MX VS. ATV ALIVE To Feature KTM Downloadable Content
AGOURA HILLS, Calif. -- THQ Inc. (NASDAQ: THQI) today announced a collaboration with KTM Sportmotorcycle AG to offer branded models in the next installment of the 10 million unit-selling MX vs. ATV® series. As part of an awesome array of downloadable content, MX vs. ATV® AliveTM will include a variety of KTM models including the 350 SX-F, 250 SX-F and 150 SX motorcycles, 450 SX ATV and select items from KTM’s PowerWear line.
“We are thrilled to be working with KTM once again in offering branded vehicles in the MX vs. ATV series,” said Michael Lustenberger, THQ Vice President of Global Brand Management, Online/Digital Games. “Adding KTM to the robust lineup of DLC in MX vs. ATV Alive is one of many steps we are taking to deliver a unique, customizable experience for fans – giving them the opportunity to download everything they want and make the game entirely their own.”
With the scheduled May 10, 2011 release date approaching fast, make sure to pre-order MX vs. ATV Alive. The James Stewart Motocross Compound will be available at launch as part of the MotoClub Pro membership. Head over to MXvsATV.com for more information and the opportunity to sign up now for the community, where you will gain access to exclusive members-only content, swag-loaded giveaways, interviews with pro riders, monthly newsletters and much more!
About MX vs. ATV Alive
MX vs. ATV Alive will take THQ’s leading original franchise to exhilarating new heights with Bar-to-Bar racing, enhanced physics and the next step in downloadable content distribution. The new Bar-to-Bar racing mechanic allows for increased physical contact between riders so players can battle for position on the track like never before, creating the most intense, realistic racing experience yet. Featuring an advanced version of the franchise’s celebrated physics engine, MX vs. ATV Alive will deliver refined terrain deformation and smooth, intuitive controls that will appeal to newcomers and hardcore fans alike. MX vs. ATV Alive will also employ an “a la carte” method of digital content distribution that allows players to pay for only what they want to play. And for the first time in the series’ history, MX vs. ATV Alive will feature a prominent motocross athlete on the cover and in a variety of in-game videos: two-time AMA Supercross Champion James Stewart. MX vs. ATV Alive will deliver the ultimate motocross racing experience when it releases on Xbox 360 and PlayStation3 for a suggested retail price of $39.99 on its scheduled launch in May 2011. For more information on MX vs. ATV Alive, please go to www.mxvsatv.com.
About THQ
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 throughout North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. More information about THQ and its products may be found at www.thq.com. THQ, MX vs. ATV, MX vs. ATV Alive and their respective logos are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of THQ Inc.
