"Big Mutha Truckers is an imaginative property that continues THQ's commitment to publish fun and original content for all gaming platforms," said Alison Locke, executive vice president, North American publishing, THQ. "The clever humor and unique gameplay of Big Mutha Truckers will give gaming fans everywhere a chance to climb into the cab of an 18-wheeler to pursue the riches of the road."

"We believe that our partnership with THQ will allow Big Mutha Truckers the opportunity for great success derived from THQ's strength in distribution in North America," said Empire Interactive's North American General Manager, Jimmy Lamorticelli.

About Big Mutha Truckers

Developed by Eutechnyx Limited, Big Mutha Truckers is set in Hick State County located in the heart of the South. Recently retired trucking proprietor Ma Jackson faces the dilemma of which of her four children will take claim to her trucking company, Big Mutha Trucking Company. Players can compete as any one of Ma's four children, each possessing his or her own personality, driving style and attributes like Bobbie Sue Jackson, whose powder blue diesel is covered in bright red kisses. The player who makes the most money buying, selling and hauling cargo around Hick State County in 60 days will inherit Ma's trucking empire. Big Mutha Truckers features a non-linear style of gameplay that allows players to explore the various cities and discover new routes and hidden bonuses along the way. Players can buy low and sell high various cargos ranging from cell phones to crude oil to canned peaches. They will also have to battle various truck jackers along the way and outrun the local county mounties to deliver their cargo on time. For more information about Big Mutha Truckers please check out www.bigmuthatruckers.com.