Worms Publisher Annouced For DS and PSP

THQ announced Friday an exciting agreement with critically acclaimed development studio Team17 Software to publish another Worms game on the PSP and Nintendo DS. Keeping the same simple, but fun, gameplay and unparalled sense of humor that has rocketed the brand into stardom for almost a decade, Worms brings a whole boat of new features and hilarious comedy to the next gen of handheld gaming. Worms release date is to be announced at a later date.

"The Worms brand is a huge global phenomenon shipping over 9 million units to date," said Peter Dille, Senior Vice President, Worldwide Marketing, THQ. "The pick-up-and-play gameplay is an ideal formula for the PSP system and Nintendo DS formats and will enable THQ to extend our leadership position in the handheld sector."

"Team17 is excited and delighted to bring Worms to Nintendo DS and the PSP system in conjunction with THQ," said Martyn Brown, Studio Director, Team 17. "Both of these new systems represent exciting new handhelds capable of delivering unique experiences both in single player and using the exciting wireless multiplayer capabilities of the platforms. We are developing incredibly addictive new versions of our classic game for existing fans of the series and newcomers to the world of Worms. It's time to dust off the Holy Hand Grenade and unleash some more exploding sheep!"