April 24^th, 2006 (4:57pm) - THQ Inc. and JAKKS Pacific, Inc. today announced WWE WrestleMania 21 has been added to the "Platinum Hits" collection for the Xbox(R) video game system from Microsoft. WWE WrestleMania 21 launched exclusively for Xbox in April of 2005 and was the first WWE video game to contain Superstar voiceovers and commentary, an updated reversal system and motion capture technology.

"We are pleased with the tremendous success and popularity of our WWE video games and are thrilled WWE WrestleMania 21 will join the ’Platinum Hits’ collection," said Kelly Flock, executive vice president of worldwide publishing, THQ. "The $19.99 suggested retail price point will allow even more Xbox owners the opportunity to enjoy all the fast-paced action and excitement of WWE."

"It’s an honor that WWE WrestleMania 21 has been named part of the ’Platinum Hits’ collection for Xbox," said Nelo Lucich, vice president of interactive, JAKKS Pacific. "With key first-time features, a great roster of Superstars and a new price point, WWE WrestleMania 21 is an excellent addition to any WWE video game fan’s collection."

WWE WrestleMania 21 enables players to create Superstars and build their attributes in Story Mode from the early stages of WWE development to the pinnacle of sports entertainment: WrestleMania 21. Showcasing 45 Superstars, including John Cena(R), Rey Mysterio(R), Stacy Keibler(R) and Batista(TM), WWE WrestleMania 21 was the first wrestling video game to offer complete motion capture technology, resulting in some of the most accurate and best looking Superstar models and animations in the genre. In addition, the game’s Pro Reversal System added a new level of depth for the first time in a WWE video game by allowing players to counter any move in the game. Completing the experience, WWE WrestleMania 21 delivers a wealth of online content, including the ability to create a championship belt and build prestige by challenging opponents.

For more information about WWE WrestleMania 21 or THQ’s complete 2006 lineup of games, please visit www.thq.com.