THQ Inc. yesterday unveiled "Toxic Grind(TM)," a story-driven, mission-based BMX game for the Nintendo Gamecube. Set in the year 2097, players will assume the role of BMX rider Jason Hayes, who has been forced to ride for his life with other riders on the set of a sadistic television game show titled "Toxic Grind."

"'Toxic Grind' is a unique take on extreme sports thanks to the game's compelling storyline that immerses players into a sinister and futuristic world where players must complete various challenges in order to survive," stated Michael Rubinelli, vice president, product development, THQ. "In addition to performing outrageous BMX tricks, players must find keys to deactivate bombs, sink battleships and even destroy a helicopter to progress through various stages of each world."

"Toxic Grind" is scheduled for release in the second half of 2002 in the USA.