Features:
- Precision 8-way D-pad for fast digital movement; acts like a hat switch
- Ultra-accurate G-Force Tilt motion sensing for proportional control
- Connects to 15-pin game port or USB port
- 10 conveniently placed action buttons
- Includes Wingman Profiler software
Description:
Grab onto this sci-fi boomerang-shaped controller and it may throw you at first. The Logitech Wingman Gamepad Extreme looks like a cross between your garden-variety gamepad and something you're likely to use with your PlayStation, but it works well on your PC. The digital movement pad is a little persnickety at times as it's locked into eight-way movement. At first it'll madden and infuriate you, because you might move your controller in that dead position where nothing happens. That's when you may want to test out its aerodynamic shape as you fling it towards the garbage heap. But be patient... with practice you'll be able to work your way around turns with agility and precision. One intriguing option is the G-Force Tilt motion sensor. With the press of a button, the eight-way pad turns into a hat switch, and the actual tilting of the controller determines the onscreen movement. Want to move backwards? Tilt the controller back. Tilt left, and you're turning left. You get the idea. The only foreseeable problem is if you slouch or sit with a 45-degree list to port. The 10 buttons are sensibly placed and easy to latch on to with little effort, while the WingMan Profiler software enables you to simply program your buttons to perform other in-game tasks. Try putting it to the test with the bundled version of Star Wars: Rogue Squadron 3D and you'll be flying high in no time. The only thing nicer than the fact that the Wingman Gamepad Extreme can work through your USB or game port is that Logitech backs it up with a one-year warranty. Pros:
- 8-way D-pad can also act as an 8-way hat switch
- G-Force Tilt motion sensor makes games more interactive
- Easy-to-use WingMan Profiler software
- Bundled with a copy of Star Wars Rogue Squadron 3D
Cons:
- Tough to navigate at first
- D-pad gets a little stiff because of awkward angle placement
- Motion-sensor button is a little too close to the other buttons
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