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Posted by IceFire:

THQ has just sent around this press release. Red Faction will be in the hands of PS2 owners soon it seems:

THQ SET TO RELEASE RED FACTION FOR PLAYSTATION 2

Highly Anticipated Action Thriller To Ship On May 22

CALABASAS HILLS, Calif., - May 22, 2001 - THQ Inc. (NASDAQ NMS: THQI) announced today that its highly anticipated action title, Red Faction(tm) for the Sony PlayStation(r) 2 computer entertainment system will ship May 22. Developed by THQ subsidiary, Volition Inc., the creators of Summoner(tm), Red Faction delivers an adrenaline-pumping experience featuring intense action and an engaging story line built upon breakthrough technology. Volition''s proprietary Geo-Mod(tm) engine allows players to alter, deform and outright destroy the game environment in real-time-- for the first time ever in videogame history. Red Faction is rated "M" for "Mature" by the Entertainment Software Ratings Board.

"Red Faction is one of the key titles that will truly drive THQ''s next generation marketshare in 2001," said Jeff Lapin, vice chairman and COO, THQ. "As an original THQ brand, Red Faction features all of the necessary ingredients for videogame success: revolutionary technology, a compelling story line and plenty of pure action."

"Red Faction is the result of two and a half years of diligent effort and dedication," stated Mike Kulas, president, Volition, Inc. "The game was on full display at this year''s Electronic Entertainment Expo, which is the perfect springboard to launch this second-generation PlayStation 2 title to market."

About Red Faction
In Red Faction, players become immersed in a captivating rebellion on the hostile surface of Mars as they battle for freedom against the evil Ultor Corporation. The game features a sophisticated physics engine, five fully controllable vehicles, intense graphics, and a variety of unique natural environments. Red Faction is one of the most advanced and innovative action games of all time thanks to the revolutionary Geo-Mod engine that allows players to fully alter and destroy the game environment. The game will also be available this fall for PC. For more information about Red Faction, please visit www.redfaction.com.
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The word is that Red Faction is also doing well at the pre-ordering stage so it might be a good idea to phone ahead or book your copy right away.