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force feedback gaming vest lets you feel real impact

TN Games 3rd Space Vest

By now, we’re all pretty used to game controllers that can provide rumble feedback, but how’d you like to actually feel the impact of every gunshot and punch when playing your favorite video game?

A device originally created for remote medical investigation is now being transformed into a gaming vest that can provide its wearer…

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October 20th, 2007 comments (5) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: just plain fun video games

xbox 360 racing wheel: new model coming?

Xbox Wireless Racing Wheel WRW01

I was digging through the FCC archives this weekend and came across something interesting. It looks like the Xbox 360 Wireless Racing Wheel is getting some sort of an update.

A recent filing by Microsoft reveals a new model number “WRW02″ for the racing controller (the original version was model number “WRW01.”) The latest controller…

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July 29th, 2007 comments (4) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: video games

novint falcon: the real force feedback controller

Novint Falcon Foce Feedback Controller

Sure, there have been many so-called “force feedback” controllers for computers and video games, but this is the first time I’ve seen one that really means it.

Unlike most force devices which simply vibrate or drag, the Novint Falcon lets you control in 3-dimensions and actually can push against your grip with as much as…

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May 10th, 2007 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: computing gadgets video games

gyroscopic tilt sensing controller for ps2 and pc

eDimensional G-Pad Gyroscopic Joystick

In case you’re too impatient to wait for the Nintendo Wii-mote or the Sony PS3 motion sensing controller, peripheral maker eDimensional has announced the upcoming release of its gyroscopic motion sensing controller for the PS2 and PC. The controller will allow for motion control of many existing games.

The G-Pad Pro features both a motion sensing…

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August 9th, 2006 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: video games