For fighting gamers, controllers are tools of the trade.
Various arcade controllers and gamepads are sold by various manufacturers, and gamers choose the controller that suits them best and practice day and night.
One of the leading manufacturers was " MAD CATZ," but the company went bankrupt in 2017.
The editorial department of Saiga NAK also has a "STREET FIGHTER V Arcade FightStick Tournament Edition 2+", which is very easy to use and is the most frequently used controller among all the controllers we have, but we were sad to hear that MAD CATZ was no longer in business... I was sad to hear that MAD CATZ was no longer available.
However, Mad Catz is back in Hong Kong in 2018 as Mad Catz Global Limited!
Up until now, their focus has been on gaming devices such as mice and keyboards, but now they have announced new arcade controllers and gamepads that are synonymous with MAD CATZ !
EGO Arcade Stick
EGO Arcade Stick" is an arcade controller that carries on the MAD CATZ name.
The EGO Arcade Stick is a new arcade controller and gamepad that carries on the MAD CATS name.
In addition to its proven performance as an arcade controller, the MAD CATS is equipped with many convenient functions.
The key lock function allows you to "disable the pause button" with a single button press , theturbo function is useful for shooting games, two additional buttons can be used according to your preference, and the stick mode switch allows you to switch joystick operation to left/right analog stick or D-Pad operation. The joystick can be switched to the left and right analog sticks or the D-Pad.
Of course, the EGO Arcade Stick can be used on a wide range of platforms, including PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC, so no matter which device you use, you can play your games with the same feeling of control with a single "EGO Arcade Stick".
The original design looks cool as is, but the top panel is removable and can be replaced with any design you like, allowing you to express your individuality.
| EGO Arcade Stick Specifications | |
| Compatibility | PS4 Xbox One Nintendo Switch PC *Please note PS4/Xbox One: Before connecting to the console, the original controller must be paired with the fight stick by connecting it to the USB port on the back of the EGO arcade stick to activate the function. Nintendo Switch: Connect to the Switch's USB port while pressing buttons A and B simultaneously |
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| Connection method | Connection: Wired USB2.0 Type A Cable length: Main unit cable 3m / Controller connection cable 1m |
| Layout | Buttons: 8 D-Pad: Analog stick switchable to D-Pad input Analog Stick: Joystick |
| Main unit size | Length (mm): 400 Width (mm): 250 Height (mm): 80 Weight: 2.76kg |
C.A.T. 7
" C.A.T. 7 " is an ergonomically designed wired gamepad.
It has two programmable tact switches and four additional paddle buttons on the back, making it possible to easily perform advanced operations.
The cable is detachable from the main unit via a Micro USB port, making it easy to carry and eliminating the risk of damaging the cable connection during transportation.
The main unit is equipped with an OLED display, which shows information such as profiles and macros. It's very helpful to know at a glance what your current settings are!
| C.A.T. 7 Specifications | |
| Compatibility | Windows Direct + Xinput PS3 |
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| Connection method | Connection: Wired USB 2.0, Type A Cable length: 2.5M |
| Specifications | Buttons: 25 D-Pad: 4-way fixed D-Pad Thumbsticks: 2 x analog sticks (adjustable sensitivity) |
| Main unit size | Length (mm): 155 Width (mm): 108 Height (mm): 65 Weight: 200g |
Release date and price
"EGO Arcade Stick" will be released on August 21, 2020 (Friday ) at a price of 19,800 yen (including tax).
"C.A.T. 7" is scheduled to be released on Friday, August 21, 2020, at a price of 7,980 yen (including tax).
The product is currently available for pre-order at major electronics retailers.
Since many people will probably want this new MAD CATZ acetate controller for its own sake, reservations are recommended in order to ensure purchase.
Get your hands on the revived MAD CATZ controller and improve your skills!
For more information, please visit the " EGO Arcade Stick" product page and the"C.A.T. 7" product page!
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