THQ And WWE Agree To Eight-Year Deal - 23rd December 2009
THQ and WWE have been tangled in legal disputes for half a decade over alleged racketeering and licensing shenanigans, but the litigation is officially over, and according to an announcement yesterday THQ will continue publishing WWE games for another eight years. The messy affair that involved the two companies and toymaker Jakks Pacific will end with a series of payouts, but both THQ and WWE voiced satisfaction with their new agreement.
THQ will pay $13.2 million to the WWE and $20 million to Jakks Pacific to resolve things, according to MCV. The settlement was followed by a new licensing agreement that should make court arguments a distant memory.
“This agreement ensures that WWE games will continue to be an important cornerstone of THQ’s annual release schedule for the long term,” THQ President and CEO Brian Farrell said in a press release. “We look forward to working directly with WWE to expand their brand in the video game space through continued game play innovation and increased online delivery of WWE content.”
WWE echoed those sentiments.
“This year’s highly rated 'WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010' video game demonstrates the innovation and creativity that THQ brings to WWE,” WWE Chairman and CEO Vince McMahon stated. “This new licensing agreement will ensure that we continue our tremendous success in the video game industry in the years to come.”
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Sunday, December 20, 2009
Wrestling News Media - 20th December 2009
Bret Hart returns to WWE
Bruno Sammartino hasn't committed to WWE Hall Of Fame
Chris Jericho appears in Bloodstained Memories wrestling film and ramps up Fozzy appearances
Roddy Piper remains vocal about better conditions for pro wrestlers re health etc
Edge and Eve look forward to WWE tour in 2010, having recently campaigned down under
WWE.com ranked in Yahoo! and Google top ten in numerous markets and categories
WWE sticking to Wellness policy
WWE new champion Sheamus performing solidly
Jim Ross renews contract with WWE; may appear at WrestleMania
WWE - newspaper teases VS Hulk Hogan for WrestleMania
WWE - Dennis Miller as Raw host draws mixed reactions from fans and insiders
WWE's Seventh Annual "Tribute to the Troops" aired on NBC 19th December 2009
WWE Studios - Ted DiBiase stars in The Marine 2; available in U.S stores 29th December 2009
The Rock to do numerous WWE appearances
Jeff Hardy remains missed by fans
Kurt Angle on TNA Final Resolution PPV
Mick Foley writing balanced blogs covering Hulk Hogan's TNA entry and role
Hulkamania Let The Battle Begin still not aired on One HD in Australia
Ric Flair likely to sign with TNA; financial terms getting close
Mario Milano wrestled in Australia recently at 73 years of age
Shane McMahon poised to ramp up profile, following UFC meeting with Dana White
Steve Austin to continue film roles
Wrestling Legends: Bobby "The Brain" Heenan recovering well
Wrestling Legends: Paul "Mr Wonderful" Orndorff and many others high on real Hall Of Fame
Wrestling Legends: Wrestlers Rescue campaign garners interest and supporters
Jake "The Snake" Roberts still interested in being in WWE Hall Of Fame
Brooke Hogan open to opportunities
New World Order may reform in TNA
TNA will go head to head with WWE
UFC, TNA and Spike TV "teaming up" to take on WWE Raw
UFC Sydney, Australia tour sells out of tickets 2 months prior to show at Acer Arena
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Bret Hart returns to WWE
Bruno Sammartino hasn't committed to WWE Hall Of Fame
Chris Jericho appears in Bloodstained Memories wrestling film and ramps up Fozzy appearances
Roddy Piper remains vocal about better conditions for pro wrestlers re health etc
Edge and Eve look forward to WWE tour in 2010, having recently campaigned down under
WWE.com ranked in Yahoo! and Google top ten in numerous markets and categories
WWE sticking to Wellness policy
WWE new champion Sheamus performing solidly
Jim Ross renews contract with WWE; may appear at WrestleMania
WWE - newspaper teases VS Hulk Hogan for WrestleMania
WWE - Dennis Miller as Raw host draws mixed reactions from fans and insiders
WWE's Seventh Annual "Tribute to the Troops" aired on NBC 19th December 2009
WWE Studios - Ted DiBiase stars in The Marine 2; available in U.S stores 29th December 2009
The Rock to do numerous WWE appearances
Jeff Hardy remains missed by fans
Kurt Angle on TNA Final Resolution PPV
Mick Foley writing balanced blogs covering Hulk Hogan's TNA entry and role
Hulkamania Let The Battle Begin still not aired on One HD in Australia
Ric Flair likely to sign with TNA; financial terms getting close
Mario Milano wrestled in Australia recently at 73 years of age
Shane McMahon poised to ramp up profile, following UFC meeting with Dana White
Steve Austin to continue film roles
Wrestling Legends: Bobby "The Brain" Heenan recovering well
Wrestling Legends: Paul "Mr Wonderful" Orndorff and many others high on real Hall Of Fame
Wrestling Legends: Wrestlers Rescue campaign garners interest and supporters
Jake "The Snake" Roberts still interested in being in WWE Hall Of Fame
Brooke Hogan open to opportunities
New World Order may reform in TNA
TNA will go head to head with WWE
UFC, TNA and Spike TV "teaming up" to take on WWE Raw
UFC Sydney, Australia tour sells out of tickets 2 months prior to show at Acer Arena
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Monday, December 14, 2009
The Celtic Warrior Sheamus O'Shaunessy Wins WWE Championship on RAW - 13th December 2009
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Friday, December 04, 2009
Titan Publishing to launch WWE Comics - 3rd December 2009
Titan Publishing has announced its partnership with World Wrestling Entertainment in the launch of WWE Comics. Over the course of the agreement, 20 issues will be produced and distributed to comic retailers and specialty stores in the U.S. and Canada. The comic’s flagship title will be WWE Heroes featuring WWE Superstars and Divas, with the first issue debuting on March 23, 2010.
