Controllers, Steering Wheel and Arcade Stick Among Initial Xbox 360â„¢ Launch Offerings -

Mad Catz Interactive, Inc.,, the world’s leading third-party video game accessory provider, today announced that it has signed an agreement to become an official peripheral licensee for Microsoft’s upcoming Xbox 360â„¢ gaming system in North America and Europe. Under the agreement, Mad Catz will produce a full-range of Mad Catz branded products that will be officially endorsed by Microsoft and carry the Xbox 360 license logo. Available at the launch of the new game platform, Mad Catz plans to distribute a full range of high quality Xbox 360 peripherals including game controllers, an arcade stick, a dance mat, and a steering wheel. Additional licensed products will be launched to coincide with software releases.

“This agreement is very significant for Mad Catz since it marks the beginning of the next console hardware cycle,” said Darren Richardson, President and CEO of Mad Catz. “As video game technology becomes more complex, it is critical that peripheral companies work closely with the first party game system manufacturers to ensure compatibility and consumer satisfaction. We are committed to providing high quality peripherals to diversify the Xbox 360 platform and help make the launch a huge success.”

About Mad Catz Interactive, Inc.
Mad Catz is a worldwide leader of innovative peripherals in the interactive entertainment industry. Mad Catz designs and markets a full range of accessories for video game systems and publishes video game software, including the industry leading GameShark brand of video game enhancements. Mad Catz has distribution through most leading retailers offering interactive entertainment products. Mad Catz has its operating headquarters in San Diego, California and offices in Canada, Europe and Asia. For additional information go to http://www.madcatz.com .

Xbox 360 is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

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