Pixar, famous for movies such as Toy Story and Finding Nemo, have given THQ an exclusive multi-property publishing agreement.

THQ and Pixar have extended their existing agreement in which THQ will publish games based on Pixar's films. The current agreement, which began in April 2002, gave THQ the rights to make games for Finding Nemo and upcoming films The Incredibles and Cars.

After Finding Nemo's success, it became the number one selling children's title and fifth overall title for 2003, Pixar are positive that THQ can do the same for their upcoming films.

The new agreement, which will begin in 2006, will see THQ handling the next four Pixar films, after the aforementioned titles, for all consoles, PC/MAC and handheld and wireless devices. The new films will be the first ones that Pixar wholly own, whereas previously they had worked with Disney.

"We are thrilled to enter into another long-term publishing partnership with THQ," said Steve Jobs, Pixar's chairman and CEO. "THQ is one of the top interactive game makers, and the creative collaboration between our two companies will continue to bring our beloved characters to people around the world."

Pixar's president, Ed Catmull, added, "Our existing agreement with THQ has yielded top-selling games and numerous awards. We are excited to be able to build on the strength of this successful relationship."

"This agreement is one of the most significant partnerships in the history of the industry, a testament to Pixar's creative power and our tremendous success in the interactive space over the years," said Brian Farrell, president and CEO, THQ. "Extending our relationship is a huge win for THQ as we look ahead to a partnership that now encompasses not only The Incredibles and Cars, but also the first four wholly-owned Pixar theatrical releases."