Hot on the heels of Namco Bandai's announcement of We Cheer 2, THQ has announced a second title in their own cheerleading Wii franchise, All Star Cheer Squad. However, in a game of PR one-upmanship, THQ has cited NPD US sales data in claiming their first All Star Cheer Squad title as "the best selling cheerleading video game."

The first game already featured Wii Balance Board support, the use of the Wii's motion sensor technology to simulate cheer motions, and a choreography editor, but the sequel appears to be adding to the feature list. All Star Cheer Squad 2 will feature international competition locations and an all-new diverse move set. More original cheer music will also be added, as well as a music mixer so players can express even more creativity. The game will even feature WiiConnect24 support, giving players the ability to "challenge friends" if their Wiis are connected to the internet.

Gorilla Systems Corporation, who developed the first game, are hard at work on All Star Cheer Squad 2, which has no announced release date.

The Best Selling Cheerleading Video Game* is Back with High Flying New Moves, Exclusively for Wii™

AGOURA HILLS, Calif. – April 30, 2009 – THQ Inc. (NASDAQ: THQI) today announced that All Star Cheer Squad™2, is currently in development exclusively for Wii™ and is scheduled for release this fall. Tony G, world renowned cheer choreographer best known for his work on the Bring it On movies, will once again serve as chief consultant for the title.

In All Star Cheer Squad 2, 14 exotic locations from around the world will serve as the backdrop for global cheer competitions. No longer a newbie, players will start out as the captain of the Tiger Squad, leading the team to victory by utilizing an all-new diverse move set that includes real-world aerial stunts, tumbling, formation changes and advanced moves on the Wii Balance Board™ accessory. Moves can be executed by using two Wii Remotes™, allowing for greater mobility. Players will select their squad members and then choose from more customization options including new makeup, hairstyle and uniforms. Because every routine needs a good beat first, All Star Cheer Squad 2 will feature even more original cheer music. Combined with an upgraded routine editor featuring a music mixer, a choreography editor and the ability to challenge friends via WiiConnect24™, All Star Cheer Squad 2 will allow players to live the ultimate cheer experience.

*Source: The NPD Group / Retail Tracking Service; Title – All Star Cheer Squad

All Star Cheer Squad 2 is being developed by Gorilla in Tampa, Florida. For more information on this game, as well as additional THQ titles, please visit www.playthq.com.