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Top Tier Gaming posted a video in which they spend some time with Mad Catz’s Mark “Markman” Julio. An interesting video to watch as we get to hear about some of the smaller details of the new sticks such as the Fight Stick V.S.’s larger compartment for the cord and its translucent black body. Check it out below.

The previously announced FightStick: SOUL Edition from Madcatz is now hitting the streets. If you aren’t familiar already I’ve included some pics. If you have been waiting, now is the time to head over to the Gameshark Store to grab one.

SAN DIEGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Mad Catz Interactive, Inc. (“Mad Catz”) (AMEX/TSX: MCZ) announced today the shipping of the SOULCALIBUR™V Arcade FightStick Soul Edition, a Tournament Edition fighting game controller designed for use with the upcoming SOULCALIBUR V videogame from Namco Bandai Games Inc®. The Soul Edition FightStick features the Namco® Noir button and stick layout along with custom artwork and is expected to be released for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system from Sony®.
“We are pleased to be working with Namco Bandai Games and supporting the launch of SOULCALIBUR V with our portfolio of fighting game controllers,” said Darren Richardson, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Mad Catz Interactive, Inc. “As market leader in the FightStick sector, it is important we partner with the leading fighting game franchises and continue our long-term strategy of supporting the product category and community by delivering specialty products for the passionate consumer.”
Additional information available at: www.madcatz.com/soulcalibur
About Mad Catz
Mad Catz Interactive, Inc. (AMEX/TSX: MCZ) is a global provider of innovative interactive entertainment products marketed primarily under its Mad Catz® (casual gaming), Cyborg™ (pro gaming), Tritton® (gaming audio), Saitek® (simulation), and Eclipse™ (home and office) brands. Mad Catz also develops flight simulation software through its internal ThunderHawk Studios™; operates flight simulation centers under its Saitek brand; operates a videogame content website under its GameShark® brand; publishes games under its Mad Catz brand; and distributes games and videogame products for third parties. Mad Catz distributes its products through most leading retailers offering interactive entertainment products and has offices in North America, Europe and Asia. For additional information please go to www.madcatz.com.
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@MadCatzInc @MarkMan23 #SFxT

Mad Catz just dropped some serious news if you are fan of arcade sticks. At CES they announced that they will be releasing several new products based on Street Fighter X Tekken. This included new smaller than previous Fight Pads, New Fight Stick Pros and an all new product, the Fight Stick V.S.

The V.S. would be the most interesting of the new products as it allows you to buy a connector kit and combine two sticks to better simulate a real arcade machine.

Ours hats go off to Mad Catz as they continue to innovate when it comes to arcade sticks.

Below you will find pics, video and the press release.

Press Release

Mad Catz® Announce New Range of Street Fighter® X Tekken® Fighting Game Controllers
New FightStick V.S. is First to Allow for Single or Dual Play Tournament Configuration

SAN DIEGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jan. 10, 2012– Mad Catz Interactive, Inc. (“Mad Catz”) (AMEX/TSX: MCZ) announced today a new range of Street Fighter® X Tekken® fighting game controllers, due for release to coincide with the upcoming Street Fighter X Tekken videogame from Capcom® expected to launch on March 6, 2012 on consoles.

Due for release on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, the new range of fighting game controllers includes the Street Fighter X Tekken FightPad SD, the Street Fighter X Tekken Arcade FightStick PRO and the flagship Street Fighter X Tekken Arcade FightStick V.S.

“We are excited to support the Street Fighter® and Tekken® franchises with our new range of fighting game controllers,” said Darren Richardson, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Mad Catz Interactive, Inc. “Our new V.S. FightStick and FightPad demonstrate our ability to continue innovating in this category and we believe that the fighting game community will react enthusiastically to our new product designs.”

The Street Fighter X Tekken Arcade FightStick V.S. features genuine Sanwa Denshi™ arcade components. The unique chassis allows gamers to join two sticks together via the Arcade FightStick V.S. Connector Kit (sold separately) for a highly realistic arcade presentation.

The Street Fighter X Tekken FightPad SD features a 15% smaller chassis than previous FightPad designs, inspired by the gaming preferences of legendary Street Fighter producer Yoshinori Ono.

Additional information is available at http://www.madcatz.com/SFXTekken.

About Mad Catz

Mad Catz Interactive, Inc. (AMEX/TSX: MCZ) is a global provider of innovative interactive entertainment products marketed primarily under its Mad Catz® (casual gaming), Cyborg™ (pro gaming), Tritton® (gaming audio), Saitek® (simulation), and Eclipse™ (home and office) brands. Mad Catz also develops flight simulation software through its internal ThunderHawk Studios™; operates flight simulation centers under its Saitek brand; operates a videogame content website under its GameShark® brand; publishes games under its Mad Catz brand; and distributes games and videogame products for third parties. Mad Catz distributes its products through most leading retailers offering interactive entertainment products and has offices in North America, Europe and Asia. For additional information please go to http://www.madcatz.com.

About CAPCOM

Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including best-selling franchises Resident Evil®, Street Fighter®, Mega Man® and Devil May Cry®. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., France, Germany, Tokyo, Hong Kong and Korea, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan. More information about Capcom and its products can be found at http://www.capcom.com or http://www.capcom-unity.com.

