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manager at distributor Entatech, notes that the recent resurgence in sci-fi sim games had also catalysed consumer interest in flight stick controllers. “There’s been a surge in popularity for these following the betas of Elite Dangerous and Star Citizen,” he says. Gillogaley adds that
controllers designed for fighting games have continued to offer a solid retail opportunity. This has partially been driven by
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the presence of fighting games in eSports competitions, with events such as the Evo Championship Series attracting thousands of attendees and online viewers, many of whom will search for the controllers used by popular competitors. “Fight sticks have always had a big following and these products will continue to sell well alongside great beat ‘em up titles,” he says. While the young age of the PS4 and Xbox One has led to a relative dearth of controller accessories to
date, Gillogaley said he expects consumer demand for console peripherals to swell as the busy winter games schedule heats up. With racing titles such as Forza Horzion 2, The Crew, Project CARS and DriveClub due, it’s an ideal time for steering wheels. “The latest Xbox One racing
wheel is also proving vastly popular since its release, which is expected to continue as we approach the Christmas season,” Gillogaley says.
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THRUSTMASTER T80 DRIVECLUB EDITION
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POWERA MARIO KART 8 RACING WHEEL
Mario Kart fans can use this offi cial attachment for a more authentic racing experience.
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SAITEK PRO FLIGHT SIMULATOR COCKPIT
Serious enthusiasts can use this ultra-realistic control system for a complete experience.
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