The series will take the biggest WWE Superstars and Divas beyond the spotlight of the squared circle and into a brand new fictional universe.
“Each week more than 1.6 million teens watch WWE programming on television in the U.S. This is an important demographic for the comic book industry and vital for a successful launch in the industry,” stated Ned Hartley, editor, WWE Heroes. “We've got some truly amazing stories to tell - our first issue is going to blow you away! The 'in-your-face, no-holds-barred' attitude of WWE works so well as a comic, we just can't wait for people to see the great surprises that we've got in store."
WWE Heroes series features Superstars Triple H, Undertaker, Randy Orton, Batista, Shawn Michaels, Big Show, John Cena, CM Punk, Kane, Edge, Chris Jericho, Matt Hardy, Rowdy Roddy Piper, Carlito, Jim Ross, Jerry Lawler and Kelly Kelly. The WWE Heroes cycle is written by Keith Champagne, who has penned acclaimed comics such as Justice Society of America, Green Lantern Corps, World War III and Adolescent Radioactive Black Belt Hamsters.
Issue No.1 reveals an eternal rivalry set against the backdrop of the history of WWE. Why is the ruthless Shadow King so obsessed with WWE? What is the reason for his eternal and supernatural war with the Firstborn? And could his ancient opponent really be a member of the WWE roster?
Artwork is provided by comics’ artist, Andy Smith, who has worked as a penciller for major comic publishers such as Marvel, DC, Image, Acclaim, and CrossGen Entertainment.
An alternate cover exclusive to comic stores of issue No.1 features a specially-commissioned cover by comics’ artist Liam Sharp, who has worked on titles including Hulk, X-Men, Spider-Man, Venom, Gears of War, Superman, Batman, and Spawn: The Dark Ages.
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Titan Publishing has announced its partnership with World Wrestling Entertainment in the launch of WWE Comics. Over the course of the agreement, 20 issues will be produced and distributed to comic retailers and specialty stores in the U.S. and Canada. The comic’s flagship title will be WWE Heroes featuring WWE Superstars and Divas, with the first issue debuting on March 23, 2010.
The series will take the biggest WWE Superstars and Divas beyond the spotlight of the squared circle and into a brand new fictional universe.
“Each week more than 1.6 million teens watch WWE programming on television in the U.S. This is an important demographic for the comic book industry and vital for a successful launch in the industry,” stated Ned Hartley, editor, WWE Heroes. “We've got some truly amazing stories to tell - our first issue is going to blow you away! The 'in-your-face, no-holds-barred' attitude of WWE works so well as a comic, we just can't wait for people to see the great surprises that we've got in store."
WWE Heroes series features Superstars Triple H, Undertaker, Randy Orton, Batista, Shawn Michaels, Big Show, John Cena, CM Punk, Kane, Edge, Chris Jericho, Matt Hardy, Rowdy Roddy Piper, Carlito, Jim Ross, Jerry Lawler and Kelly Kelly. The WWE Heroes cycle is written by Keith Champagne, who has penned acclaimed comics such as Justice Society of America, Green Lantern Corps, World War III and Adolescent Radioactive Black Belt Hamsters.
Issue No.1 reveals an eternal rivalry set against the backdrop of the history of WWE. Why is the ruthless Shadow King so obsessed with WWE? What is the reason for his eternal and supernatural war with the Firstborn? And could his ancient opponent really be a member of the WWE roster?
Artwork is provided by comics’ artist, Andy Smith, who has worked as a penciller for major comic publishers such as Marvel, DC, Image, Acclaim, and CrossGen Entertainment.
An alternate cover exclusive to comic stores of issue No.1 features a specially-commissioned cover by comics’ artist Liam Sharp, who has worked on titles including Hulk, X-Men, Spider-Man, Venom, Gears of War, Superman, Batman, and Spawn: The Dark Ages.
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