Mad Catz Interactive, Inc., a leading manufacturer of video game accessories,
today announced the launch of its new line of MicroCON products, commencing with
MicroCON controllers designed for each gaming platform.

The MicroCON controllers for Xbox, GameCube and PlayStation®2 (also compatible
with PlayStation® and PS one™) will be available for $24.99, $14.99
and $19.99 respectively. All products will be in stores throughout the U.S.
beginning September 2002.

Mad Catz developed its MicroCON controllers, to make the product more user-friendly
for gamers with smaller hands and to provide greater comfort and control for
all gamers. The controllers are approximately twenty-percent (20%) smaller than
the current controllers on the market. Players can now enjoy all of the same
features and functionality of Mad Catz’ standard controllers in a smaller size,
including fully analog pressure-sensitive action buttons and D-pad, dual analog
joysticks, macro programmability for complex moves (for Xbox and PlayStation
2), and highly-tactile rubberized grips to reduce fatigue and improve handling. . .

Microcon Controller

“Since introducing its MicroCON controllers at E3, Mad Catz has received
rave reviews for developing an extremely comfortable solution for younger gamers
and gamers who favor a more compact controller” said Darren Richardson,
President and COO of Mad Catz. “Since the smaller MicroCON controllers
share the same features as the standard controllers for which Mad Catz is famous,
they are perfect for gamers who want to remain competitive.”

Other features of the MicroCON controllers include two expansion bays for memory
cards or other game enhancers (for Xbox) and built-in dual vibration motors
for a more pronounced, realistic gaming experience. For added comfort and durability,
both the MicroCON for PlayStation 2 and GameCube have an eight-foot braided
cable and the MicroCON for Xbox features a nine-foot braided cable.

About Mad Catz Interactive, Inc.

Mad Catz Interactive, Inc., (www.madcatz.com),
designs, develops, manufactures and markets a full range of accessories for
video game consoles. 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.

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