and PlanetSide are registered trademarks of
Sony Online Entertainment Inc. Also coming to
the PC platform are immersive online adventures in Star Wars
Galaxies(R): The Total Experience (May 24, 2005) and the power to
command galactic forces in Star Wars Empire at War(TM) (Spring 2006 ). Based in Marin
County, Calif.

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Just two weeks ago, it
released the Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith video game on
PlayStation 2 and Xbox, which has become the fastest-selling title in
LucasArts history.
Develop your own character from 10 highly customizable species, and
choose from over 30 professions.

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Readers are cautioned
not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak
only as of the date of this press release.
"Untold Legends beautifully captures the appeal of the Action RPG genre
and fully utilizes the amazing features of the PSP handheld system," said
Michael Lustenberger, Vice President of Marketing, Sony Online Entertainment. Connect
directly with multiple PSP handheld systems for the ultimate in
hack 'n slash action with no wires!

* Four Playable Character Classes: Select from four unique character
classes including an ancient order of valiant Knights, a foundation of
brilliant Alchemists, an order of noble Druids, and a race of feral
hunters known as the Berserkers. 1 Xbox release
for March 2005(1), and the playground of destruction found in
Mercenaries blew the living crap out of the system -wide charts en
route to becoming the best-selling game of 2005's first quarter(1)
(also proving that not every LucasArts game needs Star Wars in the
title to be a hit).

BREAK OUT THE HAT AND WHIP

Powered by the next generation in console technology, Indy's back
and better than ever! Created internally by LucasArts, the
yet-to-be-named Indiana Jones video game sends the iconic
archaeologist on his most epic adventure yet.

THIS IS WHERE THE FUN BEGINS

"Even as the industry prepares for the next generation of
consoles, it's important to recognize that current systems are still
very relevant and that the PC platform remains as strong as ever,"
said Vice President of Production Peter Hirschmann.

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Developed and published by SOE, Untold Legends:
Brotherhood of the Blade has been built from the ground-up specifically for
the PSP(TM) handheld entertainment system, and is the only cooperative
multiplayer action role-playing game (RPG) available at the new system's North
American launch on March 24th.

* Action RPG: Wield your blade and cast powerful spells in this
action-packed, hack 'n slash RPG exclusively for the PSP handheld
system. (SOE), a subsidiary of Sony Pictures
Digital Inc.

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, the
dark, futuristic, fantasy universe from Games Workshop (LSE: GAW) traveled by
millions worldwide. Memory Stick Duo(TM) may be required (sold
separately). The immersive online experience brings the worlds
of Star Wars to life through the eyes of their most heroic character
-- you! Team up with fellow adventurers playing online -- thousands
play at any given time -- as you explore 11 space zones and planets
like Tatooine , Naboo and the Episode III Wookiee planet of Kashyyyk. Set a few years before the events of
Episode IV: A New Hope, LucasArts' new PC game lets players wage war
on ground and in space, as well as experience the creation of the
Rebel Alliance, the strengthening of the Empire and the beginnings of
the Galactic Civil War.lucasarts. Lucasfilm Ltd.

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CALABASAS HILLS, Calif. Since then, Relic has released "Homeworld: Cataclysm" (2000,
co-developed with Barking Dog Studios), "Impossible Creatures" (2003 ), and
"Homeworld 2" (2003).99.

About Untold Legends: Brotherhood of the Blade
Journey to a world beyond the realms of imagination and engage in battles
to save Aven, a timeless city of safe haven and the last remaining stronghold
of Good in a world of Evil.

* Character Customization: Modify your hero for a completely customized
look and ability set. All other trademarks and trade names are
properties of their respective owners.

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The statements contained in this press release that are not historical
facts may be "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private
Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward -looking statements
are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about the
business of THQ Inc. - In Expectation of the PSP(TM) Handheld Entertainment System's Launch on
March 24, SOE's Highly-Anticipated Action Role-Playing Game Will Be Available
in Stores Tomorrow -

SAN DIEGO, Sony Online Entertainment Inc. Known for its
blockbuster franchises, EverQuest(R), EverQuest(R) II, Champions of
Norrath(TM), 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. 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.

