New Microsoft Gaming Devices On The Way

The SideWinder Gamepad Pro is a high-end PC game controller, the natural progression from the award-winning SideWinder Gamepad, released in 1996. The SideWinder Gamepad Pro sets a new standard of evolution in proportional and digital d-pad functionality, along with superior ergonomic design and supreme programmability.

Gamers control their on-screen personas and/or vehicles by using the buttons and control pads positioned conveniently on the gamepad. Pass, accelerate, shoot, steer, run, aim, drop, hit, throw, jump-all the action in today's games come to life with this immersive new device.

The following are just a few of the many features you'll find in this exciting upcoming title.

Proportional and Digital Control
SideWinder Gamepad Pro raises gamers to the next level of the PC gaming experience by incorporating proportional and digital control in one d-pad. The revolutionary device immerses gamers headfirst into the games they love the most-and does so by improving gameplay.

Multiple Customizable buttons
Six action buttons, two triggers, and one shift button allow gamers to customize up to sixteen programmable buttons that delivers the greatest level of control and customization.

Extreme Durability
The Gamepad Pro is an extremely durable device ready for battle in the toughest of gaming arenas. In addition to the innovative technology and the renowned durability, the new gamepad works in virtually all the hottest games, while providing comfort over longer periods of gameplay.

Extended Gameplay
Extreme comfort via dedicated ergonomic design enables gamers to play for hours on end with minimal fatigue.

Award-winning SideWinder Game Controller Software
SideWinder Game Device Software includes 30 top game profiles and allows gamers to map keystrokes, keystrings and chords to individual gamepad buttons, swap game axes, and adjust sensitivity to amplify movements.

USB Compatibility
Using the Universal Serial Bus takes advantage of the latest operating system functionality for easy installation and set up.

Zulu is a new 3D character game controller that melds the functions of both a gamepad and the keyboard/mouse. With Zulu's incredible perspective control functionality, gamers will experience easier, more successful game play in first person and action/adventure games.

The following are just a few of the many features you'll find in this exciting upcoming title.

Perspective Control
Zulu's innovative moveable Perspective Control greatly improves aiming and movement essential in first person and action/adventure games. This Control incorporates the functionality of the mouse traditionally used in first person and action/adventure games, making it easier and more enjoyable for many gamers.

Multiple Customizable Buttons
Six action buttons, two triggers, and one shift button allow gamers to customize up to sixteen programmable buttons that deliver the greatest level of control and customization. These buttons incorporate the keyboard element of control traditionally used in first person and action/adventure games.

Easier Gameplay
SideWinder Zulu enables the average gamer to more easily perform complex moves against computer opponents. Many gamers who feel bound by the clumsy keyboard/mouse input device will find new freedom and intuition with Zulu. From Quake to Tomb Raider III, gamers will find total immersion one step closer.

Extended Gameplay
Extreme comfort via dedicated ergonomic design enables gamers to play for hours on end with minimal fatigue.

Award-winning SideWinder Game Controller Software
SideWinder Game Device Software includes 30 top game profiles and allows gamers to map keystrokes, keystrings and chords to individual gamepad buttons, swap game axes, and adjust sensitivity to amplify movements.

Advanced Design and Durability
Zulu's stunning durability and design is ready for abuse and admiration while allowing comfortable gameplay for hours on end.

USB Compatibility
Using the Universal Serial Bus takes advantage of the latest operating system functionality for easy installation and set up.

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