THQ today announced Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command will bring the chaos of the 41st millennium to the popular handheld Nintendo DS and PSP systems. Both games are scheduled for release in fall 2007. Taking advantage of the unique capabilities of the Nintendo DS and PSP, Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command features a new single-player campaign, along with a robust global multiplayer component.

Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command marks the first time the world of Games Workshop's (LSE:GAW) Warhammer 40,000 universe will be playable on the Nintendo DS and PSP. Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command features combat and turn-based strategy through an authentic single-player storyline. Gamers play as the elite Space Marines of the Ultramarines chapter and strive to combat the encroaching evil of the daemonic forces of Chaos through 13 cinematically-tied missions. The game also promises a robust multiplayer mode featuring nine unique missions, gamers will team up to go head-to-head with other players worldwide as either the Imperium of Man or Chaos. Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command will also fully utilize all the portable functionality of the PSP and Nintendo DS, including the dual-screen and stylus.