Dante Posted April 24, 2006 Posted April 24, 2006 THQ Announces Its 2006 Nickelodeon Video Game Lineup Based on Top-Rated Kids' TV Shows and Theatrical Releases Monday April 24, 8:35 am ET THQ to Bring Popular Nickelodeon Properties, Avatar and SpongeBob SquarePants, to Nintendo Revolution this Fall AGOURA HILLS, Calif., April 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- THQ Inc. (Nasdaq: THQI - News) today announced its 2006 video game lineup based on Nickelodeon's top brands for kids. The announcement follows the success of THQ's Nickelodeon-branded games, which have shipped more than 40 million units worldwide to date. Games based on Nickelodeon's highly rated television series "SpongeBob SquarePants," "Avatar: The Last Airbender," "Danny Phantom" and "Unfabulous," as well as a new installment of Nicktoons, are anticipated to ship across multiple game systems in 2006. THQ is also scheduled to release Barnyard based upon Paramount Pictures'/Nickelodeon Movies' upcoming summer theatrical release. "THQ's Nickelodeon video game portfolio continues to dominate the kids video game space with nearly 17 million units of SpongeBob-branded games shipped worldwide. Last year's SpongeBob SquarePants: Lights, Camera, PANTS! and Nicktoons Unite! were two of the top video games for kids in 2005," said Kelly Flock, executive vice president of worldwide publishing, THQ. "This year's lineup includes games based upon some of the best loved Nickelodeon shows, as well as several exciting new television and theatrical properties. Nickelodeon fans and kids of all ages can expect to see new features, gameplay and adventures that are sure to provide hours of quality entertainment and loads of fun." "We look forward to continuing our very successful alliance with THQ in the interactive entertainment market," said Stephen Youngwood, executive vice president, Nickelodeon Digital Media. "This year's lineup gives kids the opportunity to have fun with all their favorite Nickelodeon characters, as well as several of our newest shows and movies." The 2006 THQ/Nickelodeon video game lineup includes: * SpongeBob SquarePants: Creature from the Krusty Krab -- In a unique and creative twist, SpongeBob SquarePants explores the peculiar world of Bikini Bottom as it transforms through a series of various unique visual styles. Continuing to reign as a top gaming and TV property, SpongeBob SquarePants: Creature from the Krusty Krab offers fans brand new gameplay mechanics through nine visually bizarre levels. Expected for PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, Nintendo GameCube®, Nintendo Revolution, Game Boy® Advance, Nintendo DS and Windows PC this fall. * Avatar: The Last Airbender -- Based on Nickelodeon's hottest new show, fans will play as Aang, Katara, Sokka and Haru as they grow into an unstoppable team utilizing the kung fu inspired bending arts through the Avatar universe. Players will explore the four Avatar nations in beautifully detailed environments and battle new enemies. Expected for PlayStation 2, Nintendo GameCube, Xbox® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Nintendo Revolution, Game Boy Advance, PSP (PlayStation®Portable) system, Nintendo DS and Windows PC this fall. * Nicktoons (working title) -- The most popular Nickelodeon characters combine their unique weapons and powers to battle the newest, enemies threatening to destroy a mysterious Nicktoons paradise island. Players will assume the role of up to 10 playable characters from the most popular shows including "SpongeBob SquarePants," "Danny Phantom," "The Fairly OddParents" and "Jimmy Neutron." Expected for PlayStation 2, Nintendo GameCube, Game Boy Advance and Nintendo DS this fall. This title has not yet been concept approved by Sony Computer Entertainment America. * Barnyard -- Enter the world of Nickelodeon's newest adventure and bring the Barnyard movie to life. Players will be able to interact with all of their favorite characters from the movie while trying to prove they have what it takes to be the biggest party animal of them all. The film is written, produced and directed by acclaimed comedy writer/producer Steve Oedekerk ("Bruce Almighty," "Ace Ventura," "The Nutty Professor," "Kung Pow") and Nickelodeon Movies, producers of the Oscar® nominated "Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius." The Barnyard video game is expected to be available on July 25 for the PlayStation 2, Nintendo GameCube, Game Boy Advance and Windows PC this fall. * Unfabulous -- Based on Nickelodeon's popular live-action TV show starring Emma Roberts, Unfabulous will allow players to assume the role of Addie Singer as she navigates the hectic halls of Rocky Road Middle School and avoids becoming popularity roadkill. Players will move through various levels based on events from the show and encounter Addie's friends, family and secret crushes. Expected for Game Boy Advance this fall. * Danny Phantom Urban Jungle -- Based on an upcoming on-air special of the same name, Danny Phantom goes on a brand new adventure. A new, powerful eco-ghost turns Amity Park into a real urban jungle, and fans must play as Danny Phantom to learn an all new freeze power to defeat his evil nemesis. Expected for Nintendo DS and Game Boy Advance this fall. The 2006 lineup of THQ/Nickelodeon video games is being developed by THQ's Studio System, which includes 14 owned studios and more than 25 of the best independent development teams. THQ's Blue Tongue Entertainment is developing Barnyard and Nicktoons, while THQ's Studio Australia is developing Avatar: The Last Airbender. Independent studio, Blitz Games, is developing SpongeBob SquarePants: Creature from the Krusty Krab. In addition, hand held versions of THQ's entire 2006 Nickelodeon lineup are in development by a number of independent developers including Altron, Natsume, Halfbrick Studios, Wayforward and Tose.
