Save the Neighborhood in the New Monster House(TM) Video Game From THQ, Based on the Anticipated Summer Blockbuster Film From Columbia Pictures

Save the Neighborhood in the New Monster House(TM) Video Game From THQ, Based on the Anticipated Summer Blockbuster Film From Columbia Pictures

Relive Key Moments From the Movie on the PlayStation(R)2 System, Nintendo GameCube(TM), GameBoy(R) Advance and Nintendo DS(TM)

AGOURA HILLS, Calif., July 18 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- THQ Inc. (NASDAQ:THQI) today announced the release of the Monster House(TM) video game for the PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system, Nintendo GameCube(TM), GameBoy(R) Advance and Nintendo DS(TM). The game is based on the upcoming Monster House film by award winning producers Steven Spielberg and Robert Zemeckis, and director Gil Kenan, and is scheduled for theatrical release in North America on July 21.

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"Monster House(TM) is a perfect property for the video game space, with elements of action, suspense and combat that will resonate with young and older gamers alike as they immerse themselves into the eerie adventures encountered by the movie's heroes," said John Ardell, director, global brand management, THQ. "THQ is extremely pleased to be working with Columbia Pictures in bringing Monster House(TM) to the interactive space; we feel it is a great complement to our leading mass-market content portfolio."

"With its global publishing expertise, THQ has done a tremendous job of creating a game with exemplary visuals that capture both the look and feel of the film," said Mark Caplan, vice president, interactive, Sony Pictures Consumer Products. "The Monster House(TM) video game also extends the moviegoer's experience, offering players the ability to explore new sections of the house that were not featured in the film."

About the Columbia Pictures' Film Monster House

Columbia Pictures and executive producers Robert Zemeckis and Steven Spielberg present Monster House, an exciting and hilarious thrill-ride tale about three kids who must do battle with a mysterious house that threatens anyone who crosses its path.

Steve Buscemi, Nick Cannon, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Kevin James, Jason Lee, Catherine O'Hara, Kathleen Turner and Fred Willard are among the stars lined up for Monster House. Joining them are newcomers Mitchel Musso, Sam Lerner and Spencer Locke. Steve Starkey and Jack Rapke of ImageMovers are producing with executive producer Jason Clark.

Monster House is directed by Gil Kenan, the UCLA Spotlight Award-winning director of the live-action/animation short The Lark. The film is written by Dan Harmon & Rob Schrab and Pamela Pettler. The digital animation is by Sony Pictures Imageworks.

About the Monster House Video Game

The Monster House(TM) video game will allow players to experience key moments of the movie as they explore the creepy house room by room. With three playable characters (voiced by the stars from the film), fans will take on unique adventures inspired by the movie. Players will use their upgradeable water blasters, as well as each character's unique weapon, to battle nightmarish creatures created from the house and its demented objects. In addition, the 2D arcade game, "Thou Art Dead", featured in the film can be conquered by players in the game also. With spooky surprises around every corner, the Monster House(TM) video game is sure to keep players on the edge of their seats, as they try to save the neighborhood!

For more information on the Monster House(TM) video game and the rest of THQ's 2006 product line-up please, please visit www.thq.com.

About Sony Pictures Consumer Products

Sony Pictures Consumer Products (SPCP), a Division of Columbia TriStar Consumer Marketing (CTCM), is based in Los Angeles and handles the merchandising and branding efforts for some of the most recognized properties in film and television.

Columbia TriStar Consumer Marketing is a division of Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE). SPE is a subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America (SCA), a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Corporation. SPE's global operations encompass motion picture production and distribution; television production and distribution; digital content creation and distribution; worldwide channel investments; home entertainment acquisition and distribution; operation of studio facilities; development of new entertainment products, services and technologies; and distribution of filmed entertainment in 67 countries. Sony Pictures Entertainment can be found on the World Wide Web at http://www.sonypictures.com/.

About Columbia Pictures

Columbia Pictures, part of the Columbia TriStar Motion Picture Group, is a Sony Pictures Entertainment company. Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) is a subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America (SCA), a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Corporation. SPE's global operations encompass motion picture production and distribution; television production and distribution; digital content creation and distribution; worldwide channel investments; home entertainment acquisition and distribution; operation of studio facilities; development of new entertainment products, services and technologies; and distribution of filmed entertainment in 67 countries. Sony Pictures Entertainment can be found on the World Wide Web at http://www.sonypictures.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 and www.thqwireless.com. THQ, THQ Wireless and their respective logos are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of THQ Inc.

"PlayStation" and the "PS" Family logo are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

Nintendo, Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS and Nintendo GameCube are trademarks and/or registered of Nintendo.

All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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. and its subsidiaries (collectively referred to as "THQ"), including, but not limited to, expectations and projections related to the Monster House video game, and are based upon management's current beliefs and certain assumptions made by management. 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, business, competitive, economic, legal, political and technological factors affecting our industry, operations, markets, products or pricing. 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, 2006, and particularly the discussion of risk factors set forth therein. 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. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release.

Kristina Kirk
THQ/Media Relations
818/871-5119
kristina.kirk@thq.com

Julie MacMedan
THQ/Investor Relations
818/871-5095
investor@thq.com

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