Mad Catz Licenced Accessories To Ship With Street Fighter IV

By William Usher: 2009-01-07 14:16:11

Mad Catz Licenced Accessories To Ship With Street Fighter IV

Cashing in on a popular fighting game with a licenced fight stick, controller pad, or accessory is the perfect way to...well, cash in on a popular fighting game franchise. And given that Capcom only seems to make official Street Fighter sequels every so many years, why not make the occasion momentous with a special fight stick?

Capcom recently let the news fly loose with a press release about the upcoming release of Street Fighter in February, and the accompanying Mad Catz licenced controllers/sticks that will be available alongside the game.

“Capcom is pleased to work with Mad Catz to provide the highest quality controllers possible to the Street Fighter community,” said Christian Svensson, vice president business development and strategic planning at Capcom Entertainment. “Capcom has a long history of supporting it’s fan base with quality content and Mad Catz Street Fighter IV peripheral controllers will astound the Street Fighter community.”

The peripherals that will be available when the game launches are for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. Additional accessories that will be available include controller faceplates and console skinz for the PlayStation 3, featuring Street Fighter IV designs. I haven't seen them yet, but I'm sure they look magnificent...and I'm not being sarcastic, just so you know. There will also be an SFIV vinyl wall-scroll available for purchase, for the asbolute hardcore Street Fighter fan.

Below you'll find the details for the new fight sticks, complete with descriptions. For more information about the Mad Catz fight sticks or Street Fighter IV, feel free to visit the Official Street Fighter Website. For more news and updates regarding your favorite games, be sure to stay tuned in with Blend Games.

• Official Street Fighter IV Arcade FightStick – Xbox 360 and PLAYSTATION 3

Designed to offer authentic arcade style play, the Street Fighter IV Arcade FightStick offers gamers precision control and quality engineering complete with stunning official artwork. Dual-speed Turbo functionality for each button complete with LED Indicators allows gamers to execute moves with lightning speed while the eight-button Street Fighter IV arcade configuration means that those familiar with the arcade will feel instantly at home. An integrated D-Pad switch allows gamers to alternate between D-Pad and Analog Sticks for maximum control flexibility, while the ergonomic slanted top panel ensures maximum comfort during sustained play. Start and Select/Back Buttons have been moved to the rear of the FightStick thus minimizing the risk of accidental interruption during play and specially created ‘Character Cards’ ship with the Arcade FightStick which insert into the top panel and display a selection of special moves.

• Official Street Fighter IV FightPad – Xbox 360 and PLAYSTATION 3

Ideal for gamers favoring a traditional console controller without wishing to compromise on features, the Street Fighter IV FightPad features an enlarged circular eight-way floating D-Pad and arcade style six-button configuration. An integrated D-Pad switch allows gamers to alternate between D-Pad and Analog Sticks and combined with official artwork featuring an assortment of famous Street Fighter characters, the Street Fighter IV FightPad is destined to be the controller of choice for discerning fans and those seeking a competitive advantage.

• Official Street Fighter IV Arcade FightStick: Tournament Edition – Xbox 360 and PLAYSTATION 3

Overseen by Capcom and legendary producer Yoshinori Ono, the Tournament Edition features an unparalleled level of detail and uses arcade quality components. Sourced directly from arcade manufacturer Sanwa Denshi , the FightStick: Tournament Edition uses the same Japanese style ball-handled joystick and 30mm Action Buttons found in the official Street Fighter IV Vewlix arcade cabinet, marking the first time such components have been used for a commercial product outside of Japan. With the D-Pad control switch, dual Turbo functionality for each button, and exact button layout matching the Vewlix Street Fighter IV arcade panel, the FightStick: Tournament Edition delivers an experience unlike any other arcade styled controller. Complete with detailed touches such as screw on rubber feet for solid surface play, unobtrusive placement of the Start and Select/Back Buttons along with a locking mechanism preventing accidental activation of Turbo settings for tournament play.

Latest Headlines:

Rare: Stop Moaning About Perfect Dark XBLA, Here's A New Screenshot

Brutal Legend: Hammer Of Infinite Fate DLC Announced

Assassin's Creed II Patch Announced, Detailed

Review: Call of Duty Classic

I Am Alive Multiplayer Revealed?

World of Warcraft: Fall of the Lich King Trailer

Venetica Developer Diary Discusses Training And Trading

Sledgehammer Games' First Project Is A Shooter, Apparently