THQ, NICKELODEON TEAM UP
October 10, 2000

THQ and Nickelodeon plan to release games based on Nickelodeon's SpongeBob SquarePants and Rocket Power television shows. The agreement grants THQ exclusive rights to publish these video games through 2004 for all consoles and handhelds. SpongeBob Square Pants and Rocket Power adventures are scheduled for release on PlayStation, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance in 2001, and the companies also made mention of Sega and Microsoft.

"Nickelodeon remains one of the most innovative kids' programming creators in the business," stated THQ's Germaine Gioia, vice president of licensing. "The unique characters of SpongeBob SquarePants and Rocket Power provide the perfect foundation for games kids of all ages will love to play over and over again. We are delighted to be expanding our relationship with Nickelodeon to include these truly fun and entertaining properties."

"Viewer response to both shows has been overwhelming," said Steve Youngwood, Vice President, Interactive Products and Publishing, Nickelodeon Consumer Products. "SpongeBob SquarePants and Rocket Power are both topping the ratings' charts with their unique characters and fun adventures that truly captivate kids of all ages. THQ's proven ability to create exciting gameplay based on fresh kids' programs make them the ideal interactive partner for SpongeBob SquarePants and Rocket Power."