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Street Fighter is a registered trademark of Capcom U.S.A., Inc. Capcom, Devil May Cry, Mega Man and Resident Evil are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd.

This product is manufactured under license from Microsoft Corporation. Microsoft, Kinect, Xbox, Xbox LIVE, Xbox 360, and the Xbox logos are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.

“PlayStation” is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.

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This press release contains forward-looking statements about the Company’s business prospects that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. The Company assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking statements contained in this press release as a result of new information or future events or developments. You can identify these statements by the fact that they use words such as “anticipate,” “estimate,” “expect,” “project,” “intend,” “should,” “plan,” “goal,” “believe,” and other words and terms of similar meaning in connection with any discussion of future operating or financial performance. Among the factors that could cause actual results to differ materially are the following: the ability to maintain or renew the Company’s licenses; competitive developments affecting the Company’s current products; first party price reductions; the ability to successfully market both new and existing products domestically and internationally; difficulties or delays in manufacturing; or a downturn in the market or industry. A further list and description of these risks, uncertainties and other matters can be found in the Company’s reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Canadian Securities Administrators.

Source: Mad Catz Interactive, Inc.

Mad Catz Communications:
Alex Verrey, +44 (0) 1908 336 538
Global PR and Communications Manager
averrey@madcatz.com
or
Investor Relations:
Jaffoni & Collins Incorporated
Joseph Jaffoni, Norberto Aja, Jim Leahy
+1-212-835-8500
mcz@jcir.com

soulcalibur

Well i said I’d be showing you the pic of the Soulcalibur V Arcade FightStick Soul Edition as soon as I could. Well here’s the first shot.

Pretty sick right?

@MarkMan23 @madcatzinc

Just caught word via Twitter that Mad Catz is running a pretty decent sale on its fighting game products. Check out the release and then go take advantage of the sale!

This weekend, Mad Catz (MarkMan) will be wandering around Los Angeles for the World Cyber Games Grand Finals ! Some of the best gamers from all around the world will be in attendance! We’ll also be cheering on the finalists for the critically aclaimed prime time reality TV show on the SyFy channel: WCG Ultimate Gamer 2!

Right now on our GameShark Store, take advantage of 20-30% off all fighting game related products! Use coupon code SUPERWCG (case sensitive) for 20% off all new Super Street Fighter IV Arcade FightSticks and FightPads (including the NEW Chun-Li TE “S”)! Use coupon code WCGGF for even more savings with 30% off all fighting game related products (excluding parts & Super SFIV products).

Also to celebrate the weekend, the GameShark store has another deal for Fighting Game fans! By using coupon code ROUND2 you save $50 on both the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 models of the Street Fighter IV ROUND 2 Arcade TE FightSticks! We’re also throwing in FREE GROUND SHIPPING! Don’t miss out on your chance to own one of these highly regarded, award-winning SFIV controllers!

These promos expire end of day Monday, Oct. 6th!

Make sure to follow us on Facebook and twitter for more deals & promotions in the future!

Also follow MarkMan on twitter for a chance to get some free swag (shirts, sticks, keychains + more) while at the event!

You may have already heard by now that Daigo Umehara has signed a deal with Mad Catz. The deal will work very much like the endorsement deals that professional athletes get. Daigo is basically going to get paid to use Mad Catz equipment such as their fight sticks, speak favorably about the company and appear in promotional spots that they do.

With deals like these and the fact that bookers are taking bets on Street Fighter matches, have we truly entered the age of gaming sports?

Mad Catz Press Release

There are some people out there that believe there is only one way to play Street Fighter and that’s with a joystick. And if you are going to use a joystick you want the best right? (more…)

In the video below you will see a DJ by the name of Immuzikation showing off some of his skills. One of the odd things one may notice about the equipment that he uses is that he is adding smaple via a Mad Catz Tournament Edition stick. Though I can’t figure why someone would want to do this, I can’t say it’s not cool.

[Capcom Unity & Midifighter]

I’d imagine that everyone who wanted Street Fighter IV for the PC most likely already has it. If you are out there without SFIV and are looking to get the game check out this new bundle.

The bundle comes with the PC version of Street Fighter IV and a Mad Catz Fight Pad all for the price of $35.00. Basically both of these items would normally cost more than that by themselves. So it is without a doubt a nice deal.

You can catch the deal over at the NewEgg Site

Mad Catz seems to be doing well these days. At least that is what their most recent earning statement is saying. Earnings in the neighborhood of $48.8 million to be more exact. Things have changed from the days of old where the only people who had Mad Catz controllers were kids who’s parents were too cheap to buy them the first party controllers. Now Mad Catz is not only selling those cheapo controllers but high end heavy duty ones like the the FiightSticks they released for Super Street Fighter IV.

The Mad Catz earnings report even hints at a new Super Street Fighter IV edition of the standard FightStick to be sold in addition to the Super Street Fighter IV “Tournament Edition S” FightSticks (shown above).

So who out there is willing to fork over the money for that new FightStick?

[Joystiq]