Thrustmaster's new PS2, PC controllers

Thrustmaster today announced a line of new control pads for the PlayStation 2 and PC with some decidedly interesting twists. In addition to all the buttons you'd expect on a PS2 controller, Thrustmaster has added something previously seen only on Xbox and GameCube pads--dual analog triggers on the back. Any of the PS2's buttons can be mapped to the triggers for precise, comfortable analog control. The Dual Trigger 2-in-1 ($19.99), compatible with both the PC and PS2, will ship this month. In 2005, Thrustmaster will ship three different wireless versions of the controllers: the Wireless Dual Trigger Gamepad for the PC and PS2 ($29.99 each), and an Advance version of the PS2 pad, featuring rechargeable batteries ($39.99).