THQ Brings War Online with ``Warhammer 40,000: Fire Warrior''

THQ Brings War Online with ``Warhammer 40,000: Fire Warrior'; Based on Popular Tabletop Game, ``Warhammer 40,000"

THQ(R) Inc. (Nasdaq:THQI) today announced that "Warhammer(R) 40,000: Fire Warrior(TM)" for PlayStation(R) 2 computer entertainment system and PC is now available at retail outlets worldwide. The game is based on the world of "Warhammer 40,000" -- the dark, futuristic fantasy wargaming universe traveled by millions worldwide from Games Workshop (LSE:GAW), the world's largest tabletop wargames company, and incorporates online gaming for multiplayer on PlayStation(R) 2 and PC.

"THQ is thrilled to bring the deep stories and sinister 41st Millennium setting of `Warhammer 40,000' to Games Workshop's millions of die-hard fans," said Peter Dille, senior vice president, global marketing, THQ. "`Warhammer 40,000: Fire Warrior' provides all the elements of a truly compelling interactive online gaming experience."

The "Warhammer 40,000" game universe was introduced in 1987 and has since become one of the world's leading tabletop wargames. The dark, gothic science fantasy of the universe has been enjoyed by millions of gamers ages 12 and up over its 15-year history, the vast majority of whom own at least one console system and/or PC.

"Warhammer 40,000: Fire Warrior" takes players through one day in the tumultuous life of Kais, a young Tau warrior who must battle alone against a force that shows no mercy: The Imperium of Man. This first-person shooter gives players 21 foreboding futuristic levels to traverse and an arsenal of 15 unique and deadly weapons. Players will encounter a twisted cast of characters, including the powerful armies of Space Marines, Imperial Guard and Tau Fire Warriors that are in constant conflict. The game features various multiplayer modes, including full-screen, 8-player online play for PlayStation 2, and 8-player online for PC, featuring Deathmatch, Team Deathmatch and Capture the Flag.

"Warhammer 40,000: Fire Warrior" has already received high praise from the game enthusiast community:

-- "...`Warhammer 40,000: Fire Warrior' is not only one of the most responsive and playable FPS titles to come down the pipeline in 2003, it's also one of the best online titles of the year." -- PSM, 9 out of 10, "PSM Must-Buy Silver rating"

-- "...fans will revel in seeing their favorite hobby come to life. ...`Fire Warrior' is most definitely one of the top FPS games on the PS2." -- Game Informer, 8.25 out of 10

-- "...gameplay...is fast and furious, the graphics are crisp and detailed, and the enemies appear smart and powerful." --Official PlayStation Magazine

-- "It's been around for years, but THQ and Kuju are out to produce the definitive `Warhammer' videogame. ...incredible deathmatch options...`Fire Warrior' is as high-intensity as you can get." -- IGN.com

-- "The gameplay is fast paced and responsive." -- GameSpot.com

-- "...`Warhammer 40,000: Fire Warrior' is looking like an FPS worth the discriminating console gamer's time." -- UGO.com

-- "...contender for the console FPS of the year." -- GameSpy.com

About Games Workshop
Games Workshop is the world's largest hobby wargames company. Based in Nottingham, England, it designs, manufacturers and distributes its range of "Warhammer" and "Warhammer 40,000" games, miniature soldiers, novels, comics and resin models through more than 296 of its own Hobby centres, mail order, Internet and independent retail channels in more than 50 countries worldwide. Further details on the company can be obtained at www.games-workshop.com.

About THQ
THQ Inc. is a leading independent publisher of interactive entertainment software for a variety of hardware platforms, including those manufactured by Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc., Nintendo(R) and Microsoft(R), as well as PC CD-ROM and wireless devices. The THQ Web site is located at www.thq.com. THQ is a registered trademark of THQ Inc.