THQ® Inc. today announced the release of MotoGP 2 for the
Xboxâ„¢ video game system from Microsoft and PC. Sequel to one of the most
popular Xbox Live! titles and based on the fastest, most thrilling machines on
two wheels, MotoGP 2 is available at major retail outlets nationwide.

“THQ is thrilled to continue its support of Xbox Live! with titles
that lend themselves to the growth and excitement of Xbox’s online community,”
stated Tiffany Ternan, Senior Vice President, North American Sales and Distribution,
THQ. “Featuring amazingly detailed Xbox graphics, along with several
compelling modes of gameplay, MotoGP 2 is one of the most intense racing experiences
available for any system.” . . .

About MotoGP 2
MotoGP 2 puts players in control of some of the most advanced racing
machines on the planet. Developed by Climax, the game features 16 real world
tracks, all of the bikes and riders from the 2002 MotoGP series and an intuitive,
arcade style control system for the hardcore racing fan. With a variety of innovative
gameplay elements, supported by revolutionary graphical and technical features
of Climax’s motor sports engine, MotoGP 2 features an ideal mix of speed, style
and technology to Xbox and PC. Ultra realistic vehicle physics and intense multiplayer
modes make this one of the most in-depth motorcycle racing games to date. In
territories outside of the USA and Canada, this game will be known as MotoGP:
Ultimate Racing Technology 2.

MotoGP is the world’s fastest, most advanced form of motorcycle racing. With
16 Grand Prix races taking place on all five continents, MotoGP is watched in
more than 200 countries around the world with an average audience of 320 million
television viewers per event. The world’s leading motorcycle manufacturers all
participate with their own state-of-the-art, high-tech motorcycles unique to
the MotoGP World Championships. MotoGP is managed by Dorna Sports.

Press Reaction to MotoGP 2

  • “Without a doubt, a contender for racing game of the year.”
    – GMR Magazine
  • “Visually stunning.” – Official Xbox Magazine
  • “MotoGP 2’s graphics approach near photographic quality.”
    – Xbox Nation Magazine

About Dorna Sports
Dorna, based in Madrid, Spain, has the exploitation rights to the world’s top
motorcycle sports, including the Motocross World Championships, the Supercross
World Championships and MotoGP. The official website is located at http://www.motograndprix.com.

About THQ
THQ (Nasdaq:THQI) is a leading independent publisher of interactive entertainment
software worldwide. The company develops its products for all popular game systems
including the PlayStation® 2 computer entertainment system from Sony Computer
Entertainment, the Xbox™ videogame system from Microsoft, Nintendo®
GameCube and Game Boy Advance, personal computers as well as wireless devices.
The THQ web site is located at www.thq.com.
The THQ Wireless site is located at www.thqwireless.com.

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