WWE Day of Reckoning Ships for Nintendo GameCube; GameCube Exclusive Features Original Story Mode Developed by WWE Writers

CALABASAS HILLS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 30, 2004--THQ(R) Inc. (Nasdaq:THQI) and JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (Nasdaq:JAKK) today announced the release of their newest World Wrestling Entertainment(TM) (NYSE:WWE) licensed video game, WWE Day of Reckoning(TM) exclusively for Nintendo(R) GameCube(TM). According to The NPD Group, Inc./NPD Funworld/TRSTS Video Games Service, the World Wrestling Entertainment videogame franchise has total sales in excess of $680 million in the U.S. alone, making it one of the biggest brands in interactive entertainment. WWE Day of Reckoning is now available at major retail outlets throughout North America.

"We're confident that WWE Day of Reckoning captures all the action, excitement and attitude of the world-recognized World Wrestling Entertainment brand," stated Phillip Holt, Vice President of Product Development, THQ. "WWE Day of Reckoning delivers the GameCube's most comprehensive WWE experience to date with its compelling story mode, graphical upgrades and inclusion of new features including legends and licensed music."

"WWE licensed videogames are becoming deeper than ever, and we're pleased to give GameCube fans a solid addition to their library with WWE Day of Reckoning," said Nelo Lucich, Vice President of Interactive, JAKKS Pacific. "This year's GameCube title introduces classic superstars to the roster, and captures the realism of WWE programming, bringing the fans even closer to the action through this exclusive Nintendo GameCube release."