We've seen some great hacks with the Wii controllers since the console first arrived, and things could get even easier if Todbot has his way. He's launched the WiiChuck, a tiny plug-in board that slots into the plug of the Wii Nunchuck, and allows you to access all of the controller's connections - its 2-axis joystick, two buttons and 3-axis ±2g accelerometer - without needing to cut any of the cables.
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Logitech G27 Racing Wheel: judder-free force-feedback
Logitech have outed their latest Racing Wheel, the G27, and it looks to be the ideal way to make your desk feel like a car. Intended for PS2, PS3 and PC gamers, the G27 set consists of the steering wheel - with force-feedback, real leather and stainless steel, paddle shifters and programmable LEDs - plus a three pedal set and a separate shifter with eight buttons and a D-pad.
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PSP gets DualShock 2 controller mod [Video]
One of the regular complaints about the Sony PSP is its lack of dual analog sticks. Rather than berate Sony about it, however, one enterprising gamer over at AcidMods hacked together a workaround, connecting a DualShock 2 controller to his PSP.
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BGRMODS creates IntesaFIRE Chip for Easy Xbox 360 Controller Modding
Can't quite figure out why you're friend shoots faster than you every time you're playing Call of Duty or Halo? Well maybe it's time you went to the next level, and added a quick modification to your favorite wireless Xbox 360 controller.
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Nintendo inflatable horse-riding controller is patent genius
If there's one thing Nintendo - no, scratch that, the world - needs more of, it's gimmicky Wii controllers. Thankfully the trusty patent system has given us a heads-up of what might be the next obscure gaming gadget to monopolize the holiday season, in the shape of an inflatable horse-riding controller.
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Tony Hawk’s RIDE Sliding Into US Stores November 17th
Reports are coming in that the anticipated next installment of the Tony Hawk skateboarding series has been set for November 17 here in the States, which we're hoping means all three console-based variations will be hitting shelves on that day.
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Tony Hawk: RIDE plus limited edition controller priced for UK
Upcoming skateboard game Tony Hawk: RIDE has been priced for the UK, with retailer Game listing the title - complete with a limited edition board controller - at £99.99 ($168). The custom board is designed by Tony Hawk himself, hence the great big hawk on it, and is exclusive to Game.
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Street Fighter hand-made arcade sticks appear on Etsy
How much would you pay for a hand-made Xbox 360 wireless arcade joystick, with heavy-duty metal casings, rechargeable batteries and millimeter-for-millimeter Street Fighter II arcade cabinet control layout accuracy? If your response is "well, Chris, I'd pay $190" then keep on reading; the rest of you, move on.
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Zeemote JS1 Bluetooth gaming controller for BlackBerry announced
Zeemote have launched a version of their Bluetooth mobile gaming controller for BlackBerry smartphones. The Zeemote JS1 is compatible with all BlackBerry handsets that have a trackball, and connects wirelessly to offer over fifty hours of battery-powered gameplay.
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Band Hero DS “Drum Grip” for Nintendo DS revealed
Activision have been showing off their latest peripheral, and this time they've set their sights on your pocket. Set to be included with every purchase of Band Hero DS, the upcoming musical game for Nintendo's clamshell console, the Band Hero DS Drum Grip is a rubberized silicon sleeve that fits over the DS Lite.
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Sony PlayStation Eye to get facial recognition
Sony have revealed plans to add facial recognition capabilities to their PlayStation Eye webcam, potentially stealing part of Microsoft's Project Natal thunder. According to Kish Hirani, Sony Europe's head of developer services, the functionality will soon be added to the existing hardware, with developer libraries available for games studios so that they don't need to exert effort specifically coding for the new system.
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Logitech Wireless Drum Controller for PS3
Logitech have announced their latest gaming peripheral, the Wireless Drum Controller for Guitar Hero on the PS3. Consisting of three drum-heads with recessed rims, dual cymbal pads and a kick pedal, the system is licensed by Activision and connects to the PS3 via a 2.4GHz wireless USB receiver.
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