THQ moving away from 'kids licensed entertainment;' Saints Row: The Third ships 3.8 million

In the wake of a rumor that THQ had relinquished a publishing deal with Disney for a variety of children's properties, the ailing publisher released a statement this morning renewing its focus on "core game franchises" over "traditional kids' licensed video games." The company will also be focusing on "digital initiatives" going forward, though we're not sure how that'll be possible after the closure of THQ's digital studio in the UK.

The release specifically cites UFC, Darksiders, Company of Heroes, Insane, Saints Row, Warhammer 40K, and Patrice Desilets' currently-in-production project as "key franchises" for the company going forward, and promises more information will be offered on next thursday's financial call.

Alongside news of the realignment, THQ announced that 3.8... (Continue Reading...)

Rage pre-orders upgraded to 'Anarchy Edition,' four in-game items offered

Rather than tying exclusive Rage pre-order bonuses to a single retailer, Bethesda has decided to give the same free virtual goods to those who buy from one of several popular stores, saving us from the heartache (or rage) of having to choose our freebie.

Pre-orders of the game from GameStop, Amazon, Steam, and Direct2Drive, the company announced, will be given a free bump to the "Anarchy Edition," which includes four bonus items: the Double Barrel Shotgun, the Crimson Elite Armor, the Fists of RAGE (with "RAGE" here apparently translating to "pointy knuckles"), and the Rat Rod Buggy. Everything you need to get properly dressed for a night out on the (ruins of) town.

If all this Rage talk has you getting a little angry that you can't see the game right now, you're in luck! Gameplay footage is waiting for you just... (Continue Reading...)
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