THQ considering Linux support in wake of Humble Bundle

News by Brenna Hillier Contributor

Published on Dec. 16, 2012

THQ is looking into developing for the Linux community, thanks to its partnership with the Humble Bundle crew.

Responding to a question on Twitter, THQ president Jason Rubin said the publisher will consider releasing games for the oft-overlooked operating system.

"Got the Linux message loud and clear via HumbleBundle feedback. Evaluating cost/benefit as we speak," he said.

THQ's Humble Bundle was seem by some critics as a dramatic deviation from the initiative's usual cross-platform, DRM-free, independent developer focus, but the pay-what-you-want deal pulled in over $5 million, at an average price of $5.76, which was given a serious boost by over $12,000 in donations from THQ executives.

The publisher is going through some hard times, having delayed a number of games, leaving it with few bankable revenue channels until the shine has worn off 2013 and debts to pay. The Bundle may have brought in some much-needed cash - although purchasers had the option to deny any revenue to THQ if they wished - and certainly inspired shareholders to believe once more.

THQ's 2013 slate includes Metro: Last Light, South Park: The Stick of Truth and Company of Heroes 2.

Thanks, PC Gamer.