THQ
Computer GamesCalifornia, United States1001-5000 Employees
THQ is a global developer and publisher in the computer games industry, focused on interactive entertainment software. It was founded in 1990 as an interactive toy and videogame publisher and began trading on NASDAQ in 1991. The company is based in Calabasas, California, in the Los Angeles area. THQ develops and publishes content across a broad range of platforms, including home consoles, handheld devices, wireless formats, and personal computers. THQ operates a network of internal development studios and pursues the creation of new intellectual property, balancing internally developed and licensed titles. Its strategy targets core gamers with high-quality, innovative games while also seeking to broaden the audience to casual players and extend its brands online.