Nordic Games Publishing was established as the publishing subsidiary of Nordic Games Group. The company initially published budget titles for the Nintendo Wii and PlayStation 2, such as the Dance Party series. After acquiring the intellectual properties of JoWooD Entertainment and THQ, the company rebranded as THQ Nordic in 2016.
During its early years of operation, the publisher focused heavily on family-friendly interactive entertainment and niche racing titles. In 2009, the company expanded its catalog with the release of
Dance Party Club Hits and
Dance Party Pop Hits, alongside specialized racing games such as
Kart Racer and
Truck Racer. These releases targeted casual gaming audiences across multiple console platforms.
The publisher also engaged in the distribution and compilation of established franchises. It handled the European publishing and distribution of the off-road racing game
MX vs ATV Untamed in 2007 and 2008. Additionally, the company managed the release of the
Darksiders Collection in 2009, bringing the action-adventure franchise to a broader audience. Through these strategic distribution agreements and targeted software releases, the publisher built a diverse portfolio that bridged the gap between casual motion-controlled games and core genre titles, establishing a significant retail presence in European and international markets before transitioning its corporate identity.