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THQ Closes Universomo

Finnish mobile games studio liquidated.

THQ has confirmed the closure of Universomo, a studio within its THQ Wireless division.

The Finnish developer was known for its work on mobile games adaptations of Up, Star Wars: Clone Wars and Star Wars: The Force Unleashed. Despite the closure, THQ says it remains commited to mobile gaming.

"We are very excited about digital gaming and have increased our investment in this area," a spokesperson told ME

"We have more than 15 games and entertainment applications scheduled for release on mobile handsets this year. That said, we did place Universomo into liquidation."

"We have determined to develop digital games using a global network of external developers as well as our recently announced THQ Digital studios," continues the spokesperson.