Mad Catz Launches Wireless Controller
Posted by Ben on Tuesday, November 26 2002

SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 26, 2002--Mad Catz Interactive, Inc. (AMEX/TSE: MCZ), a leading manufacturer of video game accessories, announced today the launch of the company's first Lynx(TM) wireless controller for the Xbox(TM) video game system from Microsoft.



This is the second in the Mad Catz family of Lynx wireless controllers that was first introduced last July with the Lynx wireless for PlayStation(R)2, PS one and PlayStation. The Mad Catz Lynx wireless controller for Xbox is currently available in major retail stores for a suggested price of $59.99 (U.S.).

With the Lynx wireless controllers, Mad Catz has developed an easy solution for gamers who want consistent, continuous play without being restricted by cables.

"As the leader in the video game accessories market, Mad Catz has expanded its line of next-generation wireless controllers to develop the company's first wireless controller for Xbox," said Darren Richardson, President and COO of Mad Catz, Inc. "Coming on the heels of the tremendous success of our Lynx wireless controller for PlayStation(R)2, launching the Lynx wireless controller for Xbox was a logical next step for us. Now Xbox gamers can experience the same comfort and accuracy of a corded controller with the freedom of a wireless control pad."

"Mad Catz has always delivered quality products and the Lynx for Xbox is no exception," continued Mr. Richardson. "We are continuing to raise the bar with innovative video game accessories by creating the ultimate, wireless gaming environment."

The Lynx wireless controller features state-of-the-art, unblockable radio frequency (RF) technology. This RF technology provides gamers with complete freedom of movement by allowing a wireless range of up to 50 feet from the console. Mad Catz uses a fully integrated single chip RF solution provided by Micro Linear Corporation in its Lynx for Xbox. This cost-effective technology, gives the Lynx unparalleled performance and conserves power to extend the battery life - up to 160 hours without vibration.

The Lynx wireless controller for Xbox also includes the following features:

-- Up to four (4) Lynx controllers connected to a single Xbox

-- Macro buttons which program button combinations

-- Dual expansion slots on the base unit connected to the Xbox

-- Analog triggers and action buttons

-- Grooved rubber grips

-- Dual vibration feedback

-- Gameplay up to 50 feet from game system

-- Up to 50 hours of continuous game play with vibration and up

to 160 hours without vibration (3 AA batteries) - longer than

any other wireless controller on the market.

About Mad Catz Interactive, Inc.

Mad Catz Interactive, Inc., (http://www.madcatz.com), designs, develops, manufactures and markets a full range of accessories for video game consoles and PC gaming systems. Mad Catz is a worldwide leader of innovative peripherals in the interactive entertainment industry. Headquartered in San Diego, California, Mad Catz has offices in the U.K. and Asia, as well as distributors in Canada, Europe and Australia.

About Xbox

Xbox (http://www.xbox.com/) is Microsoft's future-generation video game system that delivers the most powerful game experiences ever. Xbox empowers game artists by giving them the technology to fulfill their creative visions as never before, creating games that blur the lines between fantasy and reality. Xbox is now available in North America, Japan, Europe and Australia.