7 PRNewswireFirstCall Mad CatzR Interactive Inc

Nevertheless, the process will require a potentially lengthyoverhaul of the company's books to provide more insight into itsoperations, a Germany-based analyst said (Editing by Greg Mahlich) Stocks Mergers & Acquisitions. Mad Catz(R) Announces Licensed Street Fighter(TM) IV FightSticks, FightPadsand Collectible AccessoriesSAN DIEGO, Jan. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ Mad Catz(R) Interactive, Inc.(Amex: MCZ; TSX), a leading third-party interactive entertainment accessoryprovider, today announced a full range of licensed Street Fighter(TM) IVaccessories which are expected to ship alongside the release of thefranchise's first dedicated next generation release in February 2009.(Logo: http://)Produced in close collaboration with Capcom(R), the Mad Catz Street Fighter(R)IV range of accessories has been created to support the game's unique buttonmapping and enhance game play for casual and dedicated fans alike.Products expected to ship in the range are as follows:Official Street Fighter IV Arcade FightStick - Xbox 360(R) andPLAYSTATION(R)3Designed to offer authentic arcade style play, the Street Fighter IV ArcadeFightStick offers gamers precision control and quality engineering completewith stunning official artwork.Dual-speed Turbo functionality for eachbutton complete with LED Indicators allows gamers to execute moves withlightning speed while the eight-button Street Fighter IV arcade configurationmeans that those familiar with the arcade will feel instantly at home. Anintegrated D-Pad switch allows gamers to alternate between D-Pad and AnalogSticks for maximum control flexibility, while the ergonomic slanted top panelensures maximum comfort during sustained play.Start and Select/Back Buttonshave been moved to the rear of the FightStick thus minimizing the risk ofaccidental interruption during play and specially created 'Character Cards'ship with the Arcade FightStick which insert into the top panel and display aselection of special moves.Official Street Fighter IV FightPad - Xbox 360 and PLAYSTATION 3Ideal for gamers favoring a traditional console controller without wishing tocompromise on features, the Street Fighter IV FightPad features an enlargedcircular eight-way floating D-Pad and arcade style six-button configuration.

An integrated D-Pad switch allows gamers to alternate between D-Pad and AnalogSticks and combined with official artwork featuring an assortment of famousStreet Fighter(R) characters, the Street Fighter IV FightPad is destined to bethe controller of choice for discerning fans and those seeking a competitiveadvantage.Official Street Fighter IV Arcade FightStick: Tournament Edition -Xbox360 and PLAYSTATION 3Designed for the serious Street Fighter enthusiast, nothing brings the arcadeexperience closer to home than the Street Fighter IV Arcade FightStick:Tournament Edition. "Capcom has a long history of supporting its fan base withquality content and Mad Catz Street Fighter IV peripheral controllers willastound the Street Fighter community."The Mad Catz range of licensed Street Fighter IV accessories is expected to beavailable across North America and key European territories from February2009.For further information please contact:MediaAlex Verrey: Global PR & Communications Manager - t 44 (0) 1908336 538e. Michael Greco: Vice President of Marketing - t 1-619-321-3564e. InvestorsJoseph Jaffoni, David Jacoby - Jaffoni & Collins Incorporated -t 212/835-8500e. About Mad Catz Interactive, Inc.Mad Catz is a global leader in providing innovative peripherals for theinteractive entertainment industry.Mad Catz designs and markets accessoriesfor videogame systems and publishes videogame software, including theindustry-leading GameShark videogame enhancements, under its Mad Catz,GameShark and Joytech brands.Mad Catz also designs and markets mice,keyboards, headsets, PC gaming controllers and other PC peripherals throughits Saitek brand, and designs, manufactures and markets proprietary portableearphones under its AirDrives brand.Mad Catz distributes its productsthrough most of the leading retailers offering interactive entertainmentproducts and has offices across Canada, Europe and Asia.For additionalinformation please go to , as well as ,, and Harbor for Forward Looking Statements: This press release containsforward-looking statements about the Company's business prospects that involvesubstantial risks and uncertainties. The Company assumes no obligation toupdate the forward-looking statements contained in this press release as aresult of new information or future events or developments.

Among the factorsthat could cause actual results to differ materially are the following: theability to maintain or renew the Company's licenses; competitive developmentsaffecting the Company's current products; first party price reductions; theability to successfully market both new and existing products domestically andinternationally; difficulties or delays in manufacturing; or a downturn in themarket or industry. A further list and description of these risks,uncertainties and other matters can be found in the Company's reports filedwith the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Canadian SecuritiesAdministrators.SOURCEMad Catz Interactive, Inc.Media, Alex Verrey, Global PR & Communications Manager, 44 (0) 1908 336 538,, or Michael Greco, Vice President of Marketing,1-619-321-3564, , both of Mad Catz Interactive, Inc.; orInvestors, Joseph Jaffoni or David Jacoby, both of Jaffoni & CollinsIncorporated, 1-212-835-8500, , for Mad Catz Interactive, Inc.. Oh bowl season The pageantry The bickering fan bases One more opportunity to potentially see Tim Tebow cry. What more could you ask forBut with 34 games on this years docket, is there really a reason to watch every one As a matter of fact there is.After painstaking research, I have come up with a one to two paragraph synopsis on what to watch for in every bowl game this season, and have gone ahead ranked the games in order from least watchable, to most exciting. Basically, Im just trying to make viewing as easy as possible, for you, my loyal readers.Along with my marginally exceptional analysis, Ive also provided Aarons Quick Pick, a quick thought on what the final score of each game will be. However, because of injury, suspension, arrest, deportation, coaching change, and the threat of Tiger Woods wife attacking some of these players, a lot can change between now and kickoff, so I do reserve the right to adjust my picks at any time. And I promise you, I most certainly will.Alright, enough chit-chat Without further adieu, here is the bowl preview.