Product: Microsoft SideWinder Force Feedback Pro Joystick
Company: Microsoft
Website: http://www.microsoft.com/hardware
Estimated Street Price: $129.00
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Review By: Matthew Sabean

Game Trials

Included with the Joystick is a full version of MechWarrior3 so I decided to give this game a try. The setup of the controls and assignment of the button were all stored in the SideWinders Profile Activator so I was off to start my mission.

After getting used to the controls and keypad settings I decided to take the Warrior training course.  I might stand a chance in this since you do not get fired upon.  <{:*)  After a bit of training I was off to battle.

The effects of this device were out of this world.  From the slight force you get from just walking the terrain to the intense force I seemed to experience quite frequently when getting totally annihilated.  The joysticks pinpoint accuracy including turning, targeting, stop and starting make this a superior joystick.

 My trial ended in total defeat and I ranked dishonorable.  My 12 year old son found much enjoyment once again in showing me just how this game is played.