As previously reported, gaming industry insider Kevin Dent tweeted that THQ has cancelled development on all of its game releasing in 2014. This prompted big rumors that THQ is shutting its doors down for good. THQ itself has now commented on these rumors.
Here’s what THQ have to say:
“THQ has not cancelled its 2014 line-up, and has not made any decisions regarding the planned MMO. As part of the ongoing review of our business, we have made decisions to ensure that the company is strategically addressing the most attractive markets. As we have previously announced, we have dramatically reduced our commitment to the kids’ boxed games sector which leads to a significantly more focused release schedule moving forward. Our slate for calendar 2012 and beyond is focused on high-quality core games and continues to build our digital platform and business. We are excited for our pipeline of original and high-quality content along with our relationships with some of the best talent in the industry.
“Additionally, we are thrilled with the great performance of Saints Row: The Third, which on a like for like period in North America has tripled in sell-through from Saints Row 2. In addition, WWE ’12’s worldwide sell-through sales are up almost 40% year-over-year for the same sales period with fewer platforms. According to NPD, for the month of December and the 2011 year, THQ was the #5 publisher overall, #4 third party, with reported sell through growing over 18% in a market that was down almost 6%. And coming up next, we have two great titles for the first half of the year including UFC Undisputed 3 and Darksiders 2.”
Judging by that response, it appears as if THQ is alive and well and doesn’t look like it will be facing closure anytime soon. This is good news as we as gamers can still enjoy the games that THQ releases and people who work for THQ can still keep their jobs.
Source: Gaming Everything