ShadowV7 Posted April 24, 2006 Posted April 24, 2006 Cool,nice find even though I won't really buy them.
Nintendork Posted April 24, 2006 Posted April 24, 2006 Good for the kids, not my cup of tea. Though I do love a bit of Sponge Bob I don't really want to play a game with him in it. Ooooh who lives in a pineapple under the sea? Why the hell don't Nickleodeon just buy the developper.. they'd make a much better profit to be honest.
Nintenchris Posted April 24, 2006 Posted April 24, 2006 For f**k sake ... all bound to be good for the kids but wheres the WWE game?? HUH HUH THQ!
mario_jr Posted April 24, 2006 Posted April 24, 2006 THQ and their Damn Nickelodeon Games. Its games like these that give Nintendo a bad name, because they don't sell. Its like screw you THQ gimme something that will sell.
21st century cowboy Posted April 24, 2006 Posted April 24, 2006 THQ and their Damn Nickelodeon Games. Its games like these that give Nintendo a bad name, because they don't sell. Its like screw you THQ gimme something that will sell. They wouldn't put them on the console unless they sold.
mario_jr Posted April 24, 2006 Posted April 24, 2006 They wouldn't put them on the console unless they sold. you mean like all those Nick games on the Gameboy. how many of those sold huh? how many people you know bought a Nick game.
21st century cowboy Posted April 24, 2006 Posted April 24, 2006 you mean like all those Nick games on the Gameboy. how many of those sold huh? how many people you know bought a Nick game. None. I'd probably dissacociate myself with anyone who bought one of those games. Although thinking about it my sister did buy this mickey mouse game for the Game Boy.
gaggle64 Posted April 24, 2006 Posted April 24, 2006 It's difficult to comprehend how little excited I am.
Social Posted April 24, 2006 Posted April 24, 2006 Think about the poor suckers that have to develop these games lol. Already doomed from the start Someone please bomb Nickelodeon
ShadowV7 Posted April 24, 2006 Posted April 24, 2006 I don't mind Nickelodeon.I like Spongebob and Fairly Odd Parent's
Nintendork Posted April 24, 2006 Posted April 24, 2006 Social, they make kids happy. I remember the mid 90s when Keenan and Kel was on, that was an okay show tbh.. and it had 'Koolio' they're the least coroporate of the kids TV networks excluding the CBBC one of course.
21st century cowboy Posted April 24, 2006 Posted April 24, 2006 Keenan and Kel was hilarious, at the time. Not sure what I'd make of it if I watched it these days. I will always remember the one with the screw in the can of tuna. Anyway as long as it gets kids experiencing and using the FHC I'm all for it. Lets face it no serious gamer is ever going to think twice about this game when it is released. Children of the Revolution!
goku21 Posted April 24, 2006 Posted April 24, 2006 The severity of these games is too low! It won´t have stunning graphics! They will be short(walkthrough)! But you know what? It´s for kids! It´s the real deal for kids but not for us! But our games are no real deal for the kids...so what? They sold good so ...
ShadowV7 Posted April 24, 2006 Posted April 24, 2006 'Who love's orange soda' ,amazing program.They do have good program's but I just won't buy the game's unless I see it really cheap.
DiemetriX Posted April 25, 2006 Posted April 25, 2006 Who wants to bet these games will be sub-par? Sub-par Indeed
raven_blade2006 Posted April 25, 2006 Posted April 25, 2006 Something for everyone..... I just hope THQ knows we want the bare minimum of these games on the Revolution. Equal to the other consoles but NOT more.
InvaderElmo Posted April 25, 2006 Posted April 25, 2006 The important thing Nintendo is trying to do is appeal to all audiences. If the parents buy it for their little kids then it is already in the house. That way when games like Bob Ross or Brain Training Revolution come out there will be more incentive to pick them up and try them- at least to rent them. It's all part of a bigger picture. Those parents get hooked on Bob Ross, tell their friends... or they pick up a party game and invite people over to play it... kiddie games may not appeal to us fangeeks, but they'll have plenty of games that do.
ShadowV7 Posted April 25, 2006 Posted April 25, 2006 They are doing well with appealing,look at the DS.Hopefully these game's will attract younger gamer's but we don't want to much childish game's.
ultrajamie Posted April 25, 2006 Posted April 25, 2006 ....not look so different from the gamecubes thirdparty support from that little lot, is it?
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