THQ Announces Exclusive Retail Distribution with Gauntlet

New UK distribution deal revealed.

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THQ International Ltd, a subsidiary of THQ Inc. today announced an exclusive deal with Gauntlet Entertainment Ltd, to provide a new channel to market for all store front deliveries in the UK and Ireland.

The first titles to be covered by this deal will include Britney's Dance Beat (PS2, GBA, PCCD), Star Wars: Episode II: Attack of the Clones (GBA), Gitaroo Man (PS2) and MotoGP: Ultimate Racing Technology (Xbox).

Paul Oughton, UK Sales Manager, THQ commented, "THQ's decision to move exclusively to Gauntlet for all store front deliveries in the UK and Ireland is a natural progression for a company such as ours that is committed to the best levels of service and supply.”

“Gauntlet's true independence, focus, and cross format support combines to extend the achievement of this aim to all of our retail partners," he added.

Graham Chambers, Managing Director, Gauntlet Entertainment Ltd commented. “We are delighted that THQ has chosen Gauntlet to be their exclusive partner for store front distribution in the UK and Ireland. Gauntlet seeks to expand its range by signing quality products and world leading publishers and THQ’s decision to join the Gauntlet team further enhances our position in the UK distribution market.”