EverQuest is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment
America Inc.
Developed by Savage Entertainment, Star Wars Battlefront II for
PSP is similar to its recently announced console counterpart (see
below) with space combat, playable Jedi, and Star Wars: Episode III
Revenge of the Sith content, yet it still boasts several distinct
features meant to embrace the "on-the-go" nature of a handheld system.
Star Wars Empire at War puts the power to command an entire war
for the Star Wars galaxy in the hands of players, giving them the
freedom to determine how they play the game within the completely
scalable and accessible gameplay. Memorable Star Wars
hero characters can be brought into the action to help turn the tide
of the battle as players build, manage and upgrade their space and
ground-based units, vehicles, troops and base structures. is headquartered in Marin County,
Calif.

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More information about THQ
and its products may be found at http://www. At the same time, titles for the revolutionary new handheld
systems are something we know gamers want, and we're excited to enter
this field.
Critically acclaimed Pandemic Studios is once again developing the
game for LucasArts.

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All rights
reserved. THQ,
Relic Entertainment and their respective logos are trademarks and/or
registered trademarks of THQ Inc.
"With visually stunning graphics , fast hack 'n slash combat, an original
storyline, and wireless gameplay, Untold Legends offers gamers a truly epic
adventure right in the palm of their hands.

For more information on Untold Legends: Brotherhood of the Blade, please
visit: http://www.
Star Wars Galaxies: The Total Experience collects Star Wars
Galaxies: An Empire Divided, Star Wars Galaxies: Jump to Lightspeed
and Star Wars Galaxies: Episode III Rage of the Wookiees into one
affordable package.

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* Dynamic Game Experience: Play in randomly generated environments and
fight against unique monsters for a different experience every time
you play. They'll experience an
interactive story unlike any that's ever unfolded before them, as well
as a noticeable evolution in physics and artificial intelligence.
The game includes several unique mini-campaigns as opposed to the much
longer campaign seen on consoles., as well as on the Internet at www. is one of the world's leading film and
entertainment companies. Additionally, Lucas Online creates
Internet-based content for Lucasfilm's entertainment properties and
businesses. Lucasfilm's motion-picture productions include five of the
20 biggest box-office hits of all time and have received 19 Oscars and
53 Academy Award nominations.

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com. The company also announced its
intention to enter the handheld gaming market, with a Sony PSP(TM)
version of Star Wars Battlefront(TM) II set to join the previously
unveiled PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system, Xbox(R) video
game system from Microsoft and PC versions this Fall."

LEGACY OF HITS

A recent series of hit releases has blasted LucasArts to its most
successful era in nearly 25 years as a company.

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Readers
should carefully review the risk factors and the 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 Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Annual Report on Form 10-K
for the fiscal period ended March 31, 2005, and particularly the discussion of
risk factors that may affect results of operations set forth therein. Untold Legends: Brotherhood of the Blade
carries the suggested retail price of $39. Founded by George Lucas in 1971 , it is a
privately held, fully integrated entertainment company.

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Further details on the
company can be obtained at http://www. It is up to you and your chosen brothers to unravel
the mysteries of this looming peril. Each character class has unique
fighting abilities or magical spells . In September 2004, Star Wars Battlefront became
the best-selling Star Wars game of all time after being released in
concert with the Classic Trilogy DVD set and receiving rave reviews. In 2007, the strength of
the upcoming systems presents players with incredibly realistic,
detailed environments that will span the globe. Lucasfilm's television projects have won
12 Emmy Awards.

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Based in
Nottingham , UK, it designs, manufactures and distributes its range of
Warhammer and Warhammer 40,000 games, miniature soldiers, and novels, through
more than 300 of its own Hobby centers, mail order, Internet and independent
retail channels in more than 50 countries worldwide.games-workshop. Relic's first title, "Homeworld" (1999), was received to widespread
acclaim, garnering several "Game of the Year " and "Strategy Game of the Year"
awards from major industry publications including PC Gamer and Computer Gaming
World.

About THQ
THQ Inc.com. 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. SOE creates, develops and provides compelling entertainment for the
personal computer, online, game console and wireless markets . Also, command your own starship and
recruit a crew comprised of the friends you've made playing the game. Players choose to join either the Rebel
Alliance or the Galactic Empire, building and setting up tactical
forces to unleash upon the enemy in real-time 3D.com


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