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Fight of Your Life Begins With WWE SmackDown vs. Raw

Date Added: October 31, 2006
Story By: Will Hengelbrok

The Fight of Your Life Begins With WWE(R) SmackDown(R) vs. RAW(R) 2006 for the PlayStation(R)2 Computer Entertainment System

Latest WWE Video Game in Multimillion Unit-Selling Series Offers Unparalleled Game Play Experience Complete With Impressive Roster and Powerful New Features

AGOURA HILLS, Calif., Nov. 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- THQ Inc. (Nasdaq: THQI) and JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (Nasdaq: JAKK) today announced that WWE(R) SmackDown(R) vs. RAW(R) 2006 for the PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system has shipped to retailers throughout North America. Joining a successful lineup of WWE video games that have sold in more than 18 million units worldwide since 1999, WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2006 offers the deepest and most intense wrestling experience to date in the highly acclaimed series of video games.

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Developed by Yuke's Co., Ltd. in Japan, WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2006 includes updated Fighting and Stamina systems, impressive graphics, integrated motion capture technology and authentic Superstar voiceovers, bringing game play to life with unprecedented levels of realism and strategy during matches. The game includes a power-packed roster filled with new WWE Legends, updated game play modes and 100 different match types, including Buried Alive, Fulfill Your Fantasy and a Bar Brawl backstage area, which allow players to get closer to the action than ever before. In addition, players can take advantage of a fully customizable 3-D locker room and test their leadership skills with a brand new General Manager Mode.

"With the strength and popularity of its multimillion unit-selling predecessors, along with impressive preorder activity, WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2006 is poised to flourish at retail this holiday season and beyond," said Terri Schiek, vice president of North American sales, THQ. "WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2006 offers a complete package of first class WWE entertainment for long-standing franchise fans and newcomers alike."

"WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2006 marks another impressive milestone for the franchise," said Nelo Lucich, vice president of interactive, JAKKS Pacific. "Offering significant game play improvements, a strong roster of Superstars, new features like General Manager Mode and a customizable 3-D locker room, WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2006 lets fans experience WWE entertainment on a whole new level."

For more information about WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2006 for the PlayStation 2, WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2006 for the PSP(TM) (PlayStation(R)Portable) system scheduled to ship this December, THQ/JAKKS Pacific World Wrestling Entertainment video game franchises or THQ's complete 2005 lineup of games, please visit www.thq.com.

About World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc.

World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: WWE) is an integrated media and entertainment company headquartered in Stamford, Conn., with offices in New York, Los Angeles, Toronto and London. Additional information on the company can be found at wwe.com and corporate.wwe.com. Information on television ratings and community activities can be found at parents.wwe.com.

About JAKKS Pacific, Inc.

JAKKS Pacific, Inc. is a multi-brand company that designs and markets a broad range of toys and consumer products. The product categories include: Action Figures, Art Activity Kits, Stationery, Writing Instruments, Performance Kites, Water Toys, Sports Activity Toys, Vehicles, Infant/Pre-School, Plush, Construction Toys, Electronics, Dolls and Pet Toys and Accessories. The products are sold under various brand names including JAKKS Pacific(R), Play Along(R), Flying Colors(R), Road Champs(R), Child Guidance(R), Pentech(R), Trendmasters(R), Toymax(R), Funnoodle(R), Go Fly a Kite(R), Color Workshop(R), JPI(TM) and Plug It In & Play TV Games(TM). JAKKS(TM) also participates in a joint venture with THQ Inc. that has exclusive worldwide rights to publish and market World Wrestling Entertainment(R) video games. For further information, visit www.jakkspacific.com or www.tvgames.com.

About THQ Inc.

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 in the United States, United Kingdom, Austria, France, Germany, Netherlands, Spain, Korea and Australia. 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.

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