THQ confirmed as 50 Cent: Blood on the Sand publisher, coming early 2009

After weeks of speculating if THQ really is the new publisher for 50 Cent‘s new game, 50 Cent: Blood on the Sand (Xbox 360 and PS3), the publishing company has finally released official confirmation of their involvement. And there’s an invitation, too, from no less than 50 Cent himself. Check it out at the full article.

Finally, we have confirmation that THQ is indeed the publisher for the new 50 Cent title, Blood on the Sand. It’s been previously spotted in games listings, but up until today, THQ’s involvement in the game were mere speculations.

Those speculations are now put to rest with a press wire sent out by THQ announcing their acquisition of publishing rights for 50 Cent: Blood on the Sand. Says Brad Carraway, VP, Global Brand Management for the company:

50 Cent is a cultural icon and one of the biggest names in hip hop. THQ is thrilled to be working with him on this exciting new title. Combining intense single player combat, drop-in and drop-out online co-op and never-before-released music tracks makes this the ultimate package for gamers and hip hop fans alike.

Even 50 Cent himself had a little sumthin-sumthin to say in the press statement:

Blood on the Sand has non-stop action and exclusive music tracks from me and the G-Unit that you won’t find anywhere else. Plus our fans will be able to play together with online co-op, and maybe even join me or one of the G-Unit online.

That sure is quite an invitation, don’t you think? 50 Cent: Blood on the Sand comes out for both the Xbox 360 and PS3 and is expected to be released worldwide in early 2009.

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