Robby-rooby roo!
THQ SHIPS THE LATEST ADVENTURE OF EVERYONE'S FAVORITE CANINE,
SCOOBY-DOO!(tm) UNMASKED
Scooby-Doo Returns To All Major Video Game Systems With A Brand New Look And
Bag Of Tricks To Help Him Do What He Does Best - Solve Mysteries and Consume
Scooby-Snacks!
CALABASAS HILLS, Calif., - September 12, 2005 -THQ Inc. (NASDAQ: THQI) today
announced the return of everybody's favorite canine crime-solver,
Scooby-Doo, in an all-new video game, Scooby-Doo!(tm) Unmasked. Scooby-Doo!
Unmasked, licensed by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, is now
available in retail outlets throughout North America for the PlayStation*2
computer entertainment system, the Xbox® videogame console from Microsoft,
the Nintendo GameCube* and Game Boy® Advance. In addition, Scooby-Doo
Unmasked! is expected to arrive on the Nintendo DS(tm) later this fall.
Scooby-Doo! Unmasked takes advantage of the latest in animation technology,
employing a cel-shading technique that is reminiscent of the original
Scooby-Doo cartoon series. This advanced technique allows Scooby and company
to emote and show facial expression just like you remember them. Fans will also be treated to the voice of Adam West from the original
Batman television series, along with other cartoon voice-actors from the
original Scooby-Doo! TV series.
"Scooby-Doo! Unmasked brings a fresh look, gameplay style and feel to an
already beloved franchise," said Germaine Gioia, vice president of
licensing, THQ. "This is Scooby like you've never seen or played before.
The charm of the game is sure to capture the hearts of Scooby fans young and
old."
"Scooby-Doo! Unmasked offers fans of the cartoon compelling gameplay by
bringing to life the established characters, voices and storylines of the
series, " said Jason Hall, senior vice president, Warner Bros. Interactive
Entertainment. "New costumes and abilities, as well as authentic voice
talent, result in a much deeper and exciting experience for